The World Dance Festival Baltimore is an Annual Event That Celebrates the Diversity and Richness of Dance Traditions From Around the Globe. The Festival Brings Together Dancers and Choreographers From Different Cultures and Styles, Showcasing Their Unique Artistic Expressions Through Performances, Workshops, and Other Activities. This Festival Provides an Opportunity for Both Performers and Audience Members to Immerse Themselves in a Dynamic and Engaging Cultural Exchange, Promoting Understanding and Appreciation of Different Dance Traditions.

Confirmed Artists:

Bachata Instructors:

Robinson & Larissa- World Champions (Orlando)

Patrick & Johanna (SM Houston)

Patrick Mussendijk

Tayler & Luis (SM New York)

Daniel Collins

Carolina Bonilla

Melanie Muller

Tabitha Hitchye

BACHATA DJs

DJ Emerzive - DC

DJ BAD Frankie - DC

DJ Ruddy - Richmond VA

DJ Zacarri - DC

Salsa Instructors:

Alien Ramirez

Angel & Stephany - NY

Eric Jones-Santana - DC

Jariel - NY

Niss Albaig -Salsa Now

Patrick - Netherlands

David Cuevas - Washington DC

Tabitha Hitchye Baltimore

Salsa DJs:

DJ Mambosoul - DC

DJ Julio Sabroso - Raleigh NC

DJ Dola - DC

Kizomba Instructors:

Kiki & Lauren - Baltimore

Oscar B.A.

Jeffrey Kizomba NY

HQ.Drew Urban Kiz NJ

KIZOMBA DJs

DJ Oscar

DJ Shams

DJ K'reol

LATIN FUSION

Doria Levit - Miami

VALSUN

Bob-H Ekoto - France

Brazilian Zouk Instructors:

Robinson & Larissa- World Champions (Orlando)

Fraga DC and Myla LA

Ashley Kent DC

Elena Rovito DC

ZOUK DJs

DJ Fraga (Brazil)

DJ Warholl

DJ Rhinestone

Afro Cuban/ Casino/ Timba Instructors:

La Mora (Cuba/NY) and Oyu Oro master drummers

Liethis & Alexander Cuba/NY)

DC Casineros

DJs:

DJ Azucar DC

DJ VSpice NJ

DJ Timba Titan Baltimore

DJ Dola DC

Afrodance Instructors:

Leroy - Watkanddance -Nigeria/DC

Usher1Baby - Ghana/Philly

Sayrahchips Nigeria/Houston

Traditional West African Dance

Mama Jihan and her master drummers Keur Khaleyi Percussions

General Schedule:

Thursday, May 9, 2024

5:00pm - Registration desk opens.

8:00pm - 10:00pm - Workshops

10:00pm - 3:00am - Pre - Party

Party Theme (WDF Apparel & Jeans)

Friday, May 10, 2024

09:00am - Registration desk opens.

10:00am - 5:00pm - Workshops

3:00pm - 7:00pm - Block Party (Eutaw Street)

4:00pm - 6:00pm - Tech Rehearsals

9:00pm - 11:00pm - Show Time

11:00pm - 4:00am - Night/Social Dancing

Party Theme (Back to the Motherland)

8:00pm - Food Trucks

4:00am - 6:00am - After Party

Saturday, May 11, 2024

09:00am - Registration desk opens.

10:00am - 5:00pm - Workshops

9:00am - 11:00am - Tech Rehearsals

3:00pm - 7:00pm - Block Party (Eutaw Street)

6:00pm - 8:00PM - VIP Party

8:00pm - 11:00pm - Show Time

11:00pm - 6:00am - Night Party/Social Dancing

Party Theme (Noche de Estrellas)

8:00pm - Food Trucks outside on Eutaw Street

4:00am - 6:00am - After Party

Sunday, May 12, 2024 (Mother's Day Celebration)

09:00am - Registration desk opens.

10:00am - 5:00pm - Workshops

3:00pm - 6:00pm Block Party (Eutaw Street)

8:00pm -10pm - Show Time

11:00pm - 3:00am - Night Party/Social Dancing/Jack n Jill Contest - Party Theme (Roses for Mothers)

8:00pm - Food Trucks outside on Eutaw Street - Jack n Jill Contest

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Date: May 9-12, 2024

Location: Hilton Baltimore Inner Harbor

401 W Pratt St, Baltimore, MD 21201

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