Cafecito Caliente is proud to announce the Rising Star of the Year, Elena Herrera. The award is given to a young professional or business owner who has impacted the Hispanic …

The Cafecito Caliente Awards would like to announce Trini Lopez Pehlivanoglu as our 2024 Latina of the Year recipient. Trini made history when on January 1, 2024, she was elected …

The Cafecito Caliente Awards will recognize Alfonso Salais Jr as the 2024 Heart of the City recipient. Alfonso Salais Jr. Mention his name in this city and you will get …

Who’s ready for an amazing celebration? Nuestra Comunidad is thrilled to invite you to the 3rd Annual Jackson Hispanic Heritage Festival! We’re incredibly excited to join forces with our wonderful …

Monday, September 16, 2024, at Lansing’s City Hall in downtown Lansing, the City will host a celebration recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month. On the agenda will be entertainment, food and speakers. …

The 2nd Annual Latino Business Expo will take place Saturday, October 12, 2024, at the Lansing Mall. With the success of last year’s inaugural Expo, the Latino Business Conexion’s of …

Orquesta Ritmo, founded by Director Michael Eyia in the late 70s, brings vibrant Latin music to American audiences, drawing from Eyia’s Cuban heritage. Starting as a 5-piece group, it has …

Close out the weekend with our Hispanic Heritage Latin Jazz Night, featuring the legendary Orquesta Ritmo. Join us on Lansing Shuffle’s patio, overlooking the Grand River, as we dance the …

Our peak event takes place on S. Washington Sq from 3:30 PM to 10 PM. Experience a vibrant array of live Tejano and Cuban jazz performances, DJ sets, luchador wrestling, …

Get ready to move and groove at our second annual Hispanic Heritage Dance Class & Mixer! Held on Lansing Shuffle’s patio, overlooking the Grand River and Downtown skyline, you will …

Kick off the weekend with a Health & Wellness Seminar focused on promoting well-being within the Hispanic community. Gain valuable insights and resources to enhance your health journey. In what …

The annual 517 Hispanic Heritage Weekend takes place during Hispanic Heritage Month with a weekend of fun, education, and entertainment in the Downtown District of Michigan’s State Capital. Every year, …

The 517 Hispanic Heritage Weekend is back in Downtown Lansing this summer!! We’re so excited to be back for our 2nd annual celebration. A whole weekend of culture, education, and …

Honoring Legacy, Merging Generations or Honrando El Legado, Uniendo Generaciones will be the theme of the 2024 Latino Leaders for the Enhancement of Advocacy and Development (LLEAD) Conference. TO REGISTER: Honoring …

Okemos, Michigan native Alma Cooper has been named the Miss USA in the 73rd pageant held in Los Angeles, California. “As the daughter of a migrant worker, a proud Afro …

Elva Reyes, “keeps her community in mind with everything she does” is the opening line on her website. As someone who has watched her, walked alongside her and worked with …

Reflections of Life: When I was 16 I was chosen to become part of a traveling ministry of retreats called ECHO (Encountering Christ in Others). My very first one was …

Immerse yourself in the pulsating beats of Salsa, Merengue, and Bachata on our Latin Rhythms Dance Cruise, featuring Lansing’s renowned DJ, Adrian “Ace” Lopez. This vibrant event stands out among …

Reflections of Life: So many times in our lives we face situations that overwhelm us with fear, anxiety, self doubt and yes even hate for someone or something. I remember …

The 12th Annual Latino Night with the Lugnuts will be Saturday, August 3, 2024, with a concert and mini festival starting us off in front of the stadium. Sponsorship info …