{"id":440987,"date":"2026-09-19T11:30:19","date_gmt":"2026-09-19T11:30:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/440987\/"},"modified":"2026-09-19T11:30:19","modified_gmt":"2026-09-19T11:30:19","slug":"11-ways-to-celebrate-national-hispanic-heritage-month-in-san-antonio","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/440987\/","title":{"rendered":"11 ways to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month in San Antonio"},"content":{"rendered":"

San Antonio\u2019s deep Hispanic roots are always on display, but National Hispanic Heritage Month offers even more reasons to celebrate the people and traditions that helped shape the Alamo City. Running Sept. 15-Oct. 15, the monthlong observance brings a packed calendar of live music, dance, art exhibitions, films and cultural gatherings to venues across town. From mariachi and ballet folkl\u00f3rico to outdoor movies and community festivals, these events offer plenty of ways to experience the sights, sounds and stories of San Antonio\u2019s Hispanic heritage.<\/p>\n

\"\"Credit: Facebook \/ San Antonio River Walk<\/p>\n

Hispanic Heroes on the River Walk<\/p>\n

The River Walk has become a citywide gallery in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. The \u201cHispanic Heroes\u201d installation returns with six new portraits to commemorate local music legends. The project expands \u201cThe Sounds of San Anto,\u201d an oral history archive of the city\u2019s musical lineage. Free, Sept. 15-30, River Walk, (210) 227-4262, thesanantonioriverwalk.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"\"Credit: Courtesy Photo \/ Guadalupe Dance Co.<\/p>\n

Celebrando Tradiciones: Coraz\u00f3n y Ra\u00edz<\/p>\n

In honor of its 35th anniversary, the Guadalupe Dance Company is presenting \u201cCelebrando Tradiciones: Coraz\u00f3n y Ra\u00edz,\u201d a ballet folkl\u00f3rico performance. The two-night event, hosted at the Carver Community Cultural Center, blends traditional Mexican dress and choreography with live music and cultural storytelling. Tickets are available through the Caver box office or on Ticketmaster.\u00a0 Prices vary, 7:30 p.m., Friday-Saturday, Sept. 17-18, Carver Community Cultural Center, 226 N. Hackberry, (210) 207-7211, guadalupeculturalarts.org<\/a>. <\/p>\n

\"\"Credit: Warner Bros.<\/p>\n

Outdoor Family Film Series: La Bamba and Selena <\/p>\n

Mission Marquee Plaza will screen La Bamba on Friday, Sept. 17, and Selena on Sunday, Sept. 19, as part of the World Heritage Office\u2019s outdoor film series. The films celebrate two iconic Latinx musicians, \u201950s rocker Ritchie Valens and Tejano queen Selena Quintanilla.\u00a0Free, 7 p.m., Friday, Sept. 17 and Sunday, 19, Mission Marquee Plaza, 3100 Roosevelt Ave., (210) 207\u20112111, missionmarqueeplaza.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"\"Credit: Facebook \/ Asociacion de Charros San Antonio<\/p>\n

Diez y Seis Charreada<\/p>\n

The San Antonio Charro Association\u2019s annual \u201cDiez y Seis Charreada\u201d is an equestrian extravaganza featuring roping and riding \u2014\u00a0charro skills rooted in Mexican and Tex-Mex ranching culture. The charreada is one of the most historically significant traditions of the Fiestas Patrias, and is also a rare chance to see competitive charro teams in action.\u00a0$25 and free for children under 12, 3 p.m., Sept. 19, 6126 Padre Drive, (210) 627-1006, getcreativesanantonio.com<\/a>. <\/p>\n

\"\"Credit: Courtesy Photo \/ San Antonio Public Library<\/p>\n

From Argentine to American: A Progressive Dance Experience <\/p>\n

The San Antonio Public Library\u2019s \u201cProgressive Dance Experience\u201d runs Sept. 19-26 and explores Argentine and American dance traditions through a variety of workshops, demonstrations and community participation. The program rounds out SAPL\u2019s broader Hispanic Heritage Month lineup, which includes oral\u2011history workshops, music panels, movie screenings and literary events. Free, noon, Sept. 19-26, 600 Soledad St., (210) 207\u20112500, mysapl.org<\/a>. <\/p>\n

