Denver Union Station and the Mexican Cultural Center Denver are excited to help kick off Hispanic Heritage Month with Ritmo & Raíces, a free, family-friendly celebration at the iconic downtown train station on Sunday, September 6.
The inaugural Ritmo & Raíces, which means “Rhythm & Roots,” will be a festive celebration of the rich and diverse cultures of Latin America through live music, traditional and contemporary dance, food, history, and community.
Mark your calendars! Hispanic Heritage Month officially begins on September 15.
Ritmo & Raíces will feature a variety of cultural performances outside on Wynkoop Plaza and the Terminal Bar patio, including:
- Sangre de Mexico - Mexico
- Qhaswa Perú - Peru
- Mariachi Internacional Denver - Mexico
- Estudio Colombia - Colombia
Attendees can also enjoy:
- Free face painting
- Bilingual historic tours of Denver Union Station
- Community partner craft stations
- Latin American-inspired food and beverage specials available for purchase throughout the Station
- Guests 21+ are invited to visit the Terminal Bar Patio for a donation-based tequila tasting experience
Event Details
- Denver Union Station | 1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO
- Sunday, September 6
- 11am to 3pm
- Free and open to all
About the Mexican Cultural Center
Founded in 1992, the Mexican Cultural Center is a non-profit 501c3 organization that works in partnership with cultural, educational and other institutions to promote and maintain the richness of Mexican culture in the State of Colorado. The Mexican Cultural Center is dedicated to increasing awareness of Mexico’s unique arts, customs, traditions and destinations among the audiences of the United States of America. For more information, please visit https://mccdenver.org.
Connect with the Mexican Cultural Center on their website, Instagram, Facebook, and Tik Tok.
About Denver Union Station
Widely recognized as the heart of the Mile High City, the iconic Denver Union Station completed an extensive refresh last year that included a remodel of all 112 luxurious Crawford guest rooms and a redesign of the bustling Great Hall and The Cooper Lounge.
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