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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in NYC 2025

Hispanic Heritage Month runs from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15. It’s a great time to celebrate Hispanic heritage with your family and teach your children about the different cultures that co-exist in New York City.

Here’s a roundup of events this Hispanic Heritage Month in New York City!

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Manhattan

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Brooklyn

Queens

Staten Island

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Manhattan

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

New-York Historical Society, 170 Central Park W., Upper West Side

Saturday, Sept. 20, 2 – 3:30 pm

All ages

Included with admission: $6-24; free for children younger than 5

Learn and create art about different important Hispanic American figures. Create your own mural inspired by the art of Judy Baca, show your support for Earth by decorating your own bandanas like Francisco Vera, and more! And at the end, join a game of la lotería with prizes!

Little Makers Club: Nazca Lines Craft for Hispanic Heritage Month

Macomb’s Bridge Library, 2633 Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. Blvd., Harlem

Saturday, Sept. 27, 2 pm

Ages 5 – 12

Free

This program engages kids in fun, themed experiments, crafts, and interesting adventures, and provides book recommendations related to the activity!

Celebrate Latinx Heritage Week at CMOM

Children’s Museum of Manhattan, 212 W 83rd St., Upper West Side

Oct. 3 – 10, Tuesdays – Sundays, 10 am – 5 pm

All ages

$18

Immerse yourself in traditional and contemporary arts, and unleash your creativity with Latinx music, comic-book making, and more!

Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month: S.T.E.A.M. Loteria & Piñata Party

125th Street Library, 224 East 125th St., East Harlem

Monday, Oct. 6, 3 – 4 pm

Ages 5 – 12

Free

Play this popular Mexican Bingo game and break a DIY Piñata!

Day of the Dead Celebration

The Hispanic Museum & Library, 13 W 155th St., Washington Heights

Saturday, Oct. 18, 3 – 6 pm

All ages

Advanced registration required

Free

Celebrate the vibrant traditions of Día de Muertos, a time dedicated to remembering and honoring our loved ones who have passed away. Contribute to the Ofrenda, enjoy art-making activities, and experience a lively musical performance by Linda EPO.

Bronx

Family Storytime and Craft: Hispanic Heritage Month

Clason’s Point Library, 1215 Morrison Ave., Soundview n

Saturday, Sept. 20, 3 pm

Ages 5 and younger

Free

Join the library for songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books in this storytime.

Hispanic Heritage Month – Card Games

Bronx Library Center, 310 E Kingsbridge Road, Fordham Manor

Wednesday, Sept. 24, 4 pm

Ages 13 and older

Free

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month with card games. Throughout Latin America and Spain, card games have been played for competition or to pass the time. Join the library to pass the time and learn Latin America’s card games.

Community CareFest 2025

Hostos Community College, 450 Grand Concourse

Sunday, Sept. 28, noon – 12 pm

All ages

Free

SOMOS is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with its first Community CareFest 2025, a free indoor festival that will serve as a one stop destination for health, wellness, and culture. The event, co-sponsored by Hostos Community College, will highlight SOMOS’ new Social Care Network for Bronx Medicaid members, connecting families to services such as food, housing, and transportation, along with free wellness and mental health screenings. The festival will also feature a live performance by award winning artist Raul Acosta and Oro Sólido, with music by the legendary Heavy Hitter DJ Enuff. Families can enjoy the Kids’ Fun Zone with meet and greets featuring Nickelodeon’s Dora the Explorer and Paw Patrol, face painting, free back to school supplies, educational materials, along with plenty of food and refreshments. Guests can join a lively Bachata Contest and enter raffles for a chance to win exciting prizes including a brand-new iPhone 17 Pro, Bose earbuds, and more.

Fiesta on The Hudson

Wave Hill, 675 W 252nd St., Riverdale

Sunday, Oct. 5, 2 – 5 pm

All ages

Free with $4-$10 admission to the grounds

The Great Lawn transforms into a dance party during this lively celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month! Host and dance instructor Talia Castro-Pozo guides you through the steps of traditional styles of dance like salsa, samba, and cha-cha. As you master the moves, enjoy live music by Santiago y La Orquesta and take in the magnificent views of the Palisades and Hudson River. All ages and levels of dance experience are welcome.

Movie Day: “Ferdinand” – Hispanic Heritage Month

Hunts Point Library, 877 Southern Boulevard, Longwood

Wednesday, Oct. 15, 3:30 pm

Ages 5 – 12

Free

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at the library with a screening of Ferdinand! Enjoy some refreshments, arrive on time to participate in the short discussion, and enjoy a collection of works by local writers.

Brooklyn

Dance and Learn Spanish

Leonard Library, 81 Devoe St., Williamsburg

Tuesday, Sept. 23, 3:30 – 4:15 pm

All ages

Free

Through music, body movement, and imagination, participants discover that learning a new language can be a joyful, hands-on adventure.

Calpulli Mexican Dance Company

Sunset Park Library, 5108 Fourth Ave., Sunset Park

Saturday, Sept. 27, noon – 1 pm

All ages

Free

Join students from the Calpulli Community in this presentation of traditional dance and music of Mexico.

