Twenty-seven years after her tragic death, Selena Quintanilla remains a household name. Quintanilla’s legacy has withstood the passing of time thanks to die-hard fans who continue to kneel for the queen of Tejano.
Every day should be Selena Day, but here are nine events to celebrate the Texan superstar.Twenty-seven years after her death, Selena Quintanilla remains a household name. Quintanilla’s legacy has withstood the passing of time thanks to die-hard fans who continue to kneel for the queen of Tejano. Each year, fans gather to commemorate Selena from the anniversary of her death on March 31 to the nationally recognized Selena Day on April 16.
Join K104 and CW33's J Kruz and event curator Kinda Strange at Four Corners Brewing Co. for day two of 214 Selena. Selena’s legacy will be celebrated in every way possible at the family-friendly event. Get your bustier and red lipstick ready for a Selena cosplay contest, Lotería, karaoke, cumbia dance classes and a painting class by Eva Azul. Cover band Mi Diva Loca, Faded Dee Jays, DJs Eternos, Alaska, Noe G, Teezy Does It and Selena’s nephew Principe Q will be providing the sounds.
Selena lovers can help christen the soft opening of tattoo artists Hector Carmolinga and Sunny Lovan’s Time Flies Tattoo. Oak Cliff’s newest tattoo shop will open its doors to the public with 12 Selena-themed tattoos including the “Selena Forever” album cover photo complete with the number 214 embedded in her hair. Tattoos will be cash-only and range from $60-$80.
Celebrating 25 years since its release, Alamo Drafthouse Lake Highlands will host a special interactive screening of. The movie party will honor Selena by celebrating her through her music and the film that made Jennifer Lopez’s career. Tickets include themed props, and themed drinks will be available for purchase at the screening. Alamo Drafthouse invites attendees to show their devotion to by dressing in their best Selena costumes.5 p.m. Friday, April 15, at Dallas Museum of Art, 338 W.