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:

• Las Vegas Book Festival: Saturday, Oct. 19, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. @ Historic Fifth Street School, 401 S. Fourth St. 

• Earth Beats: Capoeira Nights: Friday Oct. 25, 7 p.m. @ Stewart Place Park, 4700 Chantilly Ave.

• Sugar Skull Arts Making Workshop: Saturday, Oct. 26, 1:00-3:00 p.m. @ Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St.

• Día de los Muertos Festival: Saturday Nov. 2, 3:00-9:00 p.m @ Sammy Davis Jr. Festival Plaza, 770 Twin Lakes Drive

• Mexican Mythologies: Past and Present Exhibition: Thursday, Nov. 7 - Thursday, Jan. 16 @ Historic Fifth Street School Mayor's Gallery, 401 S. Fourth St.

• Tamale and Mariachi Festival: Saturday, Dec. 7, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. @ Historic Fifth Street School, 401 S 4th St.