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IRTF’s annual Latin Dance on Saturday, June 13th!

Saturday, June 13, 2026
8pm - 11pm
Pilgrim Congregational Church 2592 W. 14th St., Cleveland, Ohio

Rhythms of Latin America. Join us for an evening of music, dance, appetizers and refreshments at IRTF’s annual Latin Dance on Saturday, June 13th! This event is a celebration of culture and solidarity, featuring talented performers, delicious food, joyful movement, and connection with others (no partner needed). Doors open at 8pm for dance performances and lessons, and 9:30 for open dancing with DJ Manny.

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What to Expect:

  • Special music and vocal performances
  • Presentaciónes de baile (dance performances) by Cleveland Rueda, Alma Vision, and Burning River Dance Company
  • Lecciones de baile (dance lessons) with instructors Martin and Nadia of Cleveland Rueda
  • Open dance floor beginning at 9:30 with DJ Manny. Rhythms merengue, cumbia, tango, bachata, reggaeton, salsa

Food and Drinks:

Enjoy a delicious spread of pasa bocas (heavy hors d’oeuvres) including:

  • Latin American cuisine from local restaurants
  • Refrescos típicos de centroamérica (soft drinks)

Ticket options:

Early bird pricing available through 11:59 June 10th

  • $25 full package – hors d'oeuvres, dance performance, dance lesson, and open dancing beginning at 8 pm
  • $15 – open dancing with DJ only beginning at 9:30 pm
  • $200 group table – reserved seating for 8 persons, raffle tickets, pitcher of jamaica (hibiscus punch), chips and dips (queso, guacamole, salsa)

Regular pricing available June 11th-13th (including tickets purchased at the door)

  • $30 full package – hors d'oeuvres, dance performance, dance lesson, and open dancing beginning at 8 pm
  • $20 – open dancing with DJ only beginning at 9:30 pm

Sponsorship opportunities:

  • $500 – 6 event tickets, logo included in social media promotion, program book, poster posted and slide projection during the event
  • $250 – 4 event tickets, logo included in program book, poster posted and slide projection during the event
  • $100 – 2 event tickets, logo included in program book, slide projection during event

We hope you can join us for a vibrant evening of joy and dance. All proceeds go towards supporting IRTF’s ongoing human rights work in Central America and Colombia.

to register click here