Hispanic Heritage Month 2022 in San Antonio – Top Events & Activities
If you search Google for National Hispanic Heritage Month, your screen will be filled with streamers of the many Latinx cultures will fill your screen. While it’s known as Hispanic Heritage Month, the term Latinx Heritage Month can also be used for more inclusion.
San Antonio has some of the largest Hispanic heritage in a single city. So of course, there are plenty of Hispanic Heritage Month activities and events to partake in!
What is National Hispanic Heritage Month?
National Hispanic Heritage Month is a month where histories, cultures, and works of Latino or Latinx heritage are celebrated and recognized. These types of celebration and recognition happen with community events or eating Hispanic foods.
When is Hispanic Heritage Month 2022?
This year National Hispanic Heritage Month runs from 15 September to 15 October 2022. During this period, you can expect Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations locally and nationally.
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Hispanic Heritage Month 2022 In San Antonio – Best Events & Activities
The following Hispanic Heritage Month activities are spread throughout!
Outdoor Movie Series – La Bamba 35th Anniversary
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It’s THROWBACK THURSDAY at Mission Marquee Plaza! Join us for our Hispanic Heritage Month celebration. This season, enjoy FREE movies brought to you by the City of San Antonio World Heritage Office! Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, snacks and picnics for an unforgettable outdoor experience. Or, purchase snacks from our onsite food trucks.
Venue opens at 7 p.m. and movie begins approximately 15 minutes after dusk. Pets are welcome and parking is available onsite.
When: Thursday, September 15 | 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Where: Mission Marquee Plaza, 3100 Roosevelt Ave., San Antonio, TX 78214
How Much: Free
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration Bandera Market
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Join us on 9/16 4-8PM for our Hispanic Heritage Celebration. We will have LAMA San Antonio (The Latin American Motorcycle Association) join us with their amazing motorcycles on display. We will also have a dance line up of Latin American Dances from around the world. Dance schedule will be announced as event gets closer.
When: Friday, September 16 | 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Where: Bandera Market, 11851 Bandera Road Helotes, TX 78023
How much: Free
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration in International School of San Antonio
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ISSA invites you to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at our school! Children will participate in story times, arts, crafts and cooking activities representing Hispanic culture. More details are coming soon! Admission is free for ISSA students and $7 for any other child who wishes to attend. RSVP is required!
When: Saturday, October 8 | 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Where: ISSA, 6739 Callaghan Rd, San Antonio, TX 78229
How Much: $7
Deal Alert: Save Big on San Antonio Area Attractions with POGO Pass
The Standard South Central Texas Pogo Pass (San Antonio/Austin/Waco) provides admissions to 35 different entertainment venues in the San Antonio, Austin and Waco area.
Perfect for families, the Pogo Pass gives both adult and child pass-holders 50+ visits to some of the best things to do that San Antonio, Austin and Waco have to offer. The Pogo Pass nearly pays for itself with a visit to one or two venues alone!!!
Pass Features the following Attractions in San Antonio
- One visit to the San Antonio Zoo
- One visit to the Witte Museum
- One visit to the Buckhorn Museum
- One visit to Wonder World Park
- One visit to the San Antonio Aquarium
- One visit to Rush Fun Park
- Six tickets to the University of Texas – San Antonio athletic events (multiple sports)
- Two visits to Pump It Up
- Two visits to Monster Mini Golf & Laser Tag for a round of Mini Golf
Check out the POGO pass and SAVE Big on San Antonio Attractions!
Hispanic Heritage Month 2022 In San Antonio – Continued
Tejanos at the Alamo
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In conjunction with Hispanic Heritage Month, the Alamo will be celebrating Tejanos connected with the site’s history. This event will feature local cultural organizations, descendants, living history, and more. From early San Antonio settlers to 1836 Alamo Defenders and non-combatants to Juan Seguin to Adina De Zavala and more, Tejanos at the Alamo will highlight the many important Tejano figures who have made an impact on the Alamo and the larger San Antonio community.
