UPCOMING SALSA PITTSBURGH EVENTS (full details in Current Events section)
Salsa Dance at Bakery Square on Friday, Oct 16 is CANCELLED due to rainstorms.
Outdoor Salsa dance (the last one of the season) at The Terminal – Strip District on Monday, Oct 19.
Salsa Tuesdays with a View at The Finch (Distillery Complex 6th Floor Rooftop Bar/Restaurant) on 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, Oct 20, Nov 3, 17, Dec 1, 15.
Last dance for the Fall season at Bakery Square on Thursday, Oct 29 from 7:30 – 10:00 pm.
First Fridays Salsa night at Tocayo – Bethel Park: Friday, Nov 6, Dec 4.
2nd Fridays Salsa Social Dance at the BMNECC on Fridays, Nov 13, Dec 11.
Salsa night at Mamacita’s Restaurant (North Hills) on Saturday, Nov 14.
Dates for Salsa Nights at Velum Fermentation: None in Oct, Friday, Nov 20, None in Dec. 2027 Dates TBA.
Special event at the Distillery Complex – The Night before Thanksgiving Salsa Dance (Wednesday, Nov 25)…Dancing to various Latin rhythms (Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, Cha Cha Cha, etc.) on the 2nd floor (polished cement) of the Distillery Complex (approximately 4000 square feet of dance space).
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 are listed by date and start time.
CURRENT EVENTS BELOW – More info and future events on our Google Calendar
Friday, October 16
Bakery Square
6425 Penn Ave (East End)
Short night of dancing (with no lessons) from 8:00 – 10:00 pm on the artificial grass directly in front of the City Kitchen. DJ Jeff playing Salsa, Bachata and other Latin dance rhythms. Free to the public. 3 hours of free parking in the North Garage after 5:00 pm.
CANCELLED TONIGHT DUE TO RAINSTORMS
Friday, October 16
Los Sabrosos Dance Studio
4909 Penn Ave (Lawrenceville/Garfield)
Monthly Zouk-Chata Night (3rd Friday of each month) from 8:30 pm – 12:00 midnight. This is a blended social dedicated to Brazilian Zouk and Sensual Bachata. 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, October 17
Wightman School Community Building- Studio 306
5604 Solway St – (Squirrel Hill)
Casino Y Bachata Night with FTLOB. Join us for a night of Casino, Rueda de Casino, and Bachata all night long from 8:30 pm to 12:30 am. Beginner Casino/Rueda lesson at 8:30 pm for a $4.00 fee; Beginner Bachata lesson at 9:00 pm for a $4.00 fee. Dance from 9:30 pm-12:30 am to music by DJ Tay of FTLOB ($12.00 cover). Please use the side door to enter the building, buzz 126 if the door is locked, or dial 412-805-9798.
Saturday, October 17
Los Sabrosos Dance Studio (The Annex)
5129 Penn Ave (Lawrenceville/Garfield)
Special Costume Event Tonight: Noche Latina: Pumpkin Spice – Grab your sexy Halloween costume, put on your fishnets, and dance the night away to Salsa, Bachata, Zouk, Kizomba, & more! First & Third Saturdays – NOCHE LATINA. Salsa, Bachata, Cha-Cha, Merengue, & More. 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. BYOB.
Sunday, October 18
Squirrel Hill Second Saturday Social
Crossbody Dance + Movement
1918 Murray Ave (Squirrel Hill)
Latin Dance Social from 6:30 – 9:30 pm to celebrate Lauren Pearlman’s Birthday. Music by DJ Alysha playing Salsa, Bachata, and more. No cover, open to the public. Newcomers welcome.
Monday, October 19
Salsa at The Terminal
2101 Smallman St (Strip District)
Salsa Pittsburgh is teaming up with The Terminal in Pittsburgh’s Strip District to offer a free outdoor salsa dance on select Mondays this summer. Portable flooring will be our dancing surface, as well as the painted (danceable) section of the sidewalk at the base of the clock. Jeff & Colleen Shirey (Salsa Pittsburgh) will be offering a free 30-minute beginner dance lesson from 5:30 – 6:00 pm, followed by social dancing to Salsa, Bachata, and other Latin rhythms until 9:00 pm. Parking is available on street (free after 6:00 pm), or in the pay lot directly behind The Terminal. Grab a beer at Aslin Beer Co.
