BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Hispanic Heritage Month (HHM) is right around the corner, and Arkansans are getting ready for many fiestas! From Northwest Arkansas to the River Valley, locals can find events to celebrate and learn from the Hispanic culture.
Here's a list of a few things you can do to get started, but with HHM running from Sept. 15 through Oct. 15, these are just the beginning!
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Rogers
- Gaby's Bakery - 780 W Pine St. open seven days a week from 4 p.m. -10 p.m.
Gaby's bakery offers pastries that are a household staple in many Latino homes. Enjoy a traditional pastry at its location open any day!
Springdale
- Con Pilas Coffee Haus - 7321 W. Sunset Ave.
Try out coffee or pastries with a Latin twist at the new place in town! Con Pilas Coffee Haus offers authentic Latin flavors, and you can lounge, play games, or even study in their private cubicles!
Fort Smith
- Salsa at the Bell Tower - at UAFS Tuesday, Oct. 8, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
This event will have free food and live music. Feel free to bring your own lawn chairs!
- Sabor de Mi Tierra - a New Life Church located at 9000 Dallas Street
A Hispanic Heritage festival with food and fun for the entire family!
Try out an authentic Mexican ice cream, snack, or flavored water at any of these spots:
- La Nueva Michoacana - 1820 C St.
- Vargas Fruteria - 1020 N Greenwood Ave.
- Rubi Snacks - 2925 Midland Blvd.
- Delicias Michoacana - 2304 Rogers Ave.
We will continue adding events and activities throughout HHM as they are announced, so stay tuned! Do you know of an event celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month? Feel free to text us the details at 479-785-5000.
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