The 165th anniversary of the Dominican Republic’s Independence Day is today, and while many of us would love to spend our weekend dancing with devils on the sensational island, all the major festivities are happening in Nueva York. With Manhattan’s Washington Heights and Inwood being the most densely Dominican communities in the United States, it’s no doubt that many residents are going to bring a little of the Caribbean heat to the wintry streets of the city. From famous merengueros performing live, to mouthwatering traditional dishes and drinks, anyone can celebrate the Dominican Republic’s most festive holiday of the year without ever leaving home. Get ready to eat, drink, and bailar all weekend long with our top Dominican Independence Day bashes in New York City. Wepa!
BEST DOMINICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY BASH #1: THE OFFICIAL DOMINICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY AT THE IMPERIAL
If you’re only going to attend one fiesta this weekend, make sure it’s ours. DJs Gasolina, Rick Flow, and many others will spin merengue, top 40 hits, and Hip-Hop. If you’re looking for a fashionable, upscale club with singles ready to mingle, The Imperial, located in trendy Chelsea, can’t be beat. Make sure you get in our guestlist for free admission.
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BEST DOMINICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY BASH #2: DOMINICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY WEEKEND WITH FERNANDO VILLALONA AT EL MOROCCO
Undoubtedly one of the most famous merengue singers from the Dominican Republic, Fernando Villalona’s concert is one that can’t be missed this independence day. Held at Uptown’s El Morocco, this famous supper club captures retro glamour with a modern flair that includes art deco palm trees, crystal chandeliers, and 10,000 square feet for dancing. DJs Willie and Dennis the Menace will also be present to play reggaeton, bachata, and salsa.
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BEST DOMINICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY BASH #3: CARNAVAL DOMINICANO AT LQ
Every year, the Dominican Republic hosts one of the biggest carnaval bashes that nearly outbeats Brazil. In downtown’s Latin Quarter (LQ), the dancing demons will both entice and entertain with confetti and $100 bottles all night. Plus, ladies with drink tickets get in for free.
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BEST DOMINICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY BASH #4: GLAMOROUS FRIDAYS AT TALAY
Dominican women are classified as some of the most beautiful in the world and lucky for New Yorkers, many of them are found at Asian-Latin lounge Talay in Manhattan. This Friday, many of the city’s popular DJs, such as Alex Sensation and Abrupt, will be here on rotation playing mash-ups, bachata, and reggae. Talay is meant for the classy, so make sure you dress to impress. Also, ladies get in for free until midnight!
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BEST DOMINICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY BASH #5: SALSAGROOVE AFTERPARTY DOMINICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY AT S.O.B.‘S
For 18 years, S.O.B.’s have fused a tropical ambiance with international live music in Manhattan and tonight, the evening dedicated to culture is no exception. Dominican merengue singer Cuco Valoy will perform some of his beloved tunes, along with local salsa boy band Ruina Nueva. For those cursed with two left feet, LA 21 Division will provide dance lessons before the show and to help you better wind down, free tostones and $3 beers will also be served. DJ Chulo Jay will play merengue, salsa, and bachata.
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BEST DOMINICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY BASH #6: TROPICANA SATURDAYS AT TROPICANA THEATER & NIGHTCLUB
Every Saturday, The Bronx’s Tropicana hosts one of the top Latin parties of the weekend and for this Friday, it only gets better. El Rey Tulile, a merengue singer popular among Dominican locals, will perform as DJs Alex Sensation and DJ Precise spin over 15 musical genres. Whether you fancy classic freestyle or prefer rock en espanol, Tropicana has everything and more. In addition, this well known Latin club is favored by singles so if you’re arriving alone, chances are you’ll leave a lot happier tonight!
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BEST DOMINICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY BASH #7: DOMINICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY WEEKEND WITH RUBBY PEREZ AT EL MOROCCO
If you were the only one to miss out on Fernando Villalona’s concert, then make up for lost party time this Saturday night at El Morocco in Manhattan’s picturesque Hamilton Heights. Relax at the Leopard Lounge where plasma screens are installed for your viewing pleasure. For another exciting concert, Dominican merenguero Rubby Perez will perform live while DJs Fragancia and Blazita play bachata, salsa, and Hip-Hop.
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BEST DOMINICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY BASH #10: DOMINICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION AT NEON LOUNGE
There may not be too many Dominican-themed parties happening in The Bronx, but fortunately, one of the very few includes an offer you can’t refuse. Neon Lounge will make its grand opening as one of the hottest Latin lounges and to celebrate, they’ll be giving away two tickets to the Dominican Republic. Attendees will also get the chance to take advantage of drink specials all night long.
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BEST DOMINICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY BASH #11: RICH AND FAMOUS FRIDAYS DOMINICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION AT PRIME
For a more relaxed vibe this Independence Day, go to 28th street in Manhattan for Prime, a swanky club-meets-lounge that’s ideal for nonstop drinks. Although the city is suffering from a recession, Prime is letting everyone in for free until midnight. DJ Kast One will spin pop, rock, and house for some much-needed variety.
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BEST DOMINICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY BASH #12: DOMINICAN INDEPENDENCE CELEBRATION AT CLARO LOUNGE
Some clubs may just have one performer to commemorate Independence Day, but Claro Lounge in The Bronx has Amarfis, El Chaval, and Jose El Calvo, three major headliners all in one night. Dominican cigars, considered as one of the best in the world, will also be provided to patrons. DJs Aneudy, Chulo Jay, and Rare will play mash-ups, classics, and popular reggaeton beats.
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BEST DOMINICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY BASH #13: MARCY PLACE PERFORMING LIVE AT SOFA LOUNGE
Local Latin R&B pop group Marcy Place are going to jumpstart the official Dominican Independence Festival after party where they’ll perform their many smash hit at the Sofa Lounge in The Bronx. DJs Precise, Danny S, and Brinka will be spinning top 40, Hip-Hop, and other Latin tracks. Get on our guestlist today and you’ll have free admission until midnight.
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BEST DOMINICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY BASH #14: CARNAVAL EXTRAVAGANZA WITH TONO ROSARIO AT MARACAS
Don’t feel blue if you’re missing out on the red hot carnaval in Santo Domingo. Maracas will host diablos cajuelos, traditional dancers, and plenty of confetti, bringing the island’s spirit right to you. Famed merengue star Tono Rosario will also be leading the festivities with a special performance that everyone has been talking about for weeks! DJSs Eli, Zupermario, and Harold Diaz will spin reggaeton, bachata, and merengue, so you’ll feel as if you suddenly hopped on a plane to the Caribbean. Click here for more info.
