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

22 editions, 1500 dancers, 3 floors, beach parties, worshops and Jack 6 Jill Social World Cup. If so many keep coming back, there must be a reason. This summer, the rhythm calls… and Croatia awaits.
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06 - 11 AUG 2026

From Thursday, August 6 at 21:00 to Tuesday, August 11 at 2:00

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Istarska županija, Croacia

Leharova 1 , 52100 - Pula

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5 DAY SUMMER EXPERIENCE PASS ( 5 EVENING PARTIES, 2 BEACH PARTIES, 10 WORSHOPS , J&J) (copy)
270 € 220 €
3 DAY SUMMER EXPERIENCE PASS ( 3 EVENING PARTIES, 2 BEACH PARTIES, 10 WORSHOPS , J&J)
240 € 200 €
5 DAY SUMMER DANCE PASS ( 5 EVENING PARTIES, 2 BEACH PARTIES, J&J)
160 € 120 €
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Musicality d.o.o.

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Description

Social dance Animations Contests Live music Competition Workshops Masterclass Several rooms Lots of space With pool Festival Pool Party

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

Welcome to FIVE DAYS of pure summer magic.   Where the Adriatic breeze meets world-class dancing, where sunshine, sea and sunsets become your dance floor, and where every step turns into a memory you’ll never forget.
Workshops with top international artists, Bachata social world cup, epic day & night parties, seaside socials, open-air parties, and a community that dances with heart, passion and soul.
𝒯𝒽𝒾𝓈 𝒾𝓈 𝓃ℴ𝓉 𝒿𝓊𝓈𝓉 𝒶 𝒻ℯ𝓈𝓉𝒾𝓋𝒶𝓁. 𝒯𝒽𝒾𝓈 𝒾𝓈 𝓎ℴ𝓊𝓇 𝓈𝓊𝓂𝓂ℯ𝓇 𝓈𝓉ℴ𝓇𝓎.


✨𝗪𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗠𝗢𝗦𝗧 𝗜𝗡𝗦𝗔𝗡𝗘 𝗝𝗔𝗖𝗞 & 𝗝𝗜𝗟𝗟 𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗭𝗘 𝗣𝗢𝗢𝗟   
https://bachatasocialworldcup.com/qualif.../new-era-j-j-2026

💚 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐬𝐮𝐩 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲: https://chat.whatsapp.com/GOY6B6jGH2PB1XPOs3CjlV
OFFICIAL WEBSITE: https://www.salsalatinaistriana.com/new-era

📍 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 the world on the shores of the Adriatic. 5 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 · 13 theme based workshops
5 evening parties 
2 Open Air Parties - 3 multifloor parties
2 Seaside Socials dancing with the sea in the background
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: Jack & Jill competition & 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 (5–9pm) + epic night with all 3 floors going full power.

🟢 Sunday, Aug 9 – Another Seaside Social at sunset (5–9pm) + 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

Workshops: Friday, Saturday and Sunday - see scedule on www.salsalatinaistriana.com/new-era

 
🎧 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

 
🕺 Because who you learn from matters: 

Theme based workshops with internationally renowned artists. Technique, style and energy that stay with you long after the festival ends.

🔸 Vittorio & Simona – Italy 🔸 Alexis & Iselin – 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 · 5pm–9pm 📍 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 included in all passes.

 
🛏️ 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 + 13 workshops + Jack & Jill Competition show. 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 + 13 workshops + J&J Competition show. 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 + J&J Competition show. No workshops — just pure dancing and five nights of pure enjoyment.

🌅 3-Day Summer Dance Pass Three nights of parties + 2 Seaside Socials + J&J Competition show. 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 · 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

Reviews

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18 verified reviews from the last edition
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27 Aug 2025
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Amazing experience!
Musicality d.o.o.
Musicality d.o.o.
29 Aug 2025
Thank you very much for the review, we are very happy that you enjoyed the festival.
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27 Aug 2025
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Great experience, nice people
Musicality d.o.o.
Musicality d.o.o.
29 Aug 2025
Thank you for your comment, we are glad that you enjoyed it and we hope to see you next year.
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26 Aug 2025
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This was one of the best festivals I have ever been! :) Great organization, cool parties, nice dancing floors, great beach parties, and very nice people. I just wish there were a few more air conditioners, as it got really hot.
Looking forward to seeing you next year. :)
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26 Aug 2025
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The event was incredible, I really enjoyed it! I loved that there were amazing dancers, a great atmosphere, and beautiful dance halls... I especially liked that there were separate rooms for bachata sensual and traditional bachata, with the top DJ Clau... plus the excellent performance by Esme, the tropical vibe social by the sea... In short, amazing – we’ll definitely be back! 🎉💃
Musicality d.o.o.
Musicality d.o.o.
29 Aug 2025
Dear dancer, thank you so much for your kind words — we are truly happy that you enjoyed the festival, the parties, and the atmosphere! We rented industrial air conditioning units that effectively lowered the temperature in the venue, making it possible to dance comfortably, even though the venue was not ice cold. Unfortunately, the festival takes place in the summer months in very large vintage halls, which means we cannot make it extra cold with so many dancers. We never promised freezing temperatures, but what we can do is make the temperatures normal.
We have already spoken about this, and we will ensure a complete inspection of all AC units before the next event so that they will work at full capacity. Thank you for your comment — it will help us make things even better next year.
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5 DAY SUMMER EXPERIENCE PASS ( 5 EVENING PARTIES, 2 BEACH PARTIES, 10 WORSHOPS , J&J) (copy)
270 € 220 €
3 DAY SUMMER EXPERIENCE PASS ( 3 EVENING PARTIES, 2 BEACH PARTIES, 10 WORSHOPS , J&J)
240 € 200 €
5 DAY SUMMER DANCE PASS ( 5 EVENING PARTIES, 2 BEACH PARTIES, J&J)
160 € 120 €
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