About Hostos Center for the Arts & Culture

Named the “the powerful locus of Latino Art” by The New York Times, the Hostos Center is recognized nationally as a leader in Latino and African-based programming. An integral part of Hostos Community College/CUNY, the Center serves as a cultural hub for students, faculty and staff, as well as the greater community at large.

Every year our programming features over 20 performances - from Hip Hop to Latin Jazz, Salsa to Chamber Music, Theater to Film, Dance, and more.

As a dynamic force dedicated to enhancing the cultural and artistic life of the Bronx and New York City, Hostos Center plays a central role in providing accessible programs that celebrate the artistic richness of our communities.

We look forward to welcoming you in person.

Hostos Center events are sponsored by the Hostos Community College Foundation with funds from the: National Endowment for the Arts, the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council, the Coalition of Theaters of Color, the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature, the Howard Gilman Foundation, Booth Ferris Foundation, The Mosaic Network and Fund in The New York Community Trust, and the Office of New York City Councilmember Rafael Salamanca, Jr.

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UPCOMING EVENTS
To see all of the Fall 2025 Season, click here.

LOS RIVERA DESTINO

Celebrate the season with Salsa Navidad! The three-time Grammy award-winning Spanish Harlem Orchestra returns to Hostos Center, led by Oscar Hernández, featuring Hermán Olivera and Edwin Colón Zayas. Experience Puerto Rican pride, sizzling salsa dura, and joyful holiday rhythms in a night of unforgettable music and festive spirit. ¡Que viva la Navidad!


Kwanzaa 2025

Join us for our Annual Kwanzaa Ceremony – celebrating the principal of Ujima: Collective Work and Responsibility. The evening will feature a special performance of music and dance by the African dance collective Arts in Blue. A cultural and communal event for the entire family, celebrating the sever guiding principles of African Heritage.


Papo Vázquez’ HOLIDAY JAZZ & LATIN JAZZ PARRANDA

Papo Vázquez
Holiday Jazz
& Latin Jazz Parranda

TWO DAYTIME PERFORMANCES

Thursday | Dec 18 | 11:00 a.m.
Thursday | Dec 18 | 12:30 p.m.


Celebrate the holidays with Hostos Center and Papo Vázquez in this special 50-minute daytime performance of Holiday Jazz & Latin Jazz Parranda featuring his band and special guest Camille Thurman!




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