The City of Irvine invites the community to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at the fifth annual Fiesta Latina en Irvine, Sunday, September 13, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Great Park.
This free, family-friendly festival brings together the sights, sounds, and tastes of Latin American culture with live music and dance, authentic cuisine, colorful art displays, and interactive cultural experiences. Guests of all ages can discover the rich traditions, history, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans while enjoying a lively day in the heart of Irvine.
From salsa rhythms to the beauty of traditional folk dances, Fiesta Latina en Irvine highlights the diverse spirit of Latino communities. Visitors can savor dishes from local food trucks, browse handcrafted goods by artisans, and take part in engaging activities such as cultural workshops, Lotería, a piñata party, exhibits that bring stories to life, and much more.
Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates the contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans, including those with indigenous roots and those with Spanish, Mexican, Caribbean, Central American, and South American roots. Enacted under federal law, the observance begins September 15 — the Independence Day anniversary for many Latin American countries — and ends October 15. It began as a weeklong observance in 1968 under President Lyndon B. Johnson and was expanded to a 30-day observance in 1988 by President Ronald Reagan.
The national theme for the 2026 Hispanic Heritage Month is “Unidos, Somos Más” (“Together, We Are More”).
The City of Irvine is committed to honoring traditional and culturally relevant events that reflect the City’s diverse and multicultural community. In addition to highlighting celebrations and religious holidays through its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion spotlight, the City hosts events like this, as well as the Mid-Autumn Festival September 25, and the Irvine Global Village Festival October 10.
For more information about Fiesta Latina en Irvine, please visit cityofirvine.gov/fiesta.
