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Contact: 615-216-5737
Nashville Area Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Sunday, September 13, 2026
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Nashville Area Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (NAHCC), in partnership with the NAHCC Foundation, will officially launch its 2026 National Hispanic Heritage Month celebration on Tuesday, September 15.
Since 2005, NAHCC has led one of Tennessee’s longest-running and most comprehensive Hispanic Heritage Month observances. Made possible by NAHCC members and corporate and community partners, this year’s month-long calendar brings together business development, entrepreneurship, workforce education, civic leadership, music, film, arts, culture and community recognition.
National Hispanic Heritage Month is observed from September 15 through October 15 to recognize the history, culture, achievements and contributions of Hispanic Americans. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the nation’s Hispanic population reached 70.1 million in 2025—approximately 21% of the U.S. population. Learn more from the U.S. Census Bureau.
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“Hispanic Heritage Month is about more than celebrating our culture. It is also an opportunity to recognize the entrepreneurs, professionals, artists, workers and civic leaders who strengthen Nashville every day,” said NAHCC President and CEO Yuri Cunza. “Through this calendar, we bring people together to learn, build relationships and celebrate the contributions that continue moving our city forward.”
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September 14–16: NAHCC participates in the USHCC National Conference in Dallas–Fort Worth, providing business leadership and professional development opportunities.
- September 15: Official NAHCC Hispanic Heritage Month Kick-Off, including Hispanic-owned small-business interviews, media outreach and economic-impact information shared throughout the month.
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September 17–18: NAHCC participates in The Future Way Forward Conference at the National Museum of African American Music. On September 18, Yuri Cunza will speak on Leadership and Culture: Building a City Worth Belonging To.
- September 22 and October 6: Employer Rights and Responsibilities, part of NAHCC’s employer education series. Registration is required.
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September 24–30: NAHCC celebrates Hispanic films and filmmakers at the Nashville Film Festival, including feature films, shorts and the presentation of the Best Hispanic Film Award.
- September 30: Launch of FuturoListo (Future Ready), a digital-skills training program presented with the Nashville Business Incubation Center. Session One will focus on QuickBooks Online: Principios Básicos. The day will also include the NAHCC Women in Business Panel Discussion and Business Showcase with TSBDC.
- October 1: NAHCC in the News: About Our City and Our Stories
- October 4: NAHCC Celebrating Arts & Entertainment Business Networking Mixer in partnership with Acme.
- October 12: NAHCC recognizes Indigenous Peoples’ Day.
- October 13: FuturoListo Session Two: Build Your Team the Right Way, presented with the Nashville Business Incubation Center.
Additional programs include the NAHCC Foundation’s Bridging Narratives program and its Stories Through Art initiative, as well as upcoming sessions of Sueña (Dream It!) featuring entrepreneur Mikey Corona, and Building Strong Latino Communities Business Leaders roundtable.
Registration requirements and event details vary. View the complete and continuously updated NAHCC 2026 Hispanic Heritage Month Calendar.
Interested in participating or supporting the celebration? Call 615-216-5737 for additional information.
#NAHCC #Unity in Community #Celebrate #HispanicHeritageMonth2026
| | Celebrating the Many Stories Within Hispanic Heritage | | |
This Hispanic Heritage Month, the Nashville Area Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Foundation (NAHCC Foundation) is bringing its Bridging Narratives program into classrooms and educational spaces across Nashville to explore the diversity that exists within Hispanic and Latino communities.
Through artists, culture bearers, musicians, and educators, students are encountering distinct histories and lived experiences—from Indigenous and Mexican traditions, to Afro-Puerto Rican and Afro-Latino heritage, to Mexican-American and Tejano musical roots.
The message connecting these experiences is simple: there is no single Hispanic or Latino story.
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Tuesday, September 11, 18, 25 / October 2 - 3:30pm - 5:15pm
Stories Through Art
Exploring Hispanic & Indigenous Roots Through Art, Storytelling & Tradition
The NAHCC Foundation launched Stories Through Art: A Bridging Narratives Initiative, a hands-on educational experience engaging students from Preston Taylor Ministries’ after-school program through visual art, cultural traditions, storytelling, movement, dialogue, reflection, and creative expression.
The initiative features Marco Vazquez, Mexican-American Visual Artist & Teaching Artist, whose work draws from his Mayan, Aztec, and Yaqui ancestry, and Maribel Padron, Aztec Traditional Dancer, Culture Bearer & Community Artist.
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This project is funded under a Grant Contract with the State of Tennessee.
This project is supported in part by the Tennessee Arts Commission, which receives support in part fromthe National Endowment for the , a federal agency.
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Monday, September 14, 8:15am
Bridging Narratives Program of the NAHCC Foundation
Afro-Latino Roots: Music, Culture & Identity
Featuring Sipho Dumasane
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Monday - Wednesday, September 14-16
NAHCC at USHCC National Conference
Professional development opportunity for Nashville Area Hispanic Chamber of Commerce members.
Contact us for more info 615-216-5737
Learn more...
