ANNOUNCEMENTS (for monthly and/or special events held in 2024…full details in Current Events section)

The Gatsby Salsa Night at O’Hara Student Center Ballroom (Pitt Campus) on Tuesday, April 16

Salsa night at Kingfly Spirits on Wednesday, April 17

Live Cuban music in the lounge featuring Hugo Cruz and Caminos at Kingfly Spirits on Sunday, April 21

Salsa night at Jergels on Tuesday, April 23

Steel City Bachata Fusion Weekender Vol. 2 on Friday-Sunday, April 26-28 at CrossBody Dance + Movement

Cuban night at Wightman School Studio (Room 306) on Friday, April 26.

Salsa comes to Washington County on Saturday, April 27 at J&D Cellars at the Street at the Meadows.

Students’ Salsa Social at Los Sabrosos Dance Studio on Monday, April 29

Cinco de Mayo and pre-Cinco de Mayo parties are being held at the following places:
Friday, May 3 – Tocayo Mexican Restaurant in Bethel Park
Sunday, May 5 – El Sabor Latin Kitchen on Penn
Sunday, May 5 – Tepache Mexican Kitchen & Bar (Cranberry and Fox Chapel locations)

Professional salsa dancer, Maritza from Mexico will be in Pittsburgh May 25 – June 5 for workshops and dances…workshops scheduled on Saturday, June 1 (men & women) and Sunday, June 2 (women only) at the Wightman School Community Building. Pre-registration form is at bottom of this page.

Salsa dance pop-up at the City Winery on Tuesday, June 4 with special guest, Maritza from Mexico.

See below for a list of salsa dancing opportunities around the Greater Pittsburgh area that we have been made aware of via the DJ, Event Promoter, or Club Owner….events listed by start time and date.

CURRENT EVENTS BELOW – All dates below are in calendar year 2024
More info and future events on our Google Calendar

Tuesday, April 16
The Gatsby Salsa Night
O’Hara Student Center Ballroom (Pitt Campus)
4024 O’Hara St.
The Gatsby Salsa Night presented by the Pitt Salsa Club from 7:30 – 11:00 pm. $5.00 cover includes mini-lesson, food and drinks.

Wednesday, April 17
Kingfly Spirits
2613 Smallman Street (Strip District)
Join us for a mid-week Latin dance night at Kingfly Spirits. This event will take place in Kingfly’s spacious 5,000 square feet loft. Salsa Lesson by Salsa Pittsburgh from 6:30 – 7:00 pm Taco bowl, nachos available for purchase (provided by Scorch Garden) from 6:00 pm until sold out. Dance to Salsa, Bachata and more from 7:00 – 10:00 pm…music by DJ Jeff Shirey. $10.00 Cover at the door.

Thursday, April 18
Latin Thursdays at CrossBody Dance + Movement
422 Wood St (Downtown)
Salsa, Bachata, & More…music by Mike David (DJ D’Aço). Lesson at 9:00 pm, Dancing from 9:30 pm – 1:00 am. BYOB, $10.00 cover.

Friday, April 19
Los Sabrosos Dance Studio
4909 Penn Ave (Lawrenceville/Garfield)
Do you want to expand your existing Latin dance repertoire? Have you been looking for an opportunity to try something different? We have you covered with our new monthly Zouk-Chata Nights (3rd Friday of each month) from 8:30 pm – 12:00 midnight. With this blended social of Zouk and Sensual Bachata, dancers have the chance to experience their striking similarities and to appreciate their unique strengths. Mini-Lesson at 8:30 pm, social dancing from 9:00 pm – 12:00 am. Mini-Lesson + Social: $15.00; Social Dancing Only: $10.00.

Saturday, April 20
Tepache Mexican Kitchen & Bar
1374 Freeport Rd (Fox Chapel)
Salsa Night every 1st and 3rd Saturday with DJ Marlon Silva playing a mix of Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, etc. from 9:00 pm – 1:00 am. Kitchen closes at 11:00 pm. Come early for dinner/drinks. No Cover and free parking.

Saturday, April 20
Los Sabrosos Dance Studio
4909 Penn Ave (Lawrenceville/Garfield)
First & Third Saturdays – Multi-floor NOCHE LATINA. Upstairs Dance Floor: Salsa, Bachata, Cha-Cha, Merengue, & More. Downstairs Dance Floor: Zouk & Kizomba. Mini-Lesson at 9:15 pm. Social Dancing from 9:30 pm – 1:00 am. Mini-Lesson + Social: $15.00; Social Dancing Only: $10.00.

Sunday, April 21
Kingfly Spirits
2613 Smallman Street (Strip District)
Every Third Sunday from 6:00 – 9:00 pm: A night of live Cuban style music in the lounge featuring Hugo Cruz and Caminos. $5.00 cover

Tuesday, April 23
Jergel’s Rhythm Grille
103 Slade Lane (Warrendale)
Pop-up Salsa night hosted by Salsa Pittsburgh. Doors open at 5:00 pm. Free 30 minute dance lesson at 6:30 pm by Jeff & Colleen Shirey. DJ Jeff playing Salsa, Bachata and more from 7:00 – 10:00 pm.
$5.00 pre-sale (CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE ADVANCE TICKET). If you purchase tickets ahead of time at the venue, there is no service fee attached. $10.00 at the door.  This event is open to all ages, with alcohol available to attendees ages 21 and over. Food available, plenty of table seating, huge parking lot.

Thursday, April 25
Latin Thursdays at CrossBody Dance + Movement
422 Wood St (Downtown)
Salsa, Bachata, & More…music by Mike David (DJ D’Aço). Lesson at 9:00 pm, Dancing from 9:30 pm – 1:00 am. BYOB, $10.00 cover.

