Looking for ways to honor and immerse yourself in Latin American communities?<\/p>\n
Several Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations will soon take place throughout Fort Worth and Tarrant County.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Here are some events to show your pride through Oct. 11:<\/p>\n
Discover power of Latin artists at 3 Sundance Square exhibitions<\/p>\n
Fort Worth artist Brenda Melgoza Ciardiello has her own solo show \u201cAscendencia\u201d at Zona 7 Gallery. Dallas-based Antonio Lechuga and San Francisco\u2019s Arleene Correa Valencia come together for \u201cMerging Threads\u201d at Caravan of Dreams Gallery. 12 North Texas creatives showcase their paper and textile works at \u201cHecho a Mano\u201d at 400H Gallery. All shows are within walking distance.\u00a0<\/p>\n
When: Noon-8 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday through November\u00a0<\/p>\n
Where: Zona 7 Gallery, 404 Houston St.; Caravan of Dreams Gallery, 501 Houston St.; 400 H Gallery, 400 Houston St., Fort Worth<\/p>\n
Admission: Free<\/a><\/p>\n Honor Mexican Independence Day at \u2018Fiestas Patrias Parade\u2019<\/p>\n Charros, escaramuzas, dancing horses, Latino organizations and more will make their way through the Fort Worth Stockyards in honor of the holiday celebrated on Sept. 16.\u00a0<\/p>\n When: 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Sept. 13<\/p>\n Where: East Exchange Avenue, Fort Worth<\/p>\n Admission: Free<\/a><\/p>\n Experience equestrian sports at \u2018Spirit of Mexico\u2019\u00a0<\/p>\n The rodeo brings together Mexican charrer\u00eda, folkl\u00f3rico dance, rodeo competition and live regional music under one roof.\u00a0<\/p>\n When: 1:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m. Sept. 13<\/p>\n Where: Cowtown Coliseum, 121 E. Exchange Ave., Fort Worth<\/p>\n Admission: $36-$82<\/a><\/p>\n Hear traditional Mexican grit\u00f3 at \u2018Fiestas Patrias\u2019<\/p>\n The Consul General of Mexico in Dallas and La Gran Plaza de Fort Worth commemorate Mexico\u2019s Independence Day. The event includes high school marching bands, mariachis and folkl\u00f3rico groups.\u00a0<\/p>\n When: Noon-7 p.m. Sept. 13<\/p>\n Where: La Gran Plaza, 4200 South Freeway, Fort Worth\u00a0<\/p>\n Admission: Free<\/a><\/p>\n Learn about diverse cultures at \u2018Tour of Latin America\u2019\u00a0<\/p>\n The Fort Worth Public Library is spotlighting different Latin American countries at 12 community events throughout its city branches. Activities range from making pi\u00f1atas to basket-weaving to paper plate tambourines.\u00a0<\/p>\n When: 12 events between Sept. 15-Oct. 14\u00a0<\/p>\n Where: Find participating library branches here<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n Admission: Free<\/a><\/p>\n Pick your favorite Mexican ingredients at \u2018Taquiza\u2019<\/p>\n Learn to cook your own delicious tacos with fish, chicken, pork and steak in an intimate class. Guests will enjoy a wine of glass to complement the dish.\u00a0<\/p>\n When: 6:30-9 p.m. Sept. 15<\/p>\n Where: Central Market Fort Worth, 4651 West Freeway, Fort Worth<\/p>\n Admission: $99<\/a><\/a><\/p>\n Show cultural pride at \u2018\u00a1Celebramos! Latin American Flag Parade\u2019<\/p>\n The Fort Worth Botanic Garden kicks off its month of celebration with a parade that invites guests to represent their country of origin. The event features a performance from Abuelos Folkl\u00f3rico.<\/p>\n When: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Sept. 19<\/p>\n Where: Fort Worth Botanic Garden, 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd., Fort Worth<\/p>\n Admission: Free<\/a><\/p>\n Cruise through downtown at \u2018Car & Culture Show\u2019\u00a0<\/p>\n Sundance Square\u2019s annual car show is back to spotlight the lowrider community<\/a> and their customized cars. Members of the Duke\u2019s Car Club will be there to show off their hot rods.\u00a0<\/p>\n When: Noon-11 p.m. Sept. 19<\/p>\n Where: Sundance Square Plaza, 420 Main St., Fort Worth<\/p>\n Admission: Free<\/a><\/p>\n Savor Chilean flavors at \u2018Grand Fonda Donde la Nino\u2019\u00a0<\/p>\n Taste traditional Chilean dishes, shop cultural vendors and enjoy family-friendly activities. Starting at 8 p.m., the event will transition for ages 21 and up looking to dance and drink alcoholic drinks.