Moe's Cantina River North - Bachata, Salsa dance venue in Chicago

Bachata & Salsa at Moe's Cantina River North, Chicago

Bachata in Chicago ·Salsa in Chicago · Chicago, United States 🇺🇸

155 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60654
1 weekly event Best night Thursday Bachata 50% Salsa 50%

Weekly Schedule

Thursday

THU Weekly

20:30

Tropical Thursdays at Moes Cantina River North

at Moe's Cantina River North

bachata ·salsa ·10 cover free before 9PM ·Weekly

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Lively interior of Moe's Cantina River North in Chicago with chandeliers and a crowd — bachata, salsa venue in Chicago

About Moe's Cantina River North

Tropical Thursdays at Moe's Cantina River North is part of the Latin Street Dancing family of weekly Chicago Latin nights. The evening runs from 8:30 PM until 2:00 AM and features a Bachata lesson around 9 PM led by Latin Street instructors, followed by social dancing across Salsa and Bachata, with a dedicated new Bachata room giving sensual dancers their own space. Cover is 10 dollars, and entry is free before 9 PM for those who arrive early.

Moe's Cantina sits at 155 W Kinzie Street in River North, one of Chicago's most central and accessible nightlife districts, close to public transit and downtown. Because Latin Street Dancing is a teaching organization, the night opens with a lesson and welcomes beginners and solo dancers, with no partner needed. The crowd blends Latin Street students with the broader Chicago social scene, making it a lively midweek option for dancers looking to keep moving between weekends.

Vibe

Lively River North cantina night run by a teaching organization

Music

Salsa and Bachata, with a dedicated Bachata room

When it fills

Thursdays, 8:30 PM to 2:00 AM

Live music

DJ-led Salsa and Bachata

Beginners

Yes, a Bachata lesson opens the night around 9 PM

Neighbourhood

River North, central Chicago on W Kinzie Street

Getting there

Central River North, close to downtown and public transit

Going solo

Yes, lesson-led start and no partner needed

Floor

Cantina floor plus a separate Bachata room

Crowd

Mix of Latin Street students and the wider Chicago scene

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Frequently Asked Questions

What dance styles does Moe's Cantina River North host?
Moe's Cantina River North hosts bachata, salsa events. The music split is: Bachata (1 event), Salsa (1 event). Salsa and Bachata, with a dedicated Bachata room. Check the weekly schedule above for exact times.
When are dance events at Moe's Cantina River North?
Moe's Cantina River North has 1 weekly event on Thursday. The busiest night is Thursday. Thursdays, 8:30 PM to 2:00 AM. See the full schedule above for start times and styles.
How much does it cost to dance at Moe's Cantina River North?
Entry at Moe's Cantina River North is 10 cover free before 9PM. Prices may vary by event. Check each event above for details.
Where is Moe's Cantina River North located?
Moe's Cantina River North is located at 155 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60654, Chicago, United States. It's in River North, central Chicago on W Kinzie Street. Central River North, close to downtown and public transit. Use the map above for directions.
Do I need a dance partner to attend events at Moe's Cantina River North?
No, you don't need a dance partner. Yes, lesson-led start and no partner needed.
Is Moe's Cantina River North beginner-friendly?
Yes, a Bachata lesson opens the night around 9 PM.
Is there live music at Moe's Cantina River North?
DJ-led Salsa and Bachata.

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