Alive@5: Edwin Ortiz y La Mafia Del Guaguanco; 5pm; $6; Salsa
Edwin Ortiz y La Mafia Del Guaguanco is a renowned salsa orchestra founded by bandleader Edwin Ortiz in 1985, originally known as Orquesta La Romana. Over the years, the band has become a cornerstone of Washington, D.C.’s salsa scene, helping to elevate the city to global salsa prominence. With a fresh lineup and new material recorded in 2023, the orchestra continues to honor its roots while pushing the boundaries of salsa music.