April 17, 2026
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Rene Avila’s Afro~Cuban~ Band

April 17, 2026

Rene Avila’s Afro~Cuban~ Band

Dorian’s Presents

Rene Avila’s Afro~Cuban~ Band
Live at 9PM & 11PM

Happy Hours 6-8pm Nightly
No reservations ~ 6pm – 2am
21+ ~ Vax Required

$10 Cover after 8PM

Rene Avila’s Afro~Cuban~Quintet is the only band in the Midwest that plays this traditional music from the 40’s, and 50’s which came from Cuba and 60’s and 70’s that is considered “The New York” style which was developed in the states. This ensemble plays a wide range of Afro-Cuban styles from Cha-Cha-Cha, Guaguanco, Danzon, Guajira, Guaracha, Mambo and Son. Charangueo has been together for about 7 years with Rene Avila as the leader and founder. Rene Avila also subs as the host of Mambo Inn, Sunday’s from 4pm to 6pm on WDCB 90.9FM “Chicago’s Home for Jazz”