Published by New Jersey Stage
originally published: 08/27/2025
(PARAMUS, NJ) -- Westfield Garden State Plaza (GSP) will honor Hispanic Heritage Month on September 19, 2025 with the return of Salsa Night, featuring world-renowned Latin performer Tito Puente, Jr., son of legendary mambo musician Tito Puente. Following the success of the mall's inaugural Salsa Night in 2024, this year's event has been expanded to deliver an even more vibrant and immersive cultural experience. Admission is free.
The second annual Hispanic Heritage Month celebration will take place outside near Fogo de Chão and Seasons 52 and will feature two 45-minute live performances by Tito Puente Jr. and his 10-piece orchestra at 6:30pm and 7:45pm. Guests will enjoy an evening filled with high-energy salsa music, dancing, and community spirit that pays tribute to the rich traditions of Latin culture.
“This event is more than a concert—it’s a celebration of music, heritage, and community that brings people together from across North Jersey and beyond,” said Wesley Rebisz, CSM, Senior General Manager of Westfield Garden State Plaza. “We are thrilled to welcome an iconic entertainer like Tito Puente, Jr. to Westfield Garden State Plaza and look forward to dancing the night away with our guests.”
The program is free and open to the public, with plenty of opportunity to dance, dine, and celebrate Hispanic heritage. Attendees can also enjoy special food and beverage offerings from Westfield Garden State Plaza restaurants throughout the evening, as well as give-a-ways, limited- time retailer promotions, and a spin wheel. Gates to the celebration open at 5:00 pm with a live DJ spinning Latin hits to get the party started.
For more information and to register to attend the fiesta, click here. Westfield Garden State Plaza is located at One Garden State Plaza in Paramus, New Jersey.
Event Schedule
5:00pm Latin Hits w/DJ
6:30pm Tito Puente Jr. & Orchestra
7:15pm Latin Hits w/DJ
7:45pm Tito Puente Jr. & Orchestra
The event is FREE and open to the public, with plenty of opportunity to dance, dine, and celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month!
Westfield Garden State Plaza (GSP) is the ultimate destination for fashion, dining and entertainment located just minutes from Manhattan. Anchored by Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom and Macy's, the property features over 230 fashion stores which including Abercombie & Fitch, J Crew, and Zara, complemented by the center’s luxury district, which is home to Burberry, Ferragamo, Gucci, and many more. Lifestyle and tech stores include among others, Apple, Razer, and Tesla, alongside 40+ unparalleled dining choices, anchored by The Capital Grille, Eddie V’s, and Fogo de Chao. The center’s approximately 20 million visitors can also discover enjoy some of New Jersey’s best entertainment under one roof, including a 16 screen AMC Theater, Pinstripes Bowling and Bocce, and Planet Playskool.
GSP is easily accessible by public transportation or car and is conveniently located at the intersections of Route 4 and Route 17 and is close to the Garden State Parkway. The center offers year-round free parking.
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