DCBX Ultimate New Year’s Eve FESTIVAL 2021
RENAISSANCE MARRIOTT HOTEL
999 NINTH ST NW DC 20001
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SCHEDULE
FULL FESTIVAL SCHEDULE
5 DAYS OF CRAZY PARTIES AND WORKSHOPS!
All on the town locations are only 1-2 blocks from the Renaissance!
GET THE FEEL OF DC! Monuments, Diversity & Bachata y Mas!
2020 Workshop Schedule coming soon!
Get ready for DC’s BIGGEST TROPICAL NYE EVENT!
Access to:
*10+ Internationally Themed Ballrooms of Dancing!
*Midnight Madness Show!
*Award Winning Entertainment!
*DC Comedy Showcase!
*Amazing Entertainment and Surprises!
2020 Workshop Schedule coming soon!
CELEBRATE INTO 2021!
2020 Workshop Schedule coming soon!
Salsa Superstar Frankie Ruiz Jr “El Hijito De La Salsa”
DC’s Top Salsa Band Los Hermanos Galvan
10+ of the top DJs in the World
Samba Midnight + New Surprises!
The Top Latin dancers in the WORLD!
DC Comedy Superstar Tony Woods
DC Comedy Superstar Sylvia Traymore
DC Comedy Superstar Danny Rolando
THE TOP INTERNATIONAL DJ’s IN THE WORLD
DJ Soltrix DJ Selo DJ Emerzive & MANY MORE!
DJ Xplosive DJ Chuky DJ Alex DJ Amp C
VENUE FOR NYE
RENAISSANCE MARRIOTT HOTEL
999 NINTH ST NW DC 20001
Want the VIP Experience? Table seats are on sale!
VIP Comedy and Performances during dinner
VIP Seats for Concerts
VIP 3 Course Ultimate New Year’s Eve dinner
Need a discount on a table? Text DCBXtable to 64600
ULTIMATE VIP – DINNER The Ultimate VIP is the ultimate NYE celebration for the whole gang. This pass includes access for one person with the following amenities:
- THREE-COURSE COURSE SIT-DOWN DINNER at 8:30PM.
- TABLE CAN SEAT UP TO 10! Exclusive seating in the FIRST TWO FRONT ROWS of seating! Get in closer in on the action with easy access to dance floor, Main Stage Band, and the Open Bar (additional cost).
- VIP FAST CHECK-IN LINE & Exclusive VIP Entrance to Ballroom.
- EXCLUSIVE ACCESS TO premier party favors and experiences!
- Optional Upgrade to the Open Bar for Three (4) hours for only $84 plus tax at checkout.TABLE AREA NOW HAS TWO OPTIONS: CHOOSE ULTIMATE VIP – DINNER OR TABLE SEAT ONLYTABLE SEAT ONLY PASS This experience includes:
- TABLE SEAT FOR 1 Person! Seat only in a 11 seater table.
- Exclusive seating in the Main Ballroom! Get in closer in on the action with easy access to dance floor, Main Stage Band, and the Bars. (Dinner is not available with this pass. Please See Ultimate VIP Dinner Pass which are in a closer area to the stage. Open Bar can be purchased separately with any pass.)
- VIP Line & Exclusive VIP Entrance to Ballroom
HOTELS ROOMS
Q. Are rooms still available?
A. Rooms sell out EVERY YEAR! Please call Renaissance Downtown DC for the most up-to-date information on rooms available. You can also book your room through our ticketing system when you buy your New Year’s Eve tickets go to Ticketdini.com. Or click on the hotel booking link: Click Here before Rooms Sell out! You can also call the Renaissance directly Telephone: (202) 898-9000. Mention discount code DCB or DCBX Ultimate NYE to get the SPECIAL RATE of $158 plus Tax!
Q. How do I make a Room Reservation?
A. Click on this link: or Call Renaissance Downtown DC Hotel at (202) 898-9000 and mention code DCB or book here: Click Here before Rooms Sell out! If the online system gives an error, chances are that the room you are requesting is sold out or one of the days is sold out In this case, please call the hotel for best room availability
Q. What is the difference between Single and Doubles offered by Renaissance Downtown DC?
A. Single and Doubles refer to the number of beds in the Room. A Single Room means one bed. A Double refers to a room with two Queen size beds. Please check with Hotel for most accurate listings or rooms and room types.
