Special Events

Special events and happenings like concerts, festivals or congresses for Detroit salsa dancers. We mainly focus on local events but also include national events such as congressos.

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Click here for a list of past salsa events.

Salsa Caliente September 4th @ Crave NO COVER!

Last Updated August 28th, 2010 by Salsa Pete
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A special night of salsa returns to the Crave Lounge in Dearborn.

When: Saturday, September 4th, 2010 9:00 PM
Who: 21 +
Cost: No Cover

 

Crave Lounge
22075 Michigan Avenue
Dearborn, MI‎ 48124 (map)

 

Hosted by: PETE VAZQUEZ


DRINK SPECIALS
$3 CORONAS
$5 WELL DRINKS
$6 PREMIUMS

DINNER PACKAGE $24

Your choice of 1 Appetizer,
1 Entre, and 1 Desert
$24 before 8PM

ENTERTAINMENT STARTS AT 9PM FREE SALSA LESSON AT 9:30PM

 

For more information, please call 888.593.2338 / 313.277.7283 or visit www.salsadetroit.com

Mambo Legends @ Detroit Jazz Festival 2010 - Sunday Sept. 5th

Last Updated August 9th, 2010 by Geo-
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Formerly the Tito Puente Orchestra, the Mambo Legends Orchestra is a gathering of musical giants committed to keeping the sound of ‘50s and ‘60s Palladium-era music thriving and moving forward. The orchestra—led by John ‘Dandy’ Rodriguez, musically directed by Jose Madera and managed by Mitch Frohman (each having spent over 25 years working with Tito Puente)—has successfully kept the sound of the Big 3 (Machito, Tito Rodriguez and Tito Puente) alive and well, while allowing for its progression by working with new musical concepts.

When: Sunday September 5th

Time: 9:45 - 11:15pm

Where: In the heart of downtown Detroit, ranging from Hart Plaza on the riverfront to Campus Martius Park, three blocks north. (map)

Stage: Chase Main Stage

Cost: Free Admission

For more information check out the Mambo Legends Official Website or the Jazz Festival website.

For more transportation options, check out SmartBus.org

 

 

Canada Salsa Congress October 7th - 11th 2010

Last Updated August 10th, 2010 by Geo-
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2010 Canada Salsa Congress

It's back!  The sixth annual Canada Salsa Congress in the heart of downtown Toronto. A truely quality event, this promises to be a great opportunity for Detroit salseros to get out, dance and see some sights. With low travel costs and affordable hotel and lots of people to share a room and a ride with, its great for those on a budget to try out the "congresso" circuit.

  • When: October 7th-11th 2010
  • Where: Toronto Canada
  • Cost: As low as $260 CDN for early-bird pass (till 8/31/2010)
  • Features:
    • Workshops Friday-Sunday
    • Social Dancing
    • 1 Live Band
    • Performances
    • 3rd Annual Canada Salsa Championship
    • 1st Annual Amateur Canada Salsa Championship
  • Find out more...

EMU Salsa Night with La Inspiracion - October 14th

Last Updated August 30th, 2010 by Geo-
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The EMU Latino Students Association and Center for Multi-Culture Affairs celebrate their fifth annual Salsa Night with one of Detroit's premier bands - La Inspiracion.  Open to the public they welcome dancers to come and show their spirit.