"Attending Latin Food Fest is certainly one way to do so. Billed as America's original Latin festival, the New York-founded festival welcomes all for a weekend of food, culture and fun. Gathering over 80 food stalls that span the cuisines from 12 Latin American and Caribbean countries-including Puerto Rico, Ecuador and Venezuela, to name a few-the two-day festival has a little bit of everything to turn the party, with live musical acts, cultural installations and giveaways."
"they overheard rumors from multiple vendors and community activists that ICE may be targeting large public gatherings, the festival included . Instead of backing down, the organizers wanted to send a clear message to the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. RECOMMENDED: March On: How to protest safely in NYC "America's Original Latin Food Fest is setting the record straight: ICE is not welcome, and the festival is a safe space for immigrants, families, and allies," said the press release."
Hispanic Heritage Month runs from September 15 to October 2025 and the Latin Food Fest celebrates Latin American and Caribbean food, music and culture over a two-day event. The New York-founded festival features over 80 food stalls representing 12 countries, live musical acts, cultural installations and giveaways, and attracted nearly 20,000 visitors in its first year. Organizers received reports that ICE might target large public gatherings and responded by declaring the festival a safe space and publicly rejecting ICE presence. The team coordinated with local leaders, advocacy groups and the City of New York and distributed protocols to vendors to protect attendees and vendors.
Read at Time Out New York
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