When: Saturday, September 17 | 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Where: The Alamo, 300 Alamo Plaza San Antonio, TX 78205
How Much: Free
Outdoor Movie Series: In the Heights
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Join in for a Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration! This season, enjoy FREE movies brought to you by the City of San Antonio World Heritage Office! Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, snacks and picnics for an unforgettable outdoor experience. Or, purchase snacks from our onsite food trucks.
Venue opens at 7 p.m. and movie begins approximately 15 minutes after dusk. Pets are welcome and parking is available onsite.
When: Saturday, September 17 | 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Where: Mission Marquee Plaza, 3100 Roosevelt Ave., San Antonio, TX 78214
How Much: Free
Un Nuevo Capítulo – An American Novela
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Aria Creative Productions is proud to present Un Nuevo Capítulo: An American Novela, a full-length comedic play written by Patricia Zamora and directed by Jade Esteban Estrada. The play will be presented September 15-25, 2022 at Black Potion San Antonio. Opening night will be the first day of Hispanic Heritage Month. Performances are Thursdays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 3:00 p.m.
When: Thursday, September 15 | 7:30 pm
Where: Aria Creative Productions, 1900 Fredericksburg Road, Ste. 101, San Antonio, Texas 78201
How Much: Free
Save Big at Sea World San Antonio
What: One Single-Day Ticket to SeaWorld San Antonio: Valid Through 01/03/2023. Attractions include roller coasters, up-close sea life interactions, and world-class shows at one San Antonio’s largest amusement parks.
Where: Sea World San Antonio – 10500 Sea World Dr, San Antonio, TX 78251
How Much: Up to 18% discount on admission at Sea World and Aquatica, San Antonio
Hispanic Heritage Month 2022 In San Antonio – Continued
Viva Dieciséis at Pearl
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Pearl is kicking off Hispanic Heritage Month with a night full of music. Viva Dieciséis at Pearl is a free event celebrating Mexican Independence Day, and will feature loteria games + prizes, a grito contest, performances from Mariachi talent throughout Pearl’s property, and more.
When: Friday, September 16 | 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Where:
How Much: Free
Celebrar Unidos
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Celebrar Unidos is a celebration presented by Magik Theatre and the AM Project, aimed at bringing our community together in support of Hispanic Heritage Month at Estancia del Nortel Hotel. We will have a DJ featuring all your favorite latin music, a live presentation from Magik Theatre’s production Selena Maria Sings, and Latino-inspired foods and drinks. Join for fun times to Celebrar Unidos!
When: Friday, September 16 | 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Where: Magik Theatre, 420 S Alamo St, San Antonio, TX 78205
How Much: $15 adult and $5 child (Ages 6-17)
El Grito Weekend in Market Square
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The Official Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Enjoy Live Music, Folklorico Dance Performances, Mariachi, Working Artist, Food Booths Sponsored by La Familia Cortez Restaurants.
When: Saturday, September 17 | 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Where: Market Square, 514 W Commerce San Antonio, TX 78207
How Much: Free
Fiestas Patrias 2022 featuring David Marez at Traders Village
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Join in for a **FREE** Fiestas Patrias concert sponsored by TELEMUNDO 60 KVDA | San Antonio!!!
Contrary to popular belief outside of Mexico, Cinco de Mayo isn’t the day on which the Mexican people celebrate their independence. While May 5 commemorates an important battle victory, the real independence day occurs on September 16. So join us to celebrate with a FREE concert just a few days later!!
Come join this Sunday, September 18th under the Brown Expo for an Sunday Funday full of amazing entertainment.
FEATURING:
11:30 am – 1:00 pm = Bandura
1:30 pm – 3:00 pm = La Calma
3:30 pm – 5:00 pm = David Marez
**Sound produced by Smiley Productions
When: Sunday, September 18 | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Where: Traders Village San Antonio, 9333 SW Loop 410, San Antonio, TX 78242
How Much: Admission to the concert is FREE | Parking is ONLY $5 per vehicle
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