By Britt Jarnryd—

Each year, on a Saturday in January, Huatulco comes alive with music, color, and hope during the Dream Festival—a fundraising event that celebrates a shared commitment to education and the development of Oaxaca’s most vulnerable rural communities. Organized by Sueño Zapoteco A.C. / Bacaanda Foundation, the festival highlights the foundation’s projects, shares its achievements, and raises funds to continue its mission: reducing poverty through dignified, high-quality education.

The Dream Festival is more than a cultural celebration; it is the result of months of collaborative, volunteer-driven work. Beginning in July, a dedicated group of international volunteers plans every detail with enthusiasm and deep respect for the communities the foundation serves. Their commitment creates a space where solidarity knows no borders. Each year, local businesses, hotels, and members of the Huatulco community contribute by donating food, beverages, raffle prizes, and auction items, turning the festival into a true example of community collaboration. Every contribution—large or small—becomes a real opportunity for children and young people in rural areas.

At the heart of the Dream Festival are the rural schools it supports, which take center stage in the celebration. Weeks in advance, students prepare traditional dances from different regions of Oaxaca, accompanied by live bands and the iconic monos de calenda, filling the atmosphere with joy, identity, and cultural pride. Through their performances, students thank attendees for their support and invite them to continue being part of the transformation of rural education.

The Dream Festival is a celebration of achievement, culture, and hope—but above all, it is an invitation to be part of meaningful change.

Every ticket purchased and every donation made translates into dignified classrooms, educational materials, technological tools, academic support, and stronger opportunities for the future.

Come experience this extraordinary festival and be part of transforming lives.

Saturday, January 24, 2026
Starting at 5:00 p.m.
Parque Guelaguetza, Huatulco
Tickets available at the Bacaanda Foundation office

Live the magic, celebrate culture, and help transform lives.