First Friday October 2026: Hispanic Heritage Month—Latin Dancing

FIRST FRIDAY OCTOBER 2026: HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH— MOVEMENT & HERITAGE SALSA, BACHATA, & CUMBIA DANCING, MUSIC, & MORE! Friday, October 2 • 6:00 – 10:00 PM For All Ages • Free • Please RSVP At The Bronx Museum (1040 Grand Concourse) The Bronx Museum stays open late the first Friday night of every month with fun and free events! For the October 2026 iteration of our First Friday, get ready to move! In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month 2026, The Bronx Museum presents Movement and Heritage, an all-ages party celebrating the vibrant dance styles and music of Latin America and the Caribbean. The evening kicks off at 6:00 PM with dance lessons led by Talía Castro Pozo Productions covering Cumbia, Bachata, and Salsa. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or stepping out for the very first time, you’ll feel the history, passion, and technique behind every step. Then, at 7:00 PM, the dance floor opens up for all movement with DJ Curly Nez spinning the absolute best in Latin music all night long. When you take a break to catch your breath, you can check out local vendor tables featuring items for sale as well as giveaways, plus enjoy complimentary light bites and drinks (while supplies last). Bring your family, bring your friends, and bring your energy—all ages are welcome to celebrate! The multifaceted performer keeping NYC Latin Culture thriving for the past 18 years. Talia is the Producer & Curator of Latin Mondays, Bryant Park Dance Party, Hudson River Park's Sunset Salsa to name a few. Her warm, fun & inclusive approach to dance events, enables New Yorkers to fall in love with Latin Dance & Latin Culture. She's also an accomplished Dancer, Actress & Choreographer, she's been the face of hundreds of commercials in the US and abroad as well as in Films, TV shows, Spokesperson & Latin Dance Expert, performing on stage since the age of 4. LEARN MORE>> CURLY NEZ is a proud Bronx native whose soundscape bridges the pulse of House, the soul of R&B, and the grooves of Latin rhythms infused with the spirit of her Afro-Puerto Rican roots. Her global approach to music has led her to share stages and spaces with Grammy Award-winning creatives such as Robert Glasper, bringing her dynamic energy to every crowd she touches. From spinning at the US Open, Gabriela's and House of Yes to electrifying nights at Deluxx Fluxx and venues throughout Puerto Rico, CURLY NEZ curates immersive musical journeys that move both body and soul. Every set is a celebration, a musical journey designed to uplift your spirit. LEARN MORE>> The Bronx Museum galleries will be closed during this First Friday event. Please join us on Friday, October 9, from 6–8 PM for our Fall 2026 Exhibitions Opening Celebration. Learn More & RSVP>> Groups of any size organized privately and through a school, community center, or other entity must register through our Group Tours form at least one week in advance of their visit. Due to capacity limitations, groups are not engaged through this program. Thank you for understanding. This event will include loud music.