Celebrate Hispanic Heritage

Las Vegas honors the many contributions, diverse cultures, and extensive histories of the Hispanic American community all-year round. Mexican Independence Day, celebrated on Saturday, Sept. 16 and known as “El Grito,” is always a highlight of the year in the Sports and Entertainment Capital of the World. Top Latin entertainment acts from around the world pack the weekend with music and laughs.

Upcoming Community Events:

Decorate and Build your very own Mexican Boat or Trajinera: Tuesday Sept. 9, 4:30pm - 5:30pm @ East Las Vegas Library, 2851 East Bonanza Road.

Fiesta Folklorico: Friday Sept. 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm @ East Las Vegas Library, 2851 East Bonanza Road.

Mexican Independence Day at Fashion Show Las Vegas: Saturday Sept. 13, 12:00pm @ Fashion Show Mall, 3200 South Las Vegas Boulevard. 

Brincos Dieras: Saturday Sept. 13, 7:00pm @ Virgin Hotels, 4455 Paradise Road.

Bailongo A La Mexicana: Saturday Sept. 13, 8:00pm @ Boulder Station, 4111 Boulder Highway. 

Mexican Independence Day Events: Sept. 16, all day @ The Venetian Resort, 3355 South Las Vegas Boulevard.

Hand Sew your own Felt Sugar Skull: Tuesday Sept. 16, 11:30am - 1:30pm @ Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive.

Make and Decorate your own Mexican mirror: Tuesday Sept. 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm @ Sunrise Library, 5400 East Harris Avenue.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with The Groove Culture Band: Saturday Sept. 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm @ West Charleston Library, 6301 West Charleston Blvd. 

Adult Matinee, Selena: Saturday Sept. 20, 3:15pm - 5:15pm @ Blue Diamond Library, 16A Cottonwood Drive.

Happy hour at Loaded Empanadas: Thursday Oct. 2, 5:30pm - 7:00pm @ Loaded Empanadas, 750 South Rampart Boulevard.

Make your own Mini Fiesta Wreath: Tuesday Oct. 7, 4:30pm - 5:30pm @ Sunrise Library, 5400 East Harris Avenue.