City of North Las Vegas Kicks Off Hispanic Heritage Month with Community Celebration at City Hall’s Liberty Park

The City of North Las Vegas will launch Hispanic Heritage Month with its Fifth Annual Kickoff Celebration at Liberty Park outside North Las Vegas City Hall on Sunday, Sept. 14, from 1-9 p.m.

The event will feature a commemoration of El Grito de Dolores, the battle cry of the Mexican War of Independence from Spain, led by Mexican Consul General Patricia Cortes Guadarrama. Attendees can also enjoy cultural performances, family-friendly activities, food and live music headlined by Conjunto Brio Norteño.

“Hispanic Heritage Month is a celebration of family, culture and unity,” said North Las Vegas Mayor Pamela Goynes-Brown. “It’s a time to reflect on the rich traditions that shape our community and to honor the generations who have built such a strong foundation for our city’s future.”

Run of Show:

• 1 to 2:30 p.m.: Parade of Nations

• 2:45 to 3 p.m.: Hispanic Heritage Month Proclamation

• 3 to 4 p.m.: Individual and Group Performances

• 4 to 4:30 p.m.: Community Awards

• 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.: Local bands

• 6:30 to 7 p.m.: El Grito de Dolores ceremony

• 7 to 8 p.m.: Local Band Performance 

• 8 to 9 p.m.: Headliner, Conjunto Brio Norteño

"Our city is shaped by the stories, dreams and hard work of families from every background and Hispanic Heritage Month is a special time to honor that legacy,” said Councilman Isaac Barron. “It’s about coming together as neighbors, sharing our pride and celebrating the spirit of community.”

The kickoff is just one highlight of a month-long series of events celebrating Hispanic and Latino culture across North Las Vegas:

• Saturday, Sept. 6 | 1-4 p.m. – Salsa Splash, Pettiti Pool
  Music, water games, and a food vendor in a fun poolside celebration.

• Sunday, Sept. 14 | 2-9 p.m. – Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration, Liberty Park
  Kickoff event with live entertainment, cultural performances, vendors, food trucks, and family activities.

• Sept. 15-Oct. 15 | 24 hours/day – StoryWalk®: Adela’s Mariachi Band, Aliante Nature Discovery Park, Bilingual outdoor story experience celebrating mariachi traditions.

• Tuesday, Sept. 16 | 4-5 p.m. – Hands-on Heritage: Teen Piñatas, City Hall Library (Ages 11-17)

• Tuesday, Sept. 16 | 5:30-6 p.m. – Reading Together Family Storytime, City Hall Library (Ages 0–10)

• Wednesday, Sept. 17 | 12-12:30 p.m. – Moving n’ Grooving, City Hall Library (Ages 3-5)

• Wednesday, Sept. 17 | 4-5 p.m. – Hands-on Heritage: Teen Piñatas, Alexander Library (Ages 11-17)

• Thursday, Sept. 18 | 4-5 p.m. – Arpillera Workshop, Aliante Library (Ages 5-11)

• Saturday, Sept. 20 | 12-3 p.m. – Unidos Hispanic Heritage Celebration, Neighborhood Recreation Center

• Monday, Sept. 22 | 5:30-6:30 p.m. – Get a Clue, City Hall Library (Ages 6-11)

• Wednesday, Sept. 24 | 6-7 p.m. – Intro to Spanish with Mango Languages, Aliante Library (Ages 16+)

• Thursday, Sept. 25 | 4:30-5:30 p.m. – Lego Piñatas, Alexander Library (Ages 8+, Registration Required)

• Saturday, Sept. 27 | 12-3 p.m. – Fiesta y Sabor – A Day of Culture and Celebration, Silver Mesa Recreation Center

• Monday, Sept. 29 | 5:30-6:30 p.m. – Hispanic Heritage Talavera Tiles, City Hall Library (Ages 3+)

• Thursday, Oct. 2 | 5-6 p.m. – Lotería Night, City Hall Library (Ages 4+)

• Thursday, Oct. 9 | 4-5 p.m. – Frida Kahlo Wallets, Aliante Library (Ages 12-17)

• Wednesday, Oct. 15 | 4-5 p.m. – Day of the Dead: Sugar Skulls, Alexander Library (Ages 5-12)

• Thursday, Oct. 30 | 5-6 p.m. – Day of the Dead: Sugar Skulls, City Hall Library (Ages 5-12)

“Hispanic Heritage Month reminds us how much stronger we are when we celebrate each other’s cultures,” said Councilwoman Ruth Garcia-Anderson. “It’s about joy, connection and honoring the traditions that make North Las Vegas an incredible place to live.”

All events are open to the public and free of charge. For more details about Hispanic Heritage Month events, visit cityofnorthlasvegas.com/hispanicheritage.

About Hispanic Heritage Month
National Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated from September 15 to October 15, recognizes the histories, cultures, and contributions of Americans whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. The month-long celebration provides an opportunity to recognize and reflect on the significant impact of Hispanic and Latino heritage in shaping our shared history and future.