The Tri-State Dance Festival is the annual summer event where dancers of all levels come to experience the best of the New York Salsa, Bachata, and Hustle Dance scenes.

Located just outside Manhattan, each year Tri-State boasts and incredible line up of performers, instructors, and social dancers from the New York area and beyond. It’s also home to the prestigious Tri- State Dance Championship, a two-day competitive event with almost 200 categories, and an entire segment for young dancers and emerging talent.

Building upon the legacy Lou Lopez left during his 15 years of running the CT Salsa Festival, Tri-State prides itself on creating an environment that feels truly welcoming and inclusive. Whether this is your very first dance congress experience, or your 100th, here you will feel part of our community because you are.

With inspiring performances and master workshops, themed nightly dance parties, and an iconic Saturday Night After Party, Tri-State Dance Fest truly has something for everyone. Come discover the magic of dance during an unforgettable weekend experience.