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    Salsa Dancing @ Third Street Promenade

    4.6 (25 reviews)

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    Alice L.

    Oh the memories! This was such a highlight of being an amateur salsa dancer in southern Cali. The atmosphere is so friendly here and there are far fewer creepers than in those dimly-lit clubs. The organizers of this event are very kind and the entire group gets together, especially for Rueda! Very full of life and the passerbys seem to enjoy watching. The floor is the only downside- stone! But the silver lining is less ladies wear heels so that 1) you'll be less likely to have have your foot maimed by some partner's unstable heels and 2) people actually allow themselves to let go on the floor! Looking forward to coming back here!

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    Eddie H.

    So you think you've seen or heard of everything on the promenade, but chances are this has slipped past you somehow. If you happen to make it to the other end of the promenade on a Sunday afternoon/evening after you passed all the shops, food vendors, and street performers then you'll be rewarded with enjoying something truly unique - organized salsa dancing on the promenade. From 4pm-8pm every Sunday now (it use to be summer months only but with the increased popularity, it's year-round pending the weather) people flock here to get their salsa fix. Shortly before 4pm, there'll be nothing to indicate what is to come. All of a sudden a DJ comes rolling his equipment in a cart and sets up shop. The first 60-90 min, there might only be 2-10 people dancing at any given time; it might not seem like much, but give it time. People like to make an entrance, others don't like to dance in the hot sun, others just like to dance when there is a crowd. Soon enough there will be upwards of 20-40 dancers tearing up the promenade. With the dancing crowds come all the tourists taking photos and recording videos (which will shortly be uploaded onto Youtube). There are no lessons, just dancing. Given the nature of this event, there aren't too many beginners out there, but they sure are welcomed. Most people that come here are regulars and are well-polished dancers that love the audience and limelight. You'll see women rocking their pumas while others maneuver their way on the cobblestone with 3+ inch heels - it's a wide variety of people that attend from all different backgrounds, ages, dance styles etc. This event is free but donations are appreciated to cover expenses i.e. batteries, permits etc. It can get hot so bring water/sunscreen/backpack etc. or you can walk over 50 feet over to the Borders and pick up some water for $2 or less. It's located in front of Monsoon Cafe which also has salsa dancing, but there is no affiliation. Also, last time I went, it didn't get started until 6pm which I hear is unusual. Sign up for the Google Group for the latest info: http://groups.google.com/group/third-street-promenade---salsa-familia?hl=en

    Tiffany G.

    Stumbled across this group Sunday night while walking back to the car. It looked like fun, so we stopped and danced. OK, I am so not a dancer, but no one cared and I had a great time. We didn't stay long but are definitely going back. Every experience level from fantastic to barely hanging in there like me. Found this link about it http://www.salsahook.com/archive/details/2011/06/15/96/Street-Dancing-Salsa-Dancing-at-Third-Street-Promenade-in-Santa-Monica-CA Know before you go... 1. north end of 3rd Street Promenade, between Arizona Ave and Wilshire Blvd, 2. picks up around 6 PM and goes on until about 9 PM, weather permitting 3. Donations are welcomed to keep the dancing going and investment in portable batteries and the equipment that makes it all possible.

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    3 years ago

    Fun dancing outside. It's been many years so I'm not sure if it's still there. If it is, you should try it if you like Latin dancing.

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    Great atmosphere and wonderful dancing! No reggaeton tho--strictly salsa music! Good and fast bar service!

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    What's not to love about open air salsa dancing with great dancers? My favorite way to end the weekend.

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