Athens has a bachata social on every night of the week, and Addictiva Athens Bar in Ampelokipoi hosts six of the eight parties below. Entry runs from EUR 5 on Monday to EUR 15 with a drink on Friday. Felices at Tropicana Latin Bar covers Saturday, and a second Friday party, El Deseo, now runs in Piraeus.
All days, times and prices below were checked in October 2026. Most nights mix salsa and bachata. Wednesday is the exception: it plays only bachata.
At a Glance
Addictiva Athens Bar: The Week in Ampelokipoi
Addictiva Athens Bar is at Doukissis Plakentias 84 in Ampelokipoi, near Panormou metro station on line 3. Since October 2026 the parties run on the indoor dance floor. The rooftop terrace is the summer setup.
Each night has its own name, and most start with a free class. The usual door pattern is EUR 10 without a drink and more with one. Addictiva posts the weekly lineup, with teachers and class times, on Instagram every Monday.
Addictiva venue detailsMonday to Wednesday at Addictiva
Monday is VOLAR, the lowest door price of the week at EUR 5. A free bachata class starts at 8:50 PM, the earliest start at Addictiva, and the salsa and bachata social follows.
Tuesday is now billed as Perfect Blend: a 50/50 salsa and bachata night. It is the venue's offer day, with EUR 10 entry including a drink. The night starts late in the evening with a free salsa class, then the social.
Wednesday is Elixir, a Bachata Sensual Night and the only night in this list that plays 100% bachata. A free bachata class starts at 10 PM, then the social runs until about 3:30 AM. Entry is EUR 10, or EUR 12 with a drink. For a bachata dancer, this is the midweek night to pick.
Bachata events in AthensThursday, Friday and Sunday at Addictiva
Thursday is The Roomies, a salsa and bachata social from 10 PM with a free bachata lesson at 11 PM. Entry is EUR 10 to 13.
Friday is a double party. From 9:30 PM to midnight the Early Cuban Party plays 100% Cuban salsa, hosted by Ahinama Dance Company. From midnight Las Ganas takes over with bachata, salsa, cha-cha and rumba. Entry is EUR 10, or EUR 15 with a drink or cocktail. Bachata dancers can arrive for midnight; casino dancers will want the early half.
Sunday is billed as Bachazouk Sundays in October 2026: bachata with zouk, plus salsa and kizomba in the mix. A free bachata lesson starts at 9:15 PM. Entry is EUR 10 to 13.
Addictiva events and mapFriday in Piraeus: El Deseo at Paraguay Club
El Deseo Latin Party moved to Piraeus on 9 October 2026. It now runs every Friday from 10:30 PM at Paraguay Club, Asklipiou 18. Entry is EUR 13 with a drink. The music is salsa and bachata, and the Peristeri dance school DanceWorks hosts the night.
Piraeus is the port city next to Athens, not the centre, so plan the trip there and back. In summer El Deseo moves to a rooftop venue, so check the organizer's posts for the current address.
Saturday: Felices at Tropicana Latin Bar
Felices is the Saturday party at Tropicana Latin Bar, Evelpidon 4, at the edge of Pedion tou Areos park. Every Saturday the doors open at 10:30 PM and close at 3 AM, with a free bachata class at 11 PM. Entry is EUR 13 with a drink included.
The crowd is strong on salsa, with resident dancers from several Athens schools, and the dance floor is large. Arrive by 11 PM if you want the class. Addictiva's own lineup also lists a Saturday night, Sensual Vibes, with a free bachata class at 11 PM.
Tropicana Latin Bar detailsYour Bachata Week in Athens
The full week, eight parties on seven nights:
- Monday: VOLAR at Addictiva, free bachata class at 8:50 PM, EUR 5.
- Tuesday: Addictiva, billed as Perfect Blend, 50/50 salsa and bachata, free salsa class first, EUR 10 with a drink.
- Wednesday: Elixir at Addictiva, 100% bachata, free class at 10 PM, social until about 3:30 AM, EUR 10 or EUR 12 with a drink.
- Thursday: The Roomies at Addictiva from 10 PM, free bachata lesson at 11 PM, EUR 10 to 13.
- Friday: Las Ganas at Addictiva (Cuban salsa from 9:30 PM, then bachata, salsa, cha-cha and rumba from midnight, EUR 10 to 15), or El Deseo at Paraguay Club in Piraeus from 10:30 PM, EUR 13 with a drink.
- Saturday: Felices at Tropicana Latin Bar, 10:30 PM to 3 AM, free bachata class at 11 PM, EUR 13 with a drink.
- Sunday: Addictiva, billed as Bachazouk Sundays, free bachata lesson at 9:15 PM, EUR 10 to 13.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which nights can I dance bachata in Athens?
Every night. Addictiva Athens Bar has a party Monday to Friday and on Sunday. Saturday is Felices at Tropicana Latin Bar, and Friday has a second option in Piraeus: El Deseo at Paraguay Club.
How much does a bachata night in Athens cost?
EUR 5 on Monday (VOLAR), EUR 10 with a drink on Tuesday, EUR 10 or 12 on Wednesday, EUR 10 to 13 on Thursday and Sunday, and EUR 10 to 15 on Friday at Addictiva. El Deseo on Friday and Felices on Saturday cost EUR 13 with a drink.
Is there a bachata-only night in Athens?
Yes, Wednesday. Elixir at Addictiva is a Bachata Sensual Night that plays 100% bachata, with a free class at 10 PM and the social until about 3:30 AM.
Can I dance zouk or kizomba in Athens?
Among the nights listed here, Sunday is the one. Addictiva bills it as Bachazouk Sundays: bachata with zouk, plus salsa and kizomba, after a free bachata lesson at 9:15 PM.
How do I get to Addictiva Athens Bar?
Addictiva is at Doukissis Plakentias 84 in Ampelokipoi, near Panormou metro station on line 3. Since October the parties run on the indoor floor.
Plan Your Athens Dance Trip
Start with the Athens city overview for everything we list in the city. Salsa dancers can use the salsa events in Athens page, and kizomba dancers the kizomba events in Athens page.
To add a weekend event to your trip, browse the festival calendar.
