Dance to the beat of your own drum at Therapy Cafe’s Silent Disco this weekend

Therapy Cafe hosts a Silent Disco at 452 E 3rd St. in downtown Dayton monthly. The event is best described as a party for one, in a room of hundreds -- all you have to do is set your headphones and dance! The concept started in bigger cities and has been a traveling hit at large music festivals like Bonnaroo. TOM GILLIAM / CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER

Credit: Tom Gilliam

Credit: Tom Gilliam

Therapy Cafe hosts a Silent Disco at 452 E 3rd St. in downtown Dayton monthly. The event is best described as a party for one, in a room of hundreds -- all you have to do is set your headphones and dance! The concept started in bigger cities and has been a traveling hit at large music festivals like Bonnaroo. TOM GILLIAM / CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER

Though it might sound like an oxymoron, the Therapy Cafe is yet again showing why its silent disco is far from it.

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Here are five reasons why you should give it a shot:

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1.) The idea of a silent disco was born in bigger cities and at music festivals like Bonnaroo, and now can be found on a monthly basis at Therapy Cafe. The event is best be described as a party for one, in a room of hundreds.

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2.) It's like a musical choose-your-own-adventure with three local DJs, each spinning a different genre. All you have to do is set your headphones and dance!

Therapy Cafe hosts a Silent Disco at 452 E 3rd St. in downtown Dayton monthly. The event is best described as a party for one, in a room of hundreds -- all you have to do is set your headphones and dance! The concept started in bigger cities and has been a traveling hit at large music festivals like Bonnaroo. TOM GILLIAM / CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER

Credit: Tom Gilliam

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Credit: Tom Gilliam

3.) The color-coordinated, specialized headphones light up according to the station selected, giving each member of the crowd a completely distinct experience and creating a sea of color in the club.

4.) Dayton is known for having great support of our local music scene, and here is another opportunity. This event showcases three DJs with their own style and sound. You can switch from EDM to classic hip-hop and then over to current hits.

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5.) This event is a dream for introverts and extroverts alike. You can find your place in the crowd based on like-minded listeners, or get down solo. Silent Disco is a party for everyone!

Therapy Cafe hosts a Silent Disco at 452 E 3rd St. in downtown Dayton monthly. The event is best described as a party for one, in a room of hundreds -- all you have to do is set your headphones and dance! The concept started in bigger cities and has been a traveling hit at large music festivals like Bonnaroo. TOM GILLIAM / CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER

Credit: Tom Gilliam

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Credit: Tom Gilliam

WANT TO GO?

What: The Silent Disco

When: Friday, Feb. 28 from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Where: Therapy Cafe, 452 E. Third St., Dayton

Cost: $5 cover at the door, and your ID is required (it is used to secure your headphones)

More info: Facebook

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