Beijing Salsa Festival (2005)

I remember my first trip to Beijing back in 2001 and being surprised to find Salsa. At the time salsa was to be found at SALSA CABANA. Unfortunately that location is now a car dealeship. But the good news is that Salsa in Beijing is stronger than ever. You can find Salsa dancing 7 days a week.

Now to the really good news, Beijing is having their fist Salsa Festival this November. I am really glad to see that this is taking place and this surely puts Beijing once again on the MAP among the salsa community.

For more informatio CLICK HERE. Below is the list of their schedule of events.

If you make it there, please let us know how it goes.

-DC Salsero

2005 1st Beijing Salsa Festival will be held from Nov. 1 (Tues.) to Nov. 6 (Sun.) The night's will be filled with competitions, performances, and DJ's spinning the best Salsa music around. Get ready to experience a week of dancing that you will never forget!!!
Nov. 1 (Tues.)	Welcome Party
	Come meet and dance with the guest International Instructors from around the world. We will also enjoy music by the #1 Salsa DJ in the world Henry Knowles. Also all of the guest instructors will do a short demonstration for us. Let's kick off the festival with a hot night of dancing!!! Venue: Latinos
Nov.2 (Wed.)	Merenge Perform
	For all you Merenge lovers come enjoy a fun filled Merenge Competition. The competition will include prizes. Henry Knowles #1 Salsa DJ in the world spinning 100% Salsa.. Venue: Latinos
Nov. 3 (Thur.)	Phoenix doance Perform & DJ Henry
	Phoenix Dance Salsa Team will perform a all new routine! Don't miss their show which includes Hip Hop, Cha Cha, and Salsa!!! DJ Henry Knowles, and DJ Peter from Germany spinning 100% Salsa, and much more to come this evening.. Venue: Latinos
Nov. 4 (Fri.)	Salsa Performance Evening
	Don't miss the first found of the 1st Beijing Amateur Salsa Competition! Over 20 couples have signed up so far. Following the competition this night will also include unforgettable performances by all of the International Guest Performers! We will also enjoy performances by groups and couples from Beijing, Shang Hai,, Hangzhou, and Shenzhen . Following the performances we will dance to the best music brought to us by DJ Henry Knowles from New York City #1 Salsa DJ in the world, DJ Roland "Dr Salsa", and DJ Joseph from Hong Kong.. Live music will be brought to us by Makore from Venezuela. Venue:
Nov. 5 (Sat.)	Performance Party and 1 st Beijing Salsa Competition Finals
	The Final round of the competition will be held at 9pm. 6 couples will be chosen for the finals. Following the competition we will enjoy performances by International Guest Performers, and performers from Beijing and all over China. Following the performances we will dance to the best SALSA music being brought to us by International DJ's, "Dr. Salsa", and DJ Joseph from Hong Kong. Live music will be played by Makore from Venazuela. Don't miss this unforgettable evening!!! Venue:
Nov. 6 (Sun.)	Farewell Party
	Don't miss the Champions of the 1 st Beijing Amateur Salsa Competition will perform with the guest International Performers. We will dance to the best Salsa, Merengue, and Cha Cha brought to us by DJ Roland "Dr Salsa", DJ Joseph from Hong Kong. Venue: Latinos