Las Vegas is a city of vibrant cultures, flavors, and voices, and during Hispanic Heritage Month, Sept. 15-Oct. 15, the destination shines even brighter. From dazzling culinary showcases and inspiring art installations to legendary live music and new marquee attractions, visitors can celebrate the spirit of Hispanic heritage while experiencing the excitement only Vegas can deliver.
Cultural moments
Kick off your celebration with a stroll through the Grand Canal Shoppes inside The Venetian Resort, where brilliant papel picado folk art hangs overhead through Sept. 30, perfect for a colorful photo backdrop. Then head to Fashion Show Las Vegas, where Chicago artist Matthew Hoffman’s three-dimensional interactive artwork invites guests to share affirmations and personal stories on papel picado-inspired tags. These notes are displayed together as a vibrant tapestry that honors the diversity of Hispanic cultures, on view through Oct. 15. Fashion Show is also home to the immersive art exhibit Colors of Mexico, which features seven rooms to learn and explore Mexican culture, along with a restaurant and bar serving dishes from the different regions of Mexico.
Flavors of heritage
Las Vegas is home to some of the best Mexican dining in the country, making it easy to celebrate through flavor. Standouts include Amaya Modern Mexican at The Cosmopolitan, Casa Playa at Wynn, and Cañonita at The Venetian, each serving innovative coastal cuisine alongside handcrafted cocktails. Off-Strip, Milpa by Chef DJ Flores blends wholesome, modern fare with authentic Mexican roots, while El Segundo Sol at Fashion Show Las Vegas transports guests with a Tulum-inspired setting and a menu boasting more than 100 tequilas. At VIVA! inside Resorts World, Chef Ray Garcia delivers vibrant Mexican-American plates designed for sharing.
Live music
The sounds of Latin music reverberate across the city throughout the month. Legendary guitarist Carlos Santana returns to House of Blues Sept. 21-28. Beloved singer Pedro Fernández takes the stage at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas on Oct. 3, followed by Clave Especial on Oct. 9. The month crescendos with Los Horóscopos de Durango on Oct. 11 at Virgin Hotels and Marca MP on Oct. 11 at Fontainebleau, delivering unforgettable performances for fans of every genre.
What’s new in Vegas
Vegas itineraries are as diverse as the city itself, allowing visitors to celebrate Hispanic heritage while exploring the destination’s newest highlights. Take in the cinematic Wizard of Oz at Sphere, indulge in a once-in-a-lifetime culinary experience at Revelry at Wynn, embrace the immersive thrills of Universal Horror Unleashed at AREA15, or sing along with Alanis Morissette as she begins her residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace on Oct. 15.
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