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Salsa Dancing in Los Angeles

Weekly salsa socials, beginner-to-advanced lessons, and premier congresses in Los Angeles.

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Mambo Inc Social - Saturday

22:30 – 03:30
Mambo Inc, Los Angeles, United States

The biggest weekend latin social featuring top local DJs.

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Stevens Steakhouse Social - Saturday

22:30 – 03:30
Stevens Steakhouse, Los Angeles, United States

The biggest weekend latin social featuring top local DJs.

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Paso de Oro Social - Saturday

22:30 – 03:30
Paso de Oro, Los Angeles, United States

The biggest weekend latin social featuring top local DJs.

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Baila LA Social - Saturday

22:30 – 03:30
Baila LA, Los Angeles, United States

The biggest weekend latin social featuring top local DJs.

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The Granada LA Social - Saturday

22:30 – 03:30
The Granada LA, Los Angeles, United States

The biggest weekend latin social featuring top local DJs.

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Majesty in Motion Social - Saturday

22:30 – 03:30
Majesty in Motion, Los Angeles, United States

The biggest weekend latin social featuring top local DJs.

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Mambo Inc Class - Saturday

21:00 – 22:30
Mambo Inc, Los Angeles, United States

Saturday night bachata masterclass.

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Sat0711/26
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LA Dance Center Social - Saturday

22:30 – 03:30
LA Dance Center, Los Angeles, United States

The biggest weekend latin social featuring top local DJs.

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Sohaila Social - Saturday

22:30 – 03:30
Sohaila, Los Angeles, United States

The biggest weekend latin social featuring top local DJs.

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Salseros LA Social - Saturday

22:30 – 03:30
Salseros LA, Los Angeles, United States

The biggest weekend latin social featuring top local DJs.

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Liz Lira Dance Academy

18:00 – 20:00
West Los Angeles, CA

Social dance practice twice a month in West LA, 6-8 PM. Weekly unlimited classes also available ($42.25/mo with 3-month commitment).

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Salsa Dance LA Class - Saturday

21:00 – 22:30
Salsa Dance LA, Los Angeles, United States

Saturday night bachata masterclass.

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Sat0711/26
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Salsa Dance LA Social - Saturday

22:30 – 03:30
Salsa Dance LA, Los Angeles, United States

The biggest weekend latin social featuring top local DJs.

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Flame Saturdays

20:30 – 02:00
Social State House, 8782 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069

Free Salsa lesson at 8:30 PM and free Bachata lesson at 9 PM, followed by social dancing. Great rooftop venue on Sunset Blvd in WeHo.

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Sun0811/26
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Mambo Inc Social - Sunday

19:00 – 23:59
Mambo Inc, Los Angeles, United States

Relaxed Sunday evening 100% bachata social.

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Salsa Dance LA Social - Sunday

19:00 – 23:59
Salsa Dance LA, Los Angeles, United States

Relaxed Sunday evening 100% bachata social.

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Salsa Bachata Sundays at La Victoria Nightclub

19:30 – 02:00
La Victoria Reseda, CA, United States

Salsa and Bachata Sundays just got hotter, at La Victoria’s Salsa and Bachata nights! Come and join us at convenient location with awesome dance floors, free parking, drinks specials and much more! Join us this and every Sunday for amazing dance classes. Dance Classes Schedule: 7:30 – Salsa Class 8:30 – Bachata Class 9:30 – 1:45AM: Social Dancing 2 Dance classes and social dancing for only $15 Or pay only $12 cover charge without classes after 9:30pm! La Victoria Nightclub 19655 Sherman Way, Reseda Ca [phone removed] For more info, call [phone removed] or visit www.Salseros-La.com ✨ Don’t miss out on this Latin extravaganza! Join us for an unforgettable night of #Salsa, #Bachata, and more!

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Mon0911/26
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Salsa Bachata Mondays

20:00 – 01:00
The Continental Club, CA, United States

The Continental Club in Downtown LA 8pm Salsa Lesson 8:45pm Bachata Class 9:30pm-1am Salsa and Bachata Social! $12 Cover All sales are final and nonrefundable.

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Mambo Inc Class - Wednesday

19:00 – 21:00
Mambo Inc, Los Angeles, United States

Midweek intensive bachata class and technique workshop.

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Salsa Dance LA Class - Wednesday

19:00 – 21:00
Salsa Dance LA, Los Angeles, United States

Midweek intensive bachata class and technique workshop.

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Thu1211/26
classAll Styles
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Sohaila Class - Thursday

20:00 – 22:00
Sohaila, Los Angeles, United States

Thursday evening SBK class.

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Thu1211/26
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Movers and Shakers Dance

19:30 – 21:00
Los Angeles, CA

Salsa and bachata classes for all levels in Los Angeles. Progressive lessons with social practice time. No partner needed.

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$20

LA Salsa & Bachata Dance Academy

19:30 – 21:15
LASBDA Santa Monica Studio, Santa Monica, CA

Bachata classes with styling on Thursdays. Progressive curriculum from beginner to advanced. No partner required.

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Salseros LA Class - Thursday

20:00 – 22:00
Salseros LA, Los Angeles, United States

Thursday evening SBK class.

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Paso de Oro Class - Thursday

20:00 – 22:00
Paso de Oro, Los Angeles, United States

Thursday evening SBK class.

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Thu1211/26
classOn2 (Mambo)
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Mambo Inc Class - Thursday

20:00 – 22:00
Mambo Inc, Los Angeles, United States

Thursday evening SBK class.

