Puerto Rican Heritage Celebration New York City
New York City

Celebración
Boricua

The NYC Puerto Rican Heritage Celebration — kept alive by our community, for our community.

Music · Food · Dance · Culture · Pride

Our Story

Keeping the
Tradition Alive

For generations, Gracie Mansion hosted an annual Puerto Rican Heritage Celebration to honor the culture, history, and contributions of Puerto Ricans in New York City — held every June.

This year, when the traditional celebration was no longer welcomed at Gracie Mansion, our community decided to continue the tradition ourselves because our culture, history, and people deserve to be celebrated.

Keeping the Tradition Alive

For generations, an annual Puerto Rican Heritage Celebration honored the culture, history, and contributions of Puerto Ricans in New York City. When the traditional celebration was no longer welcomed, our community decided to continue the tradition ourselves.

Community-Led & Community-Owned

Puerto Ricans helped shape New York City and opened doors for Latino communities across the city. We will continue honoring our heritage, our music, our food, and our unity for future generations.

Our Culture Deserves to Be Celebrated

Our culture, history, and people deserve to be celebrated openly and proudly. This celebration welcomes everyone — Puerto Rican, Latino, and all supporters of cultural unity and community empowerment.

"Puerto Ricans helped shape New York City and opened doors for Latino communities across the city. We will continue honoring our heritage for future generations."

— Puerto Rican Heritage NYC
The Celebration

What to Expect

An evening filled with the best of Puerto Rican culture — open to all, free for all.

Live Music

Live Music

Salsa, bomba, plena, and more — live performances celebrating the full spectrum of Puerto Rican music.

Authentic Cuisine

Authentic Cuisine

Pernil, arroz con gandules, quesitos, coquito, piña coladas — the flavors of the island, right here in New York.

Cultural Performances

Cultural Performances

Traditional dance, community speakers, local leaders, and family-friendly activities for all ages.

Boricua Pride

Boricua Pride

A celebration of Puerto Rican history, identity, and the community that has shaped New York City.

Join Us

Be Part of
the Tradition

Join us as we keep the spirit of Puerto Rican culture alive in New York City.

Pacha New York

140 Stewart Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237

Puerto Rican Heritage

June, 11th 2026 - 6:00 PM