Feasting on Cultural Delights at El Mercado de la Guerra 

From enjoying live entertainment to feasting on Spanish and Mexican American foods, and shopping for crafts and souvenirs — including the ever-present cascarones — the Downtown El Mercado de la Guerra was once again a fun-filled gathering spot for locals visitors to enjoy Fiesta. 

In honor of the centennial celebration, the famous mercado extended its boundaries out from De la Guerra Plaza, in front of City Hall, and onto State Street, with vendors, dancing, and music with a stage at the corner of De la Guerra and State bringing the mercado some extra vitality. Here’s a look at the festivities, captured through the lens of Ingrid Bostrom.