Oxford Salsa & Bachata Ball 2026

About this event

The Oxford Salsa & Bachata Ball 2026 is a full-day celebration of Latin music, dance, and community at the historic Oxford Town Hall.

The festival-style gathering opens at 1:00 PM on Saturday, May 9, with a rich programme of afternoon workshops featuring salsa, bachata and kizomba classes suitable for a range of skill levels, including open-level partnerwork and solo sessions.

Later in the evening the ball kicks off with partnerwork workshops and performances from student teams and guest instructors, followed by live music and top DJs spinning salsa, cha-cha-cha and bachata into the night.

With options for full-day passes including workshops, ball, and afterparty, or evening event-only tickets, attendees can choose how they want to experience the day.

Members of the organising society enjoy exclusive discounts, and the welcoming atmosphere makes this event a highlight on Oxford’s social dance calendar.