Latinx Heritage Month is a special time to celebrate and recognize the rich contributions and achievements of Latinx Americans, both historically and in the present day. Los Angeles, with its vibrant Latinx community, is a testament to this profound influence.
From delectable desserts and diverse restaurants to exciting cultural events, there are countless ways to honor Latinx heritage and our fellow Angelenos from September 15 to October 15, 2025, and beyond. Check them out below and stay tuned for more event updates throughout the month!
1. Grab yourself a cup of culture at Cipota Coffee
In honor of the first day of Hispanic Heritage Month — we are so excited to introduce you to Cipota Coffee! This Salvadoran and woman-owned business is near and dear to the heart of its creator, inspired by the warmth and love of Central American coffee shared with her by her roots and Salvadoran parents. Each sip is a delicious dose of culture and nostalgia that will surely warm your soul. Check out Cipota Coffee here!
2. Celebrate and visit the incredible Museum Of Latin American Art for free
Located in Long Beach, MOLAA is the only museum in the U.S. dedicated to featuring and highlighting both modern and contemporary Latin American art. While general admission is typically $15, the museum is totally free to the public on Sundays from 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Get the full scoop here.
📍Location: 628 Alamitos Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90802
3. Spread the love and grab yourself a heart-shaped pupusa from La Pupusa in DTLA
This Salvadoran pupusa is made with love and it shows! La Pupusa Urban Eatery in Downtown LA serves “authentic Salvadorean delights with a Los Angeles twist.” They offer this 18-inch beauty, and it can be filled with ingredients of your choice. It’s the perfect size to share, but we wouldn’t blame you if you kept it all to yourself. Check them out here!
📍Location: 1051 W Washington Blvd G, Los Angeles, CA 90015
4. Honor the past and inspire the future at LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes
5. Enjoy some delicious (vegan) Cuban food
Evanice is a Cuban-Brazilian American who started Senoreata as a way to connect with her roots even through her veganism. Inspired by her family, her food is made with love, and every bite is a taste of her culture. She offers local pickup – that way you can have her delicious Cuban sandwiches and guava pastelitos every week if you wanted. Check it out here!
📍Location: Various locations around Los Angeles
6. Dine at the historic Honduran Doña Bibi restaurant in MacArthur Park
Doña Bibi is a locally loved spot in the heart of MacArthur Park that’s been serving up Honduran food since 1997. Honduran immigrant, traditional cook, and Latinx activist Doña Bibi opened up this place over 20 years ago, and now Maynor Sandoval upholds her legacy. Local favorites include Doña Bibi’s Sopa De Caracol, a warm pot full of conch, shrimp, yucca, and vegetables, along with their Pescado Lago De Yojoa which is a freshly whole fried fish along with a side of fried green bananas and a bed of cabbage. You’ll surely leave this place full and satisfied! Get their full menu here.
📍Location: 2400 W 7th St #101, Los Angeles, CA 90057
7. Catch a powerful show at the iconic Latino Theater Company
The Latino Theater Company at The Los Angeles Theatre Center was founded in 1985 with the overall goal to contribute and amplify voices of underserved communities through the power of theater. Today, they continue to explore the U.S. Latina/o/x experience in bold and contemporary terms by working with local playwrights that speak to important issues within the Latina/o/x, First Nation, Black, Asian American, Jewish American and LGBTQ+ communities. Attend a show here!
8. Participate in cool community events all month long at Plantiitas
Plantiitas is a Latinx, immigrant, queer-owned plant shop that thrives at creating safe spaces for community events. From queer paint nights and drag bingo to embroidery workshops and yoga and sound bath, Plantiitas has a calendar chock full of fun events all September long! Get more info here.
9. Grab a pint of this locally made Latinx-inspired Ice Cream from Sad Girl Creamery
Sue Mancini of Sad Girl Creamery knows the perfect way to heal your broken heart. She incorporates her culture and childhood to create the perfect ice cream treats that fill you with sweet nostalgia. You can pick up a pint of her Cajeta Latte, Guava Jam Cheesecake, Cinnamon Churro, Caramel Flan, or Vegan Peanut Mazapán ice cream at Smorgasburg LA every Sunday. Follow Sad Girl Creamery here!
📍Location: Sara’s Market, 3455 City Terrace Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90063
10. Start your morning off right with Cafe Calle
Nothing beats the warm smell of coffee in the morning. If you’re in need of some of that sweet caffeine aroma, along with an even better taste, Cafe Calle is the answer. They offer all of that goodness and more with every sip of their coffee. Diana Martinez started the business as a street vendor, and with love and dedication, she opened their first shop along with her mother last year. Follow them here!
