Afro Cuban Dance Festival 2026

Start: 2026-04-03T10:00:00.000+02:00
End: 2026-04-14T00:00:00.000+02:00

50+ hours. 10th Year. ALL live music! Dive deep into Afro-Cuban mastery at the Conjunto Folklórico Nacional de Cuba. Train with Havana's elite street & professional dancers.

03 - 14 APR 2026

From Friday, April 3 at 10:00 to Tuesday, April 14 at 0:00

La Habana, Cuba

Conjunto Folklórico Nacional de Cuba Calle 4 #103 e/ 5ta y Calzada, Vedado , Plaza de la Revolución, , C.P 10400 - Ciudad de La Habana.

Afro Cuban Dance Festival 2026

1.110 €

5 days 2026 Afro Cuban Dance Festival

560 €

1 day 2026 AfroCuban Dance Festival

112 €

Organizer

Luanda Pau

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Description

Possibility of cancellation until a certain date Multiple languages Everything in the same place Private lessons Festival Food and drinks available Access to recordings Masterclass Workshops

The Preservation Project: A Festival of Legacy
More than just a festival, this event is the living culmination of a lifetime dedicated to preserving and sharing the profound heritage of Afro-Cuban music and dance.

This rich folkloric tradition is the essential foundation beneath virtually all modern Cuban music and dance. In today's fast-paced world, with the pervasive influence of social media, Hip Hop, and Reggaeton, this deep-rooted knowledge is sadly diminishing among younger generations in Cuba. Our festival stands as a dedicated minority's vital answer to this cultural challenge, ensuring the lineage endures.

Training at the Source
This cultural transplant is meticulously crafted by the legendary Maestro Domingo Pau and Luanda, in collaboration with their trusted network of family, friends, students, and the Conjunto Folklórico Nacional de Cuba. We realized the time was right to build an immersive, dedicated space where a dancer's passion—often sparked at other events—can find the deep growth and mastery it needs.

Driven by authentic knowledge, this annual journey is designed to provide an essential foundation for excellence, empowering teachers, group leaders, and dedicated individuals alike. Join this crucial mission: your presence and commitment are the forces that help this vital cultural seed grow into a magnificent, enduring representation of Cuban dance and music.

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Artists

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In 1 event

Luanda Pau

followers

Richard Posada

Domingo pau

Andres Sosa

Florentino Acosta

Isreal Oliva

Julio Guerra

Guillermo Lopez

Jezus Zayas

Iray Rodriguez

Cristian Tereda

Kennia Garro

Ronnier Rolando Herrera Ariosa

Disley Despaigne Capote

Yulien Fernandez Triana

Ariel Rios

Yohana Erenia Duzatz Rodriguez

Lazara Napoles

Dionisio Paul

Schedule

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FAQs

Where does the Festival take place?

Our festival offers the opportunity to learn and improve within the emblematic and prestigious dance company, “Conjunto Folklorico Nacional de Cuba”.

Location: Calle 4 #103 e/t 5th and Calzada, Vedado.

The cradle of almost all the high-ranking teachers that today teach in Europe, America and the world.

Are tickets refundable?

Preferably, you will be able to transfer the ticket to another person. But if you need to cancel your reservation due to an emergency or for health reasons, in which case you will need to provide medical justification, the refund rate will depend on the date of cancellation:

Up to 90 days before the starting date of the event: full refund (less administrative fee, applied to international payments).
Full refund (less administrative fee, applied to international payments).
From 1 to 30 days prior to the date of the event. Non-refundable.
At all times, the following are considered exceptional circumstances

Do I need a visa to travel to Cuba and how does it work?

Visitors to Cuba must obtain a tourist card before traveling there. The tourist visa guarantees a maximum stay of 30 days (90 days for Canadian citizens) and can be extended once for the same period. Cuba requires all arriving travelers to have a tourist visa to enter the country.

UK residents, visit: https://www.cubavisa.uk/

U.S. Citizens: You will need a ROSA VISA to enter the territory of Cuba Only valid for passengers with a direct flight from the U.S. to Cuba. If you are traveling from the EU to Cuba, the European tourist visa will not work for you since you have already entered the U.S. or also for travelers with U.S. nationality.

More information: https://cubavisa.net/es/products/pink-cuba-visa-fill-in-service

Are there any other documents I need to present upon arrival in Cuba?

Yes. 24 hours before the date of your flight, you must complete the “Traveler’s Form”, a digital form required by several institutions that allows entry to the national territory of Cuba. We advise you to fill it out and download it in JPG format, since you will not have access to the Internet when you arrive in Cuba, and this will save time at the border control. https://dviajeros.mitrans.gob.cu/inicio

Can a U.S. citizen travel to Cuba?

