DMV 14th Annual Shades of Blue & Gold Dance Extravaganza
Jul 30, 2026 · Hilton Arlington National Landing, 2399 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA 22202 · Arlington, VA
About this event
Four-day celebration of DC Hand Dance — the DMV's homegrown swing form — with workshops, socials, competitions, and the awards night honoring top instructors preserving the tradition.
Why we picked it
DC Hand Dance is a Black-DMV-original — the annual convention is where the tradition gets taught, contested, and passed down, all in one hotel.
Good for
dancers of every level, DMV natives, jazz-and-R&B lovers
Need to know
Runs Thursday–Sunday; day-passes exist but weekend passes are the move if you plan to dance.
When
Jul 30, 2026
Where
Hilton Arlington National Landing, 2399 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA 22202Arlington, VAOpen in Maps →
Price
$135 general | $155 VIP
Organizer
DMV Dance Entertainment & Production
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