Hispanic Heritage Festival

Join us to celebrate Hispanic culture and traditions at the Hispanic Heritage Festival on Sunday, July 7 from noon to 6 p.m. at Kensico Dam Plaza in Valhalla.

County Executive George Latimer said, “Family, respect and loyalty are core values in the Hispanic way of life. Most valued is familismo, which is the concept that family should take priority over all other aspects of one’s life. Hispanics are also known for their love of music, religion, and elaborate holiday celebrations. Come celebrate and learn about Hispanic culture at Kensico Dam Plaza!”

Westchester County Parks Commissioner Kathleen O’Connor said, “Leave your passport at home. Come enjoy this family-friendly free event, listen to the upbeat music, try some Hispanic cuisine and learn all about Hispanic customs without having to travel abroad.”

There will be dancing, arts & crafts, ethnic food, special activities for children health vendors, educational vendors and much more!

The festival will be held rain or shine. Seating is informal; bring blankets or folding chairs for seating on the lawn. No coolers will be allowed. Admission and parking are free. Carpooling or taking mass transit is encouraged.

The Hispanic Heritage Festival is co-sponsored by Westchester County Parks, Westchester Hispano, Westchester Medical Center Health Network, Affinity by Molina Health Care, Brady Golberg Law and M&T Bank.

Kensico Dam Plaza is located at 1 Bronx River Parkway, Valhalla. More information or call (914) 864-PARK.

Please be advised that on July 7 the Bronx River Parkway will be closed for Bicycle Sundays from 8 a.m. to noon between Scarsdale Road in Yonkers and the Westchester County Center in White Plains. The park can be accessed via Route 22, from the north or south.

The other heritage festivals in the series are:

·         Irish                 Sunday, July 14   Noon – 6 p.m. Ridge Road Park, Hartsdale (Admission: $5 adults; free for ages 14 and under)*

·         Italian              Sunday, July 21   Noon – 6 p.m. Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla

·         India                Sunday, Aug. 4    Noon – 6 p.m. Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla

·         Jewish             Sunday, Aug. 18  Noon – 6 p.m. Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla

·         Muslim            Sunday, Aug. 25  Noon – 6 p.m. Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla