Chicago Salsa & Bachata Festival 2025

The Chicago Salsa & Bachata Festival (CSBF) returns to the Windy City for its 10th anniversary, taking place November 28–30, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare. As one of the largest Afro‑Latin dance festivals in the U.S., CSBF offers a rich immersion into salsa and bachata culture through workshops, masterclasses, live showcases, and vibrant all‑night socials.

Over three action‑packed days, participants can engage with local and international instructors in classes for all levels, from beginner to advanced. The festival features dedicated rooms for salsa and bachata, live music showcases, performance camps, and expert DJs igniting the dance floors into the early hours. Its celebratory 10th edition also features signature events like the US Bachata Open competition.

With a well-organized schedule and diverse offerings, CSBF allows dancers to seamlessly move between workshops and socials. Salsa and bachata are both given strong focus, with occasional spaces for kizomba or zouk addi