Explore Latinx-owned companies across the area

From neighborhood bakeries and family-owned eating places to cultural festivals and group celebrations, Hispanic Heritage Month is an opportunity to discover the individuals, flavors and traditions that assist form our area.

Running from Sept. 15 via Oct. 15, Hispanic Heritage Month acknowledges the histories, cultures and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities throughout the United States.

Across Puget Sound, Hispanic and Latino communities have helped construct vibrant neighborhoods, companies and cultural traditions that make the area a richer place to stay, work and discover. 

Seattle

Grab Venezuelan consolation meals at Paparepas, take pleasure in espresso and pastries at Café Calaveras, browse crops and residential décor at Forgot Me Not Plants and Decor or cease by Besito for a thoughtfully curated procuring expertise. You may also go to Bajón en Seattle, Los Costeños and Mi Patria.

Bellevue and Redmond

On the Eastside, strive tacos from LA Chingona Taqueria, take pleasure in a meal at Cielo Cocina Mexicana or fulfill your candy tooth at Cafecito Mexican Bakery. Looking for substances to convey house? Visit La Quemada or cease by Amor Eterno Mexican Food.

South King County

Explore group favorites like Antojitos Michalisco and Mazatlan Restaurant in Auburn, Agave Cocina & Cantina and Mi Familia Tienda Mexicana in Kent, or Los Bigotes de Villa and Picanteria el Civichito in Federal Way.

Pierce County

Head south for genuine flavors at Birrieria y Mariscos La Cocina in Lakewood, Aceituno’s Mexican Food in Puyallup or Taquería la Michoacana in Tacoma. While you are there, browse specialty markets like El Mercado Latino, Tienda La Victoria and La Huerta 2 International Market.

Snohomish County

Make a cease at Casa Oaxaca Mexican Bar and Restaurant in Lynnwood, replenish on treats at Dulceria El Chavito or take pleasure in a meal at Abuelo’s Market and Taqueria in Bothell. Other native favorites embody Julio’s Restaurant and Sabor Latino.

Celebrate at native occasions

Fiestas Patrias Parade

Seattle Center
Sept. 19, 10 a.m.–midday

One of the most important celebrations of Mexican Independence Day within the Pacific Northwest, the annual parade brings colourful floats, music, dance and group satisfaction to Seattle Center.

Sea Mar Fiestas Patrias

Seattle Center
Sept. 19–20, midday–9 p.m.

Spend the weekend having fun with stay leisure, cultural performances, meals distributors and family-friendly actions celebrating Latino cultures from throughout the Americas.

¡Vamos al Acuario!

Seattle Aquarium
Sept. 15–Oct. 15

The Seattle Aquarium’s monthlong celebration options particular programming, actions and alternatives to find out about Hispanic and Latino connections to marine conservation and coastal communities.

La Quemada: Noche de Cultura

Waterfront Park, Seattle
Sept. 17, 6–8 p.m.

Hosted in partnership with La Quemada, this night celebration options music, tradition and group alongside Seattle’s waterfront.

Washington State Fiestas Patrias

Washington State Fairgrounds, Puyallup
Sept. 20, 1–6 p.m.

Enjoy conventional performances, music, meals and festivities as a part of the Washington State Fair’s Hispanic Heritage Month celebration.

Fiesta de la Familia

Lakewood
Sept. 26, midday–6 p.m.

This family-friendly occasion brings collectively music, dancing, meals and actions that commemorate the variety of Latino cultures.

Keep exploring

These are only a few of the numerous companies, occasions and group celebrations taking place all through Hispanic Heritage Month. Looking for much more methods to have a good time? Visit the MexAm Northwest Festival web site for a full calendar of occasions throughout the area.

Where will transit take you this Hispanic Heritage Month? Tag @SoundTransit and share your favourite native discoveries.