Boston, August 28, 2025
News Summary
Boston will celebrate Latinx Heritage Month by hosting the third annual Fiesta en la Plaza at City Hall Plaza and the Civic Pavilion. Featuring two free cultural events on September 28 and October 12, the festival offers live music, dance performances, and community activities open to the public. Produced by Ágora Cultural Architects with support from the Mayor’s Office of Arts and Culture, the event aims to honor and celebrate Latin American culture through art and fellowship.
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Boston’s City Hall Plaza to Host Third Annual Fiesta en la Plaza on Sept. 28 and Oct. 12, 2025
Boston will host the third annual Fiesta en la Plaza at City Hall Plaza and the Civic Pavilion to mark Latinx Heritage Month with two free cultural events on Sunday, September 28, 2025 and Sunday, October 12, 2025. The festival, produced by Ágora Cultural Architects with support from the Mayor’s Office of Arts and Culture, features live music, dance, film, and community programming open to the public at no cost.
Key facts
- What: Third annual Fiesta en la Plaza, a two-part cultural festival honoring Latin American culture
- When: Opening Day on Sunday, September 28, 2025; Cine Fiesta on Sunday, October 12, 2025
- Where: City Hall Plaza and Civic Pavilion, Boston
- Cost: Free and open to the public; registration available for updates
- Produced by: Ágora Cultural Architects, with support from the Mayor’s Office of Arts and Culture
Opening Day (September 28) highlights
The September 28 Opening Day program will present a range of live performances across music and dance. Featured artists and groups scheduled to perform include pianist Leo Blanco, Grammy-winning flamenco dancer Nino de los Reyes, salsa troupe Salsa y Control, Puerto Rican collective Agua, Sol y Sereno, and youth artists from the Hyde Square Task Force. The day’s programming will close with a set by percussionist and singer Zayra Pola. The schedule is designed to showcase intergenerational talent and diverse expressions of Latin American cultural traditions.
Cine Fiesta (October 12) program
The October 12 Cine Fiesta will take place inside the Civic Pavilion and centers on film and dance. Programming includes a screening of the Colombian documentary Género: Salsa, a panel discussion with guest artists, and a public salsa dance party. The film screening and accompanying conversation aim to explore music, gender, and cultural practice through a documentary lens, followed by community dance activity to engage attendees.
Purpose and community focus
Organizers state the event is intended to honor Latin American culture through music, dance, cinema, and community gatherings, creating an inclusive public space for residents and visitors across Boston. City cultural leadership framed the series as a means to strengthen community ties and highlight the breadth of talent in the Latinx community. The use of the word fiesta is emphasized by organizers as signifying fellowship, joy, and community connection rather than a commercial celebration.
Logistics and participation
Fiesta en la Plaza is free and open to the public. Attendees interested in receiving updates or registering for information can do so via the event registration platform at boritix.com. Additional event details, including potential schedule updates and artist information, are available through the presenting organization’s informational page at guadalupeculturalarts.org. Attendees should consult organizers for accessibility accommodations, specific set times, or any event-day policies that may apply.
Background
Fiesta en la Plaza arrives during Latinx Heritage Month, a period when cultural institutions and community groups hold programming to recognize and celebrate the histories and contributions of Latinx people. The Boston series is a continuation of city-level cultural programming that pairs public space activation with community-driven arts presentations. This edition builds on prior years by featuring a mix of established and emerging artists and by combining outdoor performance with indoor film and dance activity in the Civic Pavilion.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fiesta en la Plaza?
Fiesta en la Plaza is a two-part cultural festival in Boston celebrating Latinx Heritage Month through music, dance, film, and community events. The 2025 edition takes place at City Hall Plaza and the Civic Pavilion.
When and where are the events?
Opening Day is Sunday, September 28, 2025, at City Hall Plaza; Cine Fiesta is Sunday, October 12, 2025, inside the Civic Pavilion at City Hall.
Is there a cost to attend?
The festival is free and open to the public. Registration is available for updates and additional information.
How can I get updates or register?
Attendees can register for updates through boritix.com. Organizers also list event information on guadalupeculturalarts.org.
Who is producing the festival?
The event is produced by Ágora Cultural Architects with support from the Mayor’s Office of Arts and Culture.
Event at a glance
| Date | Event | Location | Highlights | Cost | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday, September 28, 2025 | Opening Day | City Hall Plaza | Live performances: Leo Blanco, Nino de los Reyes, Salsa y Control, Agua, Sol y Sereno, Hyde Square youth artists, Zayra Pola | Free | Register for updates at boritix.com |
| Sunday, October 12, 2025 | Cine Fiesta | Civic Pavilion, City Hall | Screening of “Género: Salsa”, artist panel, public salsa dance party | Free | Register for updates at boritix.com |
For further program details or accessibility information, consult the presenting organization’s event page listed as guadalupeculturalarts.org or contact event organizers directly through the registration platform.
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- Wikipedia: Latinx
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