Sunday Salsa Matinee, one of the best live music and dance events in the Twin Cities. 10-piece salsa orchestra Charanga Tropical kicks off the matinee mambo with live music from 5-7pm 10. From 7-8pm DJONE of Salsa Police Entertainment spins Latin Favs. ¡Qué Rico! Venue Icehouse offers a wide open dance floor with booth and balcony seating. Enjoy an exceptional menu of top quality food and drink. $15 Cover at door.

Enjoy a rare Thursday Salsa Night at Icehouse with salsa orchestra Charanga Tropical. The stellar band will play a repertoire of sizzling salsa with classic boleros and romantic danzones. Live music 8 to 10:30pm, then its DJONE of Salsa Police Entertainment spinning bachata, merengue, and more. Venue Icehouse offers a wide open dance floor with booth and balcony seating. Enjoy an exceptional menu of top quality food and drink. $20 Cover at door. Advance purchase may include ticket fees.

The Minneapolis Monarch Festival will occur on Saturday, September 12th, 2026, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Charanga Tropical will close the festival with a performance from 2:30-4pm. The Festival celebrates the monarch butterfly’s amazing 2,300-mile migration from Minnesota to Mexico with music, food, dance, hands-on art, native plant sales, and plenty of opportunities to get up close with monarch butterflies, learn about their habitats, and what you can do to make a difference. The Festival will be held just east of the Lake Nokomis Community Center in the area bounded by E. Minnehaha Parkway, Woodlawn Boulevard, and E. Nokomis Parkway. Map & Directions here: https://monarchfestival.org/directions/

It's salsa on a stick with Charanga Tropical at the 2026 Minnesota State Fair! Come find the band at the great Minnesota get together. Included with fair admission, this show is sponsored by the Twin Cities Musicians Union (¡Gracias TCMU!). Catch two sets of music at the very accessible AFL CIO Labor Pavilion, located two blocks from Snelling Avenue Entrance at Corner of Dan Patch Avenue and Cooper Street (across the street from DFL booth). It's a street party with one of the best salsa orchestra's in the Twin Cities. ¡Vayamos todos!

Doors open at 6:15 PM for Dinner and Drink service. Salsa with Strings! Take a musical journey with Charanga Tropical and its repertoire of romantic boleros, modern salsa, and Cuban classics. The ten band members perform as a ‘charanga,’ one of the few in the United States, with an instrumentation that dates back to the roots of Cuban music. The sound combines violins, flute, vocals, and full Latin rhythm section. The beautiful blend of smooth strings and Caribbean beats inspires visions of Old Havana at sunset. Damian Rodriquez : Vocals Frank Rivery : Vocals Doug Little : Flute Aja Majkrzak : Violin Ana Frómeta : Violin Kristi Petraborg : Viola Mariano Flores : Timbales Andrew Gillespie : Congas Joe Strachan : Piano Graydon Peterson : Bass Founded in 2006 by flutist and bandleader Doug Little, Charanga Tropical brings together Cuban and American musicians whose collective accomplishments include international tours, multiple CDs, major grant awards, Latin Grammy nominations, and more. Charanga Tropical has appeared at major festivals and venues throughout the Midwest. In 2019 the band backed up Grammy-winning Cuban singer Mayito Rivera. In 2015 Charanga Tropical became the only American group ever to perform at Havana’s International Danzón Festival. While on tour they played on national Cuban radio and at venues in and around Havana. Charanga also recorded in the same historic Havana studio that produced Buena Vista Social Club. The resulting CD ‘In Cuba’ captures the magic of that legendary studio space and landmark tour. “On a hot summer day no one else can make downtown Minneapolis feel so much like South Beach, Miami.” –Star Tribune

Charanga Tropical brings its salsa and strings sound to the Minnesota State Fair at the International Bazaar Stage. Enjoy three sets of music between 3:15pm and 6:30pm. Shows are FREE with entrance to the fair and nearby foods and artisan crafts are among the best at American's greatest State Fair.

Charanga Tropical brings its salsa and strings sound to the Minnesota State Fair at the International Bazaar Stage. Enjoy three sets of music between 3:15pm and 6:30pm. Shows are FREE with entrance to the fair and nearby foods and artisan crafts are among the best at American's greatest State Fair.

Extend the weekend with one of the Twin Cities best music and dance events! Summer sizzles with 10-piece salsa orchestra Charanga Tropical, DJONE of Salsa Police, and special guests.

