Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in Orlando with colorful events and festivities.
Updated Sept. 18, 2024
Hispanic Heritage Month returns to Orlando from Sept. 15 – Oct. 15, 2024, celebrating the rich culture and history of U.S. citizens hailing from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. Nearly 35% of Central Florida’s population identifies as Hispanic or Latino, and we’re highlighting some of the best ways to celebrate. From festive events and shows to specialty dining and more, get ready for a fiesta like no other. ¡Vamos!
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Hispanic Heritage Night: Orlando City SC vs. New England Revolution (Sept. 14, 2024)
Catch all the action of a spirited futbol — or as we call it, soccer — match right here in Orlando at Inter&Co Stadium. Major League Soccer’s Orlando City Soccer Club will kick the festivities off with a themed Hispanic Heritage Night featuring music, food, games and more fun surprises throughout the evening. Enjoy the celebración and cheer Orlando on to victory over New England Revolution.
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You can also catch Orlando City and the NWSL’s Orlando Pride in spirited matchups at Inter&Co Stadium throughout September and October.
Las Criadas del Hotel Meliá (Sept. 13 – 14 & 27 – 28, 2024)
Enjoy an immersive and experiential micro theater experience in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month at Meliá Orlando Celebration. Las Criadas del Hotel Meliá is a series of 15-minute plays featuring four immigrant housekeepers. You’ll follow the action as it moves from one hotel room to the next and enjoy delicious food and beverages along the way.
Fourth Annual Celebration of Latin American Arts & Culture (Sept. 14, 2024)
In downtown Orlando, the Orange County Regional History Center will host their annual Celebration of Latin Arts & Culture, included with museum admission. Stop by between 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. to enjoy live painting demonstrations, visual artists, family-friendly crafts and activities, and heritage performances from Mexico Lindo Folkloric Ballet, Flamenco Alborea, Isla Danza Venezuela and more.
Lake Nona Hispanic Heritage Festival (Sept. 14, 2024)
The party continues in Lake Nona, you can enjoy live music, cultural performances and entertainment at the Lake Nona Hispanic Heritage Festival. The event is hosted at Drive Shack Orlando and will also feature the flavors of seven different countries.
Fiesta Aquatica (Select Dates, Sept. 14 – Oct. 13, 2024)
Aquatica® Orlando will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with lively Latin beats, dancing and delicious treats available for purchase. Fiesta Aquatica is included with park admission on Saturdays and Sundays from Sept. 14 – Oct. 23.
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Mexican Danza: Honoring Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15, 2024)
Orange County Library System (OCLS) will host over 20 events honoring Hispanic Heritage Month, including Mexican Danza, a Mexican folkloric dance performance by México Danza Orlando. Stop by the downtown Orlando branch to enjoy traditional dances from the states of Jalisco, Sinaloa and Veracruz.
You’ll find even more fun from OCLS throughout September and October, including cooking classes, crafts, dance, music, art, trivia and more across 10 Central Florida branches. Find all the details on our events calendar.
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Hispanic Heritage Month at DISNEY SPRINGS (Sept. 15 – Oct. 15, 2024)
Walt Disney World® Resort invites you to celebrate Hispanic and Latin American cultures through enchanting entertainment, colorful creations and delicious culinary masterpieces, including special offerings at all four theme parks as well as at Disney Springs® and various resort hotels.
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Disney Springs will feature free live entertainment and murals from Hispanic and Latin American artist, plus opportunities to shop for specialty merchandise and enjoy limited-time dishes. Enjoy an all-you-care-to-eat dinner event showcasing the flavors of Spain at JALEO on Oct. 5, or try the Dulce de Leche Ganache Pop at The Ganachery, Guava and Cheese Mille-Feuille at Amorette’s Patisserie and Tripleta Burger at D-Luxe Burger for a quick and tasty bite. You can also pick up free mini Spain flags at JALEO on Oct. 12 in honor of National Spain Day, as well as a Paella Festival from Sept. 16 – 29.
Celebrating Hispanic Voices: An Evening of Spoken Word (Sept, 20, 2024)
Wordsmiths from Orlando’s Latin community will join Orlando’s Poet Laureate, Shawn Welcome, in a 90-minute interactive showcase on spoken word poetry. The free performance at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts concludes a weeklong spoken word residency with Welcome, with original performances honoring culture, self-identity, love, perseverance, and family.
Paradise Island Runway (Sept. 21, 2024)
Spot intricate pieces from talented Latin American artists during Paradise Island Runway, a fashion show hosted at Meliá Orlando Celebration in partnership with A La Carta Conceptos. Enjoy an exclusive afterparty following the show with a la carte offerings available for purchase.
Latin Jazz & Art Festival (Sept. 21, 2024)
20 minutes north of downtown Orlando, the city of Casselberry will host a free Latin Jazz & Art Festival headlined by trumpet sensation Arturo Sandoval. Arrive early to check out the Artista Siempre art exhibit at City Hall, which will feature paintings, sculptures, mixed media and more from the area’s top Latin visual artists.
Show-Stopping Acts at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts
See Emmy Award-winning acts, family-friendly shows and Latin Grammy-nominated musical fun from top performers at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts. Located in downtown Orlando’s City District, Hispanic Heritage Month highlights include:
- Sept. 22, 2024: Raices: The Inheritance in Our Veins — Merges Flamenco dance from Spain with native Latin American dances, creating a vibrant tapestry of colors, rhythms and traditions.
- Sept. 26, 2024: Benise: Fiesta! — Join “The Prince of Spanish Guitar” in an Emmy Award-winning adventure through Spanish Flamenco, Cuban Salsa, Brazilian Samba, Parisian Waltz, exotic drumming and more.
