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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in Raleigh

This month has been celebrated in the US since 1968 and continues to be commemorated. Here are just a few ways to observe Hispanic Heritage Month in Raleigh.

Traditional Mexican dancers swish their skirts on stage.

Attend these events celebrating the Hispanic heritage of Raleighites.

Photo via the City of Raleigh

Hispanic Heritage Month is Sunday, Sept. 15 through Tuesday, Oct. 15, spotlighting the histories, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic Americans with roots in Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Sept. 15 is the date when five Latin American countries declared independence from Spain in 1821 — Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. Mexican Independence Day is Sept. 16, while Chile’s is Sept. 18.

Here are some ways to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in Raleigh.

  • Latinos Run Raleigh is hosting a free Hispanic Heritage Month Run this Saturday, Sept. 21 at Fleet Feet in Raleigh at 8 a.m.
  • The Raleigh Tamale Festival is Saturday, Sept. 21 from 2-6 p.m. at Moore Square with lots of activities and a friendly tamale competition.
  • The town of Apex is hosting the Latino Arts Festival on Saturday, Sept. 28 from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. The event will feature live music + entertainment, food truck rodeo, arts for the kids and more.
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