Enjoy the wide open dance floor, booth and balcony seating, and Icehouse’s exceptional menu of food and DJONE of Salsa Police Entertainment will spin Latin favs for an extra hour of fun. 5-7pm live music with Charanga Tropical 7-8pm DJONE

$15 Cover at door. Advance purchase includes ticket fees.

Charanga Tropical brings the Latin flavor to a true Caribbean party featuring the music, dance, cuisine and culture of the islands. Held along the banks of the Mississippi river this is one of the iconic summer events of the Twin Cities. Come out to salsa dance, get some Jamaican food, and chill out with pan drums, reggae, and more.

This week we host musical guest Charanga Tropical, a 11-piece salsa ensemble that performs classic and modern salsa music from Cuba. Featured food truck to be announced! Our featured food truck will be here from 5-8pm and Charanga Tropical will be performing from 6-8pm! Admission is completely free — just bring a blanket or lawn chair and come ready to enjoy the night. Cold drinks and snacks will be also be available for purchase on-site, and complimentary parking can be found in the back lot of Twin Cities Orthopedics Clinic. See you out there!

A Salsa Celebration with Live Bands, Dance Showcases, Latino Food and Art Vendors all in the Iconic Space of Mill City Museum! For 2026 Minnesota Salsa Fiesta has expanded to TWO nights! Friday, July 10 at Granada Theater and Saturday, July 11 at Mill City Museum. Saturday features a 20-piece salsa orchestra with guest artists from Chicago, Miami, Puerto Rico, and Cuba. Experience the one night of the year that the iconic Mill City Museum is transformed into an incredible concert venue. OUTDOORS in the Ruins Courtyard enjoy live music from 6:00 pm to 10 p.m. TWO stages will be assembled above the historic turbine pits. Stage one will showcase the 20-piece salsa orchestra with horn section, string section, coro singers, and overflowing percussion. Additional performers will include Havana Quartet and Afro-Boricua Bomba with Tearra Oso. Stage two will feature professional dancers and salsa team ensembles. A free salsa lesson will be offered as part of the evening’s festivities. INDOORS in the museum lobby Latino visual artists will energize the space with vibrant colors and imagery. Food offerings will include paella, arepas, and Cuban cuisine. Multiple bars will be onsite to mojitos and other classic Caribbean cocktails as well as non-alcoholic beverages. Artisan vendors will showcase a range of crafts, clothes, and jewelry. At 10 p.m. live music ends outdoors. However the fiesta continues indoors with 10-11 p.m. SALSA DJ AFTER PARTY. Keep moving to Latin beats like bachata, merengue, reggaeton, and timba. Admission for the After Party is included with admission to Minnesota Salsa Fiesta. TICKET PRICING Early Bird (first 100 sold) $35 each General Admission (next 200 sold) $45 each Remaining Tickets (final 190 sold) $55 each Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1704153767392628

Salsa Party with Live Bands, Dance Showcases, Artisan Vendors, Free Dance Lesson, Visual Artists and more at the stunning Granada Theater! For 2026 Minnesota Salsa Fiesta has expanded to TWO nights! Friday, July 10 at Granada Theater and Saturday, July 11 at Mill City Museum Friday night will feature a 20-piece salsa orchestra with guest artists from Chicago, Miami, Puerto Rico, and Cuba. Experience the premier event of the year for live salsa music and dance. Music begins in the bar lobby with the world-class Havana Quartet. Latino artisan vendors will be nearby to showcase artisan crafts and jewelry. In main room enjoy DJ and free dance lesson followed by a huge salsa orchestra. This all-star band brings the full salsa sound with horn section, string section, coro singers, and overflowing percussion. Throughout the evening salsa dance teams and professional dancers will be showcased. Visual artists will energize the Granada space with vibrant colors and video. Granada cocktails wizards will offer specialty drinks including classic mojitos and more. At 12:20 a.m. live music ends. However the festivities continue with a SALSA DJ AFTER PARTY until 2 a.m. Keep moving with a mix of reggaeton, bachata, merengue, and more. Admission for the After Party is included with general or VIP admission. After Party tickets may only be purchased at the door. TICKET PRICING Early Bird / Adv Tickets $35 each Day of Event / Door $45 each Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1523515889562420

Take it outdoor with a debut patio edition of Sunday Salsa Matinee. Extend the weekend with one of the Twin Cities best music and dance events! Summer sizzles with 10-piece salsa orchestra Charanga Tropical, DJONE of Salsa Police, and special guests.

