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About LATINYC

LATINYC Is a Cultural Experience

New York City Latin culture is diverse and growing.

From the Latin Grammys, to the Hispanic Theater Festival (TeatroStageFest), to the Latin Alternative Music Conference (LMAC), to the New York International Latino Film Festival, to People en Español Fiesta, to Fiesta Cup, New York City celebrates Latin culture.

New York City is attracting and producing new events and shows and helping develop new Latin talent. Join us and experience the best of LATINYC.

Here are some facts about the Hispanic/Latino population in NYC.*

Latino population is 2,221,906 strong and growing
Latino population makes up 27.9 percent of the total NYC population
Latino population is the most diverse than any other city in the U.S.
  - Caribbean, Central America, South America and North America
Over 42 percent of the Latino population is under 25 years old
The Latino population in NYC is more likely to have completed high school and
attained higher levels of educational than in other equivalent cities
Latino retail spending purchasing power in New York is over $30.7 billion**

New York City Is the Capital of the World
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  *Source: Population Division, U.S. Census Bureau, Release Date: May 17, 2007;
    2005 American Community Survey (ACS) and Census 2000
**Source: HispanTelligence


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