Why September is My Favorite Month: Embracing Fall and Hispanic Heritage Month
There’s something magical about September. For me, it’s not just the gentle shift into fall, with its cozy sweaters and pumpkin-spiced todo, but it also signals the kickoff of Hispanic Heritage Month.
This is the time when our collective celebration of Hispanidad truly shines.
From mid-September through mid-October, we get the chance to amplify the richness of our culture, our shared history, and, one of my missions, unity among Latinos.
It’s a time to highlight and honor all the fantastic layers of who we are, as a community and as individuals.
This year, I’m thrilled to be a part of Todo Wafi’s 3rd Annual Revolución Festival, a Hispanic Heritage Month event in 2024 that’s all about embracing and elevating our cultura.
As a speaker, entrepreneur, and community builder, I’m constantly seeking opportunities to connect and uplift, and this event couldn’t be more aligned with that mission.
Hispanic Heritage Month Event 2024: Why I’m Excited
When I first heard about this festival, I was instantly captivated by its focus on unity and cultural celebration. Revolución isn’t just another event—it’s a platform for our community to come together, to share our stories, and to inspire one another. I’m honored to be sharing the stage with incredible changemakers like Jon Huertas, Aida Rodriguez, Patty Rodriguez, and so many more who are pushing boundaries and making waves in their respective fields.
I’ll be kicking off the Saturday programming with keynote remarks that set the tone for a day filled with empowering panels and workshops.
Check out this Amazing Lineup!
Friday, September 20: Opening Night Gala
- Special guests include keynote speaker Jon Huertas, Mayor Mario Trujillo, and bilingual poet Solany Lara with a special poetry reading.
- The gala will feature food, cocktails, photo booths, dance performances by Ocandeniye Dance Company and Chacombo, followed by a salsa dance night.
Saturday, September 21: Workshops, Seminars, and Panels
- Danay Escanaverino, CEO of LunaSol Media, will deliver the day’s introduction and keynote remarks.
- Jon Huertas will moderate a Language and Identity Panel discussion.
- Panels include: Pioneers in STEM, Colorism vs. Racism, Mi Identidad, and Industry Changers w/Patty Torres, moderated by Rafael Fernandez Jr.
- Seminars include: Perfecto! Journey to Learning Spanish w/Jose Estrada, Intro to Business w/Lucee Cesena, and Empowering Financial Futures: Credit and Financial Literacy for Latinos w/Vita Vasquez.
- The day concludes with a VIP dinner and Revolución After Party at Epic Live in Downtown Downey.
Sunday, September 22: Continued Workshops and Panels
- Acclaimed actress Diana-Maria Rivas will deliver the day’s introduction and keynote remarks.
- Adriana Alejandre, founder of Latinx Therapy, will moderate the Rompiendo Stigmas Panel on mental health in the Latine community.
- Writer Rafael Agustin will conduct a short reading/Q&A from his book “Illegally Yours,” followed by the Literary Trailblazers Panel featuring Edward Denniz, Aida Rodriguez, Naibe Reynoso, and Patty Rodriguez.
- Featured seminar: Creating A Digital Brand Like A Boss w/ Filmmaker, Personal Development Coach, Content Creator Eli Vazquez.
- Additional panels and seminars include: Film Forward Panel, Digital Storytellers Panel, Nuts and Bolts of Immigration Seminar w/Danielle Hernandez, and Own Your Story Seminar w/Sylvia Roldan.
- The festival closes with a Red Carpet Comedy Showcase and keynote speech from Rafael Fernandez Jr., featuring comedy performances by Gadiel Del Orbe, Jose Maestas, Daniela Ines Calvo, and headliner Aida Rodriguez.
Free Community Village
- Open to the public on September 21 and 22 from 12 pm to 6 pm.
- Features include Mariachi, face painting, family photo area, 35-40 exhibitors from the local area, and creators meet and greet.
It’s an incredible lineup that touches on everything from identity and language to entrepreneurship and financial literacy. These topics are so crucial in helping our community not just survive, but thrive.
Celebrating Hispanidad with Todo Wafi
For those who may not know, Todo Wafi has been a trailblazer in celebrating Latino diversity through digital media. They’ve built a community of over 1 million Latinos across their platforms, and this festival is a testament to their commitment to uplifting our voices.
From the red carpet comedy showcase to the free community village with mariachi and family activities, this is truly a celebration for everyone.
So, if you’re in the LA area from September 20 to 22, I encourage you to join us at the Embassy Suites in Downey.
Let’s embrace the power of our culture, the strength in our unity, and the beauty of our shared experiences.
I can’t wait to connect with everyone at this incredible event and celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month together in a way that’s both meaningful and memorable.
Let’s keep building, thriving, and celebrating Hispanidad—Dale!!!
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