Baila Thursdays Salsa Social
7 PM
Salsa & Bachata at La Cosecha, Washington, D.C.
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Weekly Schedule
Thursday
Location
Salsa
Bachata
Kizomba
Zouk
Weekly
Monthly
1280 4th St NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
Get DirectionsAbout La Cosecha
Baila Thursdays at La Cosecha is a twice-monthly salsa social staged inside Union Market’s Latin marketplace, an open-plan food hall with vendor stalls, a central open area and outdoor seating rather than a traditional ballroom. Run by Baila DC, the night routinely draws hundreds of dancers into that shared public space; La Cosecha’s Thursday hours extend to midnight, so the social runs late into the evening.
Entry is ticketed: Baila DC raised social tickets from $10 to $15 and offers a 6-social punch pass that preserves the $10 rate through the end of 2026. Baila DC also runs five levels of On2 classes, so expect a mixed-skill crowd and a studio-to-social flow, many people come after a class or warm-up. The dance area is part of the market floor, so it’s not a sprung wooden ballroom; plan for a busy, informal floor with vendor traffic nearby and casual dress.
Vibe
open-market, community-oriented, studio-to-social
Music
On2 salsa primary; bachata featured
When it fills
builds after dinner; busiest late evening until midnight
Beginners
mixed; five On2 class levels feed the social
Dress code
casual, market-friendly
Neighbourhood
Union Market district (La Cosecha food hall)
Getting there
underground parking nearby; rideshare-friendly
Floor
open market floor rather than a sprung ballroom; vendor traffic and seating edges the dance area
Crowd
hundreds when Baila Thursdays runs
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Frequently Asked Questions
What dance styles does La Cosecha host?
La Cosecha hosts salsa, bachata events. The music split is: Salsa (1 event), Bachata (1 event). On2 salsa primary; bachata featured. Check the weekly schedule above for exact times.
When are dance events at La Cosecha?
La Cosecha has 1 weekly event on Thursday. The busiest night is Thursday. builds after dinner; busiest late evening until midnight. See the full schedule above for start times and styles.
How much does it cost to dance at La Cosecha?
Entry at La Cosecha is Social + Class $20 online / $25 door; Social only $15. Prices may vary by event. Check each event above for details.
Where is La Cosecha located?
La Cosecha is located at 1280 4th St NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA, Washington, D.C., USA. It's in Union Market district (La Cosecha food hall). underground parking nearby; rideshare-friendly. Use the map above for directions.
Do I need a dance partner to attend events at La Cosecha?
No, you don't need a dance partner. Social dance events at La Cosecha welcome solo dancers at all levels. You're welcome to ask anyone to dance; no partner needed.
Is La Cosecha beginner-friendly?
mixed; five On2 class levels feed the social.
What's the dress code at La Cosecha?
casual, market-friendly.