Winter Recital 2026

Mariachi and Folklorico Academy of San Jose is pleased to announce our 2026 Winter Recital featuring students from our academy programs. Please join us for a day of music and dancing showcasing the future of folklorico and mariachi in San Jose.

Where: Overfelt High School Multipurpose Room

Date: Sunday, December 13, 2025

Show Time: 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

MFA WINTER RECITAL 2026

Mariachi & Folklórico Academy

Sunday, December 13, 2026 at 12:00 PM

Overfelt High School Gym

1835 Cunningham Ave, San José, CA 95122

Featuring our Folklórico and Mariachi Academy students, and the premiere of Mariachi Los Potrillos, the Mariachi Academy's own professional performing youth ensemble!

QUICK INFO

Date: Sunday, December 13, 2026

Show Starts: 1:00 PM (doors open at 12:30 PM)

Location: Overfelt High School Gym, 1835 Cunningham Ave, San José, CA 95122

Admission: No tickets needed. $15 recital fee per family, unlimited guests.

Seating: Open bleachers, first come first served

Parking: All school parking lots

RECITAL FEE

$15 per family. Bring as many guests as you like!

There are no tickets. One $15 fee covers your whole family and all of your guests.

How to Pay: Payment will be taken November 20th

Payment type: Automatic via jackrabbit system

HOW THE SHOW WORKS

Our recital is a running show, not a formal theater performance. Classes perform one after another throughout the day, and you are welcome to come and go.

Each class performs for about 8 minutes. Times are approximate and the show may run a little ahead or behind, so please arrive at your child's call time.

Filming Your Dancer: The first 3 rows in the middle section are reserved for families of the class on stage. When your child's class is up, come down to film, then return to the bleachers so the next class's families can come down. Please no flash photography during dances.

CALL TIMES AND ORDER OF PERFORMANCE

Call time is 1 hour before your child's class performs. At call time, your dancer should arrive fully dressed in outfit, with hair and makeup done. We will announce your class and ask you to meet together at selected corner number at gym.

FOLKLÓRICO

Pre-K Monday 6pm: Performs about 1:00 PM, Call Time 12:30 PM
Level 1 Monday: Performs about 1:10 PM, Call Time 12:30 PM
Pre-K Saturday 11am: Performs about 1:20 PM, Call Time 12:30 PM
Level 1 Tuesday: Performs about 1:30 PM, Call Time 12:30 PM
Pre-K Sunday 10:30am: Performs about 1:40 PM, Call Time 12:40 PM
Level 1 Thursday: Performs about 1:50 PM, Call Time 12:50 PM
Level 1 Friday: Performs about 2:00 PM, Call Time 1:00 PM
Level 2 Thursday: Performs about 2:10 PM, Call Time 1:10 PM
Level 1 Saturday: Performs about 2:20 PM, Call Time 1:20 PM
Level 1 Sunday: Performs about 2:30 PM, Call Time 1:30 PM
Level 2 Saturday: Performs about 2:40 PM, Call Time 1:40 PM
Level 3 Tuesday: Performs about 2:50 PM, Call Time 1:50 PM
Adult Beginner Tuesday: Performs about 3:00 PM, Call Time 2:00 PM
Level 3 Wednesday: Performs about 3:10 PM, Call Time 2:10 PM
Adult Beginner Friday: Performs about 3:20 PM, Call Time 2:20 PM
Level 3 Saturday: Performs about 3:30 PM, Call Time 2:30 PM
Level 4 Thursday: Performs about 3:40 PM, Call Time 2:40 PM
Adult Intermediate Wednesday: Performs about 3:50 PM, Call Time 2:50 PM
Middle/High School Thursday: Performs about 4:00 PM, Call Time 3:00 PM
Adult Intermediate Friday: Performs about 4:10 PM, Call Time 3:10 PM
Level 5: Performs about 4:20 PM, Call Time 3:20 PM
Middle/High School Advanced Wednesday: Performs about 4:30 PM, Call Time 3:30 PM

MARIACHI

Voice: Performs about 4:40 PM, Call Time 3:30 PM
Mariachi Classes: Performs about 4:50 PM, Call Time 3:30 PM
Finale, Premiere of Mariachi Los Potrillos: Performs about 5:00 PM, Call Time 3:30 PM

Not sure which class your child is in? Check your MFA account or message us on WhatsApp.

