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THE TRADITION OF THREE KINGS DAY, OR DÍA DE REYES, RETURNS TO THE KIMMEL CULTURAL CAMPUS, WITH FREE EVENT FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY, FRIDAY, JANUARY 6, 5 – 7 PM
Annual event held in association with Consulate of Mexico in Philadelphia and Mexican Cultural Center
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Philadelphia, PA, November 28, 2022) ––The Kimmel Cultural Campus will once again host the annual, FREE Three Kings Day celebration (Día de Reyes), in association with the Consulate of Mexico in Philadelphia and the Mexican Cultural Center, on Friday, January 6, 2023, from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. This year marks the 7th anniversary of the Kimmel Cultural Campus’ partnership with the Mexican Cultural Center and the Consulate of Mexico in Philadelphia to host this event, which is celebrated widely in Latino and Hispanic communities.
“The Kimmel Cultural Campus is Philadelphia’s gathering place for transformative performances as well as impactful community initiatives,” said Matías Tarnopolsky, president and CEO of The Philadelphia Orchestra and Kimmel Center, Inc. “It is a privilege to partner once again with the Consulate of Mexico and the Mexican Cultural Center to host this culturally rich tradition of the holiday season.”
Three Kings Day, or Día de Reyes, is the final celebration with which the 12 days of Christmas end (on January 6). It is believed that on January 6, the Three Kings/Wise Men – Melchior, Caspar, and Balthazar – presented baby Jesus with symbolic gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh.
Family-friendly onsite activities include piñatas; hot chocolate, and a traditional “Rosca de Reyes” bread station; plus, reenactment & retelling of the Three Kings’ story and other surprises.
“The Mexican people in Pennsylvania, Delaware and southern New Jersey have grown to become a vibrant community, whose relevant contributions extend to all aspects of the region’s daily life,” said Consul of Mexico in Philadelphia, Carlos Obrador. “We feel honored for the Kimmel Center’s support and commitment in taking part of Mexico’s millenary history and culture, like Día de Reyes, an emblematic date gathering family and friends alike.”
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Three Kings Day Celebration (Día de Reyes)
Commonwealth Plaza on the Kimmel Cultural Campus
January 6, 2023, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
This event is FREE and open to the public
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Additional FREE, monthly programming on the Kimmel Center Cultural Campus includes: Family Fundays, Lunchtime Unplugged, Happy Hour Sessions, and Nightlife at the Kimmel. The Campus has curated a fantastic lineup of FREE programming showcasing local artists, bringing to life the original vision of the Kimmel Center building as a place for continuous live entertainment. With more local talent onstage and more student up-and-comers, this new lineup offers more opportunities to gather around the power of the arts. More information and up-to-date lineup at www.kimmelculturalcampus.org.
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Consulate of Mexico in Philadelphia is the diplomatic representation of Mexico serving over 300,000 people in PA, DE and eight counties of southern NJ. It provides various documentation services for Mexicans and foreigners, legal advice and consular protection, while also holding various programs and events to promote the image of Mexico through trade, tourism and culture.
For additional information, visit: https://consulmex.sre.gob.mx/filadelfia .
Mexican Cultural Center is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization devoted to promoting understanding and awareness of the cultural and artistic diversity of Mexico and its influence in the Delaware Valley of the US. Founded in 1994, the Center serves as a networking hub for those interested in Mexican culture and traditions. The MCC is supported by contributions from corporations, individuals, memberships and self-generated revenue.
For additional information, visit: www.mexicanculturalcenter.org.
KIMMEL CULTURAL CAMPUS
Located in the heart of Center City, Philadelphia, our mission is to engage the region's diverse communities with art through performance and education. Our Cultural Campus serves more than 1-million guests per year and includes Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts (Verizon Hall, Perelman Theater, and SEI Innovation Studio), the Academy of Music, and the Miller Theater (formerly the Merriam Theater) – representing more than 160 years of rich history for the performing arts along Philadelphia's Avenue of the Arts. We are home to The Philadelphia Orchestra and seven esteemed Resident Companies: Opera Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Ballet, The Philly POPS, PHILADANCO!, The Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia, The Philadelphia Chamber Music Society, and Curtis Institute of Music. With nearly 9,000 seats per night, we are the region's most impactful performing arts center, and the second largest in the country. Our Cultural Campus serves as a preeminent and inclusive place to enjoy exceptional experiences that reflect the spirit of our region by cultivating a creative and socially responsible environment where our community shares experiences that are delivered with pride, integrity, and respect. As a 501 c 3 nonprofit organization, we collaborate on, present, and produce a broad range of relevant and meaningful events, we serve as an active gathering space for social and community events, we educate the region's young people through access to quality arts experiences, and we provide support to artists in the creation of new work. Read Kimmel Cultural Campus' vision statement, world view, and mission statement here. Learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and how it encompasses our mission, co-workers, and programs here.
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