Celebrate the spirit and strength of our community as we kick off Hispanic Heritage Month with "Somos Latinitas" an inspiring evening filled with purpose, creativity, and orgullo. Presented in partnership with JCPenney, this signature event shines a spotlight on Latinitas’ mission and unveils the 2026 Hope & Wonder Collection, a vibrant tribute to the rich cultural tapestry of Latino communities. Hosted at the stunning Austin PBS studios, Somos Latinitas is a joyful celebration of our heritage, creativity, and collective power.
 

Guests will enjoy:

• Live music and cultural performances
• Curated bites and beverages
• A first look at JCPenney’s collection
• Stories from Latinitas students & families

*This event is 21+

For out of town guests, we have reserved a room block with a special rate at the nearby Embassy Suites by Hilton. You can book directly through their website Embassy Suites.

Thank you to our individual supporters:

Allen Bowers - Latinitas Board Member

Ana Villegas - Latinitas Board Member

Johnana Bustillos - Latinitas Board Member

Melissa Ushakov - Latinitas Board Member

Mandy Plante - Latinitas Board Member

Vanessa Fuentes

Judge Bianca Garcia

Leah Wise

Veronica Garza

Thank you to our in-kind supporters:

Tito's Handmade Vodka

Brown Distributing

Flecha Azul Blanco

Siete Foods

Tozi Superfoods

Tiff's Treats

ATX Yoga, Austin Bouldering Project, Black Swan Yoga, Blanton Of Art Museum, Butta Popcorn, Canopy Hotel, Consuela, Este, Fairmont Austin, Hotel Viata, Lake Travis Zipline Adventures, Lone Star Riverboat, Lost Pines Resort, Mexic-Arte Museum, Milk + Honey, Pure Barre Southwest Austin, Rowing Dock, The Contemporary Austin, Uchi, VERDAD True Modern Mexican, & Zilker Botanical Garden