With the start of National Hispanic Heritage Month on September 15, several events will be held in and around Charlotte to highlight the culture of the region's Hispanic communities.
Block Community Party
One of these events is promoted by the organization Carolina Migrant Network, which will hold a Community Block Party this Friday, September 18th in the parking lot of Sabores de Oaxaca, located at 3654 Central Avenue, from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
“We are excited to invite you to our Block Community Party! Join us to celebrate the resilience of our immigrant community; there will also be free food,” says a post on the organization’s Instagram profile.
They will also unveil a mural commemorating the history of the Hispanic immigrant community. In addition, a resource fair will be offered for those affected by anti-immigrant sentiment and policies.
Proclamations to honor Hispanicity
Hispanic and Latino Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15 to October 15. It was proclaimed by the governor of North CarolinaJosh Stein, who held an event at his mansion in Raleigh with music and performances by Latino groups and artists from different parts of the state.
The Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners also held the proclamation, led by Commissioner Susan Rodriguez McDowell, during the weekly meeting on Tuesday, September 15.
During this month, the independence celebrations of several Latin American countries are also commemorated, starting with Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua, on September 15; Mexico, on September 16; and Chile, on September 18.
Other local events to celebrate Hispanic heritage
September 18 and 19: Hispanic Heritage Market, At 4410 North Tryon Street, it's a two-day family event featuring a piñata-making workshop, folk dances, Latin music, food, the Red Calaca Mobile Art Studio, a mechanical bull, and more.
19, 20, 26 September 27; October 4, 10, and 12: Let's Celebrate Our Hispanic Heritage Together at all Compare Foods supermarkets in the Charlotte area, featuring music, traditional displays, raffles, giveaways, and artistic performances. Celebrations will run from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm.
September 26: For Culture NightOrganized by Charlotte FC and Compare Foods, the event invites fans to a pre-game party featuring a market with local vendors, entertainment, and food trucks. The party will be held on Mint Street, outside the entrance to Blue Cross NC East, from 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm.
The first fans to arrive will receive a limited edition prize draw presented by Compare Foods.
3 October: Concord International FestivalOrganized by El Puente Hispano, in downtown Concord, where attendees can enjoy musical performances, crafts, traditional food from various countries, information tables, children's games, and more.
3 October: Hello Charlotte FestivalIn downtown Charlotte, from 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm, the 13th edition is being held in partnership with several local organizations, where attendees can enjoy performances by musical groups, dances, exhibits from 15 Latin American countries, food, games for children and more.
9 October: Mint 2 Move Cultural Dance Night, at the Mint Museum, in Uptown Charlotte, at 500 S Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28202, from 7:30 pm to 11:00 pm. Admission is $15 for museum members and $19 for non-members.
Attendees will be able to enjoy Afro-Latin music, art, dance lessons with Rumbao Latin Dance Company, live painting, and live musical groups.
11 October: Dominican Stop, from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Camp North End (Boileryard Area) 300 Camp Rd. Charlotte, NC 28206.
Dominican heritage and culture will be celebrated with live music, traditional dances, typical food, and art.
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