BBQ 4 Ballet 2027
Support New Mexican dancers training across the country
Event: Sunday, May 2, 2027
Register to attend BBQ by Wednesday, April 28, 2027
SHOW UP HUNGRY
Come for the barbecue.
Stay for something bigger.
Smoked meats prepared by BBQ for Good volunteers, including Executive Director Marcos Gonzales, featuring brisket, chicken wings, and chicharróns served buffet-style in a relaxed backyard setting.
BBQ 4 Ballet Scholarship
BBQ for Ballet, a program of BBQ for Good, awards scholarships to help New Mexico dancers attend summer dance intensives that include ballet as a significant component of their training.
Scholarship recipients are selected through an application process and participate in our annual BBQ for Ballet fundraiser, helping build community while raising support for dance education.
Eligibility
Applicants must:
Be a New Mexico resident.
Be under the age of 18.
Be accepted to a summer dance intensive that is ballet-focused or includes ballet as a regular part of the training curriculum.
Be available to participate in the annual BBQ for Ballet fundraiser if selected.
Dancers may apply once per calendar year.
Selection Criteria
Applications are reviewed based on the overall strength of the application and available funding. Consideration may include:
Commitment to dance training
Length and educational value of the summer intensive
Program costs
Quality of the essay
Participation in the fundraiser
Scholarship awards are determined by BBQ for Good and may vary based on available funds and selection criteria.
Applications for the 2027 BBQ for Ballet Scholarship are now open.
Event Details
Join us for a dinner celebration of community and food.
Date: Sunday, May 2, 2027
Time: 4:30–6:30 PM
Location: Private residence in Albuquerque (address provided after registration)
What to Expect
BBQ Buffet
featuring brisket, chicken wings, chicharróns, sides, and dessertsPool + backyard vibe
Community celebration
Why This Matters
These dancers train 5–6 days a week while balancing school, rehearsals, and academic excellence. Summer intensives are where training deepens, artistry expands, and professional pathways begin to form.
But these opportunities come with significant costs.
BBQ 4 Ballet helps bridge that gap.
What Your Support Covers
All funds raised go directly to supporting the dancers.
Donations help cover:
Tuition for summer intensives
Travel to and from programs
Room and board for 5+ weeks
Essential training supplies (including pointe shoes at $100+ per pair)
BBQ for Good is a volunteer-led nonprofit. Our Executive Director and Board serve entirely in a volunteer capacity, ensuring that contributions go directly to supporting students.
Register to Attend BBQ 4 Ballet
Complete the form below to attend and support the dancers.
We suggest a donation of $50 per person or $100 per couple/family. We also warmly welcome donate-what-you-can contributions so that everyone who would like to attend can join us.