\"\"Credit: Courtesy Image \/ San Antonio Parks & Recreation Department<\/p>\n

San Antonio Parks & Recreation Hispanic Heritage Month Art Program <\/p>\n

The Parks & Recreation Department hosts is annual \u201cHispanic Heritage Art Program\u201d across participating community centers. Activities combine bilingual nature programming and workshops to educate children about Hispanic cultures, with each week centered on a culturally significant art form.\u00a0Free, times vary, Sept. 21-Oct. 16, Multiple community centers, (210) 207\u20113000, sa.gov\/parks<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"\"Credit: Courtesy Photo \/ Esperanza Peace & Justice Center<\/p>\n

MujerArtes 31st Anniversary Exhibit and Sale<\/p>\n

The Esperanza Peace & Justice Center\u2019s MujerArtes clay cooperative is celebrating its 31st anniversary with an exhibit and sale showcasing handmade works by Latina artists. The cooperative is a long-running space for cultural expression, community building and economic empowerment through traditional and contemporary clay practices. Free, 7-9 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 26, 922 San Pedro Ave., (210) 228\u20110201, esperanzacenter.org<\/a>. <\/p>\n

\"\"Credit: Facebook \/ Alejandro Meola<\/p>\n

Alejandro Meola at Market Square<\/p>\n

Argentine American guitarist and songwriter Alejandro Meola will perform two free sets at Market Square for San Antonio\u2019s Hispanic Heritage Month celebration. His music is a bilingual fusion of Latin music, rock, blues, folk and other world sounds. Meola will debut his new single \u201cViejo Tel\u00e9fono\u201d and revisit hit songs from his catalog, including \u201cLUX,\u201d \u201cLa Inmigraci\u00f3n,\u201d \u201cTiempos Dif\u00edciles\u201d and \u201cGente Rota.\u201d Free, 2 p.m. (Farmers Market Stage), 4 p.m. (Main Stage), Saturday, Oct. 3, 514 W. Commerce St., (210) 207\u20118600, alejandromeola.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"\"Credit: Facebook \/ La Villita Historic Arts Village<\/p>\n

Arneson River Theatre Mariachi Festival <\/p>\n

The Arneson River Theatre will host this year\u2019s Mariachi Festival, presented by LULAC Council 4947. The riverside stage will offer a dramatic setting for mariachi ensembles to perform a variety of traditional and contemporary works.\u00a0Free, 1 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 10, 418 Villita St., (210) 207-8600, getcreativesanantonio.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"\"Credit: Facebook \/ Avenida Guadalupe Association<\/p>\n

9th Annual Fiesta Alegria <\/p>\n

Avenida Guadalupe Association\u2019s \u201cFiesta Alegria\u201d brings community and culture together at the Plaza Guadalupe for the official closing event of San Antonio\u2019s Hispanic Heritage Month celebration. The free gathering will include performances by local artists, wrestling, vendors and family activities. Free, 5 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 10, 1327 Guadalupe St., (210) 271\u20113247, avenida.or<\/a>g. <\/p>\n

\"\"Credit: Facebook \/ Arts & Culture, City of San Antonio<\/p>\n

\u201cMercado\/Material\u201d Opening Reception<\/p>\n

Centro de Artes is celebrating its 10th anniversary with \u201cMercado\/Material,\u201d an exhibition featuring Latinx material culture and contemporary art. The opening reception includes curator remarks, artist meet\u2011and\u2011greets and extended gallery hours. Free, 6 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 15, 101 S. Santa Rosa Ave., (210) 207\u20111436, saarts.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"San Antonio\u2019s deep Hispanic roots are always on display, but National Hispanic Heritage Month offers even more reasons…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":440988,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[8],"tags":[5348,145809,82,23284,1629,84,906,83,907,1630,5657],"class_list":["post-440987","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-san-antonio","tag-mariachi","tag-national-hispanic-heritage-month","tag-san-antonio","tag-san-antonio-arts","tag-san-antonio-events","tag-san-antonio-headlines","tag-san-antonio-music","tag-san-antonio-news","tag-slideshow-gallery","tag-things-to-do-in-san-antonio","tag-visual-art"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/440987","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=440987"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/440987\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/440988"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=440987"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=440987"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=440987"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}