WHAT TO KNOW

Arrive in full Traje with hair and makeup done. Your maestro will send Traje, hair, and makeup details for your class.

Label all costume pieces, shoes, and accessories with your child's name.

Bring a water bottle with your child's name on it.

Students may only be picked up by their parent or guardian. Please check out with your child's maestro before leaving.

Bleachers can be hard, so feel free to bring a seat cushion.

Food and drinks are allowed in the gym. Please help us keep it clean!

Flowers and snacks will be sold at the event. Cash, Venmo, and Zelle accepted.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Do I need a ticket?

No. Just pay the $15 family recital fee, and your whole family and all of your guests can come in.

Can grandparents, aunts, uncles, and friends come?

Yes! Unlimited guests are included with your family fee.

What time should we get there?

Your dancer should arrive at their call time, which is 1 hour before their class performs. Guests can arrive any time after doors open at 12:30 PM.

How long is the show?

It is a running show starting at 1:00 PM, with the Los Potrillos premiere as the finale at around 5:00 PM. You do not have to stay the whole time, but we would love it if you did!

Can we leave after my child performs?

Yes. Please check out with your child's maestro first so we know your child left with you.

Can I record?

Yes! Come down to the reserved first 3 rows in the middle section during your child's class, then return to the bleachers so the next family can film. No flash photography during dances.

My child is in more than one class. What do we do?

Arrive 1 hour before your child's first class performs. Your maestro will help with costume changes.

What if my child is sick or cannot make it?

Please let us know as soon as possible by WhatsApp or email.

Where do we park?

All Overfelt High School parking lots will be open

Questions? We are happy to help!

WhatsApp Message(quick questions): (408) 204 9676

Email (fees and billing): mariachifolklorico@gmail.com

We respond by WhatsApp and email only. We are not able to take phone calls.

Additional

What should my student wear?

Girls: Practice falda, Mexican blouse, zapatillas, beads, any style Mexican hair with flowers or ribbons, and makeup is optional

Boys: Black pants, white button up shirt, neck bow or bandana

Take a look at this document for more details about the performance dress code

Not Performing?

IMPORTANT: IS YOUR CHILD NOT PARTICIPATING IN THE RECITAL? Every family will be charged the $15 recital fee. If your child is not participating, you must fill out this form by 11/20/26, so you are not charged:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1zXLZpZs7iJhTprDy1qcdYwlnG1-tgHOcwFeO7E0S-VM/viewform

If we do not receive the form by 11/20, the fee will be charged to your account.

WE NEED PARENT VOLUNTEERS

We are asking for 1 parent volunteer for each class. As the class volunteer, you will:

Stay with your child’s class in their holding area
Help get the class on stage when it is their turn
Walk the class to the photo area after they perform
Bring the class back to their holding area to be picked up

This is a great way to be right there with your dancer for their big day! Spots are first come first served. Find your child’s class and add your name, phone, email, and your child’s name:

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1qU7VyekMqeSnlQuaMm9pgV2yDrRg38F1eQ-TN4DMNZE/edit?usp=sharing

CALLING ALL VENDORS!

Mariachi & Folklórico Academy is looking for vendors for our MFA Winter Recital on Sunday, December 13, 2026 at Overfelt High School Gym in San José!

Join us for an afternoon of folklórico and mariachi performances, including the premiere of Mariachi Los Potrillos. We are looking for food, drinks, desserts, flowers, gifts, crafts, and more.

Vendor fee: $50

Apply here: https://forms.gle/VFGdh4ZSYFEqUS3EA

Questions? WhatsApp (408) 204 9676 or email mariachifolklorico@gmail.com

Why Live Performances Are Important
Live performances are an incredible opportunity for students to build confidence, showcase their hard work, and share their joy for dance with an audience. The energy and excitement of performing in front of a crowd are experiences that will inspire and motivate them for years to come.

Gallery

Get inspired! Take a look at past academy students and recitals.