Hispanic Heritage Celebration

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Save the Date: Sunday, Sept. 21

Enjoy live performances, free family-friendly activities, and more to celebrate Hispanic Heritage in Commerce City! The event will take place in Downtown Derby at 72nd Place and Monaco Street along Highway 2. More details coming soon.

Interested in having a table at the event?

Complete the Exhibitor/Vendor Registration Form.

This is a community event hosted by the City of Commerce City that is open to the public. All are welcome and the city's goal is to create a safe, welcoming space where all can enjoy and honor Hispanic heritage. The city does not coordinate with immigration enforcement agencies.

For questions, contact Liz Schmit at eschmit@c3gov.com or call 303-289-3656.

2024 Event Recap

Sunday, Sept. 22 | 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Enjoy live performances, family-friendly activities, and more in Downtown Derby at 72nd Place and Monaco Street.

11:15 – 11:45 a.m. - Aztec Dance by Grupo Tlaloc
12 – 12:30 p.m. - Mariachi by Colorado Youth Mariachi Program
12:45 – 1:15 p.m. - Folk Dance by Mexico En La Piel
1:30 – 3 p.m. - Live Band: Banda La Patrona

Free Activities

Face Paint
Photo Booth
Bouncy Castle
Crafts Area
Lotería with prizes
Local sports watch party

Authentic cuisine available from El Jardin, GordiBuena, Mariscos Sinaloa, Tamales by Sara, and more.

Resources and vendors will be available, along with a Vaccine Mobile Unit offering a range of vaccinations.

Contact Alondra Gonzalez Carrillo at agonzalezcarrillo@c3gov.com or 720-471-7872.

Thanks to our partners: Commerce City Cultural Council, Adelante, and Cultivando.

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2023 Event Recap

Live performances included folkloric dancing by Raíces De Mi Tierra, mariachi from the Colorado Youth Mariachi Program, Aztec dancing by Grupo Tlaloc, and music from Banda La Patrona.

2023 Schedule

Noon – 12:30 p.m. – Baile folklórico by Raices de mi Tierra
12:40 – 1:40 p.m. – Mariachi: Colorado Youth Mariachi Program
1:50 – 2:20 p.m. – Aztec dancing: Grupo Tlaloc
2:30 – 4 p.m. – Banda La Patrona: Facebook

Derby Restaurants & Food Vendors (* = 10% discount during event)

*Bifrost Neveria – 6406 E. 72nd Pl.
*Dulceria Candymex – 7291 Monaco St. (with raffle)
El Jardin – 6460 E. 73rd Ave.
*GordiBuena – 7225 Monaco St.
*Mariscos Sinaloa – 7272 Locust St.
Tacos Sabor Chilango – 6461 E. 72nd Pl.
*Tamales by Sara – 6440 E. 72nd Pl.
*Tasty Donuts – 6441 E. 72nd Pl.

Derby Retailers & Services (* = 10% discount during event)

Azteca Multiservicios – 6400 E. 72nd Pl.
Beauty Essence – 7295 Monaco St.
*Derby Cuts – 7249 Monaco St.
*El Camello Western Wear – 6454 E. 72nd Pl.
*Fers Soccer Shop – 6496 E. 73rd Ave.
*La Mas Buena – 7253 Monaco St.
*Mendez Hair Studio – 7285 Monaco St.
Mountain Fades Barbershop – 6404 E. 72nd Pl.
Nutrition City of Commerce City – 6490 E. 73rd Ave.
Salon de Belleza/Diamond Beauty Salon – 7287 Monaco St. ($1 off services)

Family activities included a crafts table, scavenger hunt, resources, and swag.