📍Location: 3310 S Central Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90011
11. Celebrate cultures from México, Central America, South America, and beyond with the Aquarium Of Pacific
The Aquarium of the Pacific is throwing their 24th annual Baja Splash Cultural Festival in celebration of cultures from México, Central and South America, and beyond. The event features traditional dance, live music, educational programming in English and Spanish, and booths. Get the full details here!
🗓️When:
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Saturday, September 20, 2025
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Sunday, September 21, 2025
📍Location: 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802
12. Satisfy your cravings with Afro-Mexican cuisine at Tamales Elena y Antojito
Tamales Elena y Antojito is a proudly Afro-Latina-owned restaurant that offers traditional Mexican food packed with African ingredients that will leave you with bites full of flavor and culture. Their extensive menu is full of different types of tamales, tacos, moles, pozole, and so much more. Whatever it is you’re craving, they will surely satisfy it. Follow them here!
📍Location: FOOD TRUCK 🚚 on Wilmington Ave between 110th & 111th St
13. Celebrate at the Latino Heritage Parade and Festival in Pasadena
Join locals and the city of Pasadena for their annual Latino Heritage Parade and Festival on October 11, 2025 from 5:00 to 9:00 pm. Sadly the festival committee “has decided not to hold a parade this year, given the current issues impacting our beloved community. However, we will be moving forward with the festival, providing a much-needed opportunity to celebrate our culture and community.” Guests will enjoy a festival featuring live entertainment, educational booths, free activities for children, and food available for purchase.
🗓️When: October 11, 2025 from 5:00 to 9:00 pm
14. Take a bite into some authentic Puerto Rican food at Mofongos
Chef Augusto originally started cooking up dishes out of his own home, but after a long period of time, he realized Angelenos deserved to eat some authentic Puerto Rican food too. Thus, Mofongos was born. Today, it’s one of the best places in Los Angeles to dine and experience Puerto Rican culture. We highly recommend trying their juicy Mofongo de Bistec encebollado! Check them out here.
📍Location: 5757 Lankershim Blvd North Hollywood, CA 91601
15. Attend the Los Angeles Libros Festival online & in person
The incredible Los Angeles Libros Fest will offer a full day of celebration for all ages featuring Spanish-language and bilingual storytelling, cultural performances, workshops, and award-winning Latinx authors. On September 13, 2025, the festival will be taking place in person at Central Library in DTLA, with select programs streaming live on their YouTube. Check out the full festival schedule here!
🗓️When: September 13, 2025 from 10 am to 4 pm
16. Experience some fine dining at Cecilia’s Caribbean Cuisine
Cecilia’s Caribbean Cuisine is known for launching L.A.’s first fine dining experience for Caribbean food and culture with a contemporary flair. You can find an array of delicious dishes on their menu from their Original Jerk Rubbed Shrimp Plate to Fried Plantains, everything is made with a conscious mind, offering a variety for special dietary needs including vegan and halal options. Learn more about Cecilia’s Caribbean Cuisine here!
📍Location: 1403 West 11th Street, Los Angeles, CA
17. Visit the historic Olvera Street
Olvera Street is a local landmark known as one of DTLA’s oldest streets rich in history, and dates all the way back to 1930. Presently, it pays homage to its Mexican roots. Olvera Street offers its visitors local street vendors, cozy cafes, delicious Mexican restaurants, and wonderful gift shops for all to enjoy year-round. Learn more about its history here.
📍Location: 845 N Alameda St. Los Angeles, CA 90012
18. Try some freshly-made Latin American pastries from Huicho’s Baker
Found in the Pico-Union area, Huricho’s Bakery offers Angelenos authentic baked goods from El Salvador, Nicaragua, Guatemala, and México. Their goods include conchas, cuernitos, galletas, elotitos, lenos, monos, lenguas, pan cubano, bigotes, enmantecadas, euesos, bolillos, teleras―and so much more! Their menu doesn’t end at the bakery though. They also serve up tortillas, tamales, pupusas, and more. Get their full menu here!
📍Location: 1250 S Vermont Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90006
19. Have a unique dining experience at this Venezuelan chef’s garage turned full-fledged restaurant and pastry haven
Karla Subero Pittol is a Venezuelan-born and Echo Park-raised chef. After strengthening her skills in L.A.’s well-known restaurants, she’s created a cuisine venture of her own—right out of her garage. Every month her once parking space is now a full-fledged restaurant named Chainsaw. Every month she hosts different chefs and cultural eats. She also makes delicious homemade pies that can be purchased at the garage. Learn more about Chainsaw here!