Q. How much is a hotel room?
A. Our group has a special rate of $155+ tax for single bedrooms with two people. Mention DC Ultimate NYE to get this discount. Book your room by clicking this link *Check with hotel for most accurate listing of rooms. Click Here before Rooms Sell out!
Q. Does the $158 hotel room include anything else?
A. No. This only is for the hotel room. Taxes, Parking, Admission to the event, Food and Drink are not included in this price.
MUSIC AND BALLROOMS
Q. What type of music will be played in each ballroom?
A. Eight Ballrooms throughout the hotel have music and themes. Dedicated Ballrooms will have the best DJs in not only Latin/Dance music such as Bachata, Salsa, Kizomba; but also, Top 40s, Decades Room, Lovers Lounge, Miami party Ballroom and More! Follow us on Facebook for exclusive and detailed information on Ballrooms by visiting: Facebook.com/UTNYE
Q. How many ballrooms are included?
A. @UTNYE offers 8 ballrooms to choose from for all access passes! Upgrades include Open Bar for 4 hours (10:pm-2am), discounted hotel rooms, upgraded VIP Seating in Main Ballroom, Midnight Buffet (12:30am-2:30am) and more. See Ticketing for all we have to offer.
Q. Where are the ballrooms located?
A. @UTNYE has music and dancing in Eight (8) Ballrooms throughout the Hotel in many genres. All ballrooms are located on the Ballroom Level of the Hotel. Grand Ballroom is our Main Ballroom where VIP Table Seating Pass holders will have their tables by ALL THE ACTION including the Main Stage, Live Bands, Crazy Hour after midnight, dance floor, VIP bars and roped off section. The other seven ballrooms are located throughout the hotel! Signage will be provided at the event.
Q. Where will workshops be held?
A. Workshops will be held in various ballrooms on the Ballroom Level of the Hotel. Signage will be Provided and hotel/event staff will be able guide you to the corresponding room. Be sure to look for the @UTNYE logo. Ultimate Tropical NYE is the biggest Tropical event in DC!
PARKING
Q. Where and how much is parking at the hotel?
A. There are three options for parking. Street parking is available by meter around the perimeter of the hotel. Renaissance Hotel offers parking for $34 for self-parking and $54 for valet (for current pricing click here: Click Here! The hotel has limited parking and Parking fills up quickly!
LYFT or UBER is a great option!
CITY CENTER – ONE BLOCK AWAY: Check out parking at City Center! Max All Day = $20; Evenings from 6pm-2am ONLY $12!! And Overnight for $24!!! Stay until 8AM with these great rates!!! And they have
PLENTY of spots at 1500 available!!! Click here for their website and current pricing: http://citycenterdc.com/parking/
Rates are subject to change!
WORKSHOPS
Q. When do workshops start?
A. Workshops with our amazing instructors are happening Friday December, 27th-December 31st. For a detailed workshop schedule, check our workshop schedule. Click Here
Q.What types of Workshops do you offer?
A. We offer a variety of workshop classes from dance instruction in Salsa, Bachata, Samba, Kizomba and more; as well as, workshops in education in many aspects such as finance, well being, etc.
Q. Can workshops be purchased individually?
A. No. Workshops can only be purchased by buying the Full Pass which includes General Admission into the event at night. There are workshop options available for December 31st.
If you are interested in Dec 31st Workshops. If you’d like to purchase a Full Pass click here: http://bit.ly/DCBXNYEDance2020 You can also buy a VIP Seat Pass with a Main Ballroom VIP Seat and upgrade within the ticket questions to workshops for a discounted pass! 😉
Q. When will registration for Workshops be open
A. It will be open one hour before workshops begin! Get there early to avoid a wait! No one will be admitted into the workshops unless they have the correct admittance and band.
Q. Whats up with this Pre-Parties? Do I have Access?
A. If you buy a Full or VIP pass you have access to all the pre parties. In addition, tickets will be available online as well as at the door. But remember door prices are always higher. For all tickting info http://bit.ly/DCBXNYEDance2020
- Will there be any shoe vendors?
- Yes we will have a vendor selling shoes, a photo booth, & other vendors as well.
WINING AND DINING
Q. Are there any dining options at the Hotel?
A. Yes, this year we are adding a sit down dinner option. Check out the amazing dinner! The Ultimate VIP Table
DCBX Ultimate NYE Plated Dinner Options
Dinner will be served 9pm-10pm
All Dinners must be purchased with a VIP Seat Dinner Pass!
