If you’re looking for free cultural activities in September, this festival offers the chance to see 8 plays for free in Guadalajara.
Mark your calendar for Guadalajara LATE with the Performing Arts 2026, which will feature free theater, dance, and live music performances at various venues throughout Guadalajara.
You don’t need a ticket in advance, but admission is on a first-come, first-served basis and subject to each venue’s capacity. If you want to secure your spot, it’s best to arrive early.
The lineup includes everything from theater for babies and children to productions for teens and adults, as well as dance, flamenco theater, and a concert.
The shows you can see for free in Guadalajara this September
🎭 Happy birthday, sis!
September 18, 8:00 p.m.
Jaime Torres Bodet Theater
Audience: teens and adults.
🪄 Strange Things
September 19, 6:00 p.m.
Jaime Torres Bodet Theater
Audience: Ages 8 and up.
👶 Nantli
September 20, 1:00 p.m.
Jaime Torres Bodet Theater
Audience: ages 1–5.
🐺 Pedro, the Red One
September 20, 6:00 p.m., and September 21, 8:00 p.m.
El Venero
Audience: teens and adults.
✨ All Things Shiny
September 22, 5:00 p.m.
María Teresa Theater
Audience: teens and adults.
🎶 Event Details
September 25, 8:00 p.m.
LARVA
Audience: teens and adults.
💃 Lorca Through Time
September 26, 8:00 p.m.
LARVA
Audience: teens and adults.
🦋 Leonora: Bestiario del Umbral
September 27, 1:00 p.m.
LARVA
Audience: Ages 10 and up.
Where will it take place?
The performances will take place at four venues in Guadalajara:
📍 María Teresa Theater: 121 Cruz Verde, Downtown.
📍 Jaime Torres Bodet Theater: Av. España 2020, Col. Moderna.
📍 LARVA: 120 Ocampo, corner of Av. Juárez.
📍 El Venero: 508 A Reforma, Downtown.
All performances are free and do not require advance tickets. Admission will be granted as attendees arrive, until capacity is reached.
