The iconic Queen of Tejano music, Selena Quintanilla, would be 52 years old today. The late songstress’ soaring career was cut short when she was killed at only 23 years old, but her music and its immense impact continue to live on.
Shortly after her death, then-Gov. George W. Bush declared April 16 Selena Day in the Lone Star State to honor her on her birthday every year. Today, there are celebrations for Selena all over the country. Here’s where you can celebrate Selena Day across Texas.
Austin
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Vamonos is hosting a Selena Day happy hour from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. while they’re jamming out to Selena’s music all day long. They’re offering three Selena-inspired cocktails called “Como La Flor,” “La Reina” and “Henny Thing for Selenas.” They’re also serving up their classic Tex-Mex dishes, a perfect pairing with a day devoted to the Tex-Mex superstar.
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Las Ofrendas and Brewtorium are hosting an “Anything for Selenas” market in collaboration with Friday Friday ATX with DJs, drag performances and even a Selena dress up contest. Local vendors will also be selling at this 6th annual “Bidi Bidi B-Day.”
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Lulu’s in South Austin is hosting a party with purple margaritas, Selena-themed loteria, DJs and a Selena costume contest.
San Antonio
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Slab Cinema is hosting a free screening of the classic 1997 film “Selena” in the Pearl district tonight. No tickets required, and public seating is available, but you may want to bring a blanket or chairs just in case. The movie starts at 8 p.m.
- Beer N All is a drive-thru margarita spot that’s serving up their exclusive one-day-only “Anything for Selena” amor drink with fresh strawberry juice, tequila and a champagne topper, adorned with a Selena sticker. The drink also comes with a free jolly rancher shot.
- The Bang Bang Bar is a vintage dive bar holding a Selena happy hour from noon to 7 p.m. on Selena Day. In honor of the pizza-loving Texan, the nearby eatery The Dogfather has a pizza dog as their dog of the week. They will also have Selena karaoke at 9 p.m. and a mini market from 8 p.m. to midnight.
Dallas
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The AIDS Healthcare Foundation, Latino Outreach & Understanding Division (LOUD) Dallas, Texas Latino Pride, Round-Up Saloon and Greg Castillo are hosting their 4th annual Siempre Selena celebration for the queen’s birthday. Festivities include Selena drag shows, a market, Tejano musicians, drink specials, a Selena look-alike contest and free HIV testing and STI resource education by the AIDS Healthcare Foundation. The event is free, but donations are encouraged.
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Vidorra Cocina is a Mexican eatery celebrating Selena Day with a Tejano DJ, purple “Selenaritas” and a costume contest starting at 5:30 p.m.
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If you’re feeling like getting a last-minute Selena tattoo, Sinners Tattoo Studio has Selena flash sheets for the Tejana’s birthday, including designs inspired by some of her songs like “Dreaming of You” and “Amor Prohibido.” Tattoos start at $75 and walk-ins are welcome all day.
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