Where to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month 2025 in Oregon

Where to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month 2025 in Oregon

From Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, communities across Oregon will mark National Hispanic Heritage Month with festivals, performances, films, and community gatherings. The moment often begins with El Grito, a reenactment of Mexico’s 1810 call to independence. While some long-running events have scaled back due to safety or budget pressures, many organizers are doubling down—celebrating joy, heritage, and visibility as acts of resilience.

Below is a curated guide to what’s on statewide in 2025. Always check organizers’ pages before you go for last-minute updates.


Portland

Celebrating Mexican Heritage through Charrería — Stelo
Exhibition by Oliver Casillas and Inés Magaña exploring charrería through immersive murals and photography.
Reception: 5–8 p.m. Thu, Sept. 4 • Runs: through Sept. 27 • Where: Stelo, 412 N.W. 8th Ave. • Info: steloarts.org/stelo-events/charreria

Milagro Theatre: “Worry Dolls”
Maya Malan-Gonzalez’s new play on adolescent anxiety and grief through the lens of Guatemalan worry dolls.
Run: Sept. 5–21 • El Centro Milagro, 525 S.E. Stark St. • $22–$30 • milagro.org/event/worry-dolls-2
Talkbacks: Playwright Sun, Sept. 7 (2 p.m.); Mental health expert Sun, Sept. 14 (2 p.m.)

El Grito Ride — Cycle Homies
Themed community ride with cumbia vibes; concludes with a dance lesson by Anita Ayala (Lines Dance Academy).
When: 6:15 p.m. Sat, Sept. 13 • Salmon Street Springs, 1000 S.W. Naito Pkwy. • Free • IG: @cyclehomies

The Immigrant Story Live
Four migrants share personal narratives on belonging and identity; followed by live mariachi and folklórico dance.
When: 7–9:30 p.m. Sat, Sept. 13 • U.S. Bank Main Stage at The Armory, 128 N.W. 11th Ave. • Free w/ reservation • theimmigrantstory.org/the-immigrant-story-live-at-pcs/

El Grito Portland 2025 (Two-Day Festival)
Traditional performances, cultural displays, food vendors, and the ceremonial call to independence.
When: 1–10 p.m. Sun, Sept. 14; 11 a.m.–10 p.m. Mon, Sept. 15 • Rose Quarter Commons, 1 N. Center Court St. • Free • elgritoportland.com

Nuestra Cultura — JUNTOSpdx
Block-party festival with visual art, lowriders, artisan market, food, and family crafts.
When: 2–6 p.m. Sun, Sept. 21 • Location shared with registered guestsSliding scale $5–$15 • juntospdx.net/events

Portland Latin American Film Festival (19th Year)
Eleven features plus one short spanning Latin American perspectives.
When: Sept. 24–Nov. 12 • Hollywood Theatre, 4122 N.E. Sandy Blvd. • Prices TBA • hollywoodtheatre.org/series/portland-latin-american-film-festival

Multnomah County Libraries
Free music, storytelling, poetry, and creative workshops across branches all month.
When/Where: Varies • Free • multcolib.org/events-classes (search “Hispanic Heritage”)


Metro Area

Fiesta Latina en el Parque (Milwaukie)
Live music, food vendors, artisan stalls, interactive culture booths, Lotería and family games.
When: 12–4 p.m. Sat, Sept. 13 • North Clackamas Park, 5440 S.E. Kellogg Creek Dr. • Free • ncprd.org/events/fiesta

El Grito — Centro Cultural (Online)
Virtual celebration livestreamed on Centro Cultural’s social channels, showcasing local talent and resources.
When: 8 p.m. Mon, Sept. 15 • Free • centrocultural.org/events

El Festival de Mariachi (Hillsboro)
Mariachi ensembles, folklórico, artisan displays, and cultural performances.
When: 12–6 p.m. Sun, Sept. 21 • Hillsboro Ballpark, 4460 N.E. Century Blvd. • Free • unitusccu.com/mariachi

