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Howlin at the moon Naperville | DuPage Hispanic Alliance

Howlin' at the Moon (21+)

Join us at Howlin' at the Moon, October 25 & 26, 5–10 p.m. at Naper Settlement! This adults-only Halloween bash (21+) features thrilling performances, live music, food, and drinks. As a proud partner, the DuPage Hispanic Alliance invites you to experience the vibrant Día de los Muertos celebration, showcasing Mexican culture through art and live performances. Don’t miss this exciting night!

Naper Settlement, 523 S Webster St, Naperville, IL 60540

October 14-15, 2024

5:00PM-10:00PM

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14 - 15

DEC

Latin American Marketplace

Mark your calendars, the DuPage Hispanic Alliance is hosting the Midwest’s largest artisan Latin American Marketplace. Find authentic, unique and rare items from a variety of countries south of the border. Vendors will be selling everything from hand-crafted clothing, artisan jewelry, bi-lingual literature, mouth-watering pastries and so much more. This is not any artisan market; it is a one-of-a-kind experience that normally requires a passport. December 14-15 Fox Valley Mall

Fox Valley Mall, Aurora, IL

December 14-15, 2024

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SEPT

Wheaton Festival of Cultures

Memorial Park

Sept 14, 2024

1:00PM-5:00PM

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Past Events

Latin American Marketplace

DHA partnered with a network of Latino vendors that brought authentic products, food and experiences to Fox Valley Mall.

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Día de los Reyes Magos

DHA held a toy drive to celebrate Día de Reyes for all the kids who attended the celebration at Sugar Milk Cafe.

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Dia de los Muertos - Sugar Skull City

DHA worked with Athziry Dia de Muertos on event during Sugar Skull City in Aurora for the Day of the Dead.

Arts in the Dark Parade

DHA walked with Gloria Contreras of Xicantl during the Arts in the Dark Parade on State Street in Chicago.

Hispanic Adventures Coloring Contest

Naperville Public Libraries is hosting the Hispanic Adventures coloring contest. There are 5 preview pages of the 70 pages Hispanic Adventures coloring book coming out in 2024.

Wheaton Festival of Culture

DHA worked with the Wheaton Community Relationship Commission to bring two large Mojiangas to Memorial Park in Wheaton. DHA also provided Alebrije coloring pages.

Naperville Hispanic Heritage Festival

DHA worked with the Naperville Sister Cities to bring cultural children's activities, photo ops, and community art to Central Park in Naperville.

Naperville Riverwalk Fine Art Fair

DHA worked with the Naperville Art League to bring children's activities, community coloring, huge Alebrijes and Mojiangas to the Naperville Riverwalk.

Aurora Puerto Rican Festival

DHA worked the Aurora Puerto Rican Cultural Council to provide children's activities at the Aurora Puerto Rican Festival. Activities included bracelet making, a community art project, and pictures with traditional Taíno headdresses.

Frida Fest

DHA worked with Athziry Dia de Muertos to create a colorful image of Mexican icon Frida Kahlo at Fox Yard at the Fox Valley Mall. Festival goers helped participate in this project.

Games Around the World

DHA worked with Kid's Matter to provide games from Mexico, Guatemala, Panama, Colombia and Ecuador at Frontier Park in Naperville. Games included Loteria, Balero, and soccer.

Ofrenda Competition at Santori Library

DHA competed against seven other competitors for the best ofrenda at Santori Library in downtown Aurora.