{"id":150032,"date":"2026-06-18T21:27:21","date_gmt":"2026-06-19T01:27:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thevalleyledger.com\/?p=150032"},"modified":"2026-06-18T21:27:39","modified_gmt":"2026-06-19T01:27:39","slug":"dance-dine-and-ride-viva-la-fiesta-ignites-summer-nights-at-dorney-park","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thevalleyledger.com\/?p=150032","title":{"rendered":"DANCE, DINE AND RIDE:  VIVA LA FIESTA IGNITES SUMMER NIGHTS AT DORNEY PARK"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><strong>Summer event brings live music, Latin flavors and evening entertainment\u00a0select weekends June 20 through July 26<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>SOUTH WHITEHALL TWP., Pa.<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com\/ls\/click?upn=u001.Tc-2F6febIbNyrBA3ozPTr5-2BSWtDcR4bOZh-2FG5OCMD6VE-2BVrHEkA5n4DfjRZuGkK0FUN_5_ail3gdgmR7ioUfSQxyJnm8MPw15MJ-2FhGzhe7Unv9pV-2FowKeyGuHOmmLSKuyC34P7aJlst1UEUbNDIMEhHDS0QNKKLD00iwGURMzdWDuqWwioqwzvh0gXcF3Rz2nKehSRCGZ1s3mIKqYcmE2lHyZz-2BTxFwLmiv2IWbzgayty1xjzE5AsIt8qLryS96Cr7PhiidE-2F7A56f3RL2LCxZ0a0-2F8eh3ahBx3VVG7h7VM1WhcohnLe0WpwMpkH5zxeBM5bU8ybsxDKDf98KxQ1iitYp7nkLVVnx8X9ns1Mby5VkkHGpVDNq0It6P3lrxTkihEOrOP-2FBBB7MvygtXfuUjVPGX8TQC89JicC7BNuIkhKbgkfLh42MhNv6fgf6G7tQxBBL7\">Dorney Park &amp; Wildwater Kingdom<\/a>\u00a0will bring vibrant music, dance and flavor to summer evenings with the return of Viva La Fiesta, a lively celebration of Caribbean and Latin American culture on\u00a0<strong>select weekends from June 20 through July 26<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>The event takes place Saturdays and Sundays beginning at 5 p.m. through park close, offering guests a high-energy experience filled with live entertainment, festive d\u00e9cor and family-friendly fun throughout the park.\u00a0<strong>Viva La Fiesta will not be offered July 4 and 5, when the park will celebrate Star-Spangled Nights presented by M&amp;M\u2019s\u00ae<\/strong>, a separate limited-time event featuring patriotic entertainment, fireworks and more.<\/p>\n<p>Viva La Fiesta blends cultural celebration with the thrills guests expect at Dorney Park, featuring live performances, specialty food and beverage offerings, immersive experiences and access to the park\u2019s rides and attractions.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cViva La Fiesta is more than an event, it is an invitation for guests to experience the energy, flavors and traditions that make these cultures so vibrant,\u201d said park manager Kim Solis. \u201cFrom live music and dancing to incredible food and thrilling rides, it is a celebration that brings people together in a fun and meaningful way.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><strong>Live entertainment across the park<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Guests can enjoy a lineup of dynamic performers who bring the celebration to life each evening, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Manteca Blue &amp; The Latin Corner<\/strong>\u2014 The acclaimed ensemble delivers a dynamic Latin jazz fusion performance, blending Afro-Caribbean, Colombian and African influences into a vibrant sound that reflects the culture and traditions of Viva La Fiesta.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Rumbamena<\/strong>\u2014 Rumbamena brings a talented company of dancers from around the world to Dorney Park for an authentic celebration of salsa, samba and other captivating Latin dance traditions. Through vibrant choreography and passionate performances, the group brings to life the culture and spirited traditions of Viva La Fiesta.<\/li>\n<li><strong>\u00a1Wepa! Summer Fiesta<\/strong>\u2014 A lively, interactive finale that brings performers together for a vibrant celebration of music, dance and audience participation under the stars.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Together, these performances create a festive atmosphere throughout the park as guests move from rides to entertainment experiences.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Food, festivities and family fun<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Viva La Fiesta features a variety of Latin-inspired cuisine and refreshing beverages. Menu highlights include\u00a0<strong>carne asada tacos, chicken tinga tacos, empanadas de picadillo and tostones with mojito sauce<\/strong>, as well as sweet treats like\u00a0<strong>tres leches funnel cake and bolinhos de chuva<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Guests can also enjoy handcrafted beverages such as\u00a0<strong>mangonada tequila lemonade, pi\u00f1a colada rum limeade and nonalcoholic Caribbean colada<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Family-friendly activities add to the celebration, including\u00a0<strong>interactive color-by-number mural experiences, festive midway games and themed photo opportunities<\/strong>\u00a0designed for guests of all ages.