Thursday, Oct 22 AFROBEATS / AMAPIANO / AFROHOUSE /AFROLATIN/ LATIN HOUSE: DJ OPEN DECK

About the party

Acoustik Garden Lounge on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn runs an open deck night for Afrobeats, Amapiano, Afro house, Afro Latin and Latin house DJs. This edition is Thursday, October 22, listed from 7 PM to 2 AM.

What to expect

An open deck format where DJs play short live sets. The venue lists drink specials and a kitchen open with food all night. My take: for DJs who want to test sets in front of a crowd, and for friends who come to dance and cheer them on.

Music and lineup

No billed artists. DJs sign up online or at the door for 15-minute live sets; online sign-ups get priority on a first-come basis, and remaining slots are drawn at random through the evening. The listing asks for Afrobeats, Amapiano, Afro house and 3-step DJs.

Before you go

21+ with valid ID; every guest must RSVP. The venue provides a Pioneer XDJ-XZ controller and speakers. DJs can bring their own controller and must bring headphones, and the listing mentions a participation fee for DJs paid at the door. Re-entry, coat check and accessibility are not confirmed.

Refunds (DICE)

DICE lists a 24-hour refund window after purchase (cooling-off).