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Alborada Spanish Dance Theatre presents "Feria de Sevilla" in a Taste of Spain

Sunday, June 25, 2023 @ 2:30pm



Parker Press Park
400 Rahway Ave, Woodbridge, NJ 07095

The Feria de Sevilla is a weeklong festival in Seville, Spain, where the local population gathers to celebrate their vibrant culture. Alborada recreates this special event with its own Feria de Sevilla. 

As part of the Woodbridge Family Cultural Event Series and opened by Mayor John E. McCormac, this event not only celebrates Spain's unique cultural heritage with New Jersey flair but also provides an enjoyable family-oriented event for all ages. The event is FREE to the public.

From 2:30pm to 6:00pm, you can enjoy an afternoon of colorful costumes, flying ruffles, clicking castanets, stomping feet, and spontaneous dancing throughout the park of the traditional Sevillanas; plus main stage Flamenco dance performances by Alborada’s professional company accompanied by live guitar, cajon, and Flamenco singer; all while you feast on delicious foods including paella and sangria, and shop for traditional Spanish items for sale.

Special Activities Include:

Learn How to Workshops: Twirl a Spanish Fan – Play Castanets – Play Cajon – Dance Flamenco

Get Creative: Arts and Crafts Activities

Just for fun: Pony Rides, Face Painting, Tarot Card Readings

Don’t forget to bring a lawn chair and transport yourself to Spain for a special afternoon with Alborada!

Rain Date: Sunday, July 2, 2023

For more information: call 732-598-3979 or visit www.alboradadance.org.

Sponsors include: Township of Woodbridge, BCB Community Bank, The UPS® Crecer Latino Business Resource Group, Monmouth Family Health Center Inc., Maglione’s Food Truck, Lola’s Latin Bistro, Colorful Face Painting




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