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Chicago International Salsa Congress 2026
salsabachatamambofestival
Westin O'Hare
Rosemont, United States
February 13 – February 16, 2026
3000 attending
About
The 25th anniversary of the longest continually running Salsa Congress in the United States takes place February 12-16, 2026, at the Westin O'Hare in Rosemont, Illinois. The five-day celebration features over 60 workshops running Friday through Sunday, five curated dance shows, four live-music concerts, and three themed ballrooms open for social dancing until 3 AM. CISC is a staple of the North American salsa scene, drawing dancers from across the continent for emerging artist showcases, masterclasses, and nonstop social dancing to salsa, bachata, and Afro-Caribbean music spun by resident DJs.