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Wednesday, September 16, 3pm
The best opportunities often start with a conversation.
Join the Nashville Area Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and the Nashville Entrepreneur Center for the Founders Circles:
Founders of Color Happy Hour during 3686 at Brewing Connections. An hour of connection, community, and conversations with founders of color from across Nashville.
RSVP HERE
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Thursday, September 17 and Wednesday 18
NAHCC is a partner in The Future Way Forward Conference at the National Museum of African American Music.
On September 18, Yuri Cunza will speak on Leadership and Culture: Building a City Worth Belonging To.
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Friday, September 18, 3:30pm - 5:15pm
Stories Through Art, A Bridging Narratives Initiative of the NAHCC Foundation
Exploring Hispanic & Indigenous Roots Through Art, Storytelling & Tradition.
Featuring Marco Vazquez, Visual Artist & Teaching Artist, and Maribel Padron Rivera, Aztec Traditional Dancer & Culture Bearer
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Friday, September 18
Award-winning Mexican jazz vocalist Lucía makes her Nashville debut at Vanderbilt Blair School of Music on Friday, Sept. 18. A native of Veracruz, Lucía brings together the rich musical traditions of Latin America and American jazz.
Come early for a pre-concert Plaza Party celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month, featuring:
• A special performance by Vanderbilt student dance ensemble Ballet Folklórico Mexicano de Vanderbilt
Join us for an evening of food, music and Latin American culture at Vanderbilt.
SPECIAL OFFER FOR NAHCC MEMBERS: Use promo code NAHCC to receive 25% off tickets. (Offer good through Monday, Sept. 14.)
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Tuesday, September 22, 8am
Employer Rights and Responsibilities / Registration required. -- 8:00 AM (CT)
E-mail us to learn more: membership@nashvillehispanicchamber.com
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Friday, September 25, 3:30pm - 5:15pm
Stories Through Art, A Bridging Narratives Initiative of the NAHCC Foundation
Exploring Hispanic & Indigenous Roots Through Art, Storytelling & Tradition.
Featuring Marco Vazquez, Visual Artist & Teaching Artist, and Maribel Padron Rivera, Aztec Traditional Dancer & Culture Bearer
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Sunday, September 27 - 6pm
NAHCC at Nashville Film Festival Awards Ceremony - Presenting the annual NAHCC Best Hispanic Film Award at NaFF.
Learn more HERE
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Thursday, September 29, 8:30am
NAHCC's launch FuturoListo (Future Ready) a digital skills training in partnership with Nashville Business Incubation Center (NBIC).
Session #1: QuickBooks Online: Principios Básicos / 8:30 AM
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Wednesday, September 30, 9am to noon
Bridging Narratives Program of the NAHCC Foundation
Mexican-American & Tejano Roots: Music, Heritage & Cultural Identity
Featuring Rafael Vasquez, Musician & Founder of San Rafael Band
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Wednesday, September 30, 8pm
NAHCC at Nashville Film Festival
Closing Night Party at Flamingo Cocktail Club
Learn more...
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Wednesday, September 30, 6pm
NAHCC Women In Business Panel Discussion and Business Showcase - Presented by TSBDC
Hosted by TSU
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Thursday, October 1,
NAHCC in the News: About Our City and Our Stories
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Friday, October 2, 3:30pm - 5:15pm
Stories Through Art, A Bridging Narratives Initiative of the NAHCC Foundation
Exploring Hispanic & Indigenous Roots Through Art, Storytelling & Tradition.
Featuring Marco Vazquez, Visual Artist & Teaching Artist, and Maribel Padron Rivera, Aztec Traditional Dancer & Culture Bearer
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Sunday, October 4 - Starting at 4pm
NAHCC's Celebrate Arts & Entertainment in honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month in partnership with ACME
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Tuesday, October 6, 8am
Employer Rights and Responsibilities / Registration required. -- 8:00 AM (CT)
E-mail us to learn more: membership@nashvillehispanicchamber.com
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Tuesday, October 13, 8:30am
NAHCC's launch FuturoListo (Future Ready) a digital skills training in partnership with Nashville Business Incubation Center (NBIC).
Session #1: QuickBooks Online: Principios Básicos / 8:30 AM
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October 15: Official ending of National Hispanic Heritage Month
Each year, for 20 years now, from September 15 to October 15, the Nashville Area Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, with support from members and community partners, has hosted the most comprehensive calendar of events, recognizing the business, professional, civic, artistic, and cultural contributions of over 65.2 million Hispanics nationwide, including our growing Hispanic community in Nashville. JOIN US!
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Thursday, October 15
NAHCC's 22nd Business & Community Excellence Awards at
Belmont University - NAHCC Members, Board of Directors, Corporate and Community Partners, in attendance. RSVP required.
Closing event to recognize members, supporters and corporate and community partners. Every year from September 15 through October 15, the Nashville Area Hispanic Chamber of Commerce hosts the largest most comprehensive program "Recognizing the business, professional, civic, artistic and cultural contributions of more than 70.1 million Hispanics in the nation and our local Nashville community" Learn more...
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