Hispanic Heritage Month
National Hispanic Heritage Month is Sept. 15 – Oct. 15. MARTA is celebrating the contributions and culture of our Latino community, riders, and employees all month long!
Want to learn more about National Hispanic Heritage Month? Check out these resources from the
Smithsonian National Museum of the American Latino.
Employee Spotlight
Follow MARTA on Instagram as we highlight and celebrate Latino and Hispanic employees throughout the month.
Instagram
Latin Sounds
Tune into this curated Spotify playlist featuring music from Latin and Hispanic artists.
Spotify Playlist
Hispanic Heritage Month Events
Latin Music & MARTA Market
Thursday, Oct. 3 // 3 - 6 PM
College Park MARTA Station
Enjoy live Latin tunes from members of the Willie Ziavino and the C.O.T. Band. Plus, MARTA Market will have fresh produce, delicious samples for you to taste test, and recipe cards for you try at home.
Customer & Community Appreciation
Thursday, Oct. 3 // 3 - 6 PM
Chamblee MARTA Station
Listen to Latin music by DJ Labonita, enjoy prizes and light refreshments while supplies last, and check out info and activities from community partners. PLUS, our limited edition, co-branded Atlanta United merchandise is for sale exclusively at this event!
More Hispanic Heritage Month Events Around Town
There’s more! Take MARTA to a variety of events celebrating Latino and Hispanic heritage all month long.
Discover Atlanta
Latino-Owned Restaurants & Businesses
MARTA encourages you to support Latino-owned businesses and restaurants in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month and all year long! There are many amazing options across the metro region. But don’t take our word for it - here are some recommendations from others:
Access Atlanta: 10 Hispanic Owned Business in Metro Atlanta
Secret Atlanta: 12 Latinx Owned Restaurants
Thrillest: How to Support Latino-Owned Businesses in Atlanta
GA Latin American Chamber of Commerce: Business Directory Search