What's Happening
One city, one passion — a full weekend packed into downtown Greenville, for dancers of every level.
Workshops
Learn from top instructors across Latin dance styles.
Social Dancing
Nights of non-stop dancing with great DJs and live energy.
Performances
Shows and performances throughout the weekend.
Competitions
Salsa & Bachata Jack & Jill competitions, open to all.
Pool Parties
Daytime fun, sun, music, and dancing by the pool.
Sponsors 2026
The businesses making #GVLgozadera possible.
Become a Sponsor
Artist Lineup
More artists announced soon — stay tuned!
Instructors
DJs
Performers
MC
Photographer & Videographer
Organizers
Hotel
Stay right in the middle of the action at our official festival hotel.
SpringHill Suites by Marriott — Greenville Downtown
200 E Washington St, Greenville, SC 29601Featured Highlights
The moments that make #GVLgozadera unforgettable.
Salsa at Sunset
Presented by Upstate International
"The Hottest Night in South Carolina." A beloved Greenville summer tradition — live salsa music, dancing under the open sky, and the whole community out on Main Street. Expert or first-timer, all ages, all welcome.
Free · Family-Friendly
Pool Parties
Daytime sun, music, and dancing poolside — two afternoons of the festival's most relaxed fun. Sunday kicks off with a poolside workshop.
Jack & Jill Competitions
Salsa & Bachata Jack & Jill competitions, open to all levels. Get matched, draw your music, and show what you've got on the floor.
Schedule
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 6:00 PM | Check-In at HotelSpringHill Suites Lobby |
| 8:30 PM | Kick-Off ClassDave & Buster's |
| 9:30 PM – 1:00 AM | Dance SocialDave & Buster's |
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 6:00 – 10:00 AM | Complimentary Hotel BreakfastBeehive |
| 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM | WorkshopsBirch A/B & CClass-by-class lineup coming soon |
| 4:30 – 5:30 PM | Tech RehearsalBirch A/BPerformers only |
| 5:30 – 7:00 PM | Meet & Greet DinnerThe Hive21+ |
| 6:15 – 10:00 PM | Salsa at SunsetCamperdown PlazaLive music |
| 10:15 PM – 2:00 AM | Dance SocialBirch A/B & CShows at 10:45 PM |
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 7:00 – 10:00 AM | Complimentary Hotel BreakfastBeehive |
| 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM | WorkshopsBirch A/B & CClass-by-class lineup coming soon |
| 3:30 – 7:00 PM | Pool PartyCourtyard |
| 4:30 – 5:30 PM | Tech RehearsalBirch A/BPerformers only |
| 8:00 PM | ShowsBirch A/B |
| 9:30 PM – 2:00 AM | Dance SocialBirch A/B & C |
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 7:00 – 10:00 AM | Complimentary Hotel BreakfastBeehive |
| 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM | WorkshopsBirch A/B & CClass-by-class lineup coming soon |
| 1:00 – 3:45 PM | Salsa & Bachata Jack & Jill CompetitionsBirch A–C |
| 4:00 – 7:30 PM | Pool PartyCourtyardPoolside workshop at the beginning |
| 8:30 PM – 1:00 AM | Dance SocialBirch A/B & C |
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