Juan Valdez UAE wraps up Colombian Independence celebrations with coffee rave party
Weekend festivities featured DJ sets, chocolate tasting, and Colombian culinary delights
DUBAI: Juan Valdez turned up the heat over the weekend as UAE residents joined in a spirited celebration of Colombian Independence Day.
From July 19 to 20, all branches across the country hosted vibrant activations, with the flagship event – the Coffee Rave Party – bringing a high-octane close to the festivities on Sunday, July 20.
Held at the brand’s Jumeirah 2 outlet in Dubai, the Coffee Rave transformed the café into a celebration of Colombian identity, blending music, culture, and signature flavours. Presented in partnership with Circolo Life, Karu Chocolates, and Beyond Project, the event offered guests a unique chance to experience Colombia’s rhythm and richness in the heart of the UAE.
Music, chocolate, and more
The evening featured a Colombian-inspired DJ set, energising the crowd with Latin beats as the sun set over the city. Guests also enjoyed a Karu Chocolate Tasting Station, showcasing premium Colombian cocoa paired perfectly with Juan Valdez coffee.
The celebration included authentic Colombian bites, signature drinks, and exclusive take-home gifts – all covered under the event ticket.
Weekend offers across UAE
For coffee lovers across the country, Juan Valdez outlets—including Dubai Mall and Abu Dhabi Mall – offered a limited-time Colombian Combo for just Dh30. The special included:
- One arepa
- One empanada (beef or chicken)
- One drip coffee
In addition to the combo, all locations provided a 20% discount on Juan Valdez premium packaged coffee beans for the two-day celebration – an offer many customers took advantage of.
Celebrating Colombian heritage
The weekend celebrations coincided with Colombian Independence Day, marking the nation’s liberation in 1810. The events paid tribute to Colombia’s culture, passion, and coffee legacy.
Juan Valdez, founded in 2002 by the Colombian Coffee Growers Federation, remains the only global coffee brand owned by coffee growers. Representing more than 548,000 Colombian families, the brand is known for supporting sustainable farming and sharing Colombia’s coffee traditions worldwide.
Now certified as a B Corporation, Juan Valdez continues to blend purpose with flavour – one cup at a time.