Mark your calendars for April 14, 2024, as CAPA brings back its second annual El Día de los Niños celebration! This vibrant event promises a day filled with music, dance, crafts, delicious food, and captivating theater shows. Whether you’re a parent, guardian, or simply someone who loves to embrace diverse cultures, this is an event you won’t want to miss.
Sunday, April 14, 2024
Lincoln Theatre – 769 E. Long St., Columbus, Ohio
What’s in Store for You?
From 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM, immerse yourself in a plethora of cultural and arts activities that promise to engage and entertain. Following this, from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM, enjoy a free performance of Havana Hop, a delightful theater show perfect for children in Pre-K through 3rd grade – but, open to all ages!
Havana Hop, created by the award-winning artist Paige Hernandez, follows the journey of Young Yeila, a young girl dreaming of stardom but struggling with stage fright. With guidance from her mother and mentors, Yeila embarks on a journey to discover her roots. Join her as she visits her grandmother in Cuba, adding a salsa twist to her hip-hop style. This dynamic participation play invites the audience to dance along as one actress embodies three generations of lively women. Experience the joy of multicultural heritage through Yeila’s eyes.
What activities will be available?
- Science demonstrations from COSI
- Meet instruments from Columbus Symphony
- Bracelet making
- Milagro intention wall
- Dance performances and workshops from Ballet Folclórico Xochihua
- Slime making from Girl Scouts of Ohio’s Heartland
- Balloon animals from Evan Smith
- Book nook
Good News: Lunch is covered because Dos Hermanos will have one of their food trucks on site!
New this year, in addition to the free activities, I’m thrilled to share they will have some exciting giveaways! Two lucky winners will each receive a 5-pack of tickets to COSI, allowing you and your family to explore the wonders of science and discovery. But that’s not all! They’re also giving away a 4-pack of tickets to Disney’s The Lion King, set to mesmerize audiences at the Ohio Theatre this summer. You definitely don’t want to miss out on these incredible opportunities. Trust me, I won’t!
While all activities and the performance of Havana Hop are free, space is limited. They strongly recommend registering in advance to secure your spot. Visit this link to register now!
