AISF: Salsa Festival
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- AISF: Salsa Festival
Amsterdam International Salsa Festival
Save the dates for the 12th edition of the Amsterdam International Salsa Festival, happening from Thursday, February 6, 2025, to Sunday, February 9, 2025. Prepare for a mind-blowing experience as we unveil exciting enhancements for this edition. Following the success of our 2024 event, which attracted over 2000 participants globally, we’re thrilled to announce that the majestic De Koning Party & Event Centre will once again be our venue of choice.
100+
Workshops
100+
Artists
3,000+
Ready for a fantastic salsa weekend? Get your tickets today.
Artist Lineup
Fernando Sosa
Marco Ferrigno
Karel Flores
Ernesto & Denisse
Diego Rivera
Johnny Vazquez
Adrian & Anita
Sasha Phillips
Jennifer Tsuha
Fadi Fusion
Leon Rose
Jazzy & Valerie
Luz & Esteban
Cesar Espinoza & Lidia
Giuseppe & Jaqueline
Fadi k & Cristina
Julio Rojas & Wualexa
Falco & Leti
Victor Ortega
Anne & Anichi
Charlie & Vero
Gormack Dione
Tamba
Edson J. Blanco & Juan
Wilmer & Maria
Andy & Yuliet
Maria Malakou
Maria & Vincenzo
Konstantin & Arcadia
Trevor Brown
Ronier Morenor
Eloy Rojas
Luis Vazquez
Franco Rocha
Jaqueline & Christian
Lieb J
Juan Rosa
Roz & Rachel
Cesar Sanchez & Kerstin
Nahuel Marin
Lenin & Genesís
IIrena & Tyrone Guateque
Lidiia Khilkova
Damian Cejas
Fernando & Laura
Miguel & Marlou
Aldo & Ale Chen
Sita & Preveen
Kristina Znidarsic
Lady Alex & Edson
Enoch & Idaira
Full Circle
Miguel- Total Dance
Luz & Esteban
Jesús & María
David & Inés
Iroko
Cachanga Poderosa
Talal & Edyta
Quincy & Zunaira
Our DJs
DJ Rumbero
DJ Geraldo el Maestro
DJ Daaf
DJ Ares
DJ Phily
Over 100 workshops
Red-Carpet Showcase
3000 m2 for Social Dancing
Amazing venue
Dance Event
Event Schedule
Thursday, February 6, 2025
- 21:00 – 02:00 | Pre Party at Candance Studio
Friday, February 7, 2025 – Opening Party
- 11:00 – 18:00 | Registration open
- 12:00 – 18:00 | Workshops
- 15:00 – 16:00 | Stargate Competition Couples
- 22:00 – 06:00 | Party with three areas
- 22:30 – 23:30 | International Red Carpet Showcase
Saturday, February 8, 2025 – Gala Night
- 11:00 – 18:00 | Registration open
- 12:00 – 19:00 | Workshops
- 15:00 – 16:00 | Stargate Competition Teams
- 22:00 – 06:00 | Party with three areas
- 22:30 – 23:30 | International Red Carpet Showcase
Sunday, February 9, 2025 – Vinyl Night
- 11:00 – 18:00 | Registration open
- 12:00 – 18:00 | Workshops
- 15:00 – 16:00 | Stargate Competition Solo
- 22:00 – 06:00 | Party with three areas
- 22:30 – 23:30 | International Red Carpet Showcase
International Showcases
The International Showcase on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday will start between 22:30 and 23:00 and feature a selection of amazing dance shows by our artists. Make sure to come in early to secure your spot. A limited number of seats will be available during the showcase, reserved for Premium Full Pass holders.
During the shows, a second room will be open for social dancing!
Stargate Competition
Join us for the Stargate competition at the Amsterdam International Salsa Festival, where you can showcase your dance skills by day. Victorious participants will have the prestigious opportunity to perform alongside our renowned international artists in the evening.We offer three competition categories, scheduled across different days:
- Friday: Couples
- Saturday: Groups
- Sunday: Solo
The entry fee is €110 per participant. This includes a Full Pass, granting access to all festival events. Step up and shine!
Performance Boot Camps
Performance Bootcamp with Fernando Sosa & Marco Ferrigno.
