Quinceanera

The Quinceanera or Quince anos ("fifteen years" in English), in Latin American culture, is a coming of age ceremony held on a girl's fifteenth birthday. The term "Quinceanos" refers to the birthday of the celebrant and the term "Quinceanera" refers to the celebrant herself. Like many other coming of age ceremonies, the Quinceanos is associated with the Quinceanera "becoming a senorita" .

 

The celebration carries religious significance for Spanish-speaking Roman Catholics. The celebration begins with a religious ceremony in which the Quinceanera affirms her faith. It is customary for the Quinceanera to receive gifts that are religious in nature such as a cross or medal, a Bible (prayer book), rosary, or scepter, and these gifts are often a part of the ceremony.

 

After the conclusion of the Roman Catholic religious ceremony, a reception is held either in the Quinceanera's home or in a banquet hall. Decor of this reception often resembles that of a wedding. The Quinceanera's court is typically comprised of her "Padrinos" (godparents) and a "Chambelan," (literally, "chamberlain") a young man who is her companion and date for the evening. The Chambelan typically has the first dance with the Quinceanera, a traditional ballroom waltz called a "Vals".

 

The Chambelan initiates the Vals by requesting a dance with the Quinceanera to a classical song, followed by dances requested with her by her father or another close male relative such as an uncle or older brother, and then her Godfather. Following these initial presentation dances, the guests join the dance floor as well. Some Latino cultures have the girl's first dance begin with her father as her partner, and then he is cut in on by her escort. Godparents playa significant role in the preparations for the Quinceanos, often handling arrangements for the party, church and celebration. The event is the culmination of their responsibility in the church to oversee the religious upbringing of their goddaughter.

The right entertainment for your Quinceanos!

Start with Mariachis as guests arrive, during cocktail hour and dinner.

Our specially selected Spanish-speaking professional OJ with all the right music for the occasion takes over for the ceremonial dances then cranks it up for an evening of dancing. Our DJs have thousands of songs available and you can actually select your entire playlist so you know every song played is exactly what you want to hear and to keep the dance floor packed!

Can't find a banquet hall? We work with several venues which can accommodate from 200 to 500 guests and you have the option of providing your own catering or use their service. Again, the important thing is you get what you want at a price you can afford!

Our initial consultation is free and when you hire us we begin to put all the details of your Quince anos entertainment together we will continue to consult with you by phone and email. About one week before your event we will have another in person meeting with you and your OJ to finalize the details of your celebration!