Texas Exes Hispanic Alumni Network Fiesta 2026

Fiesta is the Texas Exes Hispanic Alumni Network's annual signature fundraiser. Proceeds benefit endowed scholarships and HAN activities. We invite you to join us for a special evening dedicated to empowering the next generation of Hispanic University of Texas students. This year, Fiesta is being held at the Etter-Harbin Alumni Center on October 16, 2026, the evening before UT's home football game against the Florida Gators. Your attendance and generous support will help fund scholarships for deserving students. The evening will feature an inspiring program with special keynote and student speakers, alongside a silent auction, raffle, dinner, loteria, and live pre-dinner performances from the Longhorn Band and others. Bring your friends, family, and all supporters of UT! You do not need to be a UT alum to attend. How to Attend & Donate: • Early Bird Adult General Admission tickets are $150 per person and will be available until August 21, 2026. • Regular Adult General Admission tickets are $175 per person and will be available starting August 22, 2026. • Each Adult General Admission ticket will include 2 beverage tickets (which can be used for alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages from the bar), appetizers at our opening reception, and dinner during our program. • Youth General Admission tickets are $50 for each child under 12 years old. Each Youth General Admission ticket will include appetizers at our opening reception and dinner during our program. Table and À la carte Sponsorship Opportunities: Table and à la carte sponsorships provide businesses and individuals an opportunity to increase their visibility while investing in the future of Hispanic students. Your support funds scholarships, removes barriers to higher education, and helps transform lives for generations to come. If you'd like to sponsor our event, please contact Linda Battles at [email protected]. Hook 'Em Horns Presenting Sponsor ($15,000) - 10 guests • $10,000 designated to fund student scholarship • Exclusive 2-minute speaking opportunity during program • Premier VIP table for 10 guests (+2 beverage tickets per guest) • Top-tier branding: Largest logo on all event materials (print + digital), Logo placement on event signage and stage screens, Featured as “Presenting Sponsor” in all mentions • Dedicated social media spotlight (pre- and post-event) • Full-page recognition in event program • Verbal recognition by event host • VIP parking for four guests Texas Longhorn Platinum Sponsor ($7,500) - 10 guests • $5,000 designated to fund student scholarships • Priority VIP table for 10 guests (+2 beverage tickets per guest) • High-visibility branding: Prominent logo placement (second tier) across materials, Rotating feature on event slideshow • Half-page recognition in event program • Dedicated social media post (individual recognition) • Verbal recognition during program • Priority table placement near stage • VIP parking for two guests Tower Gold Sponsorship ($5,000) - 8 guests • $3,000 designated to fund student scholarships • Reserved table for 8 guests (+2 beverage tickets per guest) • Standard logo placement on event materials and slideshow • Quarter-page recognition in event program • Grouped social media recognition • Preferred table location Bevo Silver Sponsorship ($3,000) - 6 guests • $1,500 designated to fund student scholarships • Reserved seating for 6 guests (+2 beverage tickets per guest) • Logo placement on event slideshow and website • Recognition listing in event program • Name inclusion in social media sponsor acknowledgement Burnt Orange Sponsorship ($2,000) - 4 guests • Reserved seating for 4 guests (+2 beverage tickets per guest) • Name recognition (no logo) in event program • Name listing on event slideshow • Name recognition on website Adult Beverage Sponsorship ($2,500) - 2 guests Includes two tickets to the event (+2 beverage tickets per guest), branded signage at sponsored activation, verbal acknowledgement tied to activation at event, logo placement specific to activation area, and social media mention. Mariachi Entertainment Sponsorship ($1,500) - 2 guests Includes two tickets to the event (+2 beverage tickets per guest), branded signage at sponsored activation, verbal acknowledgement tied to activation at event, logo placement specific to activation area, and social media mention. Photo Booth Sponsorship ($1,500) - 2 guests Includes two tickets to the event (+2 beverage tickets per guest), branded signage at sponsored activation, verbal acknowledgement tied to activation at event, logo placement specific to activation area, and social media mention. Event Decor Sponsorship ($1,500) - 2 guests Includes two tickets to the event (+2 beverage tickets per guest), branded signage at sponsored activation, verbal acknowledgement tied to activation at event, logo placement specific to activation area, and social media mention. Silent Auction Sponsorship($1,500) - 2 guests Includes two tickets to the event (+2 beverage tickets per guest), branded signage at sponsored activation, verbal acknowledgement tied to activation at event, logo placement specific to activation area, and social media mention. Loteria Sponsorship ($1,500) - 2 guests Includes two tickets to the event (+2 beverage tickets per guest), branded signage at sponsored activation, verbal acknowledgement tied to activation at event, logo placement specific to activation area, and social media mention. If you'd like to sponsor our event, please contact Linda Battles at [email protected]. If you are unable to attend, you can still make a meaningful impact by donating directly through Eventbrite or by contacting us at [email protected]. Thank you for your continued commitment to UT and our students. We look forward to celebrating with you! Hook 'em!