Our flagship event, DCBX|17, in its 17th year takes place in the DC area. DCBX|17 is an exciting multicultural, educational, music, and entertainment festival where we bring together thousands of fans, celebrities, and thought leaders, to a whirlwind celebration of culture - welcoming 3K+ domestic and international attendees giving all an opportunity to touch the brand and its culture in an active and experiential way! Attendees can participate in over 200 Latin Dance, Latin Music, Wellness, and Fitness educational sessions!

DCBX|17 the current 5x Latin Dance Event of the Year is an experience like no other! DCBX is currently the largest transformative Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba & Zouk Festival in the United States.

Get ready to Discover New Experiences at DCBX|17!

Schedule:

Friday, August 15, 2025

10am
Registration Opens

11am-5pm
Workshops

2pm-5pm
Day Social + Las Vegas Meets Rio De Janiero Turn-Up Party!
2 Dance Experiences
HOSTED BY

2pm-6pm
Daychata Party

5pm-7pm 
DCBX 17 WORLD FAMOUS MARDI GRAS STYLE KICK OFF!
Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba, Zouk,Reggaeton with SPECIAL SURPRISES

8pm
Doors Open for Evening Shows & Dancing

8pm
DJ Spinning outside Grand Ballroom for Shows

8:30pm 
DCBX FRIDAY Latin Dance Super Shows

8:30pm-11pm
World’s Largest Bachata/Sensual Bachata Ballroom
Traditional Bachata Ballroom|
Salsa Ballroom
Zouk Ballroom
Kizomba Ballroom
Reggaeton/Hip Hop Party Lobby Party
Pajama Party
Selfie Igloo Experience

1:30am-2:30am
Bachata Concert!
MAYINBITO LIVE IN CONCERT WITH A FULL BAND

2am-3am
Artist “DANCE WITH ME” Power Hour!
All Artists across all genres will be on the dance floor!

3AM-4AM
Traditional Bachata & Merengue Concert
THE EL COLMADO BAND

11pm-8am 
PARTY TIME!
DCBX Largest Bachata Ballroom in the USA
El Colmado Traditional Bachata Ballroom
Salsa, Mambo Cha Cha Ballroom
Urban Kiz/Kizomba Ballroom
Zouk Ballroom
Selfie Igloo Photo Booth & AI Experience

Location:
Gateway Marriott
1700 Richmond Hwy, 
Arlington, VA 22202

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