Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Festivities in Pulaski County

 

Hispanic Heritage Month starts September 15 and goes through October 15, and residents have several ways they can celebrate in Pulaski County. Keep reading for all the fun events.

Fiesta de Independencia Hispana 

The third annual Hispanic Heritage Festival at Plaza Frida will feature tons of local food, vendors, artists and entertainment as they celebrate the independence of all nine Latin American countries! There are also bouncy houses for the kiddos!

Location: 4001 W. 65th St. Little Rock, AR 72209

When: September 16, 5-9 p.m. 

 

Seis Puentes – Hispanic Heritage Festival 

Hispanic Heritage Festival is an event that celebrates North Little Rock’s Hispanic community, artists, music, and culinary scene.

Hispanic Heritage Festival will be free and open to the public and have local Hispanic food vendors like Kaluas Paleteria y Botanas, art and craft vendors, kids activities and live entertainment by Los Sierreños and Ballet Quetzalli. There will also be a salsa contest that guests can participate in for $10 where they will get to sample local salsas and vote for their favorite.

Location: Argenta Plaza, 510 Main St., North Little Rock, AR 72114

When: September 16 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

 

Spanish Story Time at CALS

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with this special story time.

Location: 4800 West 10th Street, Little Rock, AR, United States, Arkansas

When: September 23 at 10 a.m.

 

¡Folklore, Música & Comida!

Join CALS at Terry Library for a family night of cultural exchange. There will be Mexican Folkloric Ballet performances, paper crafts, snacks and drinks, as well as informational booths.

Location: 2015 Napa Valley Dr. Little Rock, AR. 72212

When: September 25 from 6-7:30 p.m.

 

Roll, Heat, Eat! Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Tortilla Making!

Fletcher Library is hosting a tortilla making event for Hispanic Heritage Month. Bring the kids and learn about the history of tortilla making.

Location: 823 North Buchanan Street Little Rock, AR. 72205

When: September 30 from 2-3 p.m.

 

Fiesta En SoMa

Each Latin American Country will have their own designated area on South Main St. showcasing each country’s beauty through art, dance, music and food. This event will feature several educational opportunities with plenty of entertainment for the whole family to enjoy! 

Location: South Main St. Little Rock, AR

When: October 6, 2023 from 4-9 p.m.