Girls pose for photos during the Quinceanera Fashion Show in Dallas, Texas. The show was as part of the Dallas Arboretum Hispanic Heritage Celebration. (Photo by Dan Tian/Xinhua via Getty Images)
September 15 through October 15, the nation celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month, also known as Latino Heritage Month. Hispanic residents make up about 30 percent of the DFW population and 41 percent in Dallas County, so the influences of Latin traditions and leadership are essential to North Texas culture. There are many ways to celebrate this month — here are some ideas that serve as a good start.
Support Hispanic artists and artwork
Frida: Beyond the Myth
The Dallas Museum of Art recently premiered a gallery showcasing legendary Hispanic artist Frida Kahlo. Frida: Beyond the Myth commemorates the 70th anniversary of Kahlo’s legacy and tells her life story through an exploration of her work. This intimate look at Kaho also includes photographs of the artist taken by her closest family and friends. The gallery runs till November 17. Get your tickets here.
Cine De Oro
On September 18, the Latino Cultural Center will offer a free screening of the 2018 Academy Award-winning film, Roma.
Local artist exhibit
Through September 20, visual artist Eliana Miranda’s art will be showcased at the Oak Cliff Cultural Center. Her exhibition, Qué Calor, investigates the correlation between migration and climate change. The center is open Tuesdays through Saturdays 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Cowgirl gallery
The National Cowgirl Museum in Fort Worth is featuring Soldaderas to Amazonas: Escaramuzas Charras, which examines the Mexican rodeo and the cowgirls that assisted in the revolt against oppressive Mexican government forces. Expect two galleries of portraits, boots, and the ornate, brightly colored dresses the women were known to wear. Plan your visit here.
Latinidades Festival & Symposium
This international performing arts festival for Latino performers includes dance, comedy, and theater at the Latino Cultural Center, running through October 13. Click here for the lineup and to purchase tickets.
Attend a festival
On September 15, delve into the intersection of Latino and LGBTQ+ culture with more than 100+ vendors, entertainment, and resources at Reverchon Park in Dallas. This is the 10th anniversary of the free, family-friendly festival, hosted by the nonprofit Texas Latino Pride. Let them know you’re coming and get all the info by registering here.
Dallas Arboretum Hispanic Heritage Celebration
This two-day event will have dancing, mariachi bands, deejays, cooking demonstrations, and a Quinceañera fashion show where teens will show off the latest quince styles.There will also be lots of child-focused activities, and best of all? It’s all free. Check it out on September 14 and 15.
Latinidad Festival
The third annual Hispanic Heritage event features the food, dance, music of Latin America, showcased by Hispanic communities of Dallas-Fort Worth. Held at the AT&T Performing Arts Center, this free event will be held Saturday, October 5. RSVP here.
Dance festival
¡Celebramos! Latin Dance Festival allows you to explore all forms of Latin dance with trained instructors from local dance schools. There will be classes for beginners and more experienced dancers. Enjoy food vendors and a deejay at The Grove at the Fort Worth Botanical Gardens on September 22.
Kick-off parade
The Stockyards welcome Hispanic Heritage Month with a parade and celebration featuring floats, folkloric dancers, and equestrian events. The September 15 event is largely free to the public, with some ticketed events. See the schedule here.
Explore Hispanic-owned businesses
Whether it’s through a cup of coffee or a sit-down dinner, supporting Hispanic-owned businesses is important year-round. Here is a list of places to enjoy food or a drink. Also, check out the businesses we’ve featured in our newsletter and in other stories.
🍲 La Cacerola Colombia Cuisine
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