\u00a0<\/p>\n When: 1 p.m.-12:45 a.m. Sept. 19<\/p>\n Where: El Ganadero Sal\u00f3n, 5275 Brown Lane, Fort Worth<\/p>\n Admission: $17-$32;<\/a> free for children<\/p>\n Secure limited-edition shirt at \u2018Texas Rangers – Hispanic Heritage Night\u2019<\/p>\n The baseball game against the Toronto Blue Jays will have special Texas Rangers Hispanic Heritage Guayaberas. Guests are encouraged to arrive early as sizes are limited.\u00a0<\/p>\n When: 6 p.m. Sept. 19<\/p>\n Where: Globe Life Field, 734 Stadium Drive, Arlington<\/p>\n Admission: $40-$116<\/a><\/p>\n Enjoy symphonic tunes at \u2018Music of the Spanish Language!\u2019<\/p>\n Timeless Concerts brings together a piano quintet and viola solo for a performance of Spanish composer Joaquin Turina\u2019s \u201cScene Andalouse.\u201d The concert will be repeated at 2 p.m. Sept. 26 at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth.\u00a0<\/p>\n When: 8-9 p.m. Sept. 19\u00a0<\/p>\n Where: River Legacy Living Science Center, 703 NW Green Oaks Blvd., Arlington<\/p>\n Admission: $15-$40<\/a><\/p>\n Global Latin music icon stops in Cowtown for \u2018Bailemos Otra Vez Tour\u2019<\/p>\n Puerto Rican superstar Chayanne, who has sold more than 15 million records worldwide, offers a rare chance for his American fans to hear him live during his Fort Worth stop.\u00a0<\/p>\n When: 8-11 p.m. Sept. 24<\/p>\n Where: Dickies Arena, 1911 Montgomery St., Fort Worth<\/p>\n Admission: $57-$720<\/a><\/p>\n Watch influential Chicano movies at \u2018A Celebration of Filmmaker and Playwright Luis Valdez\u2019\u00a0<\/p>\n The Reel House Foundation hosts a two-part screening of \u201cI Am Joaquin\u201d and \u201cZoot Suit\u201d from Luis Valdez. The filmmaker is often regarded as the father of Chicano theater and film.\u00a0<\/p>\n When: 2-4 p.m. Sept. 27<\/p>\n Where: Kimbell Art Museum, 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth<\/p>\n Admission: Free<\/a><\/p>\n Listen to local Latin performers at \u20185th Annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration\u2019<\/p>\n Mike Gonzalez and the Iconiczz are headlining the popular Arlington event alongside Chikis y Su Gran Sonora.\u00a0<\/p>\n When: 4-8 p.m. Oct. 3<\/p>\n Where: Levitt Pavilion, 100 W. Abram St., Arlington<\/p>\n Admission: Free<\/a><\/p>\n Travel to Latin American countries at \u2018Celebra Grapevine: Passports to Culture\u2019<\/p>\n Journey through the art, food, music and traditions that make up the Grapevine community. The event concludes with Lucha Libre, Mexican wrestling.\u00a0<\/p>\n When: 2-8 p.m. Oct. 4<\/p>\n Where: Grapevine Convention Center, 1209 S. Main St., Grapevine<\/p>\n Admission: $35<\/a><\/p>\n Show off your best cumbia dance moves at \u2018Bidi Bidi Back to the Park\u2019<\/p>\n Sonidos del Summer returns to Northside\u2019s Marine Park with a tribute to Tejano music legend Selena Quintanilla-Perez. Fun fact: Selena performed at the park<\/a> in 1993.\u00a0<\/p>\n When: 5-10 p.m. Oct. 10<\/p>\n Where: Marine Park, 303 NW 20th St., Fort Worth<\/p>\n Admission: Free<\/a><\/p>\n Drink your favorite beer at \u2018Michelada Festival\u2019\u00a0<\/p>\n Taste different michelada recipes to find out which is the best. A michelada is a Mexican cocktail that mixes beer with lime, sauce and spices. A winner will be announced at 7 p.m.<\/p>\n When: Noon-8 p.m. Oct. 11<\/p>\n Where: Main Street from Fort Worth Convention Center to Sundance Square<\/p>\n Admission: Free<\/a><\/p>\n Are we missing a Hispanic Heritage Month event?<\/p>\n If you have a Tarrant County celebration not listed here, email david.moreno@fortworthreport.org<\/a> with more information.<\/p>\n David Moreno is the arts and culture reporter for the Fort Worth Report.\u00a0<\/p>\n The Fort Worth Report\u2019s arts and culture coverage is supported in part by the Meta Alice Keith Bratten Foundation and the Virginia Hobbs Charitable Trust. At the Report, news decisions are made independently of our board members and financial supporters. 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