Guelaguetza with Ballet Folklórico Mexicano de Nueva York

Guelaguetza with Ballet Folklórico Mexicano de Nueva York @ Socrates Sculpture Park
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Guelaguetza with Ballet Folklórico Mexicano de Nueva York
It’s Ballet Folklórico Mexicano de Nueva York (BFMNY)‘s 11th Annual Guelaguetza Festival and that’s something to celebrate! The term guelaguetza is a Zapotec word meaning “offering” or also “reciprocal exchange of gifts and services” and we’re excited to take part. This summer celebration originated on Oaxaca City, Mexico, where representatives of the eight regions of Oaxaca gather together wearing traditional costumes to dance, sing, and give gifts to the crowd; creating strong bonds between the different regions. Each region offers a unique contribution to the festivities – like the much-loved “Dance of the Pineapple!” BFMNY has been sharing their passion for Mexican cultural heritage and tradition with New Yorkers for over 35 years. The celebration will begin at 12pm and end at 6pm at Socrates Sculpture Park in Long Island CIty, Queens. With performances from Banda La Grande De NY – Que Machin, Zaadxil Danza de los Zancudos, and Ballet Folklorico Guadalupano, Staten Island.
Date and Time
July 30, 2023 @ 12:00 pm America/New York Timezone
Location
Socrates Sculpture Park
32-01 Vernon Boulevard Long Island City
NY 11106
Tags
Ballet ballet folklorico culture Hispanic Music and Dance
Categories
Concert For Adults For the Family Outdoors Special Event Theater
Contact
Socrates Sculpture Park
718 956 1819
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It’s Ballet Folklórico Mexicano de Nueva York (BFMNY)‘s 11th Annual Guelaguetza Festival and that’s something to celebrate! The term guelaguetza is a Zapotec word meaning “offering” or also “reciprocal exchange of gifts and services” and we’re excited to take part.

This summer celebration originated on Oaxaca City, Mexico, where representatives of the eight regions of Oaxaca gather together wearing traditional costumes to dance, sing, and give gifts to the crowd; creating strong bonds between the different regions. Each region offers a unique contribution to the festivities – like the much-loved “Dance of the Pineapple!” BFMNY has been sharing their passion for Mexican cultural heritage and tradition with New Yorkers for over 35 years.

The celebration will begin at 12pm and end at 6pm at Socrates Sculpture Park in Long Island CIty, Queens. With performances from Banda La Grande De NY – Que Machin, Zaadxil Danza de los Zancudos, and Ballet Folklorico Guadalupano, Staten Island.