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FR. DORTA-DUQUE, S.J. MEMORIAL TOMBOLA

The annual Fr. Dorta-Duque, S.J. Memorial Tombola is one of Belen Jesuit’s most beloved traditions. Each year, thousands of families, students, alumni, and friends fill our campus for a weekend of rides, games, food, music, and fellowship. More than a festival, Tombola is the Belen community coming together as one family, and every ticket and sponsorship makes a lasting difference. All net proceeds support the Belen Financial Assistance Program, helping more young men receive a Jesuit education and grow into men for others.

This year’s festivities begin with the Culinary Extravaganza on Saturday, January 30, 2027, followed by Tombola weekend, February 5–7, 2027. Our theme, “1854: From Havana to Miami,” celebrates Belen’s remarkable journey from its founding in Havana to its home in Miami, a story of faith, resilience, and the enduring spirit of our Belen family.

Tombola Photo Albums Culinary Extravaganza Sponsorships

Key Dates

December 2, 2026 – Culinary Extravaganza tickets on sale
December 9, 2026 – Ride, Arroz con Cosas, and Tombola Cellar tickets on sale
Week of January 4, 2027 – Raffle tickets distributed to students
January 6, 2027 – Online raffle ticket sales begin
January 30, 2027 – Culinary Extravaganza
February 5–7, 2027 – Tombola weekend

FEBRUARY 5

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7 p.m.: Fairgrounds Open
7-9 p.m.: Art Exhibition (Saladrigas Gallery)
Midnight: Fairgrounds Close

FEBRUARY 6

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Noon-Midnight: Fairgrounds Open
Noon-Midnight: Bazaar (Leyva Court)
Noon-Midnight: Cigar Lounge (Fides et Ratio Patio)
2-5 p.m.: Art Exhibition (Saladrigas Gallery)
6-8 p.m.: Tombola Cellar (Ignatian Courtyard)
8-11 p.m.: Live Entertainment (Garrido Family Plaza)

FEBRUARY 7

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Noon-9 p.m.: Fairgrounds Open
Noon-8 p.m.: Bazaar (Leyva Court)
Noon-4 p.m.: Art Exhibition (Saladrigas Gallery)
1-8 p.m.: Cigar Lounge (Fides et Ratio Patio)
3-5 p.m.: Arroz con Cosas (Garrido Family Plaza)
5-6 p.m.: Spanish Mass (Our Lady of Belen Chapel)
6:30-7:30 p.m.: English Mass (Our Lady of Belen Chapel)
8:30-9:30 p.m.: Closing Ceremony (Garrido Family Plaza)

SERVING OUR COMMUNITY

"For the Greater Glory of God."

It takes a village to bring Tombola to life, and its success depends on our entire Belen family. Our sponsors provide generous support, the Gonzaga Guild dedicates countless hours preparing decorations before the gates open, parents work side by side with their sons at class booths, alumni rally to staff the Alumni area, and faculty and staff are on campus all weekend long. Whether you’re running a booth, organizing an event, or simply joining in the fun, your presence shows that you care about Belen, its past, and its future.

Belen parents and students working side by side at Tombola booth.

TOMBOLA RAFFLE

Thanks to the generosity of Ocean Infiniti Doral, this year’s grand prize is a two-year lease of a 2027 Infiniti QX65. Other prizes include:

Second Place: $4,000
Third Place: $3,000
Fourth Place: $1,000

Raffle tickets will be given to Belen students the week of January 4, 2027. Online raffle tickets go on sale Wednesday, January 6. Winners will be drawn at the Closing Celebration on Sunday, February 7.

MORE INFORMATION

Ride ticket information for Tombola 2027.

TOMBOLA RIDE TICKETS

Enjoy the rides at Tombola with bracelets and tickets for every kind of visit.

Pre-Sale Only
Unlimited Ride Bracelet: $90
On sale Wednesday, December 9, 2026

Available at Tombola Only
One-Day Bracelet: $60
50 Tickets: $80
20 Tickets: $36
Single Ticket: $2

Get your unlimited bracelet early. It is only available during pre-sale.

The unlimited bracelet will go on sale on December 9, 2026.

TOMBOLA BAZAAR

There’s something for everyone at the Tombola Bazaar! Browse a variety of local vendors and find something special for the whole family, all while supporting the Belen Jesuit community.

Saturday, February 6
Noon to midnight

Sunday, February 7
Noon to 8 p.m.

Location
Roberto C. Goizueta Innovation Center – Leyva Court

Become a Vendor
Interested in participating? Email tombola@belenjesuit.org for more information.

TOMBOLA CELLAR

Step inside The Tombola Cellar, where tradition is aged to perfection. Enjoy exceptional wines and this year’s featured pours, along with good company, during a special evening at Tombola.

Saturday, February 6
6 to 8 p.m.
Ignatian Courtyard

Tickets: $60 per person
Guests must be 21 or older. Tickets are limited.

Tickets on sale December 9, 2026.

ARROZ CON COSAS

Top chefs and members of the Belen community face off in this culinary competition for bragging rights and the championship belt. Come taste their creations and watch the competition unfold.

Sunday, February 7
3 to 5 p.m.
Garrido Family Plaza

Tickets: $25 per person. Tickets are limited.

Tickets on sale December 9, 2026.

Belen Jesuit parents and sons working together at a class booth during Tombola.

Tombola is more than a fun-filled weekend. It’s a chance for parents to work side by side with their sons and build friendships with fellow Belen families.

Belen parents gather at the Tombola Cellar during Tombola 2026.

One of Tombola’s signature events is the Tombola Cellar. Each year, members of the Belen community come together to enjoy delicious food, live music, and great wine. Save the date: the 2027 Tombola Cellar will be held on February 6, 2027!

Belen students ride the giant slide at Tombola.

The Tombola fairgrounds are where you’ll likely spot Belen students, future Wolverines, and members of our community having a great time. Save the date for Tombola 2027, February 5–7!

Members of the Belen Jesuit administration pose for a picture wearing the 2026 student-designed Tombola T-shirt.

Among the many fun traditions at Tombola is the annual student-designed T-shirt contest. Students have the opportunity to submit designs based on the year’s theme, and the winning design is featured on the shirt all employees wear during Tombola weekend.

Orlando Mendez, known as the Cuban Cowboy, performs on the main Tombola stage on January 31, 2026.

There’s always something to do Tombola weekend! From amazing rides to delicious food and live entertainment, you never know who’ll be performing at Tombola.

All the participating chefs and their teams from Arroz con Cosas 2026 pose for a picture.

Arroz con Cosas has become more than a culinary delight at Tombola. It’s the ultimate bragging rights for whoever takes home the Championship Belt! Save your appetite for this year’s Tombola feast on Sunday, February 7, 2027.

Fr. Willie García-Tuñón, S.J. ‘87, is the main celebrant during Mass on Tombola Sunday.

Tombola may be a fun-filled weekend, but our faith always comes first. Two Masses are offered on Tombola Sunday in the Our Lady of Belen Chapel: Spanish Mass at 5 p.m., followed by English Mass at 6:30 p.m. All are welcome!

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A wide shot of a filled Garrido Family Plaza during the 2026 Tombola Closing Ceremony.

The best way to end Tombola is with the Closing Ceremony, led by our senior class in the Garrido Family Plaza. This signature finale has found a place in everyone’s heart, and it’s also when the four winning raffle tickets are announced!