<\/p>\n<p><strong>New Membership Program Debuts<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This season, Dorney Park introduces its\u00a0<strong>first-ever membership program<\/strong>, offering guests expanded access and value starting at\u00a0<strong>$8 per month<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Membership benefits include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Access to Dorney Park &amp; Wildwater Kingdom as the home park<\/li>\n<li>Entry to additional destinations across the East region, including Six Flags Great Adventure, Wild Safari and Hurricane Harbor New Jersey<\/li>\n<li>Access to seasonal events throughout the year, including Viva La Fiesta, Star Spangled Nights presented by M&amp;M\u2019S\u00ae and SPLASH Water Parade, Halloween celebrations and more<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Event Details<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Dates:<\/strong>\u00a0Select weekends, June 20 through July 26 (excluding July 4 and 5 for Star-Spangled Nights presented by M&amp;M\u2019S\u00ae)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Time:<\/strong>\u00a05 p.m. through park close<\/li>\n<li><strong>Location:<\/strong>\u00a0Dorney Park &amp; Wildwater Kingdom<\/li>\n<li><strong>Admission:<\/strong>\u00a0Included with park admission<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>More information is available at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com\/ls\/click?upn=u001.Tc-2F6febIbNyrBA3ozPTr5-2BSWtDcR4bOZh-2FG5OCMD6VE-2BVrHEkA5n4DfjRZuGkK0FSvDl_ail3gdgmR7ioUfSQxyJnm8MPw15MJ-2FhGzhe7Unv9pV-2FowKeyGuHOmmLSKuyC34P7aJlst1UEUbNDIMEhHDS0QNKKLD00iwGURMzdWDuqWwioqwzvh0gXcF3Rz2nKehSRCGZ1s3mIKqYcmE2lHyZz-2BTxFwLmiv2IWbzgayty1xjzE5AsIt8qLryS96Cr7PhiidE-2F7A56f3RL2LCxZ0a0-2F8eh3ahBx3VVG7h7VM1Whcog8X2lnOZM-2BsK3wA7LHegu94d0OtzqKy6dp7yUkdNCv1LgZ7EVfUmgdOlpVDA5hb372-2F0a3M-2FeU-2BFF25cTfmFy9-2BFfgiQqk9Os-2Fd0oX4axZ58ZAN2eIMa4w191Rns9HG4i3NtwQIvvOyLhwQ9FLK1nb\"><strong>dorneypark.com<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>ABOUT DORNEY PARK &amp; WILDWATER KINGDOM<\/strong><br \/>\nDorney Park &amp; Wildwater Kingdom offers\u00a0Pennsylvania\u2019s best value \u2013 Two Great Parks All in One. With over 100 rides, shows, and attractions, guests can experience seven thrilling roller coasters, the\u00a0region\u2019s top-ranked water park, and\u00a0Planet Snoopy\u2122, home to the largest collection of kids rides in the area. From summer festivals to Halloween thrills, Dorney Park is a must-visit destination for family fun.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>ABOUT SIX FLAGS ENTERTAINMENT CORPORATION<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE: FUN) is North America\u2019s largest regional amusement-resort operator with 20 amusement parks, 14 water parks and nine resort properties across 13 states in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. The company also manages an amusement park in Saudi Arabia. Focused on its purpose of creating fun, thrills and a lifetime of memories, Six Flags provides immersive entertainment to millions of guests every year with world-class coasters, themed rides, thrilling water parks, resorts and a portfolio of beloved intellectual property such as Looney Tunes\u00ae, DC Comics\u00ae and PEANUTS\u00ae.<\/p>\n<p>Information provided to TVL by:<br \/>\nCyle Perez<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Summer event brings live music, Latin flavors and evening entertainment\u00a0select weekends June 20 through July 26 &nbsp; SOUTH WHITEHALL TWP., Pa.\u00a0\u2014\u00a0Dorney Park &amp; Wildwater Kingdom\u00a0will bring vibrant music, dance and flavor to summer evenings with the return of Viva La Fiesta, a lively celebration of Caribbean and Latin American culture on\u00a0select weekends from June 20 &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/thevalleyledger.com\/?p=150032\" class=\"more-link\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">DANCE, DINE AND RIDE:  VIVA LA FIESTA IGNITES SUMMER NIGHTS AT DORNEY PARK<\/span> <span class=\"meta-nav\">&rarr;<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":150033,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_feature_clip_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"{title}\r\n\r\n{excerpt}\r\n\r\n{url}","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","default_image_id":0,"font":"","enabled":false},"version":2},"_wpas_customize_per_network":false,"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false},"categories":[5716,69,482],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-150032","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-allentown","category-in-the-valley","category-press-release-2"],"acf":[],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/fiesta-dp.jpg?fit=672%2C372&ssl=1","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/thevalleyledger.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/150032","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/thevalleyledger.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/thevalleyledger.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thevalleyledger.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thevalleyledger.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=150032"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/thevalleyledger.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/150032\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":150035,"href":"https:\/\/thevalleyledger.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/150032\/revisions\/150035"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thevalleyledger.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/150033"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/thevalleyledger.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=150032"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thevalleyledger.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=150032"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thevalleyledger.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=150032"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}