🎉 Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Gunston! 🎉

Posted on September 22, 2025

Join us as we honor and celebrate the rich histories, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. Hispanic and Latino individuals have made lasting impacts through art, literature, music, science, politics, cuisine, and many other fields. Their stories are filled with resilience, creativity and leadership. It is our responsibility to ensure that those stories are seen, heard and valued.

New this year, APS is providing opportunities for the community to share video submissions about various heritage months, and a group of student interns are producing celebratory videos for each month. APS will also share these videos in our weekly newsletters.

Arlington Public Libraries are offering lots of fun activities to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. View the calendar HERE.

Click the links below to explore other ways you and your family can explore the culture and and contributions of the Hispanic and Latino Communities.

🌟 Hispanic Heritage Month – What It’s All About

Click HERE to access fun facts and learn more about the histories, cultures, and contributions of Americans whose ancestors come from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America.

🎈 Discover Together: Hispanic Heritage Month with PBS Parents

Looking for ways to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at home? PBS Parents has a fantastic collection of stories, videos, and activities made especially for families! Explore colorful children’s books, sing along with music, and try hands-on projects that bring culture and history alive.

Whether you’re learning about traditions, enjoying art and music together, or sparking conversations with children about identity and heritage—this is a great place to make memories and grow together as a family! 🎶📖🌍

2025 Arlington Festival Lationamericano

Every autumn, Arlington hosts Festival Latinoamericano—a vibrant, free event that brings together the sights, sounds, and flavors of Latin America right in our community. Expect live performances from talented artists, delicious food from local vendors, artisan booths, kids-activities, and more.

The festival is committed to showcasing Latin culture through art, music, dance, and food while supporting small businesses and local creators. It’s a fun and inclusive experience for people of all ages and backgrounds to celebrate Hispanic heritage, connect with community, and make memories.

🗓 When: October 3, 2025, 5–9 PM

📍 Where: Arlington Mill Community Center