Aquí y Ahora is KEXP’s annual celebration of the contributions, resilience, and music of Latinx, Hispanic, and Latino-identified communities across the U.S. in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, September 15 through October 15.
Since 2018, KEXP has marked the month through special programming, live performances, conversations, podcasts, community gatherings, and editorial projects designed to amplify voices and create even more space for the music, artists, stories, and communities we celebrate year-round.
On this page, you will explore highlights from Aquí y Ahora 2026, including our 24-hour kickoff, Live on KEXP sessions, podcasts, community programming, and our September 25th gathering in Seattle.
Tune in Monday, September 14th, as KEXP kicks off Aquí y Ahora with 24 hours of special on-air programming, from 5 AM PT Monday through 5 AM PT Tuesday.
Hear special programming, conversations, stories, and tons of great music throughout the day as KEXP kicks off its annual celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.
Listen on 90.3 FM Seattle, 92.7 FM Bay Area, and KEXP.org.
5–7 AM — Early
Eva Walker
7–10 AM — The Morning Show
Albina Cabrera
Guest: Estela Ortega, Executive Director at Centro de la Raza
10 AM–1 PM — The Midday Show
Mike Ramos
1–4 PM — The Afternoon Show
Larry Mizell Jr.
4–7 PM — Drive Time
Riz Rollins
Special programming including interviews with Dr. Christopher Mena and Ángela Ortez-Zarate, plus music and a conversation with Seattle duo Lucha Luna, highlighting Latin music, culture, food, education, and community in Washington.
7–10 PM — El Sonido
Goyri
10 PM–1 AM — KEXP at Night
Sean
1–5 AM — Overnight
Mike Ramos
KEXP’s Aquí y Ahora celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with Hermanos Gutiérrez, Live on KEXP from the Gathering Space on Friday, September 25th at noon.
We’re also teaming up with the Consulate of Mexico in Seattle and MexAm Fest for a day celebrating Latin music, culture, and community, featuring Latinx vendors, DJ sets, community organizations, brief community mic moments, and more.
Join us in the KEXP Gathering Space from 10 AM to 5 PM. It’s free, all-ages, and open to the public.