- Eight hours (total) of intensive training on Thursday, Friday and Saturday
- Performance on Saturday
- Book it in the ticketShop
- Price: €200 p.p. (does not include admittance to the parties)
- Training on Friday 13:00 – 15:00, and 16:00 – 19:00 and Saturday 12:00 – 15:00
Performance Bootcamp with Karel Flores
- Ten hours of Intensive training on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
- Performance on Sunday
- Price: €150 p.p. (does not include admittance to the parties)
- Training on Friday 16:00 – 19:00, Saturday 16:00 – 19:00, and Sunday 12:00 – 15:00.
Locations
Primary Location: De Koning.
Isolatorweg 29, 1014 AS Amsterdam.
As usual, the AISF will be held at the majestic De Koning Event Center, conveniently between the Amsterdam International Airport Schiphol and Amsterdam Central Station. This venue is one of the most beautiful locations and is ideally suited for the Festival. It has five unique rooms, so there is plenty of room to dance on over the weekend.
Secondary Location: Candance Studios.
Isolatorweg 28, 1014 AS Amsterdam.
Candance Studios is just across the street from De Koning. This venue has three dance studios, which we use for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday workshops.
How to get there
De Koning is easy to reach with public transportation. Take the train to Amsterdam CS from the airport and leave at Sloterdijk Station. From Sloterdijk, take the Metro to Isolatorweg, which is one stop.
Parking
Parking is Free over the weekend after Friday at 19:00.
Main Hotel: Meininger Hotel.
Orlyplein 1-67, 1043 DR Amsterdam
This will be the central hotel for the AISF 2025; use promo code EXTREMOS10.
Tickets
The Premium Full Pass Pass is valid for all workshops and parties. It is not valid for the Performance Boot Camps, Special Master Classes, or the Thursday Pre-Party.
Each month, prices go up, so make sure to book yours on time
- September: €155
- October Price: €165
- November: €175
- December: €185
- January: €195
- February: €205
- Ticket Box: €220
All tickets are non-refundable!
The Friday Pass Pass is valid for all workshops and parties on Friday, February 7. It’s not valid for the Performance Boot Camps and Special Master Classes.
Each month, prices go up, so make sure to book yours on time
- September: €65
- October Price: €70
- November: €75
- December: €80
- January: €85
- February: €95
- Ticket Box: €105
The Saturday Pass Pass is valid for all workshops and parties on Saturday, February 8. It’s not valid for the Performance Boot Camps and Special Master Classes.
Each month, prices go up, so make sure to book yours on time
- September: €80
- October Price: €85
- November: €90
- December: €95
- January: €100
- February: €110
- Ticket Box: €120
The Sunday Pass Pass is valid for all workshops and parties on Sunday, February 9. It’s not valid for the Performance Boot Camps and Special Master Classes.
Each month, prices go up, so make sure to book yours on time
- September: €65
- October Price: €70
- November: €75
- December: €80
- January: €85
- February: €90
- Ticket Box: €100
The Party Pass Pass is valid for the party on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. It includes the International Showcase, but it does not include seating during the shows.
This pass will not be available until January 2025.
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- January: €100
- February: €110
- Ticket Box: €120
The Thursday Pre-Party is not included in any pass.
Price: €15
All tickets are non-refundable!
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- January: €35
- February: €40
- Ticket Box: €45
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- February: €45
- Ticket Box: €50
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- January: €25
- February: €30
- Ticket Box: €35
Important Information
Your own food and drinks
While bringing your food and drinks is permitted during workshops, please note that these items will not be allowed during party hours.
Party Pay App
For the Amsterdam International Salsa Festival 2025, we’re teaming up with the Party Pay App! Use it to order your drinks or reserve a locker with just a few taps. It's all about keeping things smooth and fast—no more long waits in line!
Lockers for Bags and Jackets
This year at the Amsterdam International Salsa Festival, we’re switching things up—no more coat checks! Instead, we’ll be using lockers to keep your belongings safe and secure. It's simple, convenient, and all managed through the Party Pay App.
Security
Your safety is our priority; therefore, we have security during the event.
Pictures and Film
Capture the memories! Gwepa will be documenting the entire event through photos and videos.