A Community Event to Uplift and Give Back!

Latino Heritage Celebration & Fundraiser-Uplifting Culture. Holding Space. Building Solidarity.

When: Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 3pm-7pm.

Where: Open Space Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave, Bend, OR 97701

Free & family-friendly

This October, in honor of Latino Heritage Month, The Environmental Center (TEC) aims to organize a community-led celebration that highlights Latine culture, creativity, and resilience. This event will also mobilize collective support for migrant and immigrant families in Central Oregon, and we would greatly appreciate your support.

Why This Event?

The Environmental Center is using its platform to co-host this community event, focusing on the Latine community, art, food, dance, small businesses, hair and beauty, culture, and music. This event is not a fundraiser for TEC; rather, it's about standing in solidarity with those in our community who experience systemic harm, including ongoing ICE targeting and displacement. We aim to find strength together through joy, tradition, healing, and mutual aid. All donations raised will directly support local efforts, including food assistance, emergency needs, and direct help for families. We will coordinate with the Latino Community Association and Immigration Counseling services to determine where to donate funds. 100% of proceeds will be donated to LCA to support immigrant families and those targeted by ICE.

What will this be?

The event will feature local food, art, music, dance, and vendors, all centered around Latine culture. It's an opportunity to celebrate together and raise funds for local migrant and immigrant families facing hardship, especially those affected by ICE activity in Central Oregon.

This will be a free public event, open to everyone, with free participation for Latine vendors, performers, and creatives. While suggested donations at the door are welcome, they are not required.