, or milkshakes at the Shake Shack 
, or food and beverage from any of the other Terminal vendors. Additional Dates have been added: Mondays, Sep 14, 28, Oct 5, 19.
Tuesday, October 20
Salsa with a View – The Distillery Complex
The Finch (6th floor Rooftop Bar/Restaurant)
59 2nd St (South Shore)
Please note: In the event of rain, we will either be on the 2nd floor of the Distillery Complex or inside The Finch (6th floor). 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at the Distillery Complex on the South Shore (6th Floor – The Finch). Weather permitting, we will be dancing outside on the deck (with most of the tables removed) with a beautiful view of the city! Inside dancing (still with a view) in the event of inclement weather. Perched on the 6th floor of The Distillery Complex, The Finch is a rooftop bar and restaurant offering breathtaking panoramic views of Pittsburgh. Jeff & Colleen Shirey (Salsa Pittsburgh) will be offering a free 30-minute beginner dance lesson from 7:00 – 7:30 pm, followed by social dancing to Salsa, Bachata, and other Latin rhythms until 11:00 pm. There is no cover charge, Optional valet parking for $8.00 or you may self-park in the lot at Station Square, the Highline Garage, or on-street. Spirits, signature cocktails, beer, wine and non-alcoholic beverages available, as well as shareables & plates.
Thursday, October 22
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, October 23
Wightman School Community Building- Studio 306
5604 Solway St – (Squirrel Hill)
Pura Cubanía Night – 9:00 pm beginner Casino lesson ($5.00); 9:00 pm beginner Rueda lesson ($5.00). Social dancing ($10.00 cover) from 9:30 pm – 12:30 am.. Located in the 3rd floor studio. Dial 126 on the door phone or ring 412-805-9798 if locked out.
Saturday, October 24
Kizomba Night at Crossbody Dance + Movement
1918 Murray Ave (Squirrel Hill)
Kizomba Night at CrossBody with Steel City Kizomba and DJ DJ D’Aço
Workshops: 7:00 pm – Beginner; 8:00 pm – Improver/Intermediate; 9:00 pm Social dancing from 9:00 pm – 12:00 am. One Workshop is $20; Social is $5.00, Both workshops with Social is $30.00 Kizomba, Semba, Zouk, Konpa, Bachata, Salsa.
Sunday, October 25
Sunday Social – Spellbound Halloween Edition
The Eighty-Two Collective – 82 Center Ave (Emsworth)
Presented by Salsa Suave – SBKZ social: Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba, Zouk, with a balanced mix all night. Costumes encouraged. 7:30 – 8:00 pm: Kizomba mini-lesson with guest instructor DJ D’Aço. 8:00 – 11:00 pm: Social, with DJ D’Aço. $15.00 social only; $20.00 lesson + social. Costumes encouraged.
Facebook Invite Here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1074774322227703
Monday, October 26
Lunes Latino at Los Sabrosos Dance Studio
4909 Penn Ave (Lawrenceville/Garfield)
Lunes Latino is a Latin Social with 40% Salsa, 40% Bachata and some Merengue, Cha Cha Cha and Zouk sprinkled in. The last Monday of the month from 9:15 – 11:00 pm. Open to all dancers. BYOA. $5.00 cover.
Thursday, October 29
Bakery Square
6425 Penn Ave (East End)
Short night of dancing (free 30-minute BEGINNER lesson at 7:30 pm) from 7:30 – 10:00 pm on the artificial grass directly in front of the City Kitchen. DJ Jeff playing Salsa, Bachata and other Latin dance rhythms. Free to the public. 3 hours of free parking in the North or South Garage after 5:00 pm.
