Special events · December 2026
Salsa & Bachata Holiday Parties in San Francisco, December 2026
Two salsa holiday parties close out 2026: Saturday, December 12 — the Dance Saturdays Holiday Party with SALSON live — and Friday, December 18 — the Dance Fridays Holiday Party at Space 550 with live salsa band Borinquen.
Updated October 2026
Saturday, December 12 — Dance Saturdays Holiday Party
- SALSON live salsa, plus live bachata
- Beginner lessons at 8 PM
- Three rooms
Full details and tickets: dancesaturdays.com.
Friday, December 18 — Dance Fridays Holiday Party
- Live salsa band Borinquen
- Salsa, bachata and cumbia
- Dance lessons included
- Space 550, 550 Barneveld Ave, San Francisco — doors 7:45 PM, dancing until 1:30 AM, 21+
Tickets: dancefridays.fun — advance is cheaper than the door.
Before then
Don't miss Salsa Halloween on October 30 with Julio Bravo live — and every regular Friday at Space 550 in between.
Frequently asked questions
When are the 2026 salsa holiday parties in San Francisco?
Saturday, December 12, 2026 (Dance Saturdays Holiday Party) and Friday, December 18, 2026 (Dance Fridays Holiday Party at Space 550).
Who plays at the December 12 holiday party?
SALSON plays live salsa, plus live bachata. Beginner lessons start at 8 PM and there are three rooms.
Who plays at the December 18 holiday party?
The live salsa band Borinquen, with salsa, bachata and cumbia plus lessons.
Are lessons included at the holiday parties?
Yes. Both parties include dance lessons; on December 12 beginner lessons start at 8 PM.
Where do I get tickets?
Friday tickets are at dancefridays.fun. Details for the Saturday party are at dancesaturdays.com.
Are the holiday parties 21+?
Dance Fridays is 21+ with a valid government ID.