The formal quinceañera dance performed with her court is called a vals.
Vals is Spanish for “waltz,” and the dance is one of the best-known ceremonial parts of a traditional quinceañera reception. The celebrant usually performs it with members of her court, often beginning with a choreographed presentation and then dancing with a parent or other honored relative.
The vals is not necessarily the only dance at the party. After the formal presentation, many celebrations include additional choreographed numbers, popular music, and dancing for guests. Regional customs and family preferences can significantly change the order and style.
A common mix-up is treating “vals” as the name of the entire celebration. Quinceañera names the coming-of-age celebration, while vals refers specifically to the ceremonial waltz. The dance may also be described in English simply as the quinceañera waltz.