The 8th Mexican September Cultural Festival will kick off in Hong Kong on Sept. 1, announced the festival organizer in Hong Kong Thursday.

The festival, organized by the Consulate General of Mexico in Hong Kong, aims to bring together and showcase some of the main aspects of Mexican culture and historical traditions through music, dance, photography, arts, films and cuisine.

It will showcase top-notch artists and performers in music, dance and visual arts, offering a thrilling journey through the world of Mexico. The artists and performers chosen for this year's festival are on the basis for the innovative yet characteristically representing the Mexican heritage profile of arts and performances.

The month-long event will bring programs such as abstract art and painting exhibitions, screening of award winning films, songs and dance performances, Mexican food festival and some other activities.

Besides, the Consulate General of Colombia in Hong Kong has been invited to participate in the event to promote Colombian arts to Hong Kong public.

(Xinhua News Agency August 18, 2006)