Ticino Salsa & Bachata Festival

Ticino Salsa&Bachata Festival - September 5, 6, and 7, 2025

Get ready for an explosion of rhythm, passion, and unforgettable emotions at the Ticino Salsa&Bachata Festival, from September 5 to 7, 2025. Immerse yourself in a weekend where Latin music, dancing, sun, water activities, and the beauty of the Swiss landscape merge to create a unique experience.

Energetic Transfers:

The festival kicks off with the best vibes from the very beginning. On September 5, at 2:00 PM, we'll be waiting for you at the main stations in Bern, Basel, and Lausanne, where our Ticino Festival Buses will depart. These buses, specially set to Latin music and equipped with restrooms, a bar, a café, and other amenities, will be the perfect setting for you to connect with other participants and feel the joy of the festival from the very first moment.

Arrival in Locarno and Welcome:

Arrival in Locarno is scheduled for around 6:00 PM, giving you time to settle into your hotel, with stunning views of the lake and mountains, and prepare for the grand opening.

On the evening of September 5th, at 9:00 PM, we will welcome you with a gala party, lakefront, at the prestigious Hotel "La Palma au Lac." A welcome cocktail with Proceso and appetizers, along with a group of talented musicians who will welcome us to the rhythm of Latin music, will kick off a magical evening, where we will introduce the teachers and artists who will bring the festival to life with their classes and performances. Get ready for intense emotions and thrilling experiences throughout the weekend. This welcome party will last until 10:45 a.m., when we'll all head to the Pala Cinema, where we'll continue the party until 2:00 a.m.

Day 1: Saturday, September 6 - Rhythm and Adventure

Start the day with energy and a connection with nature. At 9:00 a.m., we invite you to a stretching session by the lake, enjoying the morning sun and the refreshing breeze.

• 9:00-9:45: Pilates by the lake

Starting at 10:00 a.m., the morning will be filled with dance, with 3 hours of workshops in 2 different rooms offering 6 dance workshops.

10:00-11:00 a.m.

• Lady Styling / Osmel Cuba

• Sensual Bachata / Guillermo & Anastasia

11:05-12:05 p.m.

• Men Styling / Roly Maden

• Dance-Core / Yanieri Martinez

12:10-13:10 p.m.

• Salsa Partner Work / Roly Maden & Noemi Montepagani

• Issa / Afrobeat

On Saturday afternoon, from 14:00 to 18:00, the fun moves to the lakeside at Locarno's heavenly Lake View. The ideal place to cool off and socialize. We'll have a bar with drinks and cocktails, various water activities such as water biking, paddle tennis, surfing, and of course, a refreshing swim in the lake. All accompanied by the best music and an outdoor dance area. Imagine: laughter, new friends, music, dancing, the lake, the mountains, the sun, and endless unforgettable emotions.

On Saturday night, the party continues in our event room. At 21:00, enjoy a bachata workshop to warm up.

• 21:00 - 22:00 : Sensual Bachata Workshop

Starting at 22:00, the night will heat up with guest DJs, shows, and concerts, where dancing will be the star of the show. This evening is dedicated to music and movement to the rhythm of salsa, bachata, and much more until 2:00 AM.

“Whether elegant or in your most authentic style, the only important thing is that you come with an open heart to fill it with joy, laughter, flavor, captivating emotions, and love without labels.”

Day 2: Sunday, September 7th - Farewell with Dancing, Swimming, and Joy

After an incredible night, Sunday also awaits you with surprises and an unforgettable farewell.

The best is saved for last!

At 10:00 a.m., our Ticino Festival Buses will be waiting to take us to the exclusive Palm Beach near Ascona.

The morning begins with a delicious brunch at the exclusive Palm Beach on the lakefront, where, in addition to the abundant food, we'll also have the beach, workshops, music with DJs, entertainment, laughter, dancing, and lots of joy.

• 13:00-13:45 p.m.: Workshop and Entertainment by Roly Maden

The afternoon continues with music, dancing, entertainment, swimming, cocktails, laughter, sunshine, and a heart full of cheers...for such a spectacular moment.

But there will be no sad goodbyes. At 16:30 p.m., our Ticino Festival Buses will be ready to take you from Palm Beach back to Bern, Basel, and Lausanne, filled with the music, good vibes, and emotions you'll take away from this unforgettable event.

It's not a goodbye, but rather a "see you next summer." The Ticino Salsa Festival 2026 is underway!

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