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Hispanic Heritage Month in Greater Phoenix

Arizona Diamondbacks Hispanic Heritage Weekend

Aug. 30 - Sept. 1

The D-backs are proud to host and celebrate our Latino community with a weekend of food, music, and baseball during our Hispanic Heritage Weekend at Chase Field, presented by Estrella Jalisco! The weekend will take place Friday, August 30 through Sunday, September 1 against the Los Angeles Dodgers and each day will highlight different cultures and groups of our Latino community such as the Caribbean, Central America, and Mexico.

Chase Field

Mexican Independence Day

Sept. 15

ASU Art Museum celebrates the arts and culture of multiple Latin American countries, including Mexico, Chile, Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua, during Hispanic Heritage Month. Although these countries have unique cultural identities, all were subjected to Spanish rule and rule and annually celebrate their Independence Days in September. Everyone is invited to learn and enjoy these traditions, which include papel picado activity, Mariachi music, local food trucks, and dance workshops and performances.

ASU Art Museum

3rd Annual Latino LGBTQ+ Pride Festival

Sept. 14

Allies and community members of the LGBTQ+ Latino community are welcome to attend the 4th annual Latino LGBTQ+ Pride Festival. Latino Pride Festival coincides with Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 to Oct. 15) with a celebration at historic Heritage Square in Downtown Phoenix. Valentina from RuPaul's Drag Race will be the featured performer.

Heritage Square

Mexico In A Bottle

Sept. 22

Mexico in a Bottle is North America's biggest mezcal tasting event. But that's not all—you can also try out Mexican rum, whiskey, gin, liqueur, butters, wine, and beer. Each bottle contains a piece and flavor of Mexican culture, and is a living link to history, tradition, food, art, and music.

Walter Studios

Tu voz, tu voto: Your voice, your vote

Sept. 19

In collaboration with the Arizona Storytellers Project and the Arizona Republic’s bilingual publication La Voz, Tempe Center for the Arts hosts an evening of storytelling, community building, and celebration of the Valley’s diverse Latino residents around the theme of "civic engagement," presented in Spanish and English with translation and captioning available.

Tempe Center for the Arts

Rockin' Taco Street Fest

Sept. 14

A food, music and cultural celebration, Rockin’ Taco Street Fest will feature creative tacos from 20 local restaurants and food trucks. Event highlights include a live performance by Everclear and features Luche Libre Wrestling, Hot Chili Pepper & Taco Eating Competitions, Mariachi, a Mechanical Taco Ride, Margarita & Michelada Master Tent, Little Amigos play area, additional shaded areas and much more.

Dr. AJ Chandler Park

Fiesta de la Noche

Sept. 19, 20; Oct. 10, 17, 24, 31

Experience The Manic Hispanic, from Mega 104.3 and 106.3, alongside the mesmerizing beats of Rhythm of the Sun, creating an unforgettable atmosphere of dance and joy.

Casino Arizona

Community Pachanga

Sept. 20

Attend the Community Pachanga and Family Fiesta to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month! The free family-friendly event is hosted by Chicanos Por La Causa.

PLC Central Park

Sonoran Sippin' and Lotería Launch Party

Sept. 20

Desert Botanical Garden will kick off Hispanic Heritage Month at its annual Sonoran Sippin’ event on Sept. 20. This event pays homage to an iconic Mexican pastime, uniquely Arizonan artwork and Hispanic culture. Attendees can enjoy a garden stroll and complimentary cocktail, included with their ticket. Soak up the summer sunset at the Garden with pop-up experiences, entertainment and desert views.

Desert Botanical Garden

Jaime Munguia vs. Erik Bazinyan

Sept. 20

Tijuana Titan Jaime Munguia battles unbeaten Erik Bazinyan in the 12-Round Super Middleweight Showdown in Glendale on Friday, September 20.

Desert Diamond Arena

Mexican Baseball Fiesta

Sept. 26 - Sept. 29

Watch Mexican teams from the Liga Arco Mexicana del Pacifico play in the Mexican Baseball Fiesta Tournament. Top teams from the professional league in Mexico, such as Hermosillo, Obregon, Mexicali and Guasave will play in Phoenix and Mesa at the Spring Training fields for the Milwaukee Brewers and the LA Dodgers and Chicago White Sox.

American Family Fields of Phoenix and Camelback Ranch

Somos Peoria

Sept. 28

Somos Peoria is a multicultural festival celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month. In addition to live musical entertainment from national and local bands, festivalgoers have the opportunity to sample a variety of traditional foods, beer and margaritas, shop arts and crafts, and enjoy celebrated Hispanic activities such as Ballet Folklorico, lucha libre, strolling mariachis, and a low-rider car display. This year’s main stage national entertainment includes music performances by Pacific Mambo Orchestra and Latin Breed.

Old Town Peoria

DTPHX Lotería

Sept. 19

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by playing the traditional game of Lotería while enjoying a night of delicious food, vibrant entertainment and community.

Guests can enjoy Mexican food from local vendors, entertainment from DJ duo Vinyl Vagos, a local market hosted by Mujeres Mercado, Arizona’s largest Latina market, and a make-and-take craft station led by The Crafty Chica. The Funky Latina will be the special guest emcee for the evening and will be giving out some excellent prizes.

Downtown Phoenix

Guelaguetza

Oct. 5-6

Guelaguetza is an annual indigenous cultural event in Mexico that takes place in the city of Oaxaca. Immerse yourself in art, music, dance and enjoy the flavors of Oaxaca’s eight regions. Join a colorful Oaxacan Calenda (parade), try some spicy and sweet mole, visit the mercado and don’t forget to sample some mezcal.

