TEF Family Series Celebrates Early Mexican Culture and Dance
Published: 11:47 am Thursday, September 17, 2026
THOMASVILLE — The Thomasville Entertainment Foundation (TEF) is set to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Week with a special cultural performance as part of its free Family Series for the 2026-27 season.
Event Details:
- Title: “Native Mexico: Dances of the First People”
- Date: Saturday, September 26
- Time: 11 a.m.
- Location: Thomasville Center for the Arts
- Cost: Free and open to the public
The performance will be delivered by the New York-based Calpulli Mexican Dance Company, showcasing the rich heritage of various pre-Hispanic civilizations such as the Maya, Olmec, Tolteca, Purepecha, Zapotec, and Totonaca through vibrant dances and traditional music.
Additional Activities:
After the performance, children in pre-Kindergarten through 5th grade are invited to participate in a hands-on craft project where they can create their own mini-piñata to take home.
This series honors Janice Faircloth, TEF’s longtime artistic leader, and is made possible by generous contributions from various charitable trusts and individuals.
For more information, please contact TEF at (229) 226-7404 or visit www.TEFconcerts.com.
