UPCOMING SALSA PITTSBURGH EVENTS (full details in Current Events section)
The next six-week cycle of Salsa/Bachata classes taught by Jeff & Colleen (Salsa Pittsburgh) begins on Sunday, July 19 at the Wightman School Community Building in Squirrel Hill…more details HERE.
Salsa at The Terminal – Strip District (Salsa n’ Suds) on select Mondays: June 29 (kickoff dance), Jul 13, 27, Aug 10, 24.
Salsa Tuesdays with a View at The Finch (Distillery Complex 6th Floor Rooftop Bar/Restaurant) on 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, Jul 7, 21, Aug 4, 18, Sep 1, 15, etc.
Salsa dancing outdoors Summer 2026 at Arts Landing, (new outdoor civic space in downtown Pittsburgh) held every other Wednesday beginning on June 24. (Jun 24, Jul 8, 22, Aug 5, 19, Sep 2, 16). Time is 6:30 – 9:30 pm – Free to the public.
First Fridays Salsa night at Tocayo – Bethel Park: Friday, Aug 7, Sep 4, Oct 2, Nov 6, Dec 4
Salsa night at Bakery Square on two Fridays from 8:00 – 10:00 pm. Aug 14, Oct 16.
Dates for Salsa Nights at Velum Fermentation: Fridays, None in July, or August, Sep 25, None in Oct, Nov 20, None in Dec.
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
Wednesday, July 22
Arts Landing – 8th St (Downtown Pittsburgh)
Outdoor salsa dance every other Wednesday, from 6:30 – 9:30 pm, beginning June 24 (Jun 24, Jul 8, 22, Aug 5, 19, Sep 2, 16). Lesson at 6:30 pm followed by social dancing from 7:00 – 10:00 pm. DJ Jeff playing Salsa, Bachata and other Latin dance rhythms. Dance on the grass or concrete stage (Dollar Bank Stage). Bring appropriate shoes (if dancing) or just enjoy the music. Bring your own lawn chairs, blankets, and water bottles. Free to the public.
Wednesday, July 22
Sea Monkey
2305 Smallman St (Strip District)
Salsa night from 8:00 pm – 12:00 am. DJ D’Aço and DJ Loyal playing Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, Cha Cha Cha, and Latin party favorites. No cover.
Thursday, July 23
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, July 24 – Sunday, July 26
FTLOB Summer Weekender 2026
Friday, July 24 – Bachata on Mt. Washington
Saturday, July 25 – Workshops + Saturday Party: Arthur Murray Dance Center, 136 6th St (downtown)
Sunday, July 26 – Workshops: Arthur Murray Dance Center, 136 6th St (downtown)
Complete details HERE: https://www.facebook.com/events/2227119424694265
Monday, July 27
Salsa n’ Suds Mondays 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. (the suds part! 
), or milkshakes at the Shake Shack 
, or food and beverage from any of the other Terminal vendors. Dates: Mondays, June 29, July13, 27, August 10, 24.
Wednesday, July 29
Sea Monkey
2305 Smallman St (Strip District)
Salsa night from 8:00 pm – 12:00 am. DJ D’Aço and DJ Loyal playing Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, Cha Cha Cha, and Latin party favorites. No cover.
Thursday, July 30
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, July 31
Velvet Terrace
3131 Millers Run Rd Second Floor, Cecil-Bishop (Bridgeville area)
Salsa night with DJ Cumba. Free mini-lesson from 7:30 – 8:00 pm. Social dancing from 8:00 – 11:00 pm to DJ Cumba playing a mix of Salsa, Bachata, Merengue and much more. Full bar and food available. No cover.
Friday, July 31
Wightman School Community Building- Studio 306
5604 Solway St – (Squirrel Hill)
Pura Cubanía Night – 8:30 pm beginner Son lesson ($5.00); 9:00 pm beginner Rueda lesson ($5.00). Social dancing ($10.00 cover) from 9:30 pm – 12:30 am to DJ Silvino. Located in the 3rd floor studio. Dial 126 on the door phone or ring 412-805-9798 if locked out.
Saturday, August 1
Wightman School Community Building- Studio 306
5604 Solway St – (Squirrel Hill)
Que Ritmo – 7:00 pm Hustle lesson ($10.00); 7:45 pm Semba lesson ($10.00); 8:30 pm Casino Intro lesson ($5.00); 9:00 pm Kizomba Intro lesson ($5.00). Social dancing ($10.00 cover) from 9:30 pm – 12:30 am to Mike David (DJ D’Aço). Located in the 3rd floor studio. Dial 126 on the door phone or ring 412-805-9798 if locked out.
Saturday, August 1
Los Sabrosos Dance Studio (The Annex)
5129 Penn Ave (Lawrenceville/Garfield)
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.
FUTURE EVENTS
Saturday, August 8
Wightman School Community Building
5604 Solway St (Squirrel Hill)
Cuban Dance Night with Hugh Cruz & Caminos, sponsored by Apasionado Dance.
7:00 – 8:00 pm – Mini-dance lessons
8:00 – 11:00 pm – Dance to Hugo Cruz & Caminos in the Wightman gym
11:00 pm – 1:00 am – After-party in Studio 306 withDJ D’Aço playing Casino, Hustle, Kizomba, and Bachata
Food available for purchase catered by Wendy’s Cuban Bites. $25.00 cover.
Saturday, August 22
Mamacita’s Mexican Bistro & Cocktails
McCandless Crossing – 9070 St Simon Way (North Hills)
Join the Pittsburgh Hispanic Chamber of Commerce for a night of Salsa, Bachata and more from 8:00 pm – 12:00 am. Music by DJ Jeff More details to follow.
Friday, September 11
BMNECC (Bulgarian Club)
449 W. 8th Ave (West Homestead)
2nd Fridays Salsa Dance Social resumes for the Fall/Winter months. Free lessons from 8:00 – 9:00 pm (two levels-two sides of dance floor) taught by Colleen and Jeff Shirey. Music from 9:00 pm – 12:00 midnight by DJ Jeff Shirey. $12.00 cover. All ages welcome, cash bar for 21 and over.
Saturday, October 10
Allegheny HYP Club
619 William Penn Place (Downtown Pittsburgh)
Themed Costume Party with Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, Cha Cha and more at the historic Allegheny HYP Club in downtown Pittsburgh. Tickets will be limited. Three floors: Bar/lounge on 1st floor, Dancing on 2nd floor, Cigar lounge and sitting room on 3rd floor (cigar room has filtration, so no smoke will carry into lounge areas). More details to follow to include the theme.