- Sept. 28, 2024: Capoeira Cultural Event & Batizado — Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Capoeira in this unique cultural experience that combines music, dance, martial arts and community.
- Oct. 4 – 6, 2024: La Casa de Bernarda Alba — Orlando Flamenco presents one of Western literature’s most provocative works, followed by a flamenco and Spanish dance performance by Flamenco del Sol.
- Oct. 18, 2024: Emmanuel: Known for his visionary music, videos and stage productions, Emmanuel will perform a generation-spanning lineup of Latin pop music.
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Concerts to Remember at Kia Center
Legendary Latin, Mexican and Colombian singers will perform at Kia Center during Hispanic Heritage Month and beyond, so save a seat and get ready to sing along. Kia Center is part of the Parramore District adjacent to downtown Orlando.
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- Sept. 21: Colombian singer and songwriter Silvestre Dangond
- Sept. 22: Mexican banda group Banda MS
- Oct. 4: Legendary musicians come together during Orlando Salsa Festival
- Nov. 1: Latin Grammy Award-winner Christian Nodal
Sunset at the Zoo: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage (Sept. 27, 2024)
Join the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens in Sanford for after-hours fun during Sunset at the Zoo. Explore the zoo and enjoy themed crafts and activities, live music, food trucks and more in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month.
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Hispanic Heritage Month Community Celebration (Oct. 5, 2024)
Join Orlando officials for a vibrant community celebration of Hispanic heritage and culture at the Orlando Museum of Art. The free event features music, live entertainment and Latin flavors.
More Live Music For Hispanic Heritage Month in Orlando
Rounding out our list of must-do's during Hispanic Heritage Month are performances at Orlando's acclaimed concert halls and live music venues.
- Oct. 8: El Cuarteto de Nos at House of Blues Orlando (part of Disney Springs® at Walt Disney World® Resort)
- Oct. 11: Alvaro Diaz at House of Blues Orlando
- Oct. 11: Luis Fonsi: 25 AÑOS TOUR at Hard Rock Cafe & Live Orlando
Hispanic Heritage Month Exhibits
Art of the Ancient Americas at Orlando Museum of Art (Ongoing)
Go back in time at the Orlando Museum of Art, where you can discover ancient artwork from the indigenous nations of North, Central and South America. The Art of the Ancient Americas collection features over 900 pieces symbolizing wealth, power, fertility and more important aspects of everyday life. The museum is also home to the most comprehensive collection of Mexican Chupícuaro figurines in the southeastern U.S.
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City of Orlando Hispanic Heritage Month Art Exhibit (Select Dates, Sept. 17 – Nov. 3, 2024)
The City of Orlando will host a Hispanic Heritage Month exhibit at downtown Orlando’s City Hall featuring pieces from local Hispanic visual artists. You can see the collection at no cost in the first floor Terrace Gallery weekdays from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Plus, enjoy an opening reception with hors d’oeuvres from 5 – 8 p.m. on September 17.
Pioneers of Change: Shaping the Future Together (Select Dates, Sept. 10 – Oct. 2024)
Discover Hispanic heritage through the eyes of local artists during the city’s annual Hispanic Heritage Month exhibit in downtown Orlando. This year’s gallery theme is Pioneers of Change, Shaping the Future Together, hosted by the Hispanic Heritage Network of Orange County. The collection will be displayed with complimentary admission at the Orange County Administration Building on select dates through October 31.
First Contact Exhibition at the Orange County Regional History Center (Ongoing)
This permanent exhibition in downtown Orlando explores the cultural influence of Spanish explorers, who were the first Europeans to arrive in Florida. See how they helped to shape the state, then delve into even more regional history via permanent exhibits on citrus groves, tourism, aviation, theme park history and more.
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¡Hola History! At the Osceola County Welcome Center & History Museum (Ongoing)
Created in partnership with the Osceola County Historical Society, the permanent ¡Hola History! Exhibit at the Osceola County Welcome Center & History Museum showcases the stories, achievements and impact of our Latin American community on Central Florida’s growth, from early settler days to modern times. It’s moments from Walt Disney World® Resort in the neighboring city of Kissimmee.
Restaurant Guide: Hispanic Heritage Month
From Mom & Pop shops to MICHELIN Guide restaurants with exotic flair, you won’t go hungry for places to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in Orlando. Here are some of our favorite spots to soak up Hispanic culture and flavors all year long.
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MICHELIN Guide Restaurants
Orlando is home to 58 MICHELIN Guide restaurants, including several with Hispanic and Latin influences. One-MICHELIN-Star options include Capa Steakhouse & Bar at Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort for Spanish-influenced cuisine with a view, and Papa Llama, a value-packed Peruvian eatery in Orlando’s Curry Ford West District. For Cuban food, try MICHELIN Bib Gourmand Otto’s High Dive. The neighborhood rum bar is co-owned by MICHELIN Exceptional Cocktails Award winner Justin Levaughn.
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Additional MICHELIN Recommended options include BACÁN at Lake Nona Wave Hotel, Toledo – Tapas, Steak & Seafood at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, and Black Rooster Taqueria in Orlando’s Mills 50 District.
Celebrity Chef-Owned Restaurants
Raise your glass at celebrity chef-owned restaurants, like José Andrés’ JALEO and Rick Bayless’ Frontera Cocina, both part of Disney Springs® at Walt Disney World. Mario Pagán’s Chayote Barrio Kitchen in Winter Park and Wendy Lopez’s Reyes Mezcaleria in downtown Orlando are two more great picks rooted in traditional regional flavors.
Map of Events & Exhibits
Use this map to track down celebratory events and exhibits throughout Hispanic Heritage Month.
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