Colombian Fire Concert: Tres Raíces – Indigenous, African, Spanish

Experience the color, rhythm, and soul of Colombia in this dynamic stage performance by Danzas Genericas de Colombia, a nationally celebrated dance company known for their high-energy shows and powerful cultural storytelling.

Tres Raíces ("Three Roots") honors the three foundational cultures that shape Colombia’s identity:

🌿 Indigenous – honoring ancestral rituals and relationship to land

🪘 African – pulsing with rhythm, resistance, and joy

💃🏽 Spanish – fusing folkloric and colonial-era influences

The evening will take you on a journey across regions and histories — featuring traditional costumes, live percussion, vibrant choreographies, and heartfelt narratives that bring Colombia’s mestiza (mixed) heritage to life. From ceremonial dances to celebratory rhythms, this concert is both visually stunning and deeply moving.

Perfect for all ages, this is more than a performance — it’s a cultural experience, a celebration of resilience, and a chance to connect through movement and music.

✨ Tickets:

$20 for adults

$10 for children (12 & under)

🎟 Available at the door or reserve online

This concert is the closing event of Colombian Fire Weekend, hosted by the Global Education Center — a two-day celebration of Colombian culture through dance, music, and community.

👉 Also part of the weekend:

• Cali Salsa Workshop & Social | Fri, June 13 @ 9PM
• Afro-Colombian Dance Workshop | Sat, June 14 @ 10:30AM

✨ Made possible with support from South Arts, a regional affiliate of the National Endowment for the Arts.