For its first anniversary, Distrito T-Mobile will hold an unprecedented multi-sensory celebration bringing together music, dance, aerial dance, acrobatics and gymnastics. It will also present an innovative vision for the entertainment industry, along with a wide variety of artists and musical talent headlining the celebratory nights.
Here is everything you need to know to join the celebration.
#1. 360-Degree Audiovisual Spectacle
The celebration begins Friday, Aug. 26, and runs through Sunday, Aug. 28. It kicks off Friday, Aug. 26, with audiovisual performances and the show 'Universum'.
'Universum' is a 360-degree audiovisual concept in which Popular Plaza will be transformed with an extended stage, audiovisual elements projected on its massive screens, effects, talent, characters, dance and music reflecting the variety of experiences within the Distrito T-Mobile universe. #PlateaTip: Restaurant Spotlight: Barullo Taberna Española
"At this big celebration we are going to showcase the musical variety that defines us, ranging from bomba y plena, salsa, rock en español and jazz to reggae, plus the world premiere of the Orquesta Sinfónica Urbana, a one-of-a-kind concept featuring songs by major urban-genre stars in symphonic format," said Francisco Mariani, general manager of Distrito T-Mobile.
#2. Events Will Be Free of Charge
Admission to the celebration will be free, and the main activities will take place at the heart of Distrito T-Mobile, the Popular Plaza atrium. "Our support for local talent is our way of reaffirming that we believe in our artistic community. Over the past year we have collaborated with more than 1,500 artists and production technicians who are a testament to the high level of Puerto Rican talent," Mariani added.
#3. A Full Lineup of Local Talent Across the 3 Days of Celebration
Throughout the weekend, some of the top DJs in the industry join the celebration, including DJ King Arthur, DJ Velcro, DJ AVI, DJ Mickey Collective, DJ Adams, DJ Boohype and DJ Sammy.
On Friday, activities begin at 5:00 p.m. with Plenéalo, VF7 and La Banda Algarete. On Saturday at 12:00 p.m., Bri La Pelúa performs, along with the exclusive premiere of the Orquesta Sinfónica Urbana, directed by virtuoso multi-instrumentalist Edgar Abraham. This symphonic orchestra, with its unique style, will perform everything from Farruko to Bad Bunny.
On Sunday there will be action starting at 12:00 p.m. at Plaza Popular, featuring Brokys On Band with a rock tribute, a reggae tribute with The Blackheart All-Stars and Don Carmelo (vocalist of Gomba Jahbari), and La Vecina.
In addition, every night a bomba y plena performance by LuisGa Núñez will be incorporated into the show. For event details and schedules, follow Distrito T-Mobile on social media and visit www.distritot-mobile.com.
Note that parking at Distrito T-Mobile is $4.00 for the first hour, with additional hours charged at $2.50. Valet parking is $25.00.
This content was translated with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
