Hispanic Heritage Month begins Tuesday, kicking off a monthlong celebration of Hispanic and Latino culture and history.
If you’re wondering why the celebration begins in the middle of the month, Sept. 15 marks the anniversary of independence for five Central American countries.
Later Tuesday, Mexicans will mark “El Grito,” the traditional celebration that kicks off Mexico’s Independence Day (Sept. 16) and offers an opportunity for people to reconnect with their cultural roots.
Thousands of miles from Mexico City, two “El Grito” celebrations are planned in the Bay Area — one at San Jose City Hall and another at Civic Center Plaza in San Francisco.
Organizers are inviting attendees to wear the green jersey of Mexico’s national soccer team.
NBC Bay Area’s Vianey Arana will be at the San Francisco celebration, while Telemundo 48’s Carlos Yustis and Miryam Villarreal will be in San Jose.