El Babalú - Bachata, Salsa dance venue in Mexico City

Salsa & Bachata at El Babalú, Mexico City

Salsa in Mexico City ·Bachata in Mexico City · Mexico City, Mexico 🇲🇽

C. Río Lerma 218, Col. Cuauhtémoc, Cuauhtémoc, 06500 Ciudad de México, Mexico
5 weekly events
Salsa 67% Bachata 33%

Weekly Schedule

Tuesday

El Babalú, Mexico City

Martes Salsa Cubana @ El Babalú

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8:30 PM

Wednesday

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Miércoles Salsa LA & Bachata @ El Babalú

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8:30 PM

Thursday

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Jueves Salsa Cubana @ El Babalú

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8:30 PM

Friday

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Viernes Bachata @ El Babalú

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8:30 PM

Saturday

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Sábado Salsa LA @ El Babalú

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8:30 PM

Location

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C. Río Lerma 218, Col. Cuauhtémoc, Cuauhtémoc, 06500 Ciudad de México, Mexico

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About El Babalú

El Babalú sits on Río Lerma in Colonia Cuauhtémoc, part dance hall and part restaurant: there is a bar, and food is served. There is loud music at night. It is a small room, so getting there early matters.

Salsa carries most of the week, with bachata mixed in, and the doors open Tuesday through Saturday. A class runs earlier in the evening and the floor turns social once it finishes. Entry is 120 pesos and includes a drink. Live music turns up some nights.

Thursday, Friday and Saturday are the late ones, 8:30pm to 3am. One reviewer, travelling solo, described the instructor as friendly and the crowd as respectful.

Vibe

small bar-restaurant room, salsa-led floor

Music

Salsa most nights, bachata mixed in

Live music

Live music on some nights

Neighbourhood

Cuauhtémoc, Calle Río Lerma

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Frequently Asked Questions

What dance styles does El Babalú host?
El Babalú hosts bachata, salsa events. The music split is: Salsa (4 events), Bachata (2 events). Salsa most nights, bachata mixed in. Check the weekly schedule above for exact times.
When are dance events at El Babalú?
El Babalú has 5 weekly events on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday. See the full schedule above for start times and styles.
How much does it cost to dance at El Babalú?
Entry at El Babalú is MXN 120 (incl. 1 drink). Prices may vary by event. Check each event above for details.
Where is El Babalú located?
El Babalú is located at C. Río Lerma 218, Col. Cuauhtémoc, Cuauhtémoc, 06500 Ciudad de México, Mexico, Mexico City, Mexico. It's in Cuauhtémoc, Calle Río Lerma. Use the map above for directions.
Do I need a dance partner to attend events at El Babalú?
No, you don't need a dance partner. Social dance events at El Babalú welcome solo dancers at all levels. You're welcome to ask anyone to dance; no partner needed.
Is there live music at El Babalú?
Live music on some nights.