Hello Neighbors, Ethan Martinez here with your Local Events update. Whether you’re planning your week or looking for something for today, there’s plenty going on in North Las Vegas you’ll want to check out.
🎉 Featured Event: Hispanic Heritage Festival
Join the city for its annual celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month on Saturday, September 19, at Craig Ranch Regional Park. This free, family-friendly festival runs from 3 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. and includes a parade of nations, a traditional “Grito de Dolores” ceremony, live music, dancing, and food from local vendors. Good for all ages and a great way to connect.
📅 Events to Know This Week
- Veterans Benefits & Claims Workshop — Every 3rd Tuesday at the Veterans & Community Resource Center (3090 E Centennial Pkwy), 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free help for veterans navigating benefits.
- Pet Resource Day — Check the library locations for family programs and activities like this, plus youth events like art or science clubs.
- Chess Club & Makerspace — After-school programs are active at Alexander, Aliante, and City Hall libraries. Great options for students.
- HOPE Primary Care / Mental Health Support — Community health offerings at local centers. Medicare, insurance, or just general checkups—these programs are supportive and accessible.
🗓 What’s Coming Up
- North Las Vegas Food Truck Festival — Late September at 628 W Craig Rd. Thirty-plus food trucks, live music, a kid zone, and a taste of the city’s best bites. Free admission.
- Food & Wine Tasting Event — Also in late September, local restaurants and vineyards come together for an evening of tasting and community in a more formal setting.
🔍 Tips to Stay in the Loop
– Check the City of North Las Vegas website or parks calendar for updates and location changes.
– Follow local libraries and community centers—they often offer free classes, storytimes, tech labs, and more.
– Plan early: big events like the Hispanic Heritage Festival draw crowds.
That’s it for now! If you go to something cool, drop me a note—I’d love to hear how it went.