Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with free community events

New Jersey is hosting a variety of celebrations in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month across the state. Here are a few to check out:

“El Festival” in Wildwood

Tuesday, Sept. 16, 3 to 8 p.m.

Byrne Plaza, 3400 Pacific Ave., Wildwood

A free festival featuring a live band and DJ, vendors, Hispanic cuisine, and family-friendly activities.

For more information, visit Do the Shore.

Frida Kahlo’s World

Thursday, Sept. 18, 6 p.m.

Wharton Public Library, 15 S. Main St.

Free event: An exploration of the art and legacy of Frida Kahlo. For more information, visit the Wharton Public Library on Eventbrite.

Tito Puente Jr. Salsa Night

Friday, Sept. 19, 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Westfield Garden State Plaza, Paramus

Free event: Outdoor concert will celebrate the culture, music, and legacy of Latin America through the sounds of Tito Puente Jr.’s ensemble. There will be food and drinks from the restaurants at the mall, as well as giveaways, store promos and a spin wheel.

For more information, visit Tito Puente Jr. Salsa Night.

Union Township Annual Hispanic & Latino Heritage Festival

Saturday, Sept. 20, 2 to 10 p.m.

Biertuempful Park, 1300 Winslow Ave.

Free family and pet-friendly event. Live music, dance, (salsa, bachata, etc.), food trucks and vendors. For more information, visit the Union Township website.

Hispanic Heritage Month at the Newark Public Library

Latino Festival of Monmouth County

Saturday, Sept. 20, noon to 7 p.m.

Hall of Records Parking Lot, 1 E Main St, Freehold

A free, family-oriented event with live music, authentic Latin food, games, and cultural activities. For more information, visit Latino Festival of Monmouth County.

Newark Community Day: Fiesta Latina

Saturday, Sept. 20, noon to 5 p.m.

The Newark Museum of Art, 49 Washington St.

Community‐day event featuring Latin culture, music, art, and performances

For more information, visit the Newark Museum of Art on Eventbrite.

New Brunswick Hispanic Heritage Month

New Brunswick Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

Sept. 15 to Oct. 15

New Brunswick City Center

A month-long series of free events including FolkLIVE, Mexican Folkloric Festival, flag raising, open mic, art and interactive experiences. For more information, visit the New Brunswick City Center website.

Union County celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

Union County Hispanic Heritage Month Celebrations

Sept. 15 to Oct. 15

A month-long series of events, including Flag raising, art exhibits, “Family Fun Day and Hispanic Heritage Awards,” leadership panels, etc.

Various locations. For more information, visit the Union County website.

Atlantic Cape Community College Celebrations

Sept. 15 to Oct. 15

The Cape May County campus, located at 341 Court House South, Dennis Road.

The campus will feature “Honoring the Past, Inspiring the Future” in the first-floor lobby with displays, recipes, and giveaways from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15. On Saturday, Oct. 11, there will be a 20th Anniversary and Hispanic Heritage Celebration from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., with salsa lessons, food trucks, and live music. Nacho Tuesday on Oct. 14 in the cafeteria, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. For more information, visit the Atlantic Cape Community College website.

National Hispanic Heritage Month

Sept. 15 to Oct. 15

Rutgers University, Camden Campus, 303 Cooper St.

A month-long series of events, including Latin dance socials, lectures, and art exhibits. For more information, visit the Rutgers website.

Events are free, but some require pre-registration.

Hudson County “Alma Hispana” Heritage Month Celebration

Sunday, Sept. 28, 2 to 4 p.m.

Hudson County Community College, 161 Newkirk St., Jersey City

Free event hosted by the Jack & Ronnie McGreevey Civic Association

Music, food, performances

For more information, visit the Jack and Ronnie McGreevey Civic Association.

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