La Fiesta del Pueblo

Purpose of La Fiesta del Pueblo

• To strengthen the network of Hispanic area residents.
• To promote cultural awareness among residents of South Georgia.
• To provide opportunities for Hispanics to gain visibility in the community.
• To promote a sense of pride and unity among Hispanics.
• To share information on health, education, community activities, youth organizations and social services.

History

• 1993–Hispanic Teens Photography Project.
• 1994–Bilingual/Bi-cultural Girl Scout Troops.
• 1995–Folkloric dance presentations by Girl Scouts.
• 1996–First Fiesta del Pueblo in Omega.
• 1999–La Fiesta moves to Downtown Tifton.
• 2003–La Fiesta moves to Fulwood Park

Highlights

• No admission fee.
• Non-stop entertainment throughout the day.
• Food vendors.
• Educational and health booths.
• Free children’s activities.
• Street dance in the evening