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Howard Theatre

Yo Quiero Bailar Fest - Perreo vs. Dembow

Fri, Jul 10, 2026at 9:30 PM
620 T Street Northwest, Washington, DC
Free

Yo Quiero Bailar Fest - Perreo vs. Dembow brings a high-energy dance party to Washington, D.C.'s historic Howard Theatre on Friday, July 10, 2026. Billed as the world’s premier reggaetón mega festival making its D.C. debut, this event pits two dance-floor styles—perreo and dembow—against each other in a night of nonstop movement. The festival is organized by Yo Quiero Bailar Fest and features a lineup of DJs and performers known for mixing classic reggaetón, new-school perreo, dembow, Latin house, and trap. Attendees can expect sing-along moments, high-energy beats, and continuous perreo dancing drawn from both nostalgic hits and current chart-toppers. The event is free to attend, making it accessible to a wide audience.

When: Friday, July 10, 2026, starting at 9:30 PM.

Venue: The Howard Theatre, located at 620 T Street NW, Washington, D.C.

Lineup: DJ J Star, Pedro Night, DJ Easy, Pana 300, and Jay Lexx.

Music Genres: Classic reggaetón, new-school perreo, dembow, Latin house, and trap.

Price: Free admission, as indicated in event details.

Age Restrictions: Not specified in the provided information; check with the venue for age policy.

Run Time: Not explicitly stated; the event begins at 9:30 PM and likely runs late into the night.

Accessibility: Not mentioned in the source text; contact Howard Theatre for accommodations.

Note: This is the D.C. premiere of the Yo Quiero Bailar Fest, which is described as the number one reggaetón mega festival globally. The event is focused on a "Perreo vs. Dembow" theme, promising a lively competition between two popular Latin dance styles.

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