Preserving our culture and promoting higher education through the performing arts. The primary program offered at DEFAP is Fiesta Mexicana Dance Company.
The Drug Elimination Family Awareness Program (DEFAP) it is a non-profit 501(c) (3) organization in Glendale, Arizona which serves both Glendale and the greater Phoenix area. Our Dance Company is a unique program offering youth of all ages an opportunity to develop self-esteem and learn the values of cooperation, discipline and dedication through the performing arts. This program brings the music and dances of Mexico and Latin America to audiences throughout the Southwest.
07/06/2026
✨Las Reynas de FMDC! Performing at Fiesta del Sol, a summer folklorico showcase!
📍Salvation Army Kroc Performing Arts Center
🗓️ Friday, July 31
💃🏽🕺🏽Featuring All FMDC Dancers
🎟️ Get your tickets now on Eventbrite!
Mike Tyson Champion's Gala 2026
06/24/2026
🎉 Join us for Fiesta del Sol, a summer folklorico showcase celebrating the vibrant beauty of Latin America! ☀️
📍Salvation Army Kroc Performing Arts Center
🗓️ Friday, July 31
💃🏽🕺🏽Featuring All FMDC Dancers
🎟️ Get your tickets now on Eventbrite!
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Zapateado Saturday with ! We appreciate you for sharing your artistry with our Phoenix folklorico community. Thank you for visiting and for hosting. It was such a fun and memorable experience!
06/01/2026
Thank you for the opportunity to share our love of culture with an inspiring room dedicated to strengthening our community! Que siga la fiesta! ✨
Maryvale Mercado!
Cultura. Pasión. Tradición.
!Que siga la fiesta!
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🎉 Día Del Niño 2026!
Maryvale Mercado! 🪅🌮🛍️
04/08/2026
🎉DÍA DEL NIÑO | April 25th 9am-2pm
📍5060 N 19th Ave Phoenix, AZ 85015
🎟️ Raffles
🏰 Bounce Houses
🩺 Health Screenings
💉 Vaccines
🌯 Food
🎶 Entertainment
👟 Free shoes
| Monday | 6pm - 10pm |
| Tuesday | 6pm - 10pm |
| Wednesday | 6pm - 10pm |
| Thursday | 6pm - 10pm |
