International Salsa Festival – 10th Edition (2026)
Ten years dancing with your heart!
Havana fills with rhythm with the 10th edition of the International Salsa Festival, created by maestro Maykel Blanco. This great celebration of Latin rhythm brings together thousands of dancers, musicians, and salsa lovers from around the world in an experience that is not only enjoyed… it is lived intensely! For four days, the city beats to the rhythm of timba, son, and rumba, with vibrant concerts, workshops, themed parties, and unforgettable performances.
🌟What it offers:
- Live performances by Cuba’s most renowned orchestras, alongside guest international artists.
- Salsa, rumba, timba, and casino workshops with top-level teachers.
- Exhibitions by national and international dance academies.
- Pool parties, contests, entertainment, and professional shows.
- Spaces for training, exchange, and popular culture in every corner of the city.
🎉 An experience that celebrates Cuban dance music, connects cultures, and leaves its mark with every step. Come celebrate a decade of salsa in its birthplace!
Program Price
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Hotels
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Price per person in room
DBL (USD) |
Price per person in room SGL (USD) |
| Meliá Cohíba |
1,064 |
1,228 |
| Meliá Habana |
1,096 |
1,235 |
The event package includes
- Accommodation for 4 nights, half board in a Standard room at a selected hotel.
- Transfers in/out.
- Admission to the 3 evening concerts in the preferred area (A) with access to tables and chairs.
- Daily transfer to the venue of the evening concerts at Club 500.
- Participation in Cuban dance workshops, 2 conferences on Cuban music and dance at the hotel hosting the event activities on Friday and Saturday.
- Pool parties at the event hotel with national and international DJs, workshop with the dance academies invited to the event on Sunday.
- Participation in the ceremony to the patron saint of Cuba, “Virgen de la Caridad del Cobre” (Oshún).
- Personalized assistance 24/7 during the event.
Operational conditions
Reservation confirmations and details will be sent via email within 48 hours of the request, along with a pre-invoice for payment of services.
Meliá Cohíba: This luxury hotel is located in the heart of Havana, facing the Malecón and a short distance from the iconic Paseo del Prado. It combines contemporary elegance with classic Cuban aesthetics, featuring spacious rooms with sea or city views and first-class services. Among its attractions, it offers swimming pools, haute cuisine restaurants, elegant bars, and spaces for meetings and events. It is a popular choice for both business travelers and those seeking a sophisticated experience in the Cuban capital, with a touch of Cuban history and charm.
Meliá Habana: This modern urban hotel is located in Havana, a short distance from the coast. It offers comfortable rooms with partial or full views of the sea or the city, and a range of services geared towards leisure and business travelers. Among its advantages are several swimming pools, dining options ranging from international cuisine to authentic Cuban cuisine, and spaces for events and meetings. It is a convenient and high-quality option for those seeking comfort and proximity to the main attractions of the Cuban capital.