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Join Us on our 3ER EDITION

Calgary International Bachata y Cultura Festival 2025

ABOUT THE FESTIVAL 

Concerts, Workshops, Dance Socials, Bootcamps & Competitions

**Farewell to the 2024 Bachata y Cultura Festival** As the curtain closes on the 2024 Bachata y Cultura Festival, we are filled with immense gratitude and joy. Thank you to all the passionate dancers, talented artists, dedicated volunteers, and enthusiastic attendees who made this festival an unforgettable celebration of bachata and cultural unity. Your energy, spirit, and love for dance have created memories that will last a lifetime. Until we meet again, keep the rhythm alive and continue to spread the joy of bachata.

 **Welcome to the Bachata y Cultura Festival 2025** Welcome to the official event page for the Bachata y Cultura Festival 2025!

We are thrilled to invite you to another spectacular year of dance, music, and cultural celebration. Mark your calendars for June 20-23 as we prepare to bring you an even more vibrant and diverse lineup of Workshops, Performances, Concerts and social events. This 3er Edition, we're expanding our horizons with new and exciting activities, world-renowned instructors, Concert, and special cultural showcases that celebrate the rich heritage of Latin Dance and its global influence. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or new to the Latin scene, there’s something for everyone. Stay tuned for updates on ticket our passes, Hotel packages, artist announcements, and event schedules. Get ready to immerse yourself in the rhythms and traditions of Bachata, Salsa and the Latin Culture. Let's make 2025 another year to remember!

PURCHASE YOUR EARLY BIRD 2025 PASSES HERE

ONLY 100 PASSES AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE

EARLY BIRD FULL VIP PASS 2025

OUR FULL VIP PASS INCLUDES EVERYTHING FROM CONCERTS, WORKSHOPS, THURSDAY SOCIAL AND OF COURSE PICTURES AND DANCING WITH OUR ARTISTS. (BOOT-CAMPS ARE NOT INCLUDED) PASS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE, BUT CAN BE TRANSFER

EARLY BIRD FULL REGULAR PASS

OUR REGULAR FULL PASSES INCLUDES CONCERTS & WORKSHOPS, (THURSDAY SOCIAL & BOOT-CAMPS ARE NOT INCLUDED) PASS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE, BUT CAN BE TRANSFER.

FULL VIP PASS + TROPICAL GEM BOOT-CAMP

OUR FULL VIP PASS INCLUDES EVERYTHING FROM THURSDAY WELCOME PARTY TO CONCERT FRONT LINE AND OUR SPECIAL BOOT-CAMP WITH THE WORLD RENOWNED TROPICAL GEM ALL PRIVATE PARTY. PASSES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE, BUT CAN BE TRANSFER.

HOTEL & FESTIVAL PACKAGES

All Hotel rooms must be now book through our website and not directly with the Hotel, let us know if you have any questions or would like to book a group or check our website for all packages available:
https://bachatayculturafestival.com

 SINGLE DAY FULL PASS

The Early Bird Single Day full VIP PASS is now available, this pass includes either Saturday or Sunday all day, but does not includes the Boot-Camps, Passes are non-refundable but can be transfer.

TROPICAL GEM MASTER CLASS

Tropical Gem Master Class at Calgary Bachata Y Cultura Festival - First time in Canada! Join the 3-hour salsa workshop with world-renowned dancers. VIP pass holders save $100 -Regular pass holders save $125.00, non pass holders $175.00 Boot-Camp Pass. Don’t miss this amazing opportunity!".

CONCERT & SOCIAL ONLY

Our Concert & Social on Saturday night covers the live concert of Andy Santiago and his full band directly from Dominican Republic and Social Dance with DJ Jorge Charon, DJ Kenny, DJ Moi, DJ Juan Bachata. Social will be extended until 3:am on 2025.

PERFORMERS PASS

As a performer you will receive a code to be able to buy your performer pass, this code will be provide by your Team manager or leader. Thank you once again for being part of our performance elite and welcome to BYC Festival.

THURSDAY NIGHT WELCOME

Join us to welcome all international instructors on Thursday night $15.00 in advance or $20.00 at the door. Our Thursday night welcome party is included in your VIP PASS or if you are a performer
our location is TBA. Dance lesson by international instructor and performance and live animation.

The Team

The Bachata y Cultura 2nd Annual Festival, hosted by our dedicated team consisting of Nino, Jorge, and Luna, aims to immerse the city of Calgary in a celebration of dance and culture. With a passion for fostering community connections, our mission is to create an inclusive space where enthusiasts can experience the vibrant rhythms of bachata and explore the richness of diverse cultures through dance. Join us in bringing people together, embracing diversity, and spreading the joy of dance across the Calgary dance and culture community.

NINO ACOSTA

Nino Acosta - Chief Director: Meet Nino Acosta, the visionary behind the Bachata y Cultura festival. With a passion for Dominican culture and dance, Nino has dedicated years to promoting and celebrating the essence of Bachata in all its forms. As the festival's Chief Director, Nino brings his expertise and creative flair to curate an unforgettable experience for all attendees. His relentless drive to showcase the best of the Dominican Republic's dance and cultural heritage makes him an integral part of this exceptional event.

JORGE ALBERTO RODRIGUEZ

Jorge Alberto Rodriguez - Event Director and Finance: Heading the operational aspects of the festival, Jorge Alberto Rodriguez ensures a seamless and enriching experience for every participant. As the Event Director and Finance lead, his meticulous planning and financial acumen guarantee the event's success. With a knack for detail and an impeccable organizational skillset, Jorge oversees the festival's logistics and financial affairs, enabling the team to focus on delivering a truly immersive experience.

LUNA TZINTLY

Luna Chavez - Director of Logistics: Meet Luna Chavez, the mastermind behind the smooth execution of the Bachata y Cultura festival. As the Director of Logistics, Luna orchestrates the intricate dance of schedules, accommodations, and transportation to make the event a resounding success. Her dedication to precision and problem-solving skills ensures that all participants have a stress-free and memorable time during the festival and tours.

Contact

Get in touch with us

WORLD DANCE SOCIETY (NON-PROFIT)

CALGARY, ALBERTA

worlddancesociety@gmail.com

(587)894-2930