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The City of North Las Vegas held its fifth annual Hispanic Heritage Month Kickoff Celebration at Liberty Park, honoring the contributions of the Hispanic community. The event featured cultural performances, food vendors, and a ceremonial reenactment of ‘El Grito de Dolores,’ alongside a parade celebrating various Hispanic nations. With strong community participation and local leaders in attendance, the festival reinforced the importance of cultural heritage and unity within the vibrant Latino community.
North Las Vegas – The City of North Las Vegas celebrated its fifth annual Hispanic Heritage Month Kickoff Celebration on Sunday, a vibrant event designed to honor the histories, traditions, and contributions of the Hispanic and Latino communities in Southern Nevada. Held at Liberty Park, located outside North Las Vegas City Hall, the festival attracted hundreds of attendees who embraced the spirit of cultural pride and unity.
The Hispanic Heritage Month celebration, which runs from September 15 to October 15, highlights the significant contributions of Americans with Spanish, Mexican, Caribbean, Central, and South American ancestry. This year’s festivities aimed to bring families together for a day filled with joy, cultural appreciation, and community solidarity.
The event was free and family-friendly, featuring a diverse lineup of activities that included cultural performances, food vendors, and live music. A standout moment was the ceremonial reenactment of “El Grito de Dolores,” the battle cry of the Mexican War of Independence from Spain, led by Mexican Consul General Patricia Cortes Guadarrama. The musical portion of the celebration was headlined by local band Conjunto Brio Norteño, which energized the crowd with traditional sounds.
Among the notable attendees were North Las Vegas Mayor Pamela Goynes-Brown, Councilman Isaac Barron, and Councilwoman Ruth Garcia-Anderson. Councilman Barron took the opportunity to read a proclamation honoring Hispanic Heritage Month during the festivities, underscoring the city’s recognition of the Hispanic community’s role in shaping local history and culture.
The kickoff event included a colorful “parade of nations,” showcasing mariachi bands and traditional dancers performing in front of City Hall. Flag displays representing various Hispanic nations, including Mexico and several Central and South American countries alongside the American flag, added to the event’s celebratory atmosphere. Many attendees wore outfits reflecting their cultural heritage, from soccer jerseys to Indigenous garments.
Despite toasty weather, attendees sought refuge under trees, umbrellas, and tents, enjoying festive food stands that featured long lines and offerings from local vendors. A unique aspect of the event was the presence of a local car club displaying lowriders, further enriching the cultural experience of the day. The Avila family was among the many present, with mother Carolina Avila serving as president of the Chilean American Association in Las Vegas and exemplifying community involvement.
Additionally, attendees like Ana Gonzalez and her daughter dressed up as iconic Mexican actors Pedro Infante and Cantinflas, representing the local chapter of “Las Doñas.” Gonzalez remarked on the significance of the event in preserving traditions and educating future generations about their cultural heritage.
Historically, the festivities coincide with the anniversary of the “Cry of Dolores” on September 16, 1810, marking a pivotal moment in Mexican history. The Hispanic community constitutes about 40 percent of North Las Vegas’s population, reflecting their substantial contributions to the region’s socio-economic landscape. The celebration serves not only as a festive gathering but also as an opportunity for local families to reflect on their shared history and the influence of Hispanic and Latino heritage on the future of the area.
The Hispanic Heritage Month Kickoff Celebration continues to be a tradition that fosters pride and community spirit among Hispanic families in North Las Vegas, acknowledging their rich cultural backgrounds and the important roles they play in the local community.
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