Popularly known as “El Grito,” the ceremony involves a reenactment of the call for independence from Spain, which took place in 1810. It’s a key part of Mexican Independence Day celebrations, occurring on the night of September 15th. The ceremony includes the ringing of a bell and the shouting of “¡Viva México!”, followed by cheers from the crowd.
In Mexico City, the president leads the ceremony from the balcony of the National Palace with a call to arms (the “grito”), which is a shout of patriotism and a call to action. From abroad, Mexicans around the globe gather to recreate this moment, led by Consulates and Embassies of Mexico on five continents, allowing Mexican communities to celebrate their shared history and heritage.
On September 18th, 2025, Consul of Mexico in Leamington, Rodrigo Baez, will lead this civic ceremony in Windsor, at Art Windsor-Essex (AWE), followed by the intonation of Mexico’s National Anthem and a cultural show.