LATINA ISTRIANA Festival 2026 - NEW ERA (22º Edition)

LATINA ISTRIANA FESTIVAL 2026 – NEW ERA The most anticipated summer festival celebrates its 22nd edition — bigger and bolder than ever

📍 Pula, Croatia | August 6–11, 2026

22 years turning summer into music, movement and connection. What started with 100 dancers now brings together over 1,500 people from across Europe on the shores of the Adriatic. Six days of pure Latin energy, history, soul and Mediterranean warmth.

 
🏛️ The venue: historic, vibrant and right in the heart of Pula Dom Hrvatskih Branitelja – an Austro-Hungarian era building transformed into the ultimate dance destination. Four floors with wooden dance floors, an atmosphere you won't find anywhere else, and a bar with a special offer for festival attendees.

🎧 3 simultaneous floors all night long: Salsa · Bachata · Kizomba & Semba

 
🔥 What to expect this edition

10 international DJs · 10 instructors · 10 workshops of 3h each
5 evening parties across 3 simultaneous rooms
2 Open Air Parties in the venue's lush Mediterranean garden
2 Seaside Socials dancing with the sea in the background
Closing After Party at the iconic Pietas Julia Club
Extra air conditioning to keep you comfortable in the August heat
Lounge area: chill out, cocktails and smiles between dances
 
🗓️ The program, day by day

🟠 Thursday, Aug 6 – Summer starts here: Open Air Pre-Party in the vintage courtyard. First hugs, first laughs, first dance.

🔴 Friday, Aug 7 – The first big night: 3 floors, 6 hours of music until 5am. This is what you came for.

🟡 Saturday, Aug 8 – Afternoon by the sea at the Seaside Social (4–8pm) + epic night with all 3 floors going full power.

🟢 Sunday, Aug 9 – Another Seaside Social at sunset (4–8pm) + the last big night before the final stretch. Leave everything on the floor.

🔵 Monday, Aug 10 – Because the festival never wants to end: Open Air Goodbye Party at the legendary Pietas Julia Club.

Workshops: Saturday and Sunday from 12pm to 6pm

 
🎧 World-class DJs ready to move you

🔸 Salsa: DJ Morena · Marc El Magico · DJ Shems 🔸 Bachata: DJ Julian Mr M · Tony Pecino · DJ Lena · DJ Fabris 🔸 Kizomba: DJ Hugo Boss · DJ Carlos King

 
🕺 Learn from the best: 3-hour masterclasses

Three intense hours with internationally renowned artists. Technique, style and energy that stay with you long after the festival ends.

🔸 Vittorio & Simona – Italy 🔸 Alex – Spain 🔸 Sakis & Mia – Netherlands 🔸 Pedro & Noe – Spain 🔸 Lucie & Teca – Prague

 
🏖️ The Seaside Socials: dancing with your feet almost in the water

📅 Saturday 8 & Sunday 9 August · 4pm–8pm 📍 Jardin Garden, Pula – steps away from the Adriatic Sea

Picture this: afternoon sun, sea breeze, an open-air dance floor surrounded by greenery, your favourite track playing and the sea just a few steps away. That's exactly what the Seaside Socials feel like.

🌴 Open-air floor in a beautiful garden by the coast 🎶 Live DJs all afternoon 🍹 Cocktails, snacks and a shaded chill-out zone 💦 A dip in the Adriatic between songs — yes, that too

Exclusive access with Summer Pass or specific Seaside Social ticket · Limited spots

 
🛏️ Official accommodation: sleep well, dance better

🏨 Hotel Veli Jože ★★ – Central location in a 19th-century heritage building, breakfast included. A 10-minute walk from the venue.

🌊 Splendid Resort ★★★ – Right by the beach, with an outdoor pool, restaurant and supermarket. Perfect if you want to combine the festival with a real summer holiday.

🌲 Horizont Resort ★★ – Nestled among pine trees and coves, with a pool and sea views. Ideal for groups and nature lovers.

 
🎟️ Choose your pass

🥇 5-Day Summer Experience Pass The full package. 5 evening parties + 2 Seaside Socials + 10 workshops + Jack & Jill Competition entry. For those who want to live it all without missing a single moment.

🥈 3-Day Summer Experience Pass Three days of total immersion. 3 evening parties + 2 Seaside Socials + 10 workshops + J&J Competition. The perfect option if you can't stay the full week but don't want to skip the masterclasses.

🎉 5-Day Summer Dance Pass All the music, all night long. 5 evening parties + 2 Seaside Socials. No workshops — just pure dancing and five nights of pure enjoyment.

🌅 3-Day Summer Dance Pass Three nights of parties + both Seaside Socials at sunset. The ideal plan if you're arriving for the weekend and want to make the most of every hour.

Individual party passes and workshops available online from July 27 or at the door · No refunds; name changes accepted until August 3 — email info@salsalatinaistriana.com

 
🎉 Six days, 1,500 dancers, one Adriatic Sea

This isn't just a festival. It's that feeling you only get when the music is right, the place is beautiful and the people around you share your exact same passion. 22 editions prove it: in Pula, summer hits different.

👉 Get your pass now and see you on the floor