📍Location: Pittol’s innovative concept has become a local infatuation, and dinners and pie pick-ups are RSVP only—which fill up fast. You can sign up for text message updates here. The location is released once you book your spot.
20. Get some local shopping done at Sara’s Market
Sara and Steven Valdez created this incredible market, known as Sara’s Market, to serve the community, and to offer a place where small businesses can sell their products. From locally made ice cream to handmade custom nails, they’ve got you covered! Follow them here!
📍Location: 3455 City Terrace Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90063
21. Honor Nicaraguan culture at Viva Nicaragua Fest
Save the date for September 28, 2025, at Vela Venue! Join them for VIVA NICARAGUA, a night celebrating Nicaraguan culture through music, dance, and community spirit. Experience the richness of Nicaraguan traditions right here in L.A. It’s an event you won’t want to miss! Find more info here.
🗓️When: September 28, 2025 at 10:30 am
22. Honor your loved ones at Día de Los Dodgers
Join the Dodgers for a heartfelt celebration of Latino Heritage Month at Dia de Los Dodgers on Tuesday, September 16! This is a wonderful chance to pay tribute to the cherished family members or friends who first introduced you to the joy of baseball. A purchase of this special event package includes not only your ticket to the game but also a unique Dia de Los Dodgers keepsake jersey. Come be part of a memorable evening that honors both our beloved L.A. team and our rich cultural heritage! Get more info here!
23. Live it up at this Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
Head to Porter Street Studio, an event space in the Arts District of Los Angeles, on Sept. 21 for a major Latino-run event in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. They’ll have delicious food and local vendors. Plus, you can get cool tattoos and dance to special guest DJs playing Reggaeton, band, and dembow.
🗓️When: September 21, 2025 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
📍Where: Porter Street Studio (2346 Porter St. Los Angeles CA 90021)
24. Chow down on churros for a good cause
🗓️When: Saturday, September 20, 2025
📍Where: Horchateria Rio Luna (15950 Paramount Boulevard Paramount, CA 90723)
25. Celebrate 79 years of Mexican Independence with Astronaut José M. Hernández at this East L.A. parade
The nation’s largest and longest-running Mexican Independence Day parade returns with music, food, and an astronaut Grand Marshal! East L.A. is about to light up with one of the city’s most vibrant celebrations – the 79th Annual Mexican Independence Day Parade & Festival! On Sunday, September 14, 2025, thousands will gather along César E. Chávez Avenue to honor culture, community, and tradition. This year’s Grand Marshal is none other than astronaut José M. Hernández, bringing a stellar twist to a beloved local tradition that’s been uniting Angelenos for nearly a century. Get all the details here!
📆 When: Sunday, September 14, 2025, from 10 am to 5 pm
📍 Where: César E. Chávez Avenue, beginning at Mednik Avenue and ending at Gage Avenue.
26. Grab a sip at this Mexican mezcal festival
This traditional Mexican mezcal festival returns to L.A. for its second year. Mezcal Por Siempre honors Mexican identity and community through traditional mezcal, food, music, art, and storytelling. Mezcal is memory, resilience, and a shared language between Mexico and Los Angeles. Learn more about this incredible festival here.
📍 Where: 1005 Mateo St, Los Angeles, CA 90021
📆 When: Saturday, September 13, 2025
27. Catch a flick at the largest Mexican film festival outside of Mexico
The ultimate showcase of Mexican film and culture arrives in Los Angeles for one week only! The Hola Mexico Film Festival, celebrating its 17th edition in 2025, returns to Los Angeles from September 12 to 20 as the largest Mexican film festival outside of Mexico. The festival showcases an exceptional lineup of feature films, spanning independent dramas, documentaries, and more, from Mexico’s most compelling filmmakers of today. Learn more here!
📆 When: September 12-20, 2025
📍 Where: Venues across L.A.
28. Celebrate joy at a Queerceañera
On Friday, October 3, the Los Angeles LGBT Center will host the third annual Queerceañera its signature celebration of queer Latine culture. This year’s event honors Lushious Massacr, Mexican-American drag artist and social media sensation, and Oliver Alpuche, nightlife tastemaker and community leader behind Redline, KISO, and DTLA Proud. Get tickets here!
📆 When: Friday, October 3, 2025
📍 Where: 1125 N McCadden Pl Los Angeles, CA 90038
Originally written by Sophie Len.