Each year during Hispanic Heritage Month, huge celebrations can be expected across the U.S. to showcase the awe-inspiring diversity and culture of Spanish-speaking people and their descendants.

But this year, the Trump administration's immigration crackdowns, a federally led English-only initiatives and an anti-diversity, equity and inclusion climate have put a cloud over the joyous celebrations.

Marked each year from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, the month is a chance for many in the U.S. to learn about and celebrate the contributions of Hispanic cultures, the country’s fastest-growing racial or ethnic minority, according to the U.S. Census.

The group includes people whose ancestors come from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.

More than 68 million people identify as ethnically Hispanic in the U.S., according to the latest census estimates.

Events typically include traditional Latin foods and entertainment like mariachi bands, folklórico and salsa lessons. The intent is to showcase the culture of Mexico, Puerto Rico, Venezuela and other Latin countries.

But, President Donald Trump's workplace raids with masked ICE agents at farms, manufacturing plants and elsewhere — which have even included detaining legal residents — have led some to fear public outings.

Another obstacle heritage celebrations face is being seen as DEI programming — something Trump has actively dismantled at federal agencies. Some companies and universities have followed suit.

Early in September, organizers of a Mexican Independence festival in Chicago announced it would be postponed due to Trump’s promises of an immigration crackdown in the city. A new date has not yet been announced.

Though Mexican Independence Day falls on Sept. 16, celebrations in Chicago span more than a week and draw hundreds of thousands of participants for lively parades, festivals, street parties and caravans.

Chicago Latino leaders called on residents to remain peaceful while protesting during Mexican Independence Day celebrations, arguing that Trump would use any unrest as justification for sending federal troops to the city.

Other events that have been cancelled include the Hispanic Heritage Festival of the Carolinas, Hispanic Heritage Fest in Kenner, Louisiana and FIESTA Indianapolis.