El Tigre Fest (Tigard)
Joint celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month and Filipino History Month with 70+ vendors, performances, and kids’ activities.
When: 11 a.m.–7 p.m. Sat, Oct. 4 • Cook Family Park, 17005 S.W. 92nd Ave. • Free • tigard-or.gov/explore-tigard/community-events/el-tigre-fest

Washington County Libraries
Exhibitions, hands-on workshops, and storytelling that reflect Latino heritage and identity.
When/Where: Varies • Free • wccls.bibliocommons.com/v2/events (search “Hispanic Heritage”)


Willamette Valley

Herencia Hispana (Springfield)
Folklórico, music, food, a rebozo runway, kids’ activities, and El Grito with the Consulate of Mexico.
When: 5–10 p.m. Fri, Sept. 5 • Courtyard outside Springfield City Hall, 225 Fifth St. • Free • facebook.com/events/springfield-city-hall/herencia-hispana-2025/677094928725015

Fiesta Cultural at First Friday ArtWalk (Eugene)
Latin American music and dance, artisan markets, food vendors, and workshops folded into Eugene’s ArtWalk.
When: 5:30–10 p.m. Fri, Sept. 5 • Farmers Market Pavilion & Plaza, 85 E. 8th Ave. • Free • eugene-or.gov/4712/Fiesta-Cultural

Woodburn Heritage Celebration
Cultural performances, formal flag-raising, El Grito reenactment, artisan booths, and Salsa competition.
When: 5–8 p.m. Fri, Sept. 12 • Woodburn Downtown Plaza (N. First St. between Hayes & Garfield) • Free • woodburn-or.gov/community-services/page/hispanic-heritage-month-celebration

Hispanic Heritage Exhibit — Adventure! Children’s Museum (Eugene)
Hands-on exhibit with mariachi, arts and crafts, stage performances, and giveaways.
When: Sept. 2–Nov. 2 • Opening celebration noon Sat, Sept. 13; performances 2 p.m. on Sept. 20, 27 & Oct. 11 • 490 Valley River Center • Included w/ $7 admission • adventurechildrensmuseum.org/herencia-hispana-hispanic-heritage-month-exhibit-and-opening-celebration/

PODER Breakfast & Summit (Salem)
Leaders in advocacy, business, education, health, and government convene for keynotes, networking, and policy sessions.
When: 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Mon, Sept. 15 • Salem Convention Center, 200 Commercial St. S.E. • $75 • poderoregon.org/unidos2025

Hispanic Heritage Day at the Oregon State Capitol (Salem)
Rotunda showcase with exhibits, performances, and family crafts focused on heritage and civic engagement.
When: 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Sat, Oct. 11 • 900 Court St. N.E. • Free • oregoncapitol.com/event/hispanic-heritage-day-at-the-capitol/


Columbia Gorge

Tardeada Mexicana (The Dalles)
Live performances, Mexican cuisine, cultural booths, and prize raffles at Lewis & Clark Festival Park.
When: 4 p.m. Sat, Sept. 13 • 110 Union St. • Free • facebook.com/events/lewis-clark-festival-park/tardeada-mexicana-en-the-dalles-or/9749912905074040/?_rdr


Oregon Coast

Hispanic Heritage Celebration (Cannon Beach)
Folklórico, mariachi, cultural presentations, and food sales supporting local families in emergencies.
When: 4:30–8:30 p.m. Wed, Sept. 17 • Cannon Beach Soccer Field, 244 N. Spruce St. • Free • facebook.com/photo?fbid=697850243292804&set=a.226663170411516


Southern Oregon

Hispanic Heritage Celebration (Central Point)
Food trucks, live music, Lotería, bounce houses, and cultural games at Twin Creeks Park.
When: 5–9 p.m. Fri, Oct. 3 • 555 Twin Creeks Crossing Loop • Free • centralpointoregon.gov/448/Hispanic-Heritage-Celebration

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