Celebrate 200 years of Mexican Independence in Midtown Sacramento Saturday, September 18, 2010 — A fun event celebrating culture and heritage all for a great cause.

The event will begin at 2:00pm and will end at 10:00pm. It will feature comedians, a fashion show and lauch the Mexican Consulate’s “Taste of Mexico” campaign offering an array of colorful dishes for all to try.

Proceeds from the event will benefit the nonprofit Raices de mi Tierra which preserves and celebrates traditional and contemporary Mexican dance.

General admission is $20. Tickets including admission and the “wine walk” are $30. VIP tickets, which include a special seating area and food and drinks are $50. Purchase tickets at inticketing.com, and if you'd like 30 percent-off VIP tickets, text MEX200 to 90210.