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Hispanic Heritage Month begins Monday and runs through Oct. 15 and Boston is ready to celebrate. Strap on your dancing shoes and prepare to salsa, merengue and bachata the month away.
Salsa at Sunset | Salsa al Atardecer
When: Thursday, Sept. 11
Where: Plaza Betances, 100 West Dedham St., South End
Cost: Free
Info: Get an early start celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with this free, outdoor salsa concert featuring Javier Timbal Y Su Combo.
Embrace Massó “¡Con Salsa!” International Music Festival
When: Saturday, Sept. 13
Where: Boston Common, 139 Tremont St.
Cost: Free
Info: Join beloved community leader and the longtime host of WBUR’s “¡Con Salsa” Jose Massó III for an all-day celebration of music, culture, dancing and social justice.
Latinx Heritage Night at the MFA
When: Thursday, Sept. 18
Where: Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, 465 Huntington Ave.
Cost: $5
Info: Create Puerto Rican beaded bracelets and Ex-votos paintings in art-making workshops, jam out to live music, take museum tours in English or Spanish, watch vibrant dance performances and more during this celebration. Plus, enjoy discounted $5 admission.
Hispanic Heritage Month Mixer
When: Saturday, Sept. 20
Where: The Tall Ship, 1 East Pier Dr., East Boston
Cost: $20
Info: Enjoy community, connection and cocktails at this event hosted by the Association for Latino Professionals in America. Take in unparalleled views of Boston at this mixer while networking with like-minded individuals.
Comunidad, Cultura, Conexión | A Self-Care Sunday
When: Sunday, Sept. 21
Where: La Hacienda, 432 Broadway, Everett
Cost: Free
Info: Choose a type of movement that works for you (biking, running, walking) and experience it in community with others. Then, gather for food and refreshments at La Hacienda.
Sangre Dulce: A Latine Drag Show
When: Wednesday, Sept. 24
Where: Jacque’s Cabaret, 79 Broadway St., Boston
Cost: $17.85
Info: Celebrate the month with this fabulous drag show featuring all Latine performers, including López la López, Tito Midnight, Papi Chupa Chulo and more, hosted by MT Hart.
CineFest Latino Boston
When: Wednesday, Sept. 24 to Sunday, Sept. 28
Where: Venues around Boston
Cost: $15+
Info: This annual film fest showcases Latino- made and focused films running the gamut from documentary and narrative screenings to short films and filmmaker Q&As. On Sept. 18 the festival will host a free community screening of short films in East Boston.
5th Annual Salsa & Bachata Glow Party
When: Saturday, Sept. 27
Where: Dante Alighieri Society of Massachusetts, 41 Hampshire St., Cambridge
Cost: $20
Info: Start things off with beginner-friendly bachata lessons and then dance the night away to salsa, bachata and merengue beats by DJ Ninrod. Free glow-in-the-dark accessories and a photo booth are the cherries on top of the party.
Fiesta en la Plaza
When: Sunday, Sept. 28 and Sunday, Oct. 12
Where: Boston City Hall Plaza
Cost: Free
Info: This family-friendly celebration spans two days during Hispanic Heritage Month. On Sept. 28, enjoy live music and flamenco and salsa dance performances. On Oct. 12 there will be a special screening of “Género: Salsa,” a discussion with the artists involved and a community salsa party.
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