Our Story
About Entra
a La Plaza
Entra a La Plaza is Abilene Christian University's signature Hispanic Heritage Month celebration — a vibrant gathering that honors the traditions, stories, and contributions of Hispanic communities through music, dance, food, faith, and family.
Our Pillars
Six pillars guide everything we do — each one a thread in the rich tapestry of our celebration.
Family
Rooted in the warmth of familia, this event brings generations together.
Community
Building bridges across cultures and connecting the ACU community.
Faith
Grounded in faith, we celebrate the spiritual heritage of Hispanic communities.
Culture
Honoring traditions, art, music, dance, and food that define our heritage.
Celebration
A joyful fiesta of life, laughter, and lasting memories.
Heritage
Preserving and sharing the rich stories and contributions of Hispanic communities.
Our Journey
From a small campus gathering to Abilene's premier cultural celebration.
The Beginning
Hispanos Unidos originated Entra a La Plaza as a student group event celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month.
The Beginning
Hispanos Unidos originated Entra a La Plaza as a student group event celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month.
Introduce Live Entertainment
Brought live entertainment to the plaza, headlined by Bidi Bidi Banda, the beloved Selena tribute band.
Introduce Live Entertainment
Brought live entertainment to the plaza, headlined by Bidi Bidi Banda, the beloved Selena tribute band.
Venue Change
The event moved under the Office of Intercultural Engagement and Belonging, led in collaboration with Hispanos Unidos, and relocated to the heart of the ACU community — creating more visibility. Attendance doubled with greater Abilene engagement.
Venue Change
The event moved under the Office of Intercultural Engagement and Belonging, led in collaboration with Hispanos Unidos, and relocated to the heart of the ACU community — creating more visibility. Attendance doubled with greater Abilene engagement.
Record Attendance
Over 500+ guests celebrated with expanded activities and live entertainment.
Record Attendance
Over 500+ guests celebrated with expanded activities and live entertainment.
Havana Nights
Expanded with more activities than ever and introduced the dazzling Havana Nights theme, bringing Cuban flair to the fiesta.
Havana Nights
Expanded with more activities than ever and introduced the dazzling Havana Nights theme, bringing Cuban flair to the fiesta.
35th Anniversary
Celebrating 35 years with the vibrant Miami Nights theme and welcoming back Bidi Bidi Banda — hoping to reach 700+ in attendance.
35th Anniversary
Celebrating 35 years with the vibrant Miami Nights theme and welcoming back Bidi Bidi Banda — hoping to reach 700+ in attendance.
Our Commitment
Abilene Christian University is committed to celebrating the traditions, stories, and contributions of Hispanic communities. Through Entra a La Plaza, we create a space where culture is honored, faith is celebrated, and everyone belongs. This is more than an event — it's a movement of belonging.