UPCOMING SALSA PITTSBURGH EVENTS (full details in Current Events section)
Salsa at The Terminal – Strip District (Salsa n’ Suds) on select Mondays: Aug 10, 24.
Salsa night at Bakery Square on two Fridays from 8:00 – 10:00 pm. Aug 14, Oct 16.
Salsa Tuesdays with a View at The Finch (Distillery Complex 6th Floor Rooftop Bar/Restaurant) on 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, Aug 18, Sep 1, 15, 29, (due to there being five Tuesdays in September, we will also be hosting a dance on Tuesday, Sep 29)
Salsa dancing outdoors Summer 2026 at Arts Landing, (new outdoor civic space in downtown Pittsburgh) held every other Wednesday: Aug 19, Sep 2, 16). Time is 6:30 – 9:30 pm – Free to the public.
First Fridays Salsa night at Tocayo – Bethel Park: Friday, Sep 4, Oct 2, Nov 6, Dec 4
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
Monday, August 10
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.
Tuesday, August 11
Vibras at New Amsterdam
4421 Butler St, (Lawrenceville)
Vibras – every second Tuesday of the month. You can dance, hang out, drink, eat and just vibe from 8:00 pm – 12:00 midnight. Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba, and wherever the music takes us with Mike David (DJ D’Aço). 30 minute mini-intro lesson for our newcomers at 8:00 pm by Katie Pendred. No cover.
Wednesday, August 12
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, August 13
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, August 14
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.
Saturday, August 15
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, August 15
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.
Tuesday, August 18
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). Salsa Pittsburgh is excited to announce a new salsa night for Pittsburgh Latin Dancers! The first one on June 2 was a huge hit…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.
Wednesday, August 19
Arts Landing
803 Penn Ave – 8th St & Penn Ave (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 – 9:30 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, August 19
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, August 20
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, August 21
Avonworth Community Park Pavilion
498 Camp Horn Road (North Hills)
Los Sabrosos is turning 15th! Join us on Friday August 21st, 2026 for an over the top, Quinceañera themed Anniversary celebration. We are going all-out to celebrate 15 years of dance and community. Get ready for performances, delicious treats, and of course great dancing at Avonworth Pavilion. 7:00 – 8:00 pm: Performances 8:00 – 11:00 pm: Dance social with fantastic music, food, socializing, and all the dancing your legs can manage! Food Truck on site: El Sabor, Formal attire encouraged. Tickets: Adults: $20.00; Children (12 and under): $10.00 Tickets online and at the door, advance purchase highly recommended.
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 9:00 pm – 12:00 am. Music by DJ Jeff More details to follow.
FUTURE EVENTS
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.