Bachata in Los Angeles
88 upcoming events · 39 socials · 49 classes
Next up in Los Angeles
Bachata Dance Academy Wednesday Beginner
Stevens Steakhouse, 5332 Stevens Pl, Commerce, CA
class · Wed 11 NovBachata Dance Academy Wednesday Intermediate
Stevens Steakhouse, 5332 Stevens Pl, Commerce, CA
class · Wed 11 NovMajesty in Motion Class - Wednesday
Majesty in Motion, Los Angeles, United States
class · Wed 11 NovSalsa Dance LA Class - Wednesday
Salsa Dance LA, Los Angeles, United States
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Majesty in Motion Class - Wednesday
Every Wednesday · 19:00 – 21:00Majesty in Motion, Los Angeles, United StatesBachata - class
Salsa Dance LA Class - Wednesday
Every Wednesday · 19:00 – 21:00Salsa Dance LA, Los Angeles, United StatesBachata - class
Stevens Steakhouse Class - Wednesday
Every Wednesday · 19:00 – 21:00Stevens Steakhouse, Los Angeles, United StatesBachataWebsite ↗ - class
The Granada LA Class - Wednesday
Every Wednesday · 19:00 – 21:00The Granada LA, Los Angeles, United StatesBachata - class
Sohaila Class - Wednesday
Every Wednesday · 19:00 – 21:00Sohaila, Los Angeles, United StatesBachata - class
Paso de Oro Class - Wednesday
Every Wednesday · 19:00 – 21:00Paso de Oro, Los Angeles, United StatesBachata - class
Salseros LA Class - Wednesday
Every Wednesday · 19:00 – 21:00Salseros LA, Los Angeles, United StatesBachata - class
Mambo Inc Class - Wednesday
Every Wednesday · 19:00 – 21:00Mambo Inc, Los Angeles, United StatesBachata - class
LA Dance Center Class - Wednesday
Every Wednesday · 19:00 – 21:00LA Dance Center, Los Angeles, United StatesBachata - class
Baila LA Class - Wednesday
Every Wednesday · 19:00 – 21:00Baila LA, Los Angeles, United StatesBachata - class
Bachata Dance Academy Wednesday Beginner
Every Wednesday · 20:00 – 21:00Stevens Steakhouse, 5332 Stevens Pl, Commerce, CABachata$15Website ↗ - class
Bachata Dance Academy Wednesday Intermediate
Every Wednesday · 21:00 – 22:00Stevens Steakhouse, 5332 Stevens Pl, Commerce, CABachata$15Website ↗
Thursday, Nov 12
8 events- class
LA Salsa & Bachata Dance Academy
Every Thursday · 19:30 – 21:15LASBDA Santa Monica Studio, Santa Monica, CABachata$20Website ↗ - class
Movers and Shakers Dance
Every Thursday · 19:30 – 21:00Los Angeles, CABachataWebsite ↗ - class
Majesty in Motion Class - Thursday
Every Thursday · 20:00 – 22:00Majesty in Motion, Los Angeles, United StatesMixed - class
Salsa Dance LA Class - Thursday
Every Thursday · 20:00 – 22:00Salsa Dance LA, Los Angeles, United StatesMixed - class
Stevens Steakhouse Class - Thursday
Every Thursday · 20:00 – 22:00Stevens Steakhouse, Los Angeles, United StatesMixed - class
The Granada LA Class - Thursday
Every Thursday · 20:00 – 22:00The Granada LA, Los Angeles, United StatesMixed - class
Sohaila Class - Thursday
Every Thursday · 20:00 – 22:00Sohaila, Los Angeles, United StatesMixed - class
Paso de Oro Class - Thursday
Every Thursday · 20:00 – 22:00Paso de Oro, Los Angeles, United StatesMixed
Los Angeles bachata guide: socials, classes and festivals
Los Angeles features an active, multi-faceted bachata scene extending across Hollywood, North Hollywood, the San Gabriel Valley, and Orange County. Social dancers enjoy an eclectic mix of athletic Bachata Sensual combinations, commercial Latin fusion, and classic Dominican rhythms. Signature socials at venues such as Stevens Steakhouse and regional dance centers run late into the night, with workshops at 20:30 and social dancing peaking from 22:30 until 02:00 or later. Dancers take pride in styling, footwear, and expressive musicality, yet the community remains welcoming to visitors. Door admission is paid at entry and often includes the introductory lesson. Due to Southern California distances, driving or rideshares are the standard way to attend events.
