Workshops by Day, Parties by Night
Auckland's Cuban Dance festival.
Come for workshops and the parties; leave with friends.
Salsa Tumbao is the festival built on friendships. It's two days of authentic Cuban dance, live music, and community. Tumbao brings the rhythm and sass of Cuba to Auckland, with workshops by world-class instructors, live Cuban music, Rueda, Son, Cha Cha Cha, Rumba, and Afro on the social floor, plus a deeper understanding of Cuban style.
Learn Our StoryFestival Date
Auckland
Western Springs
Artists & Performers
Festival Highlights
From the legendary Ke Lo Ke party to moments of clarity in your dance, Tumbao is designed to be a welcoming community where you can develop your dance skills.
Festival Stories
The Heart of Tumbao
Discover the passion, the people, and the history behind the festival.
Our Origins
From a crazy idea during lockdown to a fully fledged festival in less than a month. Discover how Salsa Tumbao began in March 2020.
Read Our Story →Why Attend?
Cuban dance styles are irrevocably interwoven. Understanding the origins of the styles changes how you move.
Discover the Roots →Ke Lo Ke Live
Experience the electrifying energy of Auckland's premier 10-piece Cuban band, led by maestro Vivio Ramos.
Meet the Band →