Celebrate Mexican Independence Day on Sept. 15-16 and Central American Independence Day on Sept. 22-23 in downtown Los Angeles. Enjoy a weekend of live entertainment and authentic foods from several Latin American countries. Take advantage of the $10 Weekend Pass and ride any Metrolink train to L.A Union Station.

Sept. 15-16, 2012 (11 a.m. to 6 p.m.)

Fiesta Patrias the largest Mexican Independence Day festival in the country’s largest hispanic market – Los Angeles. Enjoy musical performances, food, games, rides and family oriented exhibits. Admission is FREE!

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Sept. 22-23, 2012 (11 a.m. to 6 p.m.)

The Central American Confederation (COFECA) invites you to a festival and parade at MacArthur Park Sept. 22-23 in celebration of Central American Independence. The parade will be held Sept.23 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., starting at the corner of Pico Boulevard and Vermont Avenue and ending at MacArthur Park. 

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With Metrolink’s $10 Weekend Pass, getting to the festivals have never been easier! Relax with family or friends on the train and avoid traffic and parking hassles. Best of all, your pass is valid for a free transfer to most Metro bus or rail lines.

Take Metrolink to L.A. Union Station and walk to the front of the station. Olvera Street is directly across the street.

Arrive at L.A. Union Station and walk downstairs to the Metro Rail. Take any Metro Red or Purple Line train to the Westlake/McArthur Park Station. It is the fourth stop from L.A. Union Station.