Latin Dance Festivals in Turkey

4 upcoming events · 9 listed in total

We are tracking 4 upcoming Latin dance festivals in Turkey across Istanbul, İstanbul, Çankaya and Ankara and 1 more. The next one is Ankara Dance Festival in Ankara, starting November 26, 2026.

Styles taught at these events include Other, Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba and Zouk and 2 more.

Upcoming dates fall in November, December, January and March.

Artists teaching in Turkey

Instructors and DJs on the bill at these festivals. Click through for their full schedule.

Cristian y Gabriella

Dj York

Luis & Andrea

Melvin y gatica

Gero y Migle

Xi & Alina

Sakis & Mia

Panagiotis & Myrto

Leandro y Jomante

Dj Khalid

Antoni y Belen

Marco y Sara Bachata

Marco Ferrigno

Terry & Cecile

Emigen & Emanuela

Marco Espejo

Maykel Fonts

Dario & Sara

Upcoming festivals in Turkey

Ankara Dance Festival

Ankara, Turkey

Nov 26, 2026 (Thursday)

ismail üstündağ

The Arena Dance Festival is an annual event held in Punta Umbr&#237;a, Huelva, focused on genres such as salsa, bachata and kizomba, at the Barcel&#243; Punta Umbr&#237;a Beach Resort. Attendees can enjoy workshops, performances and parties with internationally renowned artists and DJs.

Kizomba

Urban Kiz

Afro

Kizomba Ankara Weekend

Çankaya, Turkey

Dec 4, 2026 (Friday)

Kizomba Ankara Weekend 2026

Kizomba Ankara Weekend 2026, the second edition of the festival, takes place December 4–7, 2026, in Ankara, Turkey. The event features workshops and social dancing in Kizomba, UrbanKiz, Tarraxo, Semba, and Afro, taught by international instructors including Natalia, Derick & Alena, Yura & Masha, Vasiliki, and others. DJs performing include DJ Joey C, DJ Traxx, DJ Timelime, Deejay P, DJ Onbeat, DJ Kzm.ba, and DJ Jogo. All workshops, parties, and accommodation are hosted at Raymar Hotel in Ankara.

Bachata

Kizomba

Zouk

LA LUZ DANCE FESTIVAL

İstanbul, Turkey

Jan 29, 2027 (Friday)

BTC Entertainment

La Luz Dance Festival Istanbul takes place from 29 January to 1 February 2027 at the Hilton Istanbul Kozyatağı. The festival offers workshops in Bachata, Kizomba, and Zouk led by international artists, along with four social nights featuring international DJs and Jack & Jill Championships. All festival activities, accommodation, and meals are located at the single premium venue, which includes spacious ballrooms and modern facilities.

Bachata

Salsa

Kizomba

Istanbul World Dance Congress

Istanbul, Turkey

Mar 17, 2027 (Wednesday)

Istanbul World Dance Congress

The Istanbul World Dance Congress takes place from 17–23 March 2026 at the Pullman Istanbul Hotel & Convention Center. The event features master classes in salsa, bachata, and kizomba, along with dance competitions and choreography bootcamps. Confirmed performers include La Maxima (salsa concert), Charles Luis, Shama, and Dimelo Cupido (bachata concert), with additional instructors and DJs representing salsa, bachata, kizomba, urbankiz, tarraxo, and afro house styles from across Europe, the Americas, Africa, and Asia.

Past editions in Turkey

These have already taken place. Most Latin dance festivals run annually — follow the organiser link on each page to find the next edition.

Other

Istanbul Social Dance Marathon In Turkiye

Istanbul, Turkey

Oct 7, 2026 (Wednesday)

Istanbul Social Dance Marathon

The 7th edition of this Latin dance festival takes place in Istanbul, Turkey and is organized by Istanbul Social Dance Marathon. Interested participants should check the organizer's website and Facebook event page for additional details and ticket information.

Bachata

Salsa

POSTPONED Istanbul Social Dance Marathon TURKIYE

Pendik, Turkey

Oct 7, 2026 (Wednesday)

Deniz Seven

The 8th Istanbul Social Dance Marathon will take place October 7-12, 2026 in Istanbul, Turkey at The Green Park Pendik Hotel & Convention Center, a five-star venue on the Marmara Sea. The festival features salsa and bachata instruction and performances from artists including La Maxima 79, Adolfo & Tania, Terry & Cecile, Brandon & Michelle, and over 40 additional instructors and performers from across the globe. The event includes more than 70 hours of workshops across five days, evening parties in three dance halls running until 7 a.m., outdoor pool parties, and access to hotel amenities including sauna, Turkish bath, pools, and fitness facilities. Participants from over 70 countries are expected to attend.

Istanbul Dance Festival: Summer Experience 2026

Istanbul, Marmara Region, Turkey

Aug 27, 2026

Istanbul Dance Festival

İstanbul is calling you! 13th Anniversary of Istanbul International Dance Festival (IIDF), is set to be held between on 19th - 25th March 2025.

Salsa

Mambo in Palace

Istanbul, Turkey

Dec 12, 2025 (Friday)

Istanbul Social Dance Marathon

The Istanbul Social Dance Marathon organizes a salsa festival in Istanbul, Turkey. Further details and ticket information are available on the organization's website and Facebook event page.

Salsa

Bachata

Vivafest Dance Festival

Turkey

May 7, 2025 (Wednesday)

Vivafest island

The 20th edition of a salsa and bachata festival is being organized by Vivafest Island in Turkey. Further details and updates are available through the festival's Facebook event page.

Festivals in other countries

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