Plated NYE Dinner Options
NYE Seafood Option 1
Local Greens with Prosciutto Crisp, Goat Cheese, Shredded Carrots and Radishes, Cinnamon Roasted Pears, Balsamic Vinaigrette
Grilled Atlantic Salmon Fillet with roasted Mustard Butter, Farro Risotto, Brussels sprouts and Butternut Squash
Chocolate NYE Madness Cake
NYE Chicken Option 2
Local Greens with Prosciutto Crisp, Goat Cheese, Shredded Carrots and Radishes, Cinnamon Roasted Pears, Balsamic Vinaigrette
Sofrito Braised Breast of Chicken, Saffron Rice with Giandules, Green Beans, Sweet Peppers, and Cumin Roasted baby Carrots
Chocolate NYE Madness Cake
NYE Vegetarian Option 3
ROASTED VEGETABLE PAELLA (V/GF)
saffron scented shortgrain rice, piquillo peppers, zucchini, squash, sweet peas, grilled eggplant, oven roasted tomatoes, grilled asparagus
Chocolate NYE Madness Cake
Open bar at an additional cost of $69 will be offered and of course, a cash bar will be offered. Due to security measures, security will not allow outside bottles or cups into the event space or hotel common areas.
Q. Where will cash bars be set-up?
A. Mobile Cash bars will be located strategically throughout the hotel. Get the OPEN BAR UPGRADE for only $69! Think about it! Drink cost around $10-12 in DC! If you drank one drink per hour, it would be $66 and thats’ only three drinks! Upgrade to the OPEN BAR for $69 and get three hours of unlimited premium liquor from 10:30pm-1:30am! Its a no-brainer! Purchase your Admission with Open Bar in the question section: https://secure.ticketdini.com/event/DCNYE2019
AGE RESTRICTIONS
AGE RESTRICTIONS
Q. What are the age restrictions at the event
A. This is a private event. All ages all welcome. ID will be checked for consumption of alcohol and will be only served to those 21+ over.
Q. Is there a children’s pass that I can buy for this event
A. This is a mature event. Children are welcome to the event. Adult supervision of children under 18 is strongly suggested; However, prices are the same for children as they are for adults.
ENTERTAINMENT
Q. What type of entertainment is available?
A. Our band bands this year are Los Hermanos Moreno and Los Hermanos Galvan. Sax Star Antonio Bliss, and more surprises!
Main Stage performances include LIVE Latin Band, Salsa Dancers, Bachata Dancers, Kizomba dancers, Variety Acts and Midnight HORA LOCA!!!! The Hora Loca is a Latin American Tradition also known as the CRAZY HOUR where anything can happen! DCBX has adopted this philosophy and has many great surprises in store for you! Get your camera’s ready! It will be a fun and exciting night of celebration into 2019! LEDs, Samba craziness, Masks and other items will be provided. Bring your own stuff if you want!
Q. What time will performances be
A. Performances will be approximately at 10pm. 11:45 we will begin Countdown festivities! AND at MIDNIGHT, we will start our HORA LOCA, aka THE CRAZY HOUR! Don’t miss it!
Q.Where will entertainment be
A. All performing acts will be on the main stage located in the Main Ballroom also known as Grand Ballroom on the Ballroom Level of the Hotel.
Q. What types of favors will be offered at the event?
A. @UTNYE is celebrating with LED party favors and unique NYE decorations!
Q. What type of live music will be provided
A. Los Hermanos Moreno and Los Hermanos Galvan. Sax Star Antonio Bliss, and more surprises!
REGISTRATION
Q. Where do we check-in for admittance into the event? What can I expect?
A. Registration for the event will be located in the lower Ballroom Level of the Hotel. Expect long lines from 11-1am! Check-in early from 10am-4pm in the lower level Ballroom Level. You can’t miss us as you come down the escalator! General Admission & VIP Table Passholders can begin to check in beginning at 8pm in the VIP LINE on the Ballroom Level.
Q. What do I need to bring to check-in
A. Please bring your ticket to the event for admittance to the event and a photo ID
Q. What is the attire for the event
A. Dress to impress – Va Va Voom Style! We will be providing all party favors
Q. Where do I check-in for Workshops
A. Check-in will be located on the Ballroom Level from beginning at 10am. You can’t miss us! Workshops are in secured ballrooms.
