Mefi Luben, 17, rides the “Toro Show” at the BG Fiestval during the mechanical bull competition on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. Luben won the competition with a time of 29 seconds. (David Quintanilla)The BG Fiestaval is a three-day biannual event that celebrates and showcases hispanic culture and businesses in Bowling Green. (Jacob Sebastian)Dennis Frausto sells flavored shaved ice to fund community events run by the La Luz del Mundo church at the BG Fiestaval in Bowling Green on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. (Jacob Sebastian)A female dancer retrieves Benjamin Rodriguez’s hat after his dance is finished at the BG Fiestaval in Bowling Green on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. (Jacob Sebastian)Betania Gómez and Melanie Beltran dance an authentic Mexican dance to honor the country. (David Quintanilla)Benjamin Rodriguez stands on stage holding the flag of Mexico before Patti Minter arrives on stage on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. Mexico is one of six countries that celebrates their independence on September 15th or 16th. (David Quintanilla)Ruth Valle stands in line at BG Fiestaval to exchange cash for tickets on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. At BG Festival all food and goods must be purchased using these tickets. (David Quintanilla)
