Plan

Interfusion Festival is the largest indoor transformative festival in the US occurring on January 18 – 21, 2019 (MLK Weekend) bringing together like-minded souls for four days of learning, healing, play and connection. Interfusion provides a holistic opportunity for participants at all levels to explore workshops in over 20 practices with no partner required, from beginners to advanced offerings. Participants choose their adventure across a spectrum of over 100 festival activities and emerge into an openhearted community experience.

The theme for this Interfusion chapter is Rebirth. In the course of the festival experience by diving into the movement, mindfulness and connection practices, we will explore our inner selves, become aware of old attachments and patterns that no longer serve us, let them go, and reemerge reborn into our magnificent uninhibited authentic selves.

Interfusion Festival Rebirth is located at The Westin Alexandria: 400 Courthouse Square, Alexandria, VA 22314.

To get the most out of your experience, the best place to stay is at The Westin Alexandria where the festival is held. To reserve a room, please call The Westin directly at (703) 253-8600 and say that you are coming with Interfusion Festival group to receive best discounted rate. You can also book online under the Interfusion group discount at the following link.  Book a Room.

Yes! We have plenty of choices for beginners. Please refer to the full festival schedule before the event and look for offerings marked as “beginner” or “all levels”.

No partner necessary! We have a great mix of men and women attending. Partnerships are created easily during each workshop and are often rotated multiple times by the instructor to create the best learning environment possible.

Night parties take place on 20,000 square feet of premium hotel spaces, with over a dozen DJs playing Zouk, Bachata, Salsa, Kizomba, Ecstatic Dance, Electronic dance music (EDM) and more.

Party themes are optional and provide suggestions on how to dress on each night of the festival. Most participants choose to dress in the themes to add to their experience and event’s atmosphere.

Interfusion’s Serenity Lounge is also open throughout the night parties, offering a retreat for those needing a break from high-energy action.

How to dress and what to bring will depend on the classes you’re planning on taking and other activities you’re planning on participating in.

For partner dance classes: we recommend dance shoes and/or socks and comfortable clothing.

For Acrobatics: yoga type clothing is recommended. Please avoid loose fitting clothing and jewelry as they may become safety hazards. Sport towel, hand sanitizer and dry chalk are recommended but not necessary.

For pole dance and fitness: yoga shorts and sports bras work best. If you choose to wear heels, they must have ankle strap. You may also bring grip products, if desired.

For healing arts: comfortable clothing. Yoga mats will be provided but we recommend you also bring your own.

Evening shows feature an exciting variety lineup of acts in dance, acrobatics and flow arts. The shows are between 60 and 90 minutes long. Function seating is provided for up to 700-1000 guests on a first come first serve basis, while standing room is available for additional guests. The festival evening shows are followed by parties.

Festival registration hours are as follows:

Thursday: 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM to 11:45 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM to 11:45 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM to 11:45 PM
Monday: 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM

Once you arrive at the Westin Hotel, proceed to the second floor and check in with the registration desk. Please bring your photo ID and ticket purchase confirmation.

No participants under the age of 12 are permitted to the festival. All participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times. All participants under 18 must have a special waiver form completed and signed by a parent.

No pets other than service animals are permitted in the festival area. Westin Hotel has the following pet policy: “The hotel accepts dogs weighing up to 40 pounds. Guests must sign an agreement to not leave a pet alone in a room, even in a cage or crate. Service animals that provide assistance to individuals with disabilities are welcome at the hotel and are not subject to the policies and restrictions that apply to other animals. Any damage by pets will incur cleaning fees.

Breakfast/light lunch and snacks are available onsite at Starbucks PLUS lunch, dinner, and Sunday brunch are available at the hotel’s Trademark Restaurant. Many other local restaurants are within walking distance of the hotel. A list of restaurants is available on our website and at the Westin front desk.

The Westin Hotel is offering our attendees discounted rates for valet parking at the hotel.  Daily valet parking is available from 7 AM – 11 PM.  To receive the special rates, just let the attendant know that you are Interfusion Festival guest.

In case valet parking gets full, there is also a parking garage located two blocks away from the hotel (5 min.walk) that you can park in.  It is located right next to De Luxe Nails Lounge. The rates for this garage are below along with the address:

1931 Ballenger Ave, Alexandria, VA 22314

Friday: $10 all day
Saturday: $5 all day
Sunday: closed

Volunteer positions will be first made available to previous volunteers.  A few additional volunteer positions will be made publicly available.  An application process will be required, which includes an brief interview and references.

Interfusion brings together an eclectic mix of artists, teachers, healers and speakers from around the nation and beyond.  To apply to teach, perform, speak or otherwise share your arts and passions with Interfusion community please visit: https://goo.gl/forms/buoZcBFYfbjkC9322

Please see http://interfusionfestival.com/expo/ for detailed information.