Q. When does the event begin?
A. Doors will open for the party at 8pm in the Main Ballroom with a complimentary Latin dance lesson the Main Ballroom aka Grand Ballrooms.
Q. When does the event end
A. @UTNYE goes until 8am with the hottest DJ’s, performers, LIVE music, entertainment and best views of the city! YES! YOU HEARD RIGHT! We’re going until EIGHT AM IN THE MORNING!!!!
Open Bar passes are available at the door, but prices will go up!
NEW for 2020! Upgraded 4hr OPEN BAR!
Get your (4hr) Open Bar Pass for $84 now.
After you choose a Ticket option, you can upgrade to the Open Bar Package after you purchase your ticket.
NYE December 31st Only Open Bar Upgrade
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DCBX Ultimate NYE Latin Dance Festival 5 Day Event Bar Upgrade
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VIP Sit Down Dinner + NEW FOR 2020 Midnight Breakfast BUFFET!
DCBX Ultimate NYE Plated Dinner Options
Dinner will be served 8:30pm-10:30pm
The Dinner Service will be as follows
8:30pm-9pm 1st Course Served
9pm-9:30pm 2nd Course Served
9:30pm-10pm 3rd Course Served
All Dinners must be purchased with a VIP Seat Dinner Pass!
STEPS to Purchase your Dinner Pass
Purchase one of the following passes
Ultimate VIP Dinner Table, Ultimate VIP Dinner for One
CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE
After Check Out you will the opportunity to choose your full table or seats.
THE MIDNIGHT BREAKFAST BUFFET will be served from 12:30am-2:30am in the Karaoke Lounge inbetween Congressional & Grand Ballroom
Add your Midnight Breakfast buffet after purchasing your pass in upgrades
BOOK YOUR ROOM BEFORE WE SELL OUT!
BOOKINGS FOR 2020 WILL BE AVAILABLE SOON
Stay, Celebrate and Party into 2020!
SPECIAL DCBX Ultimate NYE Rate!
$160 a night + tax! Stay this amazing 4 Star Hotel!
DISCOVER WASHINGTON, DC FROM OUR STUNNING DOWNTOWN HOTEL
Seamlessly blending style, functionality, and comfort, the Renaissance Washington, DC Downtown Hotel welcomes you to the heart of the city with impeccable amenities and refined luxury. You’re just moments from some of the most famous things to do and experience here in the Nation’s Capital, including Chinatown, the White House, the National Portrait Gallery, and much more. Settle into your newly renovated room or suite, and enjoy perks like plush pillowtop mattresses, flat-screen TVs, and a well-lit desk.
Stay healthy and focused with a visit to our fitness center, or enjoy a range of delicious dining options at our on-site restaurants and lounges. With nearly 65,000 square feet of event space, we provide the perfect backdrop for magnificent meetings and events here in Washington. Yet through it all, our hotel manages to retain the sense of quiet luxury that will make you feel as though you’ve found a secret hideaway in the middle of it all. Plan your escape to the Renaissance Washington, DC Downtown Hotel.
10+ INCREDIBLE EXPERIENCES ACROSS 8 BALLROOMS!
**THE RIO DE JANEIRO INTERNATIONAL LATIN LIVE MUSIC EXPERIENCE**
**THE RIO DE JANEIRO International Latin EXPERIENCE**
PADRINO PRODUCTIONS & DCBX INTERNATIONAL BALLROOM w/ LIVE SALSA BANDS Los Hermanos Galvan DC’s Top Salsa Band & our headliner Frankie Ruiz Jr “El Hijo De La Salsa! Jaw-Dropping Entertainment to bring you into the New Year! The center of all the ACTION for your NYE ULTIMATE EXPERIENCE!
Presented by DCBX.org & Padrino Productions
**THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC SEXY BACHATA EXPERIENCE**
**THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC Sexy Bachata EXPERIENCE**
THE 100% DCBACHATA.COM BALLROOM! Get ready to come to the Dominican Republic as we play the BEST BACHATA with the World’s Best Bachata Djs, DJ Soltrix & DJ Emerzive! The World’s Hottest Latin Dance is waiting for you!
PRESENTED BY DCbachata.com
**THE CARIBBEAN SALSA, MAMBO CHA CHA BALLROOM EXPERIENCE**
**THE CARIBBEAN Salsa, Mambo Cha Cha BALLROOM EXPERIENCE**
THE 100% SALSA, MAMBO CHA CHA BALLROOM with
the World’s Top Salsa DJs & Conga Player keeping you dancing all
night long!
