7/10 - MN Salsa Fiesta (Night 1 - Indoor)

Salsa Party with Live Bands, Dance Showcases, Artisan Vendors, Free Dance Lesson, Visual Artists and more at the stunning Granada Theater!

For 2026 Minnesota Salsa Fiesta has expanded to TWO nights! Friday, July 10 at Granada Theater and Saturday, July 11 at Mill City Museum

Friday night will feature a 20-piece salsa orchestra with guest artists from Chicago, Miami, Puerto Rico, and Cuba. Experience the premier event of the year for live salsa music and dance.

Music begins in the bar lobby with the world-class Havana Quartet. Latino artisan vendors will be nearby to showcase artisan crafts and jewelry.

In main room enjoy DJ and free dance lesson followed by a huge salsa orchestra. This all-star band brings the full salsa sound with horn section, string section, coro singers, and overflowing percussion. Throughout the evening salsa dance teams and professional dancers will be showcased.

Visual artists will energize the Granada space with vibrant colors and video. Granada cocktails wizards will offer specialty drinks including classic mojitos and more.

At 12:20 a.m. live music ends. However the festivities continue with a SALSA DJ AFTER PARTY until 2 a.m. Keep moving with a mix of reggaeton, bachata, merengue, and more. Admission for the After Party is included with general or VIP admission. After Party tickets may only be purchased at the door.