El Festival de Aibonito Celebration
Aibonito is known as La Ciudad de la Flores (City of Flowers). The town was founded in March 13, 1824 by Manuel Vélez. Aibonito derives its name from a name given by the Indians “Jatibonucu” which literally means “Great People of the Sacred High Waters.” Aibonito its territory is mountainous, located in the Mountain Range of Cayey. Aibonito is known for its flowers, and since 1969, a two weekend event draws big crowds of locals and visitors. The Festival de las Flores is celebrated every year from the last weekend of June up to the first weekend of July.
The purpose of the 2018 Festival de Aibonito was to create public awareness in our community of the history and traditions from La Perla del Sur – A town called Ponce. It is also to bring unity within our people and highlight the common strings that tie our people together.
When: | Saturday, June 30, 2018 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. |
Where: | Camden Children’s Garden 3 Riverside Drive Camden, New Jersey 08103 |
FREE Family admission with flyer | |
Contact: | Carlos Vazquez (609)206-5074 |
Estimated Attendance: 300