Doors: 7:00pm
Ages: 21+
Join us for Latin Night every Sunday at Putnam Place and get down to the hottest Latin beats by BoyBoy and percussionist John Ellis! For this special Travers Weekend edition of Latin Night, we are excited to also welcome the Rafy Cabrera Band , who will be performing a set at 8pm.
Want to learn Latin dancing? Our friends from Tango Fusion Dance Company will be here from 7pm – 8pm (every Sunday) offering free dance lessons. No partner or experience necessary!
Enjoy a hookah on the patio, provided by our friends at Hookah Mami’s.
Hungry? We will be serving up delicious Caribbean cuisine on the patio.
Rafy Cabrera is a dynamic and genre-blending artist whose roots trace back to the Dominican Republic and whose sound reflects the rich cultural fusion of the Caribbean. Known for his commanding voice, infectious rhythms, and deep connection to Latin musical traditions, Rafy’s style effortlessly blends bachata, merengue, salsa, urban, and tropical influences, creating a sound that is both timeless and undeniably fresh.
Born in Gaspar Hernández, in the Dominican province of Espaillat, and raised in Puerto Rico, Rafy was immersed in music from a young age. He grew up surrounded by the rhythms of the island and the storytelling soul of bachata, eventually transforming those early influences into a musical identity all his own. As both a vocalist and songwriter, Rafy’s work is known for its authenticity, energy, and ability to connect across generations and cultures.
While many recognize Rafy Cabrera as a radio pioneer—helping introduce and promote some of the biggest names in bachata to Puerto Rican audiences—his musicianship has steadily carved out its own lane. Rafy’s performances combine live instrumentation with genre-crossing production, and his lyrics often touch on themes of love, resilience, identity, and celebration.
On stage, Rafy brings a vibrant charisma, winning over audiences whether he’s fronting a full tropical band, delivering stripped-down acoustic sets, or moving crowds with danceable, high-energy tracks. His deep understanding of Latin music culture, honed from years in broadcasting and artist development, informs every performance, making him a standout figure in the new generation of Caribbean music voices.