Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 – October 15) is a joyful time to celebrate the rich cultures, traditions and contributions of Hispanic and Latine communities. For families with kids, it's a wonderful opportunity to explore vibrant music, delicious foods, meaningful stories and inspiring history together!
In this post, you'll find fun and easy ways to celebrate at home, local events in the Denver area perfect for families and a handpicked book lists full of stories by and about Hispanic voices. Whether you're looking to learn about something new, try new recipes or cuddle up with a good book, there’s something here for every family to enjoy.
Let’s celebrate, learn and grow together!
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at home
There are endless ways to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at home. You could dance to lively rhythms like salsa, bachata, tango, cumbia, reggaeton or merengue. You could play a game of chance called lotería. Here are a few more suggestions:
Cook a meal inspired by one of the countries of Latinoamérica
- Pupusas (El Salvador): A staple of Salvadoran cuisine, pupusas, opens a new window are thick corn tortillas stuffed with savory fillings such as cheese, beans, or meats. They're traditionally served with curtido, a zesty cabbage slaw that adds the perfect tangy contrast.
- Tacos (Mexico): A beloved dish by many, tacos consist of a corn or flour tortilla filled with a variety of ingredients. Often enhanced with sauces, condiments and flavorful toppings, tacos are one of the most iconic and versatile staples of traditional Mexican cuisine. The Traveling Taco
- Ropa Vieja (Cuba): One of Cuba’s most iconic dishes, ropa vieja, opens a new window features tender shredded beef simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce with onions, bell peppers and a signature blend of spices. It's commonly paired with rice and black beans for a hearty meal.
- Baleadas (Honduras): A beloved Honduran street food, baleadas are soft flour tortillas folded around refried beans and cheese, often topped with extras like avocado, sour cream and meats. Simple yet satisfying, they’re a go-to comfort food.
Decorate your home with papel picado:
Get ready to have some fun with papel picado—a traditional Mexican folk art that’s bright, beautiful, and super fun to make! Papel picado means “perforated paper,” and it’s made by cutting cool designs into colorful tissue paper. You’ll often see these pretty paper banners hanging during celebrations and festivals across Latin America.
Similar to paper snowflakes, but with even more color and creativity, just grab some tissue or craft paper in your favorite colors and a pair of scissors. Fold, snip, and unfold to reveal your own lacy masterpiece!
It’s the perfect hands-on activity to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month—and to brighten up your home with some homemade decorations!
Explore events in the Denver area:
- Visit the Museo de las Americas, opens a new window, the premier museum sharing Latin American art in the Rockies.
- Explore the Yo Soy, opens a new window exhibition at the Denver Botanic Gardens, a vibrant cultural experience that celebrates heritage through art, storytelling, and community engagement.
- Attend one of the Hispanic Heritage Month events hosted by Arapahoe Libraries.
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