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:

Saturday, August 16, 2025

10am-6pm
Workshops

2pm-6pm
Day Social with Dance Floor + Las Vegas meets Rio De Janeiro Turnup Parties
HOSTED BY TBD

2pm-6pm
Daychata Parties

8pm
Doors Open for evening Latin Dance Showcases

8pm
DJ Spinning outside Potomac Main Ballroom for Shows

8:30pm
Doors Open in the Potomac Main Ballroom for Shows

8:30pm-11pm
Shows

9pm-11pm
DCBX Saturday Latin Dance Super Show

1:30am-2:30am
Bachata Concert J Salez with a Live Bachata Band
ONE BACHATA LOVE CONCERT

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

3am-6am
Pajama After Party

11pm-8am
Dancing to 8am!

The Largest Bachata Ballroom in the USA (Sensual, Modern, Urban)
The Cuban Experience Casino Rueda Experience
Traditional Bachata Ballroom with Live Band
Salsa Mambo Cha Cha Ballroom
Kizomba Ballroom
Zouk Ballroom
Lobby After Party Experience
The Selfie Igloo Photo Booth AI Experience

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

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