Mariachi Forever Stamps

Value: 68¢ First-Class Mail Rate (Forever)
First Day of Issue: July 15, 2022
First Day City: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Printed by: Banknote Corporation of America
Printing Method: Offset
Format: Panes of 20

Issued to celebrate mariachi music and its enduring cultural significance, this vibrant stamp set honors a musical tradition deeply rooted in Mexico and cherished across the United States.

The featured design shows a mariachi musician playing a guitarrón, framed by the warm tones of a Mexican village backdrop. Created by artist Rafael López, the artwork captures the energy, pride, and artistry of mariachi performance.

The First Day of Issue ceremony took place in Albuquerque, New Mexico, during the Mariachi Spectacular de Albuquerque Showcase Concert — a fitting tribute to this beloved art form.

The five-stamp set highlights mariachi musicians and their signature instruments, reflecting the cultural exchange between Mexico and the United States. The performers wear traditional charro suits — once the attire of Mexican horsemen — now iconic worldwide as a proud symbol of cultural heritage and festive celebration.