Fiesta Latina – A Celebration of Heritage, Heart, and Harmony
Fiesta Latina is more than a celebration. It is a vibrant tribute to the colors, spirit, and traditions of Latin America. Rooted in the cultural richness of Mexico and the greater Hispanic world, this high-energy event unites communities through the universal languages of music, dance, food, art, and connection.
From the joyful sounds of mariachi and Afro-Latin rhythms to the swirling movements of folklórico and salsa, Fiesta Latina celebrates the cultural fusion of indigenous, Spanish, and African roots. This is heritage you do not just see; you feel it, taste it, and live it.
What to Experience:
- Craft and Culture: Create colorful Papel Picado, whimsical Alebrijes, and festive Piñatas while exploring the meaning behind traditions like Día de los Muertos
- Music and Dance: Move to the rhythms of salsa, cumbia, and other regional dances that bring generations together in celebration
- Games of Tradition: Join in classic Latin games like Lotería, Canicas, Palo Seco, Carreras de Sacos, and of course, the beloved Piñata. Delight in games that blend joy with tradition
- Flavors of Latin America: Enjoy a culinary journey featuring dishes from Mexico, the Caribbean, Central and South America. Each recipe tells a story of heritage, family, and flavor
- Adventure and Service: Cool off at our private pool, then make a meaningful impact by participating in community action with local people of Cuernavaca. Build bonds through shared purpose.
- Inspiration to Share: Leave with new skills, memories, and cultural insights you can bring home. Whether it is hosting your own fiesta or sharing traditions with your troop or patrol, you will carry the spirit of Fiesta Latina with you.
Celebrate Culture. Embrace Community. Live the Fiesta with your family, a group, your troop/unit, or coming solo (18+). This event is your chance to connect, grow, and experience something truly extraordinary.
Fiesta Latina invites you to experience the joy, unity, and pride that define Hispanic heritage. Come curious and leave inspired. Start planning your journey today to Nuestra Cabaña today by booking your space!
Package Includes:
- 7 nights of accommodation at Nuestra Cabaña in comfortable dormitory-style shared lodging
- All meals (from dinner on the first day through breakfast on last day). We are capable of catering to special dietary requirements
- The weeklong program incorporates international connection with Global Girl Guides/Girl Scouts; programming with smallgroup workshops, leadership development, and ceremonies; cultural immersion through song, dance, storytelling, crafts, local Mexican traditions; environmental and sustainability competency; free time for participants to explore, swim, rest, or relax; reflection and growth via evening programs, sharing, leadership sessions
- World Centre experience learning new crosscultural understanding and environmental awareness; while growing confidence through defined learning outcomes for the participants
- Community action through meaningful, handson service projects with local community partners in need. Make the world a better place as you support our local Mexican organizations
- Guided Day Trip(s) may include Tepoztlán (mystical mountain town with a hilltop pyramid and vibrant artisan markets); Taxco (colonial silver town with winding cobbled streets and famed silver workshops); Jardines de México (grand botanical gardens showcasing themed plant landscapes); Grutas de Cacahuamilpa (guided tour through an extensive cave system with stalactites & chambers); Xochicalco (UNESCO World Heritage site featuring the well-preserved ruins of a fortified pre-Columbian city in Mexico); OR Downtown Cuernavaca (stroll through this temperate-city’s plazas, historic churches, gardens and craft market). Destination(s) vary depending on a variety of factors present at the time of the event.
- Support from and talent of Nuestra Cabaña Staff/Volunteer Team during the program and excursions