Colombian Independence Day 2021 (POSTPONED)

The Australia Colombia Friendship Association (ACFA), Casablanca, Selecta Orchestra and its Director Victor Jimenez, in collaboration with the Colombian Embassy in Australia are honoured to bring you the biggest Latin party of the year in celebration of the COLOMBIAN INDEPENDENCE DAY! We’re overwhelmed by all the love we have received over these past years about our Colombian Music, Culture and our Independence Celebration! We look forward to seeing you all there and to share an unforgettable Live Concert. When: 30TH JULY 2021 Time: 5pm to 11pm Where: Albert Hall About the event: ⁃ Live Entertainment ⁃ Selecta Orchestra (13-piece Latin band showcasing the best of salsa, cumbia, merengue, bachata from South America) ⁃ Traditional Dance performances from around the world ⁃ Momposina Colombian Dance Group ⁃ Colombian street delicious food ⁃ Colombian Beer and Aguardiente will be available ⁃ Giveaways - Hamper from Sponsors ⁃ Charity Raffle to raise funds for Colombians in need. TICKETS General Admission - $25pp + processing fee through event Brite https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/160968181163 Ticket includes entry into the event, Ticket to a raffle participation, plus access to best entertainment, live music party of the year. Any food or beverages are to be purchased within the event. COVID SAFE PLAN entry moderated • CASHLESS EVENT: The event is cashless with the simple tap-and-go Square system. • *** Due to COVID-19 changing environment, this event is strictly limited to only 200 people. So, make sure you grab your online tickets as soon as possible!! • Don’t forget that social distancing restrictions are still in place • Please note that hand sanitiser will be made available throughout the venue. And remember, if you're unwell, please stay home and keep everyone safe! ============ Important announcement Colombian Independence Day July 2021 Celebrations Postponed To our wonderful friends and community Due to the recent lockdown extension in NSW and our main act “Orchestra la Selecta” not being able to travel to the ACT we must change the date of our celebrations. We greatly appreciate your understanding & support during this time. Delivery date for some of the Colombian products for our food and our Colombian beverages has also been affected by the recent lockdown in Victoria. We were greatly looking forward to celebrating un unforgettable Colombian Independence Day 2021 with you all, however the health and safety of everyone in this unpredictable time is much more important to us. We also want to make sure we can deliver the event we promised to you, when it is safe for everyone to attend. New date: 08th October 2021 Tickets: If you have already purchased a ticket, your ticket will transfer automatically to the new date in October. You don’t have to do anything! Just save the new date in your calendar. If you would like a refund, head to [email protected] We apologise for any inconvenience and look forward to seeing you all and celebrate together on our new date on the 08th October 2021. Australia Colombian Friendship Association (ACFA) Español Anuncio Importante Colombian Independence Day July 2021 - Evento se postpone Para todos nuestros maravillosos amigos y la comunidad en general, Debido a los recientes confinamientos en NSW, nuestra Banda principal ‘Orchesta Selecta’ no va a poder viajar desde Sydney a Canberra por lo que nos vemos obligados a posponer el evento y nuestra celebración. El pedido de todos los productos, comida y bebidas colombianas También han sido afectados por los recientes confinamientos en Victoria. La Asociación de Colombianos en Canberra, negocios locales y grupos de baile estábamos muy animados para celebrar una Fiesta de Independencia de Colombia inolvidable con todos ustedes, sin embargo, la salud y la seguridad de todos en este tiempo de pandemia es mucho mas importante para nosotros. También nosotros queremos asegurarnos de que les podamos ofrecer el evento que hemos prometido a la comunidad, y así lo haremos tan pronto todo este mas Seguro para todos Importante NUEVA FECHA: 08 OCTUBRE 2021 TIQUETES Si usted ha comprador un tiquete, su tiquete será automáticamente transferido a la nueva fecha. ¡No tiene que hacer nada! Solo anotar ese día su agenda. Si usted desea devolución de su dinero, por favor escribanos a: [email protected] Nota: Los tiquetes siguen a la venta para la nueva fecha.