Celebrating Hispanic Heritage in Augusta

¡Viva la cultura hispana!

Hispanic Heritage Month is observed annually in the United States from September 15 to October 15, celebrating the influence and contributions of Hispanic culture in the country. Here, we honor Hispanic heritage in Augusta, GA, through festivals, food, dance and more. Read on to discover all the ways that you can participate throughout the month!

Hispanic Heritage Month Events In Augusta

Throughout Hispanic Heritage Month, Augusta hosts several can’t-miss festivals and events. Hispanic Festival, el abuelo of Augusta’s Hispanic-themed festivals, is back for its 30th year! This fiesta imperdible takes place at the Augusta Common. Live Latin music. Fabulous food. A variety of vendors. Family-friendly activities. Exact dates and entertainment lineups will be announced soon! Should HHF be on your calendar this year? Claro que sí. 

Want more? Visit our Events page for a comprehensive list of every event during Hispanic Heritage Month!

Where To Experience Latin Music & Dance In Augusta

If there’s a better way to celebrate Latin culture than by dancing the night away, we can’t think of one. In Augusta, The Salsa Room Studio & Dance is your destination for all things salsa, offering everything from lessons to events to Salsa Saturdays. Ballroom in Motion, off of Fury’s Ferry Rd., also offers Couples Classes for Beginners every Thursday night!

Best Latin Restaurants & Bakeries In Augusta 

One of the most mouthwatering ways to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month is through food and drink, which, of course, are integral components of Hispanic culture. Thankfully, Augusta is filled with Latin-themed and Latinx-owned restaurants, bars and bakeries!

Are your taste buds calling you south of the border? Augusta offers a myriad of Mexican restaurants. Savor the flavors of Carne Guisada and Sangria Margaritas at El Paso Tacos & Tequila. Head to Cantina Locale for tasty takes on Tex-Mex staples, such as Jalapeño Shrimp Tacos. Or feast on fresh fusion fare, from Tempura Asparagus to Chile Relleno, at the aptly named Takosushi.

If carefully crafted Cuban cuisine and cocktails are what you seek, grab a Shrimp Burger and a Mojito Flight at Pineapple Ink Tavern downtown. Or take your palate all the way to South America, and enjoy Andean-inspired coffees, Egg Cazuelas and baked goods at Relic Coffee Company, Augusta’s first and only Ecuadorian café and bakery!

Making arepas or pozole at home? Find everything you need at La Casa Latina, Augusta’s first Latin grocery store, which features food and ingredients from a host of Latin American countries and cultures.

Support Hispanic-owned Businesses

Another terrific, tangible way to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in Augusta is to support Latinx-owned local businesses! In addition to the restaurants mentioned above, Augusta boasts everything from Hispanic-owned interior design companies to day spas. Whether you’re getting tacos, tattoos or therapy, make it a priority to support Latinx-owned businesses.

Join us this Hispanic Heritage Month in celebrating the influence it has on every facet of American life here in Augusta! Enjoy energetic events. Feast on festive food. Dance till you drop. Conoce y celebra la cultura.

¡Ándale!