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11 May 2022
Keep the fiesta going all semana!
"Al mal tiempo buena cara" ("to bad weather, good face") means to be strong in face of adversity - and what better way to do that (and keep warm) than by dancing! Melbourne may be cool right now, but we know the hottest places in town; where you can take dance classes, listen to music and fiesta the week away. Join us and say good bye to the cold with groovy moves and hip swirls!
LUNES DE TANGO
Tango Melbourne offer classes from beginner to advanced. They also run socials and workshops on the weekend.
Beginners can just drop in to a class. No experience necessary and no partner required!
WHEN?
Mondays and Thursdays
9-10.30pm
WHERE?
‘ART COLLECTIVE’
66 Cecil st, Fitzroy
Other Tango shools are:
- The Tangueria - SidewalkTango (Classes on Mondays in Richmond and Fridays in Bayswater)
- Tango Esencia (Classes on Wednesdays in Richmond)
Melbourne Tango Club has a useful calendar with all the classes and social. Check their calendar here.
MARTES DE BACHATA
Bachata Corazon runs weekly classes and social nights every Tuesday night in St Kilda, and the first class is free for beginners! Then there are several classes at different levels which carry a cost or you can just join the social dance for $12. Booking can be done online.
No partner required and everyone is welcome!
WHEN?
Tuesdays 6.15pm until midnight
WHERE?
ELLORA Cocktail Bar
1 Fitzroy St, St Kilda VIC 3182
Other Bachata schools:
- Bachata ConeXión (Classes on Wednedays in Carlton, Socials every second Saturday in North Melbourne)
- Bachata Beats (Classes on Mondays and Monthly Socials on Wednesdays in Fitzroy)
MIÉRCOLES DE SALSA
Salsa Foundation runs FREE weekly classes in the CBD. You need to book to attend, easily done on their site or via eventbrite. They also offer Free Bachata classes on Tuesdays and several levels for both dances during the week.
WHEN?
Wednesdays and Thursdays at 6pm
Sundays at 4pm
WHERE?
600 Little Collins St, Melbourne
Other Salsa Schools:
- Melbourne Salsa (Mondays and Sundays in Collingwood)
- Salsa in Motion (Mondays in Point Cook, Tuesdays in CBD, Wednesdays in Brunswick and Thursdays in Bentleigh)
JUEVES DE FIESTA LATINA
Tromba Latin Fiesta on Thursdays at Mss Collins is probably the biggest and most popular latin party in town. Different DJs playing Reggaeton, Bachata, Salsa, Funk and RNB. The place gets packed so its better to arrive early and avoid the line.
The entry is Free and so are the dance classes.
WHEN?
Thursdays from 8pm until late
8pm Bachata class
9pm Salsa class
WHERE?
MSS COLLINS
425 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
VIERNES DE ROOFTOP LATINO
Oye Latino ‑ Sky High Latin Fridays is one of Melbourne's most unique sky high latin vibes. Featuring latin entertainment, Djs and FREE salsa classes.
Tickets start at $15.
WHEN?
Fridays
Door open at 9PM
WHERE?
daHa Bar, Lounge & Club
15/123 Queen St, Melbourne VIC 3000
SABADO DE CLUBBING
There are two clubs on Saturday nights to get your latin groove on:
$15 Entry (or $10 cash). Party from 9pm to 3am
WHERE?
Miranda Tequila Bar
313 Flinders Ln, Melbourne
FREE ENTRY. Party from 11pm to 3am
WHERE?
Father's Office
249 Lt Lonsdale, Melbourne
DOMINGO LATINO EN NIGHT CAT
Night Cat hosts dance classes and latin bands every Sunday. You can purchase a dance ticket for $30 that includes one or two sessions and social dancing. If you just want to listen to the bands the entry is $25 at the door ($20 online).
Different Latins Bands play every Sunday, like:
- Calle Luna
- Quarter Street Solos
- Los Cabrones
- Ella Trinidad
WHEN?
Every Sunday from 7pm till late
7 PM – BACHATA
8 PM – SALSA
9 PM - SOCIAL DANCING
WHERE?
NIGHT CAT
137-141 Johnston St, Fitzroy VIC 3065
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