Salsa in Colombia
Discover Salsa dancing events across 2 cities in Colombia
Salsa in Colombia runs on two cities: Cali and Medellin. Together they carry 7 weekly socials, split almost evenly between the two. Cali is the salsa capital, known for the fast Cali style danced on the beat. Medellin has a steadier club scene, with venues like Dancefree running several nights a week. Thursday is the strongest night, though you can dance from Wednesday through Saturday. Salsa clearly leads here; bachata adds only 3 events per week across the same cities. Entry is usually cheap, and locals dance at a high level, so bring solid basics. If you have one trip, Cali is the classic choice, with Medellin an easy second stop.
Salsa Cities in Colombia
Salsa in Nearby Countries
Salsa Dance Shoes: Tested & Reviewed
Shoes we tested and reviewed, with links to buy
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Top 6 salsa dance shoes reviewed by a dancer. Suede soles, proper heels, and shoes that actually work on the social dance floor.
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Capezio Canvas Review: Best for Salsa Footwork
A review of the Capezio Canvas Dance Sneaker: an ultra-light split-sole shoe with a suede spin spot, built for fast salsa footwork, shines and pivots.
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