SUNRISE, Fla. - In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month beginning on Sept. 15, the Florida Panthers today announced their annual ‘Celebration of Hispanic Excellence’ series, recognizing South Florida residents making a difference in the local community.
The Panthers ‘Celebration of Hispanic Excellence’ program recognizes individuals nominated by their peers, colleagues, families or friends for the positive impact they are making in South Florida and beyond. This includes business owners, educators, creators, healthcare workers, public servants, executives and more.
These honorees’ stories will be highlighted throughout Hispanic Heritage Month at FloridaPanthers.com and on Panthers social media platforms at @FlaPanthers and @FlaPanthersCARE.
Additionally, the Panthers will host Vamos Gatos Night powered by Ford on Thursday, Oct. 15 vs. the Vancouver Canucks at Amerant Bank Arena. This year’s ‘Hispanic Excellence’ honorees will be recognized during the game. Fans can purchase a special Vamos Gatos ticket package which includes a Panthers cafetera. Special Vamos Gatos jerseys designed by Natalia Marin will be available exclusively for purchase at ‘Inside the Boards’ inside Amerant Bank Arena in addition to a limited-edition merchandise collection.
The Panthers in partnership with Ford will host a Vamos Gatos Block Party on Friday, Sept. 18 at Domino Park in Miami. The community can enjoy games, inflatables, floorball, mascot appearances and more from 6-8 p.m. (ET).
For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit SeatGeek.com or FloridaPanthers.com/ThemeNights.