Desert Botanical Garden

ASU Sun Devils Football vs. Kansas: Hispanic Heritage Night

Oct. 5

Sun Devil football invites everyone to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Night on September 23rd as they match up against USC in a thrilling Pac 12 game.

Mountain America Stadium

Annual Mariachi and Folklórico Festival

Oct. 5

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and Mexican culture with a Chandler tradition featuring Leyendas Del Mariachi!

Chandler Center for the Arts

Loteria Nights

Oct. 10 and Nov. 14

Don’t miss your chance to win big at Lotería Nights. Head to the garden with rounds of Lotería, cerveza, music y más. Play for a chance to win cool prizes, including a garden membership, plants and so much more.

Desert Botanical Garden

Girl Scouts—Arizona Cactus-Pine Council (GSACPC) Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration

Oct. 12

Join the Girl Scouts in closing out Hispanic Heritage Month! During this celebration, attendees will enjoy activities such as a spray paint art workshop by local artist, Adrian Garcia, Dia de los Muertos masks, a turn on the climbing tower, and much more. This event is open to all girls from K-12th and will take place on Saturday, October 12th from 3 - 6 p.m.

The Bob & Renee Parsons Center for Girls and Women at Camp South Mountain

Fiesta de la Noche 

Sept. 19, Sept. 26, Oct. 10

Experience The Manic Hispanic, from Mega 104.3 and 106.3, alongside the mesmerizing beats of Rhythm of the Sun, creating an unforgettable atmosphere of dance and joy.

Casino Arizona

Luis Fonsi

Sept. 20

Luis Fonsi, the Puerto Rican singer, will bring his “25 Años Tour” to Phoenix in support of his 12th studio album, "El Viaje." 

Gila River Resorts & Casinos- Wild Horse Pass

Edén Muñoz

Sept. 20

The Mexican singer-songwriter's "Como En Los Viejos Tiempos"  tour comes to Phoenix on Sept. 20. Eden Muñoz will perform his greatest hits and showcase his signature performance style.

Arizona Financial Theatre 

Jesse and Joy

Sept. 20

Latin Grammy Award-winning duo Jesse and Joy will perform at The Events Center at Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino on Sept. 20.

Harrah's Ak-Chin Hotel and Casino

Sonoran Showcase Concert Series: The Funky Latina & Friends

Enjoy local live music bands and escape the heat here at Walter Studios in Downtown Phoenix. Free entry. 

Walter Studios

Snow Tha Product

Sept. 28

Grammy-nominated and multi-platinum singer, rapper, and actress Snow Tha Product is set to perform at The Van Buren.

The Van Buren

Danny Ocean

Sept. 29

Venezuelan singer and songwriter Danny Ocean is coming to Phoenix on his 2024 “Reflexa Tour.”

Arizona Financial Theatre

Christian Nodal

Sept. 29

The North American leg of Christian Nodal's Pa'l Cora Tour includes a stop at Desert Diamond Arena on September 29.

Desert Diamond Arena

Fiesta de la Noche: Cannibal & The Headhunters

Oct. 3

Feel the pulse of legendary music as these icons light up the stage with their classic hits and dynamic performance. Get ready to dance, celebrate, and create memories in a vibrant and electric atmosphere.

Casino Arizona

Intocable

Oct. 4

One of the most storied groups in Latin music history, Intocable, will be making their way back to Phoenix on October 4.

Celebrity Theatre

Pitbull

Oct. 4

Global superstar Pitbull's “Party After Dark Tour” will hit Phoenix on October 4.

Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre 

Chayanne

Oct. 5

Latin superstar Chayanne will bring his "Bailemos Otra Vez" tour to Phoenix on October 5.

Footprint Center

Alicia Villarreal

Oct. 6

Grammy-winning artist Alicia Villarreal is back to the stage on her much-anticipated “Donde Todo Comenzó” tour. The tour, aptly named “Where It All Began,” promises to take fans on a nostalgic expedition through the artist’s successful career, revisiting the roots of her musical legacy and some of her most recent hits.

Gila River Resorts & Casinos- Wild Horse Pass

Buena Vista Social Club

Oct. 8

The Buena Vista Social Orchestra, under the direction of Jesus Ramos and featuring key players from throughout the history of The Buena Vista Social Club, continues the legacy of the legendary group in 2024 with an exciting new stage production and repertoire pulled from the greatest hits (many of which Ramos composed) and deep-dive cuts.

Celebrity Theatre

Omar Apollo

Oct. 10

Omar Apollo comes to Phoenix in support of his sophomore album, God Said No.

Mesa Amphitheatre 

Banda La Adictiva

Oct. 11

The Sinaloa-based group is slated to perform in Phoenix on Oct. 11.

Gila River Resorts & Casinos- Wild Horse Pass

Los Alegres del Barranco 

Oct. 11

The regional Mexican band performs in Phoenix on October 11.

Celebrity Theatre

Ana Gabriel

Oct. 12

Multi-award-winning Mexican singer-songwriter Ana Gabriel will celebrate five decades of artistry on her “Un Deseo Mas Tour 2024,” which will stop in Phoenix on October 12.

Footprint Center

There's no shortage of delicious Mexican and Latin foods in Greater Phoenix, a majority of which is inspired by the flavors of northern Mexico, including Sonora and Baja California. There's also a fair share of fusion between Sonoran flavors and Southwest influences, such as our iconic prickly pear margarita. Explore some of the best places to dine during Hispanic Heritage Month below. 

Arizona's Hispanic community makes up almost 4% of the entire nation's Hispanic population. Spend more than a few hours in Greater Phoenix, and you'll see their impact across our city. Whether it's on the eye-catching murals in downtown Phoenix, or traditions carried forward on the grounds of a traditional Mexican rodeo, you'll find a piece of Latin culture in every nook and cranny of Greater Phoenix.