Your Guide to the Hottest SBK Dance Festivals in 2025
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July 22, 2025
From Miami to San Francisco and all the way to Geneva, SBK festivals are lighting up 2025 with world-class workshops, socials, themed parties, performances, and non-stop dancing. These events bring together thousands of dancers from all over the world for salsa, bachata, kizomba, and other Latin dance styles, making them the ultimate gatherings for learning, networking, and fun. Whether you're a salsa addict, bachata lover, kizomba fan, or host/vendor looking to connect and build business, these events are not to be missed!
Your Guide to the Hottest SBK Dance Festivals in 2025
Each of these salsa, bachata, and kizomba festivals offers something unique, from massive international DJ lineups to intimate workshops with the world’s best instructors. The U.S. is home to some of the most sought-after SBK events, while global destinations like Geneva and Cali bring a cultural twist you won’t forget. Check out the highlights below and start planning your dance travel calendar.
Upcoming U.S. Festivals & Bonus Global Picks (August–December 2025):
- Miami Salsa Congress – August 6–11, Miami, FL
- BIG Texas Salsa & Bachata Fest – Aug 29–Sep 1, Dallas, TX
- NYC Salsa Congress – Aug 28–Sep 1, New York, NY
- Seattle Latin Dance Festival – Oct 10–13, Seattle, WA
- San Francisco SBK Congress – Nov 21–23, SF, CA
- Chicago Salsa & Bachata Festival – Nov 27–30, Chicago, IL
- Bachata Geneva Weekend – Sep 26–28, Geneva, Switzerland
- Feria de Cali – Dec 25–30, Cali, Colombia (massive week-long salsa celebration)
Workshops by Day, Parties by Night (Sleep Optional)
From beginner footwork to advanced partner work, SBK dance festivals pack their days with multi-level workshops taught by world-renowned salsa, bachata, and kizomba instructors. Expect training in musicality, styling, shines, partner connection, and more. When the sun sets, the learning doesn’t stop… these events transform into unforgettable nights filled with themed socials, live music, rooftop parties, and dance showcases. Whether you’re there to train, perform, or simply dance until sunrise, these SBK dance festivals in 2025 are designed to keep your energy high and your skills growing.
What to expect:
- 3+ rooms at most events: Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba, etc.
- Top-tier artists & instructors like Karel Flores, Ernesto & Denisse, Fernando Sosa, Daniel & Desiree, and more
- Themed social nights, pool parties, rooftop sets, and performance showcases
- At several festivals, MASHlife will be onsite so come say hi, grab some merch, or get help promoting your next event!
Discover & Promote Events on MASHlife
Finding and promoting dance events has never been easier with MASHlife, your go-to platform for the social dance community. Whether you’re searching for salsa, bachata, kizomba, or Zouk festivals by date or location, or you’re a host looking to promote your next big event, MASHlife connects dancers and organizers worldwide.
Use the platform to find tickets, post your own socials and workshops, and discover vendors offering the latest dance shoes, costumes, and accessories. You can also browse verified event and instructor reviews to make sure your next Latin dance experience is one to remember.
- Search social dance events, lessons, & festivals by location, date, or dance style worldwide
- RSVP & buy tickets (with special codes like MASHLIFE for discounts!)
- Post or promote your own social dance events
- Browse vendors and local dancewear brands for shoes, costumes, & accessories
- Read verified event & dance instructor reviews before you arrive