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Baila LA Class - Thursday

20:00 – 22:00
Baila LA, Los Angeles, United States

Thursday evening SBK class.

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Fri1311/26
socialOn2 (Mambo)
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Mambo Inc Social - Friday

22:30 – 03:00
Mambo Inc, Los Angeles, United States

Massive Friday night SBK social and party.

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Fri1311/26
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Salsa Dance LA Social - Friday

22:30 – 03:00
Salsa Dance LA, Los Angeles, United States

Massive Friday night SBK social and party.

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Fri1311/26
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Paso de Oro Social - Friday

22:30 – 03:00
Paso de Oro, Los Angeles, United States

Massive Friday night SBK social and party.

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Fri1311/26
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Sohaila Social - Friday

22:30 – 03:00
Sohaila, Los Angeles, United States

Massive Friday night SBK social and party.

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Mambo Inc Class - Friday

21:00 – 22:30
Mambo Inc, Los Angeles, United States

Friday night pre-party bachata workshop.

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Fri1311/26
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LA Dance Center Social - Friday

22:30 – 03:00
LA Dance Center, Los Angeles, United States

Massive Friday night SBK social and party.

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Salsa Dance LA Class - Friday

21:00 – 22:30
Salsa Dance LA, Los Angeles, United States

Friday night pre-party bachata workshop.

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Fri1311/26
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The Granada LA Social - Friday

22:30 – 03:00
The Granada LA, Los Angeles, United States

Massive Friday night SBK social and party.

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Fri1311/26
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Baila LA Social - Friday

22:30 – 03:00
Baila LA, Los Angeles, United States

Massive Friday night SBK social and party.

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Majesty in Motion Social - Friday

22:30 – 03:00
Majesty in Motion, Los Angeles, United States

Massive Friday night SBK social and party.

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Salseros LA Social - Friday

22:30 – 03:00
Salseros LA, Los Angeles, United States

Massive Friday night SBK social and party.

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Noche Azul at Motivo LA

20:00 – 01:00
Motivo LA, 3509 Casitas Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90039

Second-Friday monthly salsa and bachata social at Motivo LA with a beginner Salsa On2 and bachata class followed by 50/50 salsa-bachata social dancing.

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Sat1411/26
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Blen Blen

20:00 – 02:00
Soho Dance LA, CA, United States

Blen Blen – Every 2nd Saturday! Regular Classes 8PM: Mambo 8PM: Cuban Salsa 8PM: Hustle 8PM: Bachata Evening Shows 9pm to 10pm – Evening Show and Reception Social (4 rooms) Salsa Room Bachata Room Cuban Salsa Room Hustle Room Tickets – Please [payment handle removed] at [email removed] ( include name/email ) – Or [payment handle removed] @gozalo Regular Classes (Soho Dance LA) PERFORMERS If you’d like to perform, please contact us to get a performer pass (includes all workshops and social): Facebook: BlenBlenLA Instagram: blenblenla www.blenblenla.com for more details.

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$25

Queerchata Social Bachata Salsa Dancing in LA

16:00 – 20:30
Precinct DTLA, 357 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90013

Third-Saturday inclusive Queerchata social at Precinct DTLA with a beginner-friendly bachata class followed by bachata and salsa social dancing.

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Scene Intelligence & Local Guide

The Los Angeles Salsa Scene Guide

Essential local knowledge for social dancers, students, and travelers visiting Los Angeles, United States.

Dominant Dance Styles

Los Angeles offers a diverse mix of linear Salsa (On1 and NY Mambo On2) alongside Cuban Casino and Timba.

On2 (Mambo)All StylesCuban (Casino)
Weekly Social Rhythm

Socials typically kick off with open workshops at 20:00–21:00. Floor reaches full capacity between 22:30 and 01:30.

• Workshops: 20:00 – 21:30

• Peak Social Floor: 22:30 – 02:00

• Music Mix: 60% Salsa / 40% Bachata

Floor Etiquette
  • Anyone can invite anyone to dance. A polite “Bailamos?” is universally welcomed.
  • Protect your partner on crowded floors: avoid aerials or uncontrolled dips.
  • Say “thank you” after the song concludes.
Notable Dance Venues & Studios in Los Angeles
Mambo IncStevens SteakhousePaso de OroBaila LAThe Granada LAMajesty in Motion
Frequently Asked Questions & Dancer Intel

Everything You Need to Know Before Dancing in Los Angeles

What is the primary salsa dance style in Los Angeles?

In Los Angeles, the salsa scene features a vibrant blend of On2 (Mambo) and All Styles and Cuban (Casino). Most weekly socials play 60% Salsa and 40% Bachata, with dedicated rooms or sets for classic Mambo On2 and Cuban Timba.

Do I need a dance partner to attend salsa socials or classes in Los Angeles?

No partner is required. Group classes in Los Angeles operate on mandatory partner rotation so every dancer practices with multiple partners. At social dances, it is standard etiquette for leads and follows of all skill levels to ask each other for a dance.

What time do salsa socials start and peak in Los Angeles?

Most salsa socials open with an introductory beginner lesson around 20:00–21:00, followed by open social dancing. Peak dance floor energy usually runs from 22:30 until 02:00, with European clubs often continuing until 04:00 or later.

What is the dress code for salsa dancing in Los Angeles?

Smart casual is standard. Beginners can wear comfortable sneakers or flat shoes with low-traction soles that allow easy turning on hardwood floors. Regular dancers use suede or leather-soled Latin dance shoes. Breathable fabrics are strongly recommended.