The Dieciseis de Septiembre parade, as it is affectionately called for taking place on the 16th of September to commemorate Mexico’s Independence day, has been organized by the Avenida Guadalupe Association and has taken place in San Antonio’s west side community for 44 years. This year, Our Lady of the Lake University was among the more than 75 registered participants. From floats, charros on horses, marching bands, motorcycle organizations, and antique cars this year’s celebration did not disappoint. Local residents sat on their folding chairs outside of their homes and cheered the participants on. Alum along the route yelled out, “that’s my school!”
