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Salsa in Washington Dc
USA
20 events
17 venues
Salsa in Washington DC runs eight nights a week, and all eight are weekly socials. Wednesday is the busiest night with two parties, and Friday and Saturday also give you two each. Sunday and Thursday cover the rest, so you can dance five days out of seven. Most nights happen in Latin restaurants, rum bars, and bar venues, several near Dupont Circle and the U Street area. Many floors mix salsa with bachata (7 bachata events run here), and a few add zouk (4 events). Coming alone is normal, and locals rotate partners from the first song. Check each event for the cover charge, since some socials start with a short beginner class.
Last updated: August 7, 2026
Salsa
Bachata
Kizomba
Zouk
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Monthly
Recurring Salsa Socials
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Wednesday
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WED Weekly
7 PM – late; classes from 7-9 PM
Wednesday Salsa Nights at Casta's
at Casta’s Rum Bar, 1121 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington DC 20037
Salsa ·Free ·Weekly
WED Weekly
9 PM – 2 AM, class Salsa beginner + intermediate 7PM-9PM
Salsa con Candela Wednesdays
at Public Bar Live | Sports Bar Dupont Circle Washington DC
Salsa ·$5 class + social ·Weekly
WED 1ST WED
7:30 PM
Mambo Fridays at Bryant St Market
at Bryant Street Market
Salsa ·$10 until one week before, $15 after ·1ST WED
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Thursday
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7 PM – 11 PM, beginner salsa class 7-8 PM (Every 1st Thursday)
Baila Thursdays Salsa Social
at La Cosecha
Salsa ·Social + Class $20 online / $25 door; Social only $15 ·Monthly
Friday
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11 PM – 3 AM
Cuba Libre Nights
at Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar
Salsa ·Free with dinner receipt ·Weekly
FRI Weekly
9 PM – 1AM, class from 8PM
Salsa con candela Fridays @ the Generator Hotel DC
at Generator Hotel
Salsa ·$10 ·Weekly
Saturday
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10:30 PM – 3 AM
Cuba Libre Nights
at Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar
Salsa ·Free with dinner receipt ·Weekly
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Sunday
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SUN Weekly
5:30 PM
Salsa Underground DC Social
at Citadel Creole Cuisine
Salsa ·$20 lesson & social / $15 social only ·Weekly
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FAQ
Where can I dance Salsa in Washington Dc?
Washington Dc has 20 salsa events across multiple venues. Popular spots include The Salsa Room, Public Bar Live, Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar, La Cosecha, Latin Marketplace and Georgetown Waterfront. Check the full weekly schedule above for times and locations.
When are Salsa socials in Washington Dc?
Salsa socials in Washington Dc run throughout the week. The most popular nights are Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday. There are 20 weekly recurring events.
What other dance styles are available in Washington Dc?
Besides Salsa, Washington Dc also has Bachata (7 events), Zouk (4 events).
How many Salsa events are there in Washington Dc?
Washington Dc, USA currently has 20 salsa dancing events listed, including 20 recurring socials. All events are personally verified and updated regularly.
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