THU 1ST THU
8 pm - 12:30 am (1st & 3rd Thursdays)
Salsa Savoy
Salsa ·Free ·1ST THU
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About Savoy Tivoli
Salsa Savoy runs every 1st and 3rd Thursday — a short lesson is followed by a live salsa band and an open dance floor, so plan to arrive for the class if you want to warm up. Dancing happens around the main room and small stage; the venue also has the “Old Bar,” a marble‑topped island “New Bar” and an upstairs lounge that fits about 50, so expect music concentrated on the ground floor.
The Savoy sits on Grant Avenue in North Beach, so the street outside can be busy and touristy. The venue calendar lists these salsa nights as free; the house hours show Thursdays closing around midnight, so the band’s main set is an evening thing rather than a late‑night marathon. The site advertises jazz and other live bands on weekends and the Savoy runs its own sound engineer and lesson staff — check the calendar for exact lesson and band times.
Vibe
historic, band-focused, neighborhood social bar
Music
Live salsa band 1st & 3rd Thursday; weekend jazz and bands (Fri/Sat)
When it fills
Floor fills after the lesson and during the band's set; Thurs shows end around midnight per venue hours
Live music
Live salsa band 1st & 3rd Thursday; regular live bands listed on Fri/Sat
Beginners
yes; beginner salsa lesson immediately before the open dance
Neighbourhood
North Beach, Grant Avenue — tourist-adjacent historic district
Getting there
Walkable in North Beach; ride-hail/short taxi from central SF is straightforward
Going solo
Likely solo-friendly; lesson + open social format encourages individual attendees
Floor
No sprung floor advertised; dancing happens on the open floor near the stage. Venue also has an upstairs lounge (~50) and two bar areas.
Crowd
Varies by night; venue gets very busy on weekends; Salsa nights are event evenings
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What dance styles does Savoy Tivoli host?
Savoy Tivoli hosts salsa events. The music split is: Salsa (1 event). Live salsa band 1st & 3rd Thursday; weekend jazz and bands (Fri/Sat). Check the weekly schedule above for exact times.
When are dance events at Savoy Tivoli?
Savoy Tivoli has 1 weekly event on Thursday. The busiest night is Thursday. Floor fills after the lesson and during the band's set; Thurs shows end around midnight per venue hours. See the full schedule above for start times and styles.
How much does it cost to dance at Savoy Tivoli?
Entry at Savoy Tivoli is Free. Prices may vary by event — check each event above for details.
Where is Savoy Tivoli located?
Savoy Tivoli is located at 1434 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA, San Francisco, USA. It's in North Beach, Grant Avenue — tourist-adjacent historic district. Walkable in North Beach; ride-hail/short taxi from central SF is straightforward. Use the map above for directions.
Do I need a dance partner to attend events at Savoy Tivoli?
No, you don't need a dance partner. Likely solo-friendly; lesson + open social format encourages individual attendees.
Is Savoy Tivoli beginner-friendly?
yes; beginner salsa lesson immediately before the open dance.
Is there live music at Savoy Tivoli?
Live salsa band 1st & 3rd Thursday; regular live bands listed on Fri/Sat.
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