Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with these events around Atlanta | List

ATLANTA — Hispanic Heritage Month celebrated from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, is a special time to honor the rich cultures, histories and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans.

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ATLANTA — Hispanic Heritage Month celebrated from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, is a special time to honor the rich cultures, histories and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans. It's a month to celebrate the diversity and vibrancy that the Latin American community brings to the U.S.

This year in Metro Atlanta, there are plenty of fun and engaging events where you can experience the food, music, art, and traditions that make this heritage so unique. From lively festivals to cultural performances, here's a list of exciting events happening around the city to help you celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month!

Catch a movie at an AMC theater!

Date and location: Sept. 13 through Oct. 11 at AMC Theatres across the U.S.

Description: AMC is showing select Spanish-language films at 25 locations to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month.

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Check out a Latinx Art Exhibition

Date and location: Sept. 20 through Oct. 20 at Decatur Arts Alliance Gallery, 113 Clairemont Ave, Decatur, GA

Description: The Decatur Arts Alliance presents the 4th annual Placita Latina exhibition, “reflections: reflexiones.” This juried exhibition celebrates the rich and diverse heritage of Latinx and Hispanic culture.

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Los Bravos Night

Date and location: Sept. 25 at 7:20 p.m. at Truist Park, 755 Battery Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30339

Description: Celebrate by highlighting the impact of the Hispanic and Latino community in Braves Country.

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Georgia Latino International Film Festival

Date and location: Sept. 26 through Sept. 29 at Gas South Convention Center and other venues

Description: Support the work of numerous Latino artists and films in this Latino-curated festival with over 30 screenings of independent, international, animated, documentary, virtual reality, music videos, and short films from around the world.

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Alma Mexicana Atlanta

Date and location: Sept. 28 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Gwinnett County Public Library - Lilburn Branch

Description: Experience the magic of traditional Mexican Folk dances and learn about the folkloric dances and traditions of Mexican culture.

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Hispanic Heritage Festival of Peachtree City

Date and location: Oct. 5 from 3 to 9 p.m. at Drake Field, 155 Willowbend Road

Description: A free community event hosted by the nonprofit Latino Alliance of South Atlanta in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. Enjoy unique, continuous entertainment that includes Hispanic music and dance performances.

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8th Annual Conyers Latin Festival

Date and location: Oct. 6 from 12 to 6 p.m. at 901 Railroad Street, Conyers, GA

Description: Celebrate the histories, cultures, and contributions of American citizens with ancestors from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America.

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Oye! Fest

Date and location: Oct. 6 from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Historic Fourth Ward Park, 680 Dallas St NE, Atlanta, GA 30308

Description: Atlanta’s Latin arts and music fest returns with captivating performances, delicious Latin cuisine, vibrant art installations, and engaging cultural activities for attendees of all ages.

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2024 Hispanic Heritage Month Luncheon

Date and location: Oct. 11 from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Crowne Plaza Atlanta NE – Norcross, 6050 Peachtree Industrial Blvd

Description: An annual luncheon hosted by Atlanta nonprofit GALEO.

October 10, 2024

Story attribution: Dajhea Jones
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