Enjoy the wide open dance floor, booth and balcony seating, and Icehouse’s exceptional menu of food and DJONE of Salsa Police Entertainment will spin Latin favs for an extra hour of fun. 5-7pm live music with Charanga Tropical 7-8pm DJONE

$15 Cover at door. Advance purchase includes ticket fees.

Welcome Summer (almost!) with Sunday Salsa Matinee, one of the best live music and dance events in the Twin Cities.

Salsa orchestra Charanga Tropical kicks off the matinee mambo with live music from 5-7pm 10. From 7-8pm DJONE of Salsa Police spins Latin Favs.

Venue Icehouse offers a wide open dance floor with booth and balcony seating. Enjoy an exceptional menu of top quality food and drink. $15 Cover at door.

Extend your weekend with Sunday Salsa Matinee with a pre-Cinco de Mayo party. Sunday Salsa at Icehouse is one of the best live music and dance events in the Twin Cities. This Sunday from 5-7pm 10-piece salsa orchestra Charanga Tropical mixes its spicy salsa with smooth strings. This is Cuba flavored salsa straight from Havana. Then from 7-8pm DJONE of Salsa Police Entertainment spins bouncy bachata, tremendous timba, and more. Venue Icehouse offers a wide open dance floor with booth and balcony seating. Enjoy an exceptional menu of top quality food and drink. $15 Cover at door. Advance purchase may include ticket fees.

Enjoy a rare Thursday Salsa Night at Icehouse with salsa orchestra Charanga Tropical. The stellar band will play a repertoire of sizzling salsa with classic boleros and romantic danzones. Live music 8 to 10:30pm, then its DJONE of Salsa Police Entertainment spinning bachata, merengue, and more. Venue Icehouse offers a wide-open dance floor with booth and balcony seating. Enjoy an exceptional menu of top quality food and drink. Venue Icehouse offers a wide open dance floor with booth and balcony seating. Enjoy an exceptional menu of top quality food and drink. $15 Cover at door. Advance purchase may include ticket fees.

Get a taste of Havana Cuba! This Sunday from 5 - 7pm 10-piece salsa orchestra Charanga Tropical blends salsa with smooth strings, flutes, drums and vocals. 7 - 8pm dance to DJONE's mix of bachata, timba, merengue and more. Wide dance floor - food - drinks - booth & balcony seating $15 Cover at door. Advance purchase includes ticket fees.

Extend the weekend with Sunday Salsa Matinee, one of the best monthly music and dance events in the Twin Cities!

From 5-7pm enjoy live Latin music with Charanga Tropical. The 10-piece salsa orchestra mixes spicy salsa with smooth strings. Then from 7-8pm dance to DJONE of Salsa Police Entertainment as he spins bouncy bachata, tremendous timba, and more.

Venue Icehouse offers a wide-open dance floor, booth and balcony seating, and a exceptional menu of food and beverages. Cover: $15 advance (+taxes/fees) $15 at the door (+taxes)

More Info at: Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/charangatropical/events Instagram: @charangatropical Venue website: https://www.icehousempls.com/

Extend the weekend with Sunday Salsa Matinee, one of the best monthly music and dance events in the Twin Cities!

From 5-7pm enjoy live Latin music with Charanga Tropical. The 10-piece salsa orchestra mixes spicy salsa with smooth strings. Then from 7-8pm dance to DJONE of Salsa Police Entertainment as he spins bouncy bachata, tremendous timba, and more.

Venue Icehouse offers a wide-open dance floor, booth and balcony seating, and a exceptional menu of food and beverages. Cover: $15 advance (+taxes/fees) $15 at the door (+taxes)

More Info at: Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/charangatropical/events Instagram: @charangatropical Venue website: https://www.icehousempls.com/

Extend the weekend with Sunday Salsa Matinee, one of the best monthly music and dance events in the Twin Cities!

From 5-7pm enjoy live Latin music with Charanga Tropical. The 10-piece salsa orchestra mixes spicy salsa with smooth strings. Then from 7-8pm dance to DJONE of Salsa Police Entertainment as he spins bouncy bachata, tremendous timba, and more.

Venue Icehouse offers a wide-open dance floor, booth and balcony seating, and a exceptional menu of food and beverages. Cover: $15 advance (+taxes/fees) $15 at the door (+taxes)

More Info at: Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/charangatropical/events Instagram: @charangatropical Venue website: https://www.icehousempls.com/