1st & 3rd Friday
Salsa / Bachata / Cumbia Social
7:00 – 11:00 pm
The big one. Four hours of salsa, bachata and cumbia with drop-in practice time built in — the friendliest floor in Chicago for a first social.
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Friday Salsa & Bachata Social in Chicago
Every Friday night is a Latin dance night on Irving Park Road. Come alone, come with friends — you'll be dancing either way.
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Questions? Text/Call 717-PASAMBA(717) 727-2622
Two Friday nights, two floors
2nd & 4th Friday
Kizomba Social
7:30 – 11:00 pm
One of the few dedicated kizomba floors in Chicago. Slow, grounded, connected dancing with a crowd that genuinely loves the style.
Get ticketsFriday Socials
Practicing your moves in a social setting is a key part of learning. We host Friday dance socials at our studio so students can connect and build confidence. Our 1st and 3rd Friday socials run from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM, featuring salsa, bachata, and cumbia. On the last Friday of the month, we host our special Speed Dating Salsa, Bachata & Cumbia event from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM.
Our studio is located at 4820 W. Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60641. Whether you are stepping onto the dance floor for the first time or looking to refine your technique, our experienced instructors are ready to guide you. Contact us by calling or texting Text/Call 717-PASAMBA(717) 727-2622 to sign up for upcoming classes.
Common questions
Can I come to the Friday social as a beginner?
- Yes — and you should. Our Friday socials are known for being welcoming to new dancers. Come early, watch a few songs, then dance. People here ask beginners to dance on purpose.
Do I need to bring a partner?
- No. Socials are all about rotating partners. Arrive alone and you'll dance all night.
What music is played on Friday nights?
- The 1st and 3rd Friday is a salsa, bachata and cumbia night from 7 to 11 pm. The 2nd and 4th Friday is a dedicated Kizomba Social from 7:30 to 11 pm.
Is there a lesson before the social?
- Friday socials include drop-in practice time — the only drop-in format we offer. Every other class on the timetable is a 4-week progressive series.
Where is the Friday social held?
- 4820 W. Irving Park Rd, Chicago — street parking outside, easy from Old Irving Park, Portage Park, Avondale, Logan Square and Jefferson Park.
What should I wear?
- Whatever you feel good moving in. Smooth-soled shoes help you turn; we sell dance shoes in the studio if you want a pair.
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Events calendar
Every upcoming social with dates and tickets.
Salsa classes in Chicago
4-week courses, $95, no partner needed.
Bachata classes in Chicago
Traditional and sensual bachata.
Kizomba in Chicago
For the 2nd & 4th Friday floor.
Cumbia classes in Chicago
The dance that plays at every party.
Date night
A better Chicago date than dinner and a movie.