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Hispanic Heritage Month Begins Nationwide With Parades, Performances and Proclamations

The observance starts Sept. 15 to align with Latin American independence anniversaries, with themes and projects extending beyond a single day.

Hispanic Heritage Month officially kicks off today and the city is celebrating it's deep rooted ties to vibrant Hispanic culture all month long with a full lineup of diverse events for all ages. (PHOTO: Viva Dieciseis The Pearl)
Hispanic Heritage Month officially kicks off today and the city is celebrating it's deep rooted ties to vibrant Hispanic culture all month long with a full lineup of diverse events for all ages. (PHOTO: Viva Dieciseis The Pearl)
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, shown meeting with members of the National Guard in Washington D.C., said that cultural awareness events such as National Hispanic Heritage Month detract from unity and fighting spirit in the armed forces.

Overview

  • The month runs Sept. 15–Oct. 15, timed to the Cry of Dolores and independence dates celebrated across Mexico and Central America.
  • San Antonio’s city-led Fiestas Patrias features more than 35 events, while North Las Vegas launched festivities with a proclamation recognizing a population that is roughly 40% Hispanic.
  • Communities are hosting mariachi and folklórico performances, lowrider showcases, museum exhibitions and theater, from Kansas City’s El Grito gatherings to Long Island’s Parrish Art Museum light installation.
  • This year’s theme in several communities is “Collective Heritage,” and Buffalo’s Hispanic Heritage Council says its 38,000-square-foot cultural institute remains on track for a hoped-for summer 2026 opening.
  • Some organizers report adjusting or canceling events due to fears of immigration enforcement and perceived restrictions on DEI activities, according to CBS Texas.