Master Artists & Instructors Associated with Los Angeles
Iconic Dance Clubs & Social Venues
Stevens Steakhouse
Commerce / East LAHistoric Southern California Latin nightlife landmark with massive dance floors, vintage banquet charm, and Sunday social dancing.
Aesthetic Dance Studios
Sherman OaksSpacious San Fernando Valley dance center dedicated to clean technique, student teams, and weekend bachata workshops.
Weekly Social Schedule Matrix
| Day | Top Venue / Party | Dance Focus | Schedule & Dancer Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | Movers / Shakers Studios | Bachata Sensual, Urban Styling, Performance Team Partnerwork, and Salsa On2 | Intensive beginner-to-advanced bachata technique courses and guided practice |
| Wednesday | Blen Blen Latin Socials | Bachata Sensual, Urban Styling, Performance Team Partnerwork, and Salsa On2 | Mid-week gathering drawing top-tier social leads and follows across LA County |
| Friday | Mambo Inc Socials | Bachata Sensual, Urban Styling, Performance Team Partnerwork, and Salsa On2 | High-octane Friday dance floor with West Coast Latin DJs |
| Sunday | Stevens Steakhouse / La Victoria Area: Commerce / East LA | Historic Southern California Latin nightlife landmark with massive dance floors, vintage banquet charm, and Sunday social dancing. | The LA Sunday night tradition: continuous social dancing until 02:00 Peak hours: 21:30 – 01:30 |
Dancer Insider Guide for Los Angeles
Freeway Planning
Given Los Angeles traffic patterns, plan 45-60 minutes travel time if moving between the Westside, Downtown, and the Valley for socials.
Sunday Night Stamina
Unlike most US cities where Sundays wind down early, LA's Sunday night socials at Stevens Steakhouse stay packed until closing time.
Los Angeles at a glance
When & Where to Dance Bachata in Los Angeles
Find 88 upcoming bachata events in Los Angeles. Browse 49 classes and 39 social dance nights. Next up: Bachata Dance Academy Wednesday Beginner (Wed 11 Nov). Saturday has the most classes and socials listed.
Socials
39 listed, with start times and venues; prices for 3 of 39. Next: Fri 13 Nov.
Classes
49 listed, with start times and venues; prices for 8 of 49. Next: Wed 11 Nov.
Festivals
None listed in Los Angeles. Next in the region: Bachata Sensual Festival SoCal 2026 (San Diego, Thu 12 Nov – Mon 16 Nov).
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FAQ & Scene Overview
Where can I find bachata classes in Los Angeles?▾
Los Angeles has 49 bachata classes listed on FindBachata. Each listing shows the day, start time, and venue, plus the price when the organizer publishes one. Browse the class tab above for the schedule, and open any class to reach the organizer's own page.
What bachata socials are happening in Los Angeles?▾
Los Angeles has 39 bachata socials listed on FindBachata. Each listing shows the night, start time, and venue, plus the cover price when the organizer publishes one. No partner is needed at a social; open any listing for the organizer's details.
Are there bachata festivals in Los Angeles?▾
Los Angeles has no bachata festivals on the schedule right now. Festivals appear here once an organizer announces dates. In the meantime, the festivals page lists every upcoming bachata festival worldwide and the cities directory shows nearby scenes.
When is the best night for bachata in Los Angeles?▾
On FindBachata, Saturday is the night with the most bachata classes and socials listed in Los Angeles. FindBachata currently lists 88 upcoming bachata events for Los Angeles: browse the full schedule above, filter by event type (class, social, or festival), and click any event to see the venue, start time, and the organizer's own page.
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Looking beyond Los Angeles? Browse all bachata festivals worldwide (congresses and weekenders, with dates for every one and line-ups where announced) or meet the bachata artists, singers & DJs behind the scene, from dance couples to headliners like Romeo Santos and Prince Royce.