If a U.S. citizen may travel to Cuba, he or she must do so under one of the 12 OFAC authorized categories,
TIPS: Which OFAC category best applies to U.S. participants? For U.S. participants, you must complete an online form; you can do this at the airport. Once you complete the form, it will ask you the reason for your trip to Cuba and verify to support the Cuban people and economy. The form takes about 10 minutes.

For more information, please visit the following page: https://www.barclaylanguages.com/2018/08/08/visas-and-cuba/

How do I connect to the Internet in Cuba?

It is not easy to use the Internet in Cuba, but it is not impossible either. And I could even say that a little disconnection is not bad at all. It allows you to enjoy in a different way, relax, chat and meet other people without being aware of every notification that comes to your cell phone.

In order to connect to the Internet in Cuba you need to buy a card from the company ETECSA. This is a Cuban state-owned telephone company. You can reserve your Sim card online before your arrival in Havana and pick it up at the airport. https://suenacuba.com/tourist_sim_card_cuba_buy

How do I find my way around Cuba if I don't have internet?

100% offline: your detailed map to get you everywhere. Save a lot of money on roaming costs. Reach everywhere easily in navigation mode.

Find the best place around you. https://apps.apple.com/be/app/cuba-offline-map-and-travel-trip-guide/id1176643187

Where will my stay in Cuba be?

Although accommodation is not included, here we help you with stays close to the event venue through Airbnb’s “Casas Particulares”.
City location : Vedado Event venue: Conjunto Folklorico Nacional de Cuba.

Address: Calle 4 #103 % 5ta y Calzada, Vedado, Ciudad Habana.

Reserve your lodging nearby. “Casas particulares, highly recommended.” link: https://acortar.link/8yuvq8

In our last edition, we were all so close to each other that we felt like neighbors for life

How do I get to Cuba?

Cuba has direct flights from several European capitals, including France (Air France), Amsterdam (KLM), Moscow (Aeroflot), Rome (Blue Panorama), Spain (Air Europa) and (Iberia).

Travelers from Asia or the Pacific may prefer to travel through the U.S. and through a connecting country such as Panama (COPA) or direct flights from Miami to Havana with charter companies such as Cuba Travel Services, ABC, Marazul and Gulfstream, among others, or through Mexico (Aeromexico and Interjet).

What is the currency in Cuba?

Currently, the only official currency in Cuba at the moment is the CUP, or Cuban pesos, as of August 4, 2022: the Central Bank of Cuba has established an exchange rate of 120 CUP for 1 USD, which means that if you exchange at the airport or government exchange rate, it will give you 120 CUP for 1 EURO. However, on the black market you can find the best prices for 1 EURO.

Our recommendation: wait to get to know the festival and the team, and we will help you get a better option. https://eltoque.com/tasas-de-cambio-de-moneda-en-cuba-hoy

Can I use my credit card?

Yes, for shopping in some malls, but it is recommended to carry cash (euros or dollars).

Where can I receive medical care in Cuba?

In Cuba it is mandatory for all foreigners visiting the country to obtain travel health insurance. But it is good to know that Cuba has a health system for foreigners called Servimed.

There are more than 40 specialized health centers in Cuba offering primary care, as well as various specialties and high-tech services.
Telephone number: 7 24 01 41

If on your trip to Cuba you need to go to the hospital for treatment, you should call Asistur (7-866-4499 or 7-866-8427 Emergencias) for assistance with medical insurance and health care. Asistur has several regional offices in Cuba’s main cities.

What should I expect when I arrive in Cuba?

Be warm!
Upon arrival in Cuba, you will go through immigration with your visa and passport. Be prepared to answer questions and a photograph will be taken during the registration process.

Typical questions asked by officials:
How many days do you plan to stay?
Where do you plan to stay?
Are you traveling alone?
Is this your first time visiting the country?

Is the water safe to drink in Cuba?

We advise you to take these tablets, each one purifies 1 liter of tap water. Highly recommended! https://shorturl.at/bqPiS

It is also not necessary to use bottled water to brush your teeth, as tap water has also been purified. Salads and fruits are also acceptable to eat in the restaurants, all of which are included or recommended.

What clothes should I pack for my trip?

It will not be cold in Cuba no matter what time of year you travel, so bring light clothing.

Do I need an adapter?

Yes, it is necessary to have an adapter that fits American plugs. The electrical plugs use two or three prongs and have a current of 110 volts.

Do you have any questions?

Contact the organizer for any questions about the event!

Afro Cuban Dance Festival 2026

1.110 €

5 days 2026 Afro Cuban Dance Festival

560 €

1 day 2026 AfroCuban Dance Festival

112 €