Dallas will welcome the holiday season with a vibrant, community‑focused celebration that brings together food, music, dance, and art for people of all ages. On Sunday, December 14, the Latino Cultural Center (LCC) will host a free event from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at its 2600 Live Oak St. location, inviting families to experience a modern twist on a cherished Latin American tradition.
What Is Fiestas Navideñas?
The event, called Las Fiestas Navideñas, is presented by the Latino Cultural Center and Texas Folklife. It is designed to bring the Dallas community together through shared experiences that honor longstanding customs while encouraging new ones. The goal is to preserve and celebrate the diverse cultural heritage of Texas and the evolving Latinx culture in the Metroplex.
Posadas: A Tradition Reimagined
Posadas, a Christmas tradition rooted in Latin America, are reinterpreted for contemporary times by the LCC and Texas Folklife. The partnership reflects the organizations’ shared commitment to preserving, celebrating, and promoting Latino arts and culture. By offering a modern version of the posada, the event honors old traditions for present and future generations.
Highlights of the Day
- Music and Dance: The program features performances by Rondalla Románticas de Dallas, Our Lady of Lourdes Matachines, Bombazo DFW, and Tenochtitlan Ballet Folklorico. DJ MC Big Vic opens the event, setting an energetic tone for the afternoon.
- Food and Drink: Attendees can enjoy hot chocolate paired with pan dulce, a sweet treat that echoes Latin American customs.
- Arts and Crafts: Traditional arts and crafts stations invite guests to create festive items inspired by cultural heritage.
- Treats for Children: Children and families receive a bag of candy while supplies last, adding a playful element to the celebration.
Community Impact and Accessibility
Las Fiestas Navideñas is a free family event open to the public, and no RSVP is required. The LCC’s mission—to serve as a catalyst for the preservation, development, and promotion of Latino arts and culture in Dallas—guides the event’s inclusive approach. Texas Folklife, a statewide nonprofit dedicated to celebrating diverse cultures through music, story, foodways, and community‑based arts, reinforces this mission by partnering on the event.
The LCC is a division of the City of Dallas Office of Arts and Culture. Located at 2600 Live Oak St., Dallas, Texas 75204, the center operates from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. For additional information, visitors can call 214‑671‑0045 or visit lcc.dallasculture.org.
How to Join
The event will take place on Sunday, December 14, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Latino Cultural Center, 2600 Live Oak St., Dallas. The event is free, open to all, and requires no prior registration. Families are encouraged to bring a sense of curiosity and a willingness to explore traditions that have shaped the community.
Takeaway
- Las Fiestas Navideñas unites Dallas residents through shared food, music, dance, and craft.
- The event honors the posada tradition while adapting it for modern audiences.
- Texas Folklife and the Latino Cultural Center collaborate to preserve and celebrate Texas’s diverse cultural heritage.
Join the celebration and help keep these traditions alive for future generations.
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