Milwaukee, WI
7 Ways to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in Milwaukee
1. Hispanic Heritage Month Kickoff
SEPT. 12 FROM 4-8 P.M. | DEER DISTRICT PLAZA
This year’s Hispanic Heritage Month Kick-Off will be held at the Deer District, with a lineup of vendors, food and live music all evening long. This event is hosted by the Hispanic Collaborative.
2. Latine Placita @ UWM
SEPT. 16 FROM 11 A.M.-2 P.M. | SPAIGHTS PLAZA (SPAI)
UW-Milwaukee is celebrating Latine Heritage Month with live music, dancing, local Latine vendors (including free caricatures and tarot readings), and a live performance by Los Nenes Del Lago at 12 P.M.
The Unity Awards celebrates people and organizations who are working to make Milwaukee a better place for all. Know someone who should be honored?
3. Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
SEPT. 17 FROM 4-8 P.M. | ZÓCALO FOOD PARK
Milwaukee Film is kicking off Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations with music from local DJ Loop. Local vendors include MKE Rag, Alquimia Skincare, Lupo Designs, Designs by Lali and Ina Maka Holistic Crystal Jewelry. Plus, there will be delicious food and drinks.
4. Celebración Latina: Cultivating Raíces (Roots)
SEPT. 20 FROM 11 A.M.-3 P.M. | MILWAUKEE PUBLIC MUSEUM
Visit the Milwaukee Public Museum to see Afro-Latin and Caribbean dance performances, and learn about Latin America through hands-on activities.
5. Puerto Rican Festival
SEPT. 21 FROM 11 A.M.-8 P.M. | HENRY MAIER FESTIVAL PARK
Hosted at the Summerfest Grounds, the 12th annual Puerto Rican Festival brings an electric lineup of Latin musicians, food and vendors to celebrate the rich culture and heritage of Puerto Rico.
6. Noche De Gala
SEPT. 27 AT 5:30 P.M. | LATINO ARTS
Indulge in tequila tasting, yummy tapas and authentic cultural experiences to benefit the Latino Arts Strings Program and its community of young musicians. The gala includes raffles and auctions, and an evening of Latin American cuisine, art and dance.
7. Celebración Latina: Hands-On Heritage
OCT. 11 FROM 11 A.M.-3 P.M. | MILWAUKEE PUBLIC MUSEUM
Learn from local artisans sharing their craft and cultural knowledge through hands-on workshops hosted by the Milwaukee Public Museum – artisan tables will be set up on the first floor.