Thursday, October 29
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, October 30
Velvet Terrace
3131 Millers Run Rd Second Floor, Cecil-Bishop (Bridgeville area)
Halloween Party Edition – Salsa night with DJ Cumba. Free mini-lesson from 8:00 – 8:00 pm. Social dancing from 8:30 – 11:00 pm to DJ Cumba playing a mix of Salsa, Bachata, Merengue and much more. Full bar and food available. No cover.
Friday, October 30
Camino Coctelería & Cocina
4428 Liberty Ave (Bloomfield)
Día de Muertos Celebration – Join us for this beautiful Mexican tradition, honoring our loved ones who are no longer earth-side from 9:00 pm – 1:00 am. Celebrate with salsa dancing, face painting, and mariachi music while our traditional altar for the dead and intricate decorations take center stage. Mariachi band and recorded music by DJ Jeff. Tickets are $15.00. Proceeds will benefit the Pittsburgh Hispanic Development Corporation.
Saturday, October 31
SALS-O-WEEN at CrossBody Squirrel Hill
1918 Murray Ave (Squirrel Hill)
🎃 SALS-O-WEEN 👻 Join us for a spooky night of salsa, bachata, kizomba, Latin hustle, zouk y más! Free crash-course lessons from 9:00 – 9:30 pm included with your cover. Social dancing from 9:30 pm – 1:00 am. $10.00 cover at the door. BYOB. Costume contest with prizes…come dressed to impress—or terrify! Costumes are encouraged but not required. Just bring your dancing shoes, your favorite drink and your Halloween spirit. All levels are welcome.
FUTURE EVENTS
Friday, November 6
Tocayo Taqueria and Tequila Bar/Restaurant
1001 Cool Springs Dr (Bethel Park)
FIRST FRIDAYS at Tocayo Taqueria & Tequila (Bethel Park). Free 30-minute dance lesson at 7:00 pm, then DJ Jeff playing salsa, bachata and other Latin rhythms until 11:00 pm. Dance takes place in the covered gazebo area with a portable dance floor. No cover charge.
Saturday, November 14
Mamacita’s Mexican Bistro and Cocktails
9070 St. Simon Way (McCandless Crossing – North Hills)
Salsa Night is back! Join the Pittsburgh Metropolitan Area Hispanic Chamber of Commerce for an evening of Latin rhythms, delicious bites, and community at Mamacita’s, in partnership with Salsa Pittsburgh, Ulloa Hospitality Group (UHG Entertainment) & Mamacitas! Dance lesson at 9:00 pm followed by social dancing until 1:00 am. Music by DJ Jeff. Cover is $5.00 for Chamber members; $10.00 for non-members. Light appetizers are included…drinks available for purchase.
Purchase tickets at this link: https://pmahcc.wildapricot.org/event-6866183
Wednesday, November 25
The Night before Thanksgiving Salsa Dance – The Distillery Complex
59 2nd St (South Shore)
Dancing to various Latin rhythms (Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, Cha Cha Cha, etc.) on the 2nd floor (polished cement) of the Distillery Complex (approximately 4000 square feet of dance space). Hours are 8:00 pm – 12:00 am. Free dance lesson taught by Salsa Pittsburgh (Jeff & Colleen Shirey) from 8:00 – 8:30 pm; social dancing from 8:30 pm – 12:00 am to DJ Jeff. $5.00 cover.
Facebook Invite Here: https://www.facebook.com/events/2638873836561418
Saturday, December 12
Insomnia Discotec
810 Brookline Blvd (Brookline)
Repeat performance…Salsa Night at Insomnia featuring music by Three DJ’s: DJ Cumba, Mike David (DJ D’Aço), and Jeff Shirey. Come out to dance for a special Salsa Night at the new and improved Insomnia Bar in Brookline. Hours are 9:00 pm – 2:00 am. $10.00 cover at the door. Food menu, Full bar, and Hookah available. Dance is being held on the lower floor of Insomnia…Enter at the door to the right of the main entrance, and head down the staircase.