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Ballet Folklórico Mexicano de Nueva York Presents: “La Guelaguetza”
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- When:
- July 26, 2026 · 12:00 PM
- Where:
- Socrates Sculpture Park, 35-01 Vernon Boulevard, Long Island City, United States
- Source:
- Things to do in Queens
It’s Ballet Folklórico Mexicano de Nueva York (BFMNY)‘s 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.” This summer celebration originated in 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 off
Outdoor activityGeneral PublicFestivalRsvp RequiredPublic