Browse our calendar of upcoming salsa and bachata socials, dance parties, classes, and festivals in San Jose.
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Explore salsa and bachata, from dance styles and differences to practical tips for the social dance floor. Get inspired for your next night of dancing in San Jose.
Salsa vs Bachata
Salsa or bachata? Learn the key differences in music, timing, steps, and movement—and what to expect when you hear both on the social dance floor.
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Best Shoes for Salsa Dancing
Discover the best salsa shoes for men and women, from beginner-friendly options to stylish shoes made for serious social dancing.
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Different Styles of Salsa Dancing
Explore On1, On2, Cuban, Caleña, and other salsa styles you may encounter on the dance floor.
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Salsa vs Bachata
Salsa or bachata? Learn the key differences in music, timing, steps, and movement—and what to expect when you hear both on the social dance floor.
Learn more
Best Shoes for Salsa Dancing
Discover the best salsa shoes for men and women, from beginner-friendly options to stylish shoes made for serious social dancing.
Read the guide
Different Styles of Salsa Dancing
Explore On1, On2, Cuban, Caleña, and other salsa styles you may encounter on the dance floor.
Learn more
Different Styles of Bachata
Explore traditional/Dominican, moderna, sensual, and other bachata styles—and learn what makes each one unique on the social dance floor.
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History of Salsa Dancing
Trace salsa’s roots through the Caribbean and New York, from Son and Mambo to the global dance phenomenon we know today.
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In San Jose
Michelle Castro
DZ
Danny Zepeda
RR
Ruby Rumbera
TY
Takeshi Young
JC
Juan Carlos Camarena
DC
Dennis Cao
IC
Isidro Corona
EM
Edmundo Martinez
HR
Hector Reyes
AM
Amanda Marquez
DS
Danielle Sigura
AA
Alyssa Aguilar
San Jose has 28 upcoming salsa and bachata events in the next 30 days.
Yes. Check the “Today” tab for today’s Latin dance events.
Yes, there are 5 free socials coming up in the next 30 days.
Yes. See our local festival page for upcoming festivals & congresses around San Jose, or browse the worldwide festival calendar.
