National Hispanic Heritage Month runs each year from September 15 to October 15, celebrating the histories, cultures, and contributions of Americans whose ancestors are from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. Here are some fun events happening around Denver to celebrate this meaningful month!

Library Events

Your local library is a great place to check out for fun events, crafts, and presentations centered around Hispanic Heritage Month

History Colorado Center

Throughout September, History Colorado will be hosting new exhibits and events that celebrate Hispanic heritage. Check their website for up-to-date info about these events.

Yo Soy Mariposas Sin Fronteras

Sept. 13–Oct. 15, Botanic Gardens, Denver

To celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, the York Street Botanic Gardens location will feature a large-scale paper-mâché butterfly exhibition. 

Celebración de inicio del Mes de la Herencia Hispana

Sept. 17, 1:30–4pm, Anythink Commerce City

Enjoy live entertainment, face painting, crafts, games, and delicious food at this FREE Hispanic Heritage Month kick-off celebration.

ConnectArte: Artist Discussion – Creativity, Culture, and Career

Sept. 17, 6–8pm, Museo de las Americas, Denver

A free-to-attend, curator-led conversation featuring an artist discussion focused on the relationship between their work and their culture.

Latin Beats: Sonidos de las Américas

Sept. 25, 7pm, Boettcher Concert Hall, Denver. 

A free concert to celebrate Latin culture’s influence on sound in the Americas.