A waltz may be performed by a quinceañera and her court of honor.
The formal waltz is a well-known part of many quinceañera receptions. The celebrant and her attendants may rehearse a choreographed routine and perform it before the guests. The dance gives the celebration a ceremonial centerpiece and allows the court of honor to participate publicly.
Not every quinceañera uses a traditional waltz. Families may choose contemporary music, Latin dance styles, or a medley that combines several genres. Some celebrations retain the waltz’s formal structure while using modern songs, while others replace it with a fully modern choreography.
The waltz should also be distinguished from the separate father-daughter dance, which is another common tradition. A quinceañera can include both dances, only one, or neither. Thus, waltz is a traditional dance form associated with the celebration, not a compulsory feature of every event.