5 ways to get your Latin dance groove on in Birmingham

Sometimes you just don’t need an excuse to get out and dance. In fact, when Latin dance is on the menu, it’s almost impossible to sit still.

Here are five ways you can get your Latin dance groove on in Birmingham, plus one tango-inspired concert November 3 at Handworks in Cahaba Heights.

1. Salsa at Zanzibar on Green Springs every other Thursday night

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There was a time in my life when I was roommates with a guy who ran a salsa club along with a couple of other guys. Needless to say, there was always music on in our house, and a lot of dancing along. If you’ve always wanted to try salsa, here’s your chance.

• Latin music nights every other Thursday
• 8PM-midnight
• Free salsa lessons at 8PM
• 2024 Green Springs Highway, Birmingham, AL 35205
• 205-920-8077, 205-276-6375
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2. Salsa at Tropicaleo in Avondale Friday nights

If you live on the eastern side of town, Tropicaleo may be a more convenient spot for you to get your salsa on. Plus, they have really tasty food.

• Salsa every Friday
• 7PM-close
• 4426 4th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35222
• 205-643-5956
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3. Salsa and bachata at Cabo Coastal Grill on Lakeshore Saturday nights

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Check out the video below if you’ve never seen bachata in action. It’s beautiful to watch. I can only imagine how much fun it is to do . . . with the right dance partner, of course.

• Salsa and bachata on Saturdays
• $10 per person cover
• 100 Frankfurt Circle Suite A, Birmingham, AL 35211
• 205-202-3182
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4. Zumba at Tropicaleo in Avondale Sunday afternoons

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Zumba’s a fun one if you’re in the mood for Latin-dance inspired exercise. Plus, you can get brunch all day afterwards, and drinks. Tropicaleo has a lovely back patio where these classes take place.

• Zumba on Sundays
• 3PM
• $5 per person
• Drink specials and brunch all day
• 4426 4th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35222
• 205-643-5956
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5. Tango Birmingham at Handworks in Cahaba Heights many Tuesday evenings

Handworks is an occupational therapy place by day, specializing in hands and upper extremities, and in the off hours, they host dance and music events for the community.

• Argentine tango practicas many Tuesdays
• 7-8:30PM
• $5 per person
• 3234 Cahaba Heights Road, Birmingham, AL 35243
• 205-383-8579
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Alejandro Ziegler Argentine Tango Quartet Sunday, November 3, 5PM

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If you’re not quite sure you’re ready to hit the dance floor, but want to hear some live Argentine tango music (and maybe watch some people dancing from your seat on the sidelines), you’re gonna want to check out this concert.

• Alejandro Ziegler is coming from Buenos Aires for this live concert and dance
• Listen and/or dance
• Sunday, November 3, 5-8PM
• $20 at the door
• BYOBeverage and snack
• RSVP here

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Now tell us, what are your favorite places for Latin dance in Birmingham? Tag us on social @bhamnow and let us know what we missed!