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SWEET 16: Jai Ho! Dance Party Anniversary
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Jai Ho! Dance Party turns 16. Celebrate the Sweet 16 with DJ Prashant and Friends—candyland vibes, Bollywood party. Experience exclusive mashups, remixes, and high-energy dance anthems that pack Portland floors year after year. The hottest Bollywood, Punjabi, South Indian, and more—all night long. Whether you’re a day-one regular or just joining the fam, this Sweet 16 bash will be one to remember.
Come early to enjoy a showing of DJ Prashant’s original mashups and videos featuring local artists as part of the RACC Arts3C Grant program. Stay til the end to enjoy the birthday cake. Dress to impress—like it’s YOUR Sweet 16.
Prashant is an ex-Intel engineer turned DJ, choreographer, singer, and community organizer in Portland, Oregon. His personality and charisma instantly resonate with audiences of all ages and backgrounds. He is known for an enthralling all-video DJ set with interactive dance lessons and performances seamlessly woven into an irresistible blend of the world’s greatest dance music. His agenda is simple: bring community and cultures together to create connections on the dance floor, and get you dancing longer and harder than you ever thought possible. Get transported to an experience that is akin to being in a Bollywood musical, complete with interactive dance lessons, performances and non-stop hard-hitting beats from the east. Founded in 2010 by Prashant, an immigrant turned DJ, and like-minded friends, Jai Ho! is a celebration of Indian music and dance like no other.
Creating a safe and celebratory space is a priority at every event. Greet and treat everyone you meet as you would like to be treated, with equality, mutual respect, and a big smile. Zero tolerance for bigotry, racist remarks, and generally reckless behavior. Over the course of the night, Punjabi, Bollywood, South Indian songs, and music from across South Asia (new and old) will make their way into the DJ’s playlist. Contribute positively, uplift those around you, tip your bartenders well, and enjoy the music being played.