Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 each year to acknowledge the history and contributions of individuals with roots in Spain, Mexico, Central America, South America and the Spanish-speaking nations of the Caribbean.

Richmond and surrounding communities will recognize Hispanic Heritage Month during the First Responders Cultural Festival Community Cup soccer tournament in Chesterfield County on Sept. 30. The free event is a partnership between the City of Richmond, Virginia State Police and Chesterfield and Henrico counties. In addition to the soccer tournament, there will be a children’s play zone, multicultural market, food trucks, first responders’ vehicles, entertainment and information booths.

The family-oriented event is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the River City Sportsplex, 13030 Genito Road. Gates open at 9 a.m.

Also on Saturday, Sept. 30, the Science Museum of Virginia and Radio Poder 1380 AM will present the second annual ¡Virginia Fiesta! from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The event will be a day-long celebration of science and culture that will highlight the contributions of the Hispanic community in Virginia. It will include a community fair, live demonstrations, workshops, food trucks and vendors and cultural performances.

During ¡Virginia Fiesta!, Science Museum admission is $10 per person. Event activities in the Rotunda do not require admission. Science Museum members and children two and younger, as well as active duty military, retired military, veterans and teachers with ID receive free admission. Discounted tickets are available through the Museums for All program. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.smv.org/explore/things-to-do/virginia-fiesta.