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The Latin Music Awards Kentucky are celebrating their sixth edition on Saturday. Here’s wht the event in the Hispanic music scene is about.
This year’s award show is starting with a red carpet, followed by the award ceremony and a concert by Frankie Ruiz Jr. with the Mileno Salsa Band at 10 p.m.
“The awards ceremony will be an excellent opportunity to build bridges and promote understanding among different ethnicities and cultures in Kentucky,” according to the website. “Whether you’re a music enthusiast, an artist, or someone who loves to dance, the event promises to be an unforgettable experience.”
The award show has given 30 partial scholarships since 2019 to students in institutions around the city, including Bellarmine University and the University of Louisville. This year, 12 Latino students will receive partial scholarships, according to the Latin Music Awards Kentucky website.
“We eagerly anticipate providing 12 partial scholarships to Hispanic students currently enrolled or planning to enroll at the University of Louisville, School of Music, Bellarmine University, and Jefferson Community College,” the President of the Latin Music Awards Kentucky Israel Cuenca said. “Furthermore, we remain committed to supporting local Hispanic non-profit organizations in the area, including La Casita Center and Adelante Hispanic Achievers.”
Here’s what you need to know:
When are the Latin Music Awards Kentucky?
The sixth edition of the Latin Music Awards Kentucky are on Saturday, Sept. 21. There will be a red carpet at 7 p.m., the award ceremony will be from 8 to 10 p.m., Frankie Ruiz Jr. with the Mileno Salsa Band will play at 10 p.m. and the after party will be from 11 p.m. to 3 a.m.
Where are the Latin Music Awards Kentucky?
The sixth edition of the Latin Music Awards Kentucky are on Fourth Street Live, 411 S Fourth St.
The Latin Music Awards Kentucky have been held since 2019 and have 16 categories, according to a release.
The awards are “a unique event with an inclusive, fun, and multicultural environment that brings together diverse people of all ages to celebrate, dance, and recognize the best Latin music artists in Kentucky,” according to the release.
Are the artists nominated for the Latin Music Awards Kentucky Hispanic?
According to a press release, the nominated artists live in Kentucky and represent Latin American countries including Mexico, Cuba and Brazil.
Latin Music Awards Kentucky tickets
Tickets for the sixth edition of the Latin Music Awards Kentucky are available through Eventbrite. General admission tickets are free and people can buy VIP experiences.
Hispanic Heritage Month is between Sept. 15 and Oct. 15.
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