Entertainment
Immerse yourself in the sounds and movements of Latin America. Join us for fantastic performances from dancers, musicians and more. Be sure to learn more about all of our wonderful entertainers by visiting their website or social media platforms!
2024 ¿Qué Pasa? Performers & Artists
DeSanguashington
DeSanguashington, is a Colombian American band from Washington, D.C, that fusions traditional Colombian folk music with more modern/popular genres. DeSanguashington has emerged as one of the premier world music bands in the Washington, D.C. area, recognized and beloved by the Latino community and those who enjoy international music.
Capoeira Angola
Capoeira Angola Liberation Movement is a Study group based out of Richmond Virginia whose purpose is to learn and preserve the traditions of the cultural art form of Capoeira Angola.
Latin Ballet
From the passionate fury of flamenco to tango’s forbidden heat, the polished elegance of classical ballet to the earthen power of modern dance, the Latin Ballet of Virginia uses the expressive beauty of movement to weave the tales and traditions that are the heart and soul of Hispanic culture. The Latin Ballet of Virginia (LBV) combines technical excellence with a soulful depth of emotion and an unwavering commitment to education, diversity and accessibility.
MARIACHI AMÉRICA RVA
Mariachi America en Richmond -VA. Agrupación musical de extensa experiencia y amplio repertorio, amenizamos tus celebraciones.
Morenada Bolivia USA
River City Rueda
River City Rueda is a dance group focused on sharing our love of Cuban dances and music. We offer weekly lessons in salsa rueda and in casino dance, as well as a weekly social. We operate around the Greater Richmond region and have worked with numerous schools and youth programs throughout the years since our founding in 2017.
DJ RAY RAY
Muevete Music Entertainment: DJ specializing in Latin music.
Kevin Davis & BanCaribe
Kevin Davis & Ban Caribe is a blend of Afro-Cuban/Latin/ Caribbean music laced with soulful rhythm and blues fused together by pulsating percussion beats. “Clave Soul” is Kevin Davis & Ban Caribe’s unique style that replaces the drum set with timbales, congas, bongos, maracas, steel pan and claves with guitar cords and harmonic vocals. Native New Yorker Kevin Davis began his music career studying music theory and percussion while growing up in New York’s culturally diverse neighborhoods. His music has led him to study abroad in Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic and Jamaica.
Joe the Spy
50 Years of Santana Tribute – Joe The Spy is a 6 piece blues rock cover band playing music from Stevie Ray Vaughn to Aretha Franklin and Hall and Oates.
Pablo Antonio y La Firma
Pablo Antonio and La Firma was founded in late 1998 in Washington, DC. They perform Salsa, Merengue, Cumbia, and other Latin Tropical genres depending on the environment they are in. The quality and professionalism that the band has shown since its inception has been one of the reasons why it immediately became the most sought-after and requested band in the Washington, DC area. During its 25 years of existence, Pablo Antonio and La Firma are proud to have performed on various local and national stages. They have participated in some of the country’s most important festivals and galas.
Salsa Guy's Bomba y Plena Tradición
Tradición is a Puerto Rican folkloric dance group based in Richmond, VA dedicated to creating awareness about the extensive and diverse history that lies in the music and folklore of Puerto Rico. Audiences are introduced to Puerto Rico’s culture, customs, and traditions through workshops, community performances, and special events.
Kadencia
Kadencia is an orchestra dedicated to conserving and promoting Afro-Puerto Rican music. The band uses Bomba, Plena and Salsa to promulgate Puerto Rican culture, educate audiences on our islands native musical expressions and make your body move in ways you never thought possible. Please click on the web icon to learn more!
Group ETNIA
Music of the Andes Perú. Grupo ETNIA is a band specializing in traditional Andean Music, using traditional instruments such as: Zampoña, Quena, Charango, Bombo and guitarra.
Panamanian Traditional Dance Group
We are an established non-profit organization here in the Richmond area that focuses on the folklore dance art of our native homeland of Panama.
Sacred Heart Folkloric Dancers
Sacred Heart Folklorico is a children and youth dance program of Sacred Heart Center. Children ranging from 5 to 18 years old learn and perform traditional Latin American dances at festivals and events all over Richmond. The group has performed for 11 years in the Richmond area. Sacred Heart Center is a local community center in South Richmond that connects Latino families with tools to thrive and flourish.
Raices de Mexico
A Richmond based Mexican folkloric dance group that has been performing in the area for the last year. Even though the group is only a year old, Raices de Mexico is a collective of dancers that have long trajectories, both here in Richmond and in Mexico. The performers all have roots in Mexico, and intentionally focuses on sharing the beauty and diversity of Mexican folkloric dance.