September 21
11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Free Admission
FONZ celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with an annual fiesta at the National Zoo. With animal demonstrations, Hispanic and Latino music, costumed dancers, traditional crafts, and Latin American foods, the event offers something for everyone.
Zoo scientists will be on hand throughout the event to discuss field research being conducting in Latin American countries.
Crafts available for sale will include handmade jewelry, sweaters, clay sculptures, bags, finger puppets, and drums.
Please note: This event is not peanut-free. Please be aware that we cannot guarantee that traces of nuts are not present in food products available at the event.
Become a Sponsor
The annual attendance at this event is 20,000 to 25,000. Sponsors receive a booth space, ID on entrance gate banners, in-print advertising, website, promotional fliers, programs, and more.