Presented by StuckOnSalsa.com Mr. Mambo & DC Style Academy
**THE PARTY LIKE IT’S 1999 NYC DECADES BALLROOM**
Let’s Party like it’s 1999! Throw backs all night will have you jamming!
**URBAN KIZOMBA AND BRAZILIAN ZOUK LOUNGE THE PORTO SEGURO BRAZIL MEETS FRANCE EXPERIENCE**
France is home to the birth of the Urban Kiz style as well as Brazilian Zouk coming from Porto Seguro Brazil! Thousands of miles apart, these two cities will party together in this Ballroom!
THE 100% Zouk and Urban Kiz Ballroom will be FIRE! Get ready to get so close in this sexy candlelit Ballroom dancing the sexiest Kizomba & Zouk as you ring in the New Year!
Presented by DC Zouk
**DC COMEDY JAM 2.0 WITH NEW SIT DOWN DINNER SHOW**
**NEW YEARS INTERNATIONAL COMEDY SHOW**
Get ready to laugh your way into 2020! These comedians will have you cracking up as they perform an amazing Comedy Show that will have you laughing all night long!
Get ready as we Party into 2020 DC Style! Go Go, Hip Hop, R&B and more as we go WAY BACK!
**NEW YEAR’S EVE JAPAN KARAOKE EXPERIENCE**
We gonna Karoake like we are in JAPAN! Get ready to HAVE A TON OF FUN as you Karaoke with friends and family into 2018! Who knows it might be just as funny as the Comedy Show!
**HOUSE PARTY HIP HOP/REGGAETON & THROWBACKS PAJAMA ONSIE JAM EXPERIENCE
Get ready to dance to Old School Hip Hop, Reggaeton and throw backs in the House Party Lounge in-between the ballrooms. This space is ON FIRE all evening. 2am-6am it turns into a CRAZY Pajama and
**THE PERUVIAN HORA LOCA NEW YEAR’S CELEBRATION” BIGGER AND BETTER!
Hora Loca or the CRAZY HOUR will be the most fun you have ever had leading into the new year! From confetti, LED party favors, suprise shows, Samba and more! GET READY TO P-A-R-T-Y!
Get ready to HAVE A TON OF FUN in our Selfie Booth! Snap pictures with your friends, save to your phone and share on Social Media!
DJS
DJs Confirmed
DJ Soltrix (FL)
DJ Enemy (DC)
DJ Selo (DC)
DJ Chuky (DC)
& Many Many More!
VENUE FOR NYE
RENAISSANCE MARRIOTT HOTEL
999 NINTH ST NW DC 20001
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LIVE SALSA CONCERTS with Los Hermanos Galvan
NEWYEARS to 64600
Dinner Choices this year!Sit Down Dinner Options! (You will have the opportunity to pick your dinner to choose on the next page)
Seafood
First Course Heart of Romaine, `Herb Roasted Plum Tomato, Ciabatta Crostini, Shaved Parmesan, Caesar Dressing
Second Course Grilled Atlantic Swordfish, Cilantro Chimichurri, Sweet Corn Cake, Seasonal Vegetables
Third Course Roasted Banana Cheesecake
Beef Option
First Course Frissee and Butter Lettuce, Jerked Chicken, Basil Marinade Cucumbers and Baby Heirloom Tomatoes, Saffron Vinaigrette
Second Course 72 Hour Short Ribs with Tamarind Demi Glaze, “Smothered” Yucca, Asparagus Spears, Baby Carrots
Third Course Chocolate Pear Cake with Chocolate Dipped Strawberries
Chicken
First Course Local Greens with Prosciutto Crisp, Goat Cheese, Shredded Carrots and Radishes, Cinnamon Roasted Pears, Balsamic Vinaigrette
Second Course Sofrito Braised Breast of Chicken, Saffron Rice with Giandules, Green Beans, Sweet Peppers, and Cumin Roasted baby Carrots
Third Course Mango Panna Cotta, Sugar Cane
Vegetable Option
First Course ROASTED VEGETABLE PAELLA (V/GF)
Second Course saffron-scented short-grain rice, piquillo peppers, zucchini, squash, sweet peas, grilled eggplant, oven-roasted tomatoes, grilled asparagus
Third Course Chocolate Pear Cake with Chocolate Dipped Strawberries