Hispanic Latinx Heritage Month
Hispanic/ Latinx Heritage Month 2026
Unidos Somos Más | Together We Are More
Saturday, September 12
Hispanic/Latinx Tailgate
Celebration brings together alumni, students, families, and friends for an afternoon of connection, culture, and Saluki spirit.
Location: Saluki Stadium
Time: 3-6PM
Tuesday, September 15
Interactive Kickoff
Interactive Kickoff- To engage and have students work together. Interactive activities, food, and aguas frescas.
*First 100 people get free tacos**
Location: Student Services Building Pavilion and Rooms 150/160
Time: 3-5PM
Wednesday, September 16
Hispanic/Latinx Luncheon
Enhance unity and sense of belonging within one another. Getting to know “Nosotros.” Let’s talk about how can we support one another.
Location: Student Services 150/160
Time: 11:30AM-1:00PM
Thursday, September 17
Hispanic/Latino RSO Fair
Come meet the Hispanic/Latino/Multicultural Organizations on campus!
Location: Student Services Building Pavilion
Time: 5-7PM
Friday, September 18
Mindful Muñecas and Huichol Yarn Painting Workshop
Create your own Guatemalan Worry Doll and Huichol Yarn Painting with CAPS as we chat about mental health strategies related to navigating anxiety and promoting positive thoughts.
Location: Student Services Building Room 150/160
Time: 4-6PM
Monday, September 21
Pintar y Platicar
Paint your own canvas showing something that has motivated you to achieve your goals. Stay to chat with other people.
Location: Student Services Building 150/160
Time: 4:30-6PM
Tuesday, September 22
Make your own Taco
Please come make your own taco and customize it with whatever topping you like, whether you prefer a corn tortilla or a flour tortilla. First-come, first-served.
Location: Student Services Building 140
Time: 12PM-1PM
Carne Asada
Bringing the backyard hangout to campus! Come eat, connect, and get to know one another.
Location: Bucky's Haven Campus Lake
Time: 5-7PM
Wednesday, September 23
Nuestra Cultura, Nuestro Estilo
Students will create bracelets and bag charms that represent their culture, background, identity, and personal pride while connecting and learning about one another through a hands-on activity.
Location: TBA
Time: 4:30PM- 6PM
Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe Movie Screening
Mexican teenagers Aristotle Mendoza and Dante Quintana explore their friendship while struggling with racial and ethnic identity, sexuality and family relationships in 1987, El Paso, Texas.
Location: Sharp Museum Auditorium
Time: 6:30-8PM
Thursday, September 24
Student Leadership Breakfast
Leading together, supporting each other.
Location: Student Center, Cambria Room
Time: 9AM
Friday, September 25
Bingo Catracho
Cultural celebration hosted by the Spanish Club during Hispanic Heritage Month. This event will highlight Honduran culture through a traditional bingo game while creating an opportunity for students to connect, participate in cultural activities, and celebrate the diversity of the Hispanic community at SIU.
Location: Faner 3076
Time: 5PM
Wednesday, September 30
Crear Tu Propia Carta De Lotería
Being able to design, create, paint, your own Lotería card. (Mexican Bingo Card).
Location: Student Services Building 150/160
Time: 3-5PM
Monday, October 5
Braids Against Raids
Dedicated to raising funds and awareness to communities impacted by ICE. Lambda Theta Alpha will be braiding hair (have a selected amount of options prepared) and selling bows for a small fee to support our communities.
Location: TBA
Time: 5-7PM
Tuesday, October 6
Noche De Lotería Y Dulces
Lotería (Mexican Bingo) night with Mexican candy.
Location: Student Services Building Room 150/160
Time: 4-5:30PM
Wednesday, October 7
Saluki Cares Day
De-stress with a full DAY of activities.
Location: Student Services Building/Faner Plaza
Time: 9AM-2PM
Día De Los Muertos at the Library
Learn all about Día de Los Muertos and how it is celebrated. Stay after the presentation to decorate your own sugar skull. All ages welcome.
Location: Carbondale Public Library
Time: 5:30PM-7PM
Thursday, October 8
Cine con Cultura: Mija (2022)
Screening Mija (2022) as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month through film, culture, and community. Enjoy popcorn and snacks while following a story inspired by Mexican culture, traditions, family, and Día de los Muertos.
Location: TBA
Time: 5-7PM
Saturday, October 10
10s Across the Board Drag Ball
Join Southern Illinois Culture and Arts in Bilingual Education (SI CABE) at this event to celebrate the shared histories of the LGBTQ, Black, and Latino Communities. You must be 18+ to attend. Tickets are $15-$30.
Location: Varisity Theater
Time: 10PM
Wednesday, October 14
LASA Carnival
Latin American Student Association (LASA) Carnival is an opportunity to come together as a community, celebrating our diverse cultural backgrounds and traditions through music, dancing, and games.
Location: Student Services Pavilion
Time: 4-7PM
Thursday, October 15
Healthy Relationships
Learn about healthy relationships.
Location: Student Services Building 170
Time: 4:30PM- 6:30PM
Piñata Making Workshop
Learn how to make a piñata.
Location: Student Services Building 150/160
Time: 4:30PM- 6:30PM
La Lotería family Game Night
Join us for La Lotería, a traditional Mexican game similar to Bingo! All ages welcome.
Location: Carbondale Public Library
Time: 5:30-7PM
Saturday, October 17
Tailgate Con Los Betas
Come tailgate with the First Latino-based fraternity with multicultural membership at SIU, since 1996. Come eat, chill and have a great time!
Location: Saluki Stadium Lot 18
Time: Before the game