Detroit Salsa x Hustle Festival

About this event

Detroit Salsa x Hustle Festival is a three-day Salsa and Hustle festival held September 4 to 6, 2026, at Cambria Hotel Detroit Downtown. Organized by Detroit Dance Festival, it begins Friday at noon and continues through Sunday with workshops, competitions, performances, and late-night socials.

Friday workshops start at 2:00 PM, while the Saturday and Sunday programs begin at 10:00 AM. Featured teachers and artists include Cristian Vergari, De’Jon & Clo, Ahtoy & Edwin, NewyoRicanMambo, Adrian Tenorio, and Yayita. The lineup also includes Daniela Leon, Troy Anthony, Shay & Serena, Raul & Yesenia, and Marc & Rose.

Music comes from DJ Koki and DJ Julio Sabroso. Evening performances take place each day, and the competition program includes Jack-and-Jill and other competition blocks. Saturday also features a gala dinner.

Registered festival pass holders can book a discounted room block for September 4 to 7. Valet parking is available at the hotel entrance, but there is no onsite self-parking. The downtown hotel offers food and beverage service along with accessible parking, an accessible entrance, elevators, and an accessible drop-off area.