UPCOMING SALSA PITTSBURGH EVENTS (full details in Current Events section)
New four-week class cycle of Salsa, Cha Cha Cha, and Mambo (taught by Salsa Pittsburgh) begins on Sunday, Nov 8 at the Wightman School Community Building in Squirrel Hill. Click here for more information.
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.
Salsa Tuesdays with a View at The Finch (Distillery Complex 6th Floor Rooftop Bar/Restaurant) on 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, Nov 17, Dec 1, 15.
Dates for Salsa Nights at Velum Fermentation: 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).
Salsa nights are back at Greer Cabaret Theater in 2027…every 2nd Tuesday from Jan – May…(Jan 12, Feb 9, Mar 9, Apr 13, May 11)
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
Thursday, November 5
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, 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.
Friday, November 6
Wightman School Community Building- Studio 306
5604 Solway St – (Squirrel Hill)
Casino/Kizomba Night on First Fridays. Join us for a night of Casino and Kizomba dancing from 8:30 pm to 1:00 am. Beginner Casino/Rueda lesson at 8:30 pm for a $4.00 fee; Beginner Kizomba lesson at 9:00 pm for a $4.00 fee. Dance from 9:30 pm-1:00 am to music by DJ D’Aço of Steel City Kizomba ($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, November 7
Los Sabrosos Dance Studio (The Annex)
5129 Penn Ave (Lawrenceville/Garfield)
Special Event Tonight – Día de los Muertos Noche Latina. Fundraiser for Pitt Salsa Club. Salsa, Bachata, Cha-Cha, Merengue, & More. Mini-Lesson at 9:15 pm. Social Dancing from 9:30 pm – 1:00 am. Mini-Lesson + Social: $20.00; Social Dancing Only: $15.00. BYOB.
Thursday, November 12
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, November 13 – Sunday, November 15
Steel City Kizomba: Ritmos Weekend
CrossBody Dance + Movement
422 Wood St (Downtown)
Join us for a weekend exploring the connection between music, movement, and rhythm. 3 days off workshops and dancing. Explore Semba and Kizomba and its movement, technique, connection, and musicality. Go beyond dance steps and learn more about the rhythms and characteristics behind the music. Day + Night Parties. Plenty of time to put what you’ve learned into practice, connect with other dancers, and enjoy the music.
Facebook Invite HERE: https://www.facebook.com/events/977319568710608
Friday, November 13
BMNECC (Bulgarian Club)
449 W. 8th Ave (West Homestead)
2nd Fridays Salsa Dance Social. Free lessons from 8:00 – 9:00 pm (8:00 pm – Beg Salsa; 8:30 pm – Int Salsa) 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, 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
Tuesday, November 17
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, November 19
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, November 20
Velum Fermentation
2120 Jane St (Southside)
Salsa dance at Velum Fermentation (Craft Brewery) in the Southside. Free dance lesson from 7:00 – 7:30 pm. Music from 7:30 – 10:30 pm by DJ Jeff Shirey. Food truck onsite. Craft beer, cocktails, mocktails, and soda available for purchase. Parking in front of venue entrance (20 spaces), as well as on street and in the open lot one block away at 2310 Jane St (50 spaces). $10.00 cover.
Friday, November 20
Wightman School Community Building- Studio 306
5604 Solway St – (Squirrel Hill)
Noche Colombiana – Lessons beginning at 7:00 pm (various fees), Dance from 9:15 pm – 12:00 am. ($12.00 cover). DJ playing Salsa Caleña, Boogaloo, Salsa Romántica, Champeta, Salsa Choke, Bachata, Merengue, etc. Located in the 3rd floor studio. Dial 126 on the door phone or ring 412-805-9798 if locked out.
Friday, November 20
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, November 21
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, November 21
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
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.
Tuesday, January 12. 2027
Greer Cabaret Theater
655 Penn Ave (Downtown Theater District)
Salsa Nights at the Greer for January through May 2027 on SECOND TUESDAYS of the month (Jan 12, Feb 9, Mar 9, Apr 13, May 11). Free beginner salsa lesson taught by Salsa Pittsburgh at 7:30 pm. Social dancing to Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, and Cha Cha from 8:00 – 11:00 pm to music by DJ Jeff Shirey. $10.00 cover at the door or ahead of time at the Theater Square Box Office. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE BOX OFFICE CLOSES AT 10:30 PM…no one can gain access to the venue after 10:30 pm.