¡WEPA! Festival

Outside El Puente, 211 South 4th St., Williamsburg

Saturday, Sept. 27, noon – 6 pm

All ages

Free

This annual festival is a joyous celebration of Latine culture, community, and resilience in Los Sures, Williamsburg’s historic Southside. The day will include live performances, free workshops including salsa dancing, bike safety & repair, meditation, nail art, and more. Plus, the unveiling of El Puente’s new mural, a resource fair, and remarks by elected officials.

Two Puppets, Two Cultures!

Washington Irving Library, 360 Irving Ave., Bushwick

Friday, Oct. 10, 11 – 11:45 am

All ages

Free

Enjoy a bilingual performance that brings together two colorful friends: Sumaq, a curious puppet from the Andes (whose name means “beautiful” in Quechua), and Buddy, a playful puppet from the United States.

30th Annual Panamanian Parade

Parade begins at President St. and Classon Ave., Crown Heights

Saturday, Oct. 11, noon

All ages

Free

Be there for the largest Panamanian parade in the world, outside of the Republic of Panama, to celebrate and honor the leaders, educators, artists, and celebrities who have left a cultural footprint on this nation. The parade features a diverse range of participants, including community organizations, folkloric groups, schools, marching bands, and elected officials from the U.S. and Panamá.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month Dancing with Julia

Brooklyn Public Library — Central Library, 10 Grand Army Plaza, Prospect Heights

Saturday, Oct. 11, 1 – 2 pm

All ages

Free

Have you ever dreamed of being a drummer, singer, or dancer? Then join the Library to help author and songwriter Raquel M. Ortiz with a puppet production, based on her book, When Julia Danced Bomba / Cuando Julia bailaba bomba. Raquel will teach bomba drumming patterns and songs. Then choreographer José Costas and dancer Emma Manzanares will share bomba dance steps. The program ends with the short film Julia’s Dance, A Bomba Flamenco Bedtime Tale

Queens

Carnaval De La Cultura Latina

Junction Blvd., bet. Roosevelt Ave. and 37th Ave., Corona

Sunday, Sept. 21, 11 am – 6 pm

All ages

Free

Indulge in Latin music, food, and culture in one of the biggest celebrations in New York City!

Queens Hispanic Day Parade

Parade takes place on 37th Ave. from 69th St. to 89th St., Jackson Heights

Sunday, Sept. 21, noon – 3 pm

All ages

Free

Celebrate the community’s heritage and diverse culture at this annual parade, which features floats, community groups, local leaders, and more.

Hispanic Heritage Month: Day of the Dead Celebration

Queens Public Library – Briarwood, 85-12 Main St., Briarwood

Saturday, Oct. 11, 3 – 5 pm

All ages

Free

Join this family-oriented Day of the Dead celebration that immerses families in a culturally rich experience. With a crafting workshop, face painting, and a photo booth to capture the moment, this event is designed to educate and entertain attendees of all ages. It is a blend of fun and tradition, inviting families to honor and explore the rich heritage of the Dia de los Muertos in a joyful and engaging way. Supplies are limited. First-come, first-served basis for the first 50 children.

Hispanic Heritage Month: Wepa! Latin Dance

Peninsula, Queens Public Library, 92-25 Rockaway Beach Blvd., Rockaway Beach

Saturday, Oct. 18, 1 – 2 pm

Ages 6 – 11

Free

Engage your body and your mind by participating in guided listening, rhythmic exercises, body movement, and beginner Salsa (and other Latin dances) instruction! You will learn, laugh, and mambo around your house with a new love for this vast and rich musical culture. A gozar!

Staten Island

Hispanic Heritage Cultural Celebration

SIUH Community Park, Staten Island Ferry Hawk Stadium, 75 Richmond Terrace, Silver Lake

Saturday, Sept. 20, 1 – 7 pm

All ages

$15

Join Created For You Artists Market and the Staten Island Puerto Rican Alliance for the First Hispanic Heritage Cultural Celebration at the Staten Island Ferry Hawk Stadium. Celebrate all Hispanic nationalities during Hispanic Heritage Month. Taste variations of delicious foods and enjoy music from 5 different DJs playing sounds from various Latin countries. Shop from local Latin-based businesses and get original pieces of art, jewelry, accessories, handcrafted items, and more. Meet and greet local artists and entrepreneurs showcase their products and services. Backpack giveaway for kids. Must register for the giveaway while supplies last.

Hispanic Heritage Day

Historic Richmond Town, 441 Clarke Ave., Richmondtown

Sunday, Sept. 28, 11 am – 4 pm

All ages

$10; $5 ages 6-11; free for children 5 and younger

Join Historic Richmond Town in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with a day of special programs in New York City’s living history village. In the 3rd County Courthouse, the renowned Calpulli Mexican Dance Company will present a thrilling and informative performance of traditional dance mixed with storytelling and folklore. Visit historic houses and trade shops, which will feature demonstrations of recipes highlighting cuisine from across the Hispanic and Latinx communities, and demonstrations of weaving and broom making.

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