Austin's bachata scene is growing fast, with dedicated socials featuring both traditional and sensual bachata styles. Most events include beginner lessons before the social dancing starts, making it easy to learn and improve. You'll find bachata paired with salsa at most Latin nights around town.
Sunday
1Monday
1Tuesday
1Wednesday
2Bachata on the Rooftop
Twins Nightclub
Downtown · Austin
⚠️ Doors 7pm, bachata class 7:30pm, social 8:30pm-midnight. No cover; 21+.
Salsa Bachata Wednesdays at Cabana Club
Cabana Club ATX
East Austin · Austin
⚠️ $10 all night, class included. Beginner bachata class 8pm, social 9pm-1am. Validated parking, food trucks on site.
Thursday
2$10 with classes
Latin Night Salsa Bachata Thursdays at Wild West
Wild West
Cedar Park · Cedar Park
$19 with classes
Flow & Feel Thursday
Rhythm House ATX
South Lamar · Austin
⚠️ Sensual bachata + zouk. Free social, $19 with the workshop. Standing weekly Thursday on the organizer schedule.
Friday
1Saturday
3Be-Bachata 100% Bachata Social
Blue Moon Dance Co.
South Lamar · Austin
⚠️ 1st & 3rd Saturday. Class 8pm, social 9pm until around 2:30am (the October flyer says 1am). $15 early bird / $20 at the door.
Lights, Camera, Fiesta! — Esquina Tango Turns 20
Esquina Tango
East Austin · Austin
⚠️ Public party 9pm-1am; the 6-8:30pm gala is sponsors only. $40 general admission. Two floors swap milonga and Latin at 10:30pm.
Salsa Night at Gloria's – The Domain
Gloria's Latin Cuisine - The Domain
The Domain · Austin