Friday, April 26 – Sunday, April 28
Steel City Bachata Fusion Weekender Vol. 2
CrossBody Dance + Movement
422 Wood St (Downtown)
Workshops, Socials, Performance. Complete details here:
https://www.facebook.com/events/1577872696281563

Friday, April 26
Wightman School Community Building- Studio 306
5604 Solway St – (Squirrel Hill)
Cuban night at Wightman School Studio. Son lesson at 8:30 ($5.00); Rueda de Casino lesson at 9:00 pm. ($5.00) Dance from 9:30 pm – 1:00 am to Casino, Timba, Cha Cha Cha, Bolero, Kizomba, and more. ($10.00 cover for dancing only).

Saturday, April 27
J&D Wine Cellars at the Street
100 Adios Drive, Suite 1030 (Meadowlands, Washington, PA)
Salsa dancing comes to Washington County…Join us for an evening of Latin music, dancing and food. Food available for purchase, catered by TBA from 6:00 until sold out. Free dance lesson at 7:00 pm; Social dancing to Salsa, Bachata and more by DJ Jeff from 7:30 – 10:00 pm. No Cover.

FUTURE EVENTS

Monday, April 29
Los Sabrosos Dance Studio
4909 Penn Ave (Lawrenceville/Garfield)
Students’ Salsa Social every last Monday of the month from 9:00 – 11:00 pm. A new Monday night Salsa social designed for beginner Salsa dancers and the salsa-curious. BYOB. $5.00 cover.

Friday, May 3
Tocayo Taqueria and Tequila Bar/Restaurant
1001 Cool Springs Dr (Bethel Park)
Pre-Cinco de Mayo salsa night at Tocayo – Bethel Park location.  DJ Jeff playing salsa, bachata and other Latin rhythms from 6:00 – 11:00 pm.  Dance will take place in the covered gazebo area with sheet vinyl flooring on cement.  No cover charge.

Saturday, May 4
Los Sabrosos Dance Studio
4909 Penn Ave (Lawrenceville/Garfield)
First & Third Saturdays – Multi-floor NOCHE LATINA.
Special Noche Latina tonight celebrating A Galaxy Far, Far Away! Calling all Jedis, Sith, Bounty Hunters, and other intergalactic travelers to the dance floor. All your favorite Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, and Zouk hits in a Star Wars inspired environment. Grab some blue milk, dress up as your favorite character, and join the fun! Special performance by our Burlesque Hot Heels class…Upstairs Dance Floor: Salsa, Bachata, Cha-Cha, Merengue, & More. Downstairs Dance Floor: Zouk & Kizomba. Mini-Lesson at 9:15 pm. Social Dancing from 9:30 pm – 1:00 am. Mini-Lesson + Social: $15.00; Social Dancing Only: $10.00.

Sunday, May 5
El Sabor Latin Kitchen on Penn
4100 Penn Ave (Lawrenceville/Bloomfield)
Join Los Sabrosos Dance Company for Cinco de Mayo celebration from 4:00 – 6:00 pm. Live music, food, mini-dance lesson and dancing.

Sunday, May 26
Outdoor Summer Salsa Party
Avonworth Community Park Pavilion
498 Camp Horne Rd (North Hills)
FREE outdoor Salsa Dance Party to celebrate the beginning of summer and DJ’s Jeff’s birthday. All ages welcome from 4:00-10:00 pm. Come dance Salsa, Bachata, and other Latin rhythms on the 2400 square foot mahogany dance floor at the beautiful Avonworth Community Park Pavilion. Event is free to the public…we will supply the venue, dance music and some food starting at 4:00 pm…we just ask you to bring your own snacks and drinks (picnic style)…here is a little secret…Jeff likes craft beer!

Wednesday, May 29
Hard Rock Cafe
230 W Station Square Dr (Station Square)
Salsa night from 7:00 – 11:00 pm.  DJ Jeff playing Salsa, Bachata, and other Latin dance genres.  Free lesson at 7:00 pm. Social dancing from 7:30 – 11:00 pm.  Parking available at the Station Square Garage and adjacent Lots. Come early for dinner/drinks. This event is open to all ages, with alcohol available to attendees ages 21 and over.  $10.00 cover at the door.

Saturday/Sunday, June 1-2
Workshops taught by Maritza from Mexico
Wightman School Community Building- 3rd Floor Gymnasium
5604 Solway St – (Squirrel Hill)
Saturday: Three hours of workshops for men and women in Body Movement, Styling within partnerwork to include leading tips and technique, and footwork to include elements of Pachanga, Afro, and Boogalu.
Sunday: Two hours of workshops for WOMEN ONLY on Ladies Styling…material will cover body movement and technique for women in salsa, with a focus on the movement of the hands, arms, hips and shoulders to help to improve your social dancing. Additional topics to include intentions and feminine movement in Cuban rhythms such as Mambo, Son and Salsa Fusion. Workshops are for all levels and will be progressive.
CLICK FLYER BELOW FOR PDF PRE-REGISTRATION FORM – Registration will also be available shortly on Eventbrite, however you can save the service fees if you use Venmo or send a check to us.

Tuesday, June 4
City Winery – Pittsburgh
1627 Smallman St (Strip District)
Join Salsa Pittsburgh, and special guest, professional salsa dancer, Maritz from Mexico for a Tuesday night Salsa Dance Pop-Up at the City Winery, located in the Strip District Terminal…beautiful venue with a wooden dance floor and great acoustics! Full menu of food and beverage…come early for dinner/drinks! Dance lesson at 6:30 pm. Social dancing from 7:00 – 10:30 pm to DJ Jeff (Salsa, Bachata, and more). $10.00 cover at the door.