NYISC 2026 · 25th Anniversary
How Do You Want
to Celebrate 25 Years?
Twenty-five years in, we know how this weekend gets lived. So this year, we built a pass around each one.
Whether you’re here to train with legends, reunite with your people, honor the music that built our culture, or dance until the sun comes up — find the experience that sounds like you.
Five Ways to Experience the Weekend
Weekend Passes
The most historic New York International Salsa Congress yet.
$500
Only 6 Left
The Legacy Keeper
Formerly the VIP Pass
You do more than attend NYISC.
You help carry its legacy forward.
Everything in the Certified Veteran, Music Lover and 360 Dancer passes, plus VIP seating for all shows and concerts, the Gilberto Santa Rosa Meet & Greet, recognition in the Legacy Circle, and an exclusive 25th Anniversary Pin.
$299
Best Value
The 360 Dancer
Formerly the Full Pass
You don’t just come to dance: you come to grow.
Learn from the legends by day, then dance all night, all weekend long.
All workshops, all shows, concerts and socials, plus the live taping of This Scene of Ours.
$245
Only 40 Available
The Music Lover
You’re here for the sounds that built our culture.
Three nights of unforgettable music, and your moment with Gilberto Santa Rosa.
All shows, concerts and socials, plus the Gilberto Santa Rosa Meet & Greet.
$216
Save $121
The Certified Veteran
Formerly the Party Pass
You’ve been here before and you know exactly why you’re coming back.
Three nights of shows, live music and reunions that only happen here.
All shows, concerts and socials, including the World Premiere of La Finca and the Red Carpet Reception.
$85
Under $29 a Night
The Strictly Social Dancer
You came to social dance. That’s it. That’s the pass.
Three nights on the social floors, from 9 PM till 4 AM every night.
All 7th Floor social rooms (9 PM–4 AM), plus Main Ballroom access after the concerts wrap (est. 12:30 AM Fri & Sat, 1:00 AM Sun).
Not sure which pass is right for you? The chart below breaks it all down.
A note on checkout. We use DancePlace to process ticket purchases, so you’ll be redirected to their site (or prompted to download the app) when you click a ticket button. Don’t panic — you’re in the right place.
Side by Side
All Passes at a Glance
Scroll horizontally to see every pass.
On a phone, you can also download the chart to zoom in.
| New Strictly Social $85 | Fan Favorite Certified Veteran $216 | Only 40 Music Lover $245 | Most Popular 360 Dancer $299 | Only 6 Left Legacy Keeper $500 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7th Floor Socials (3 nights) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Main Ballroom Socials (3 nights) | ✓* | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shows (3 nights) | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Concerts (3 nights) | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| World Premiere of La Finca | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Red Carpet Reception | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Gilberto Santa Rosa Meet & Greet | — | — | ✓ | — | ✓ |
| Workshops (3 days) | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| This Scene of Ours Live Taping | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| VIP Seating | — | — | — | — | ✓ |
| Legacy Circle + 25th Anniversary Pin | — | — | — | — | ✓ |
*Main Ballroom access after 12:30 AM Friday and Saturday, 1:00 AM Sunday.
Can’t make the full weekend? Explore one-day, evening and single-event tickets below and build your own experience.
La Finca
de la Salsa
Created exclusively for our 25th Anniversary. This one-night only production features dance, live music, and documentary storytelling chronicling the people, places and moments that shaped New York City, one of the most influential Salsa communities in history.
Included with: Legacy Keeper, 360 Dancer, Music Lover, Certified Veteran, Saturday Pass and Saturday Evening Pass.
NYISC 2026 · 25th Anniversary
Every Ticket.
Every Price. One Place.
Three days. Seven ballrooms.
Find the pass that matches how you want to celebrate 25 years.
All 3 Days · Best Value
Weekend Passes
The Legacy Keeper
Everything in the 360 Dancer, plus VIP seating, the Gilberto Santa Rosa Meet & Greet, the Legacy Circle and the 25th Anniversary Pin.
$500
The 360 Dancer
All workshops, all shows, concerts and socials, plus the This Scene of Ours live podcast taping. You don’t just come to dance — you come to grow.
$299Save $198
The Music Lover
Everything in the Certified Veteran, plus the Gilberto Santa Rosa Meet & Greet.
$245
The Certified Veteran
All shows, concerts and socials, all three nights — including the La Finca World Premiere and the Red Carpet Reception.
$216Save $121
The Strictly Social Dancer
All 7th Floor social rooms (9 PM–4 AM), plus Main Ballroom access after the concerts wrap (est. 12:30 AM Fri & Sat, 1:00 AM Sun). Less than $29 a night!
$85
Join Us for One Full Day of NYISC
One-Day Passes
Friday Pass
Everything happening Friday.
$129
Saturday Pass
Everything Saturday, including the La Finca World Premiere.
$169
Sunday Pass
Everything Sunday, including Gilberto Santa Rosa and the live podcast taping of This Scene of Ours.
$199
Thinking of coming more than one day?
Opt for the 360 Dancer or Certified Veteran Pass instead and save some $$!
Shows · Concerts · Socials
Evening Passes
Friday Evening
Avenida B · Shows · Social Dancing.
$79
Saturday Evening
Eric Cabanilla y su Grupo K’ndela feat. Jimmy Bosch & Herman Olivera · La Finca World Premiere · Red Carpet Reception · Social Dancing.
$109
Sunday Evening
Gilberto Santa Rosa · Mambo Fantasy · Shows · Red Carpet Reception · Social Dancing.
$149
Coming Sunday plus one other day or evening?
Opt for The 360 Dancer or The Certified Veteran instead. 💪
Access to One Night of Socials
Social Dancing Only
Friday · Saturday · Sunday
7th Floor social rooms plus the Main Ballroom after the concerts — valid for that night only.
$35Per Night
Dancing all three nights? The Strictly Social Dancer pass is under $29 a night.
Daytime Only
Specialty Passes
Workshops Only Pass
All workshops, all three days — no evening access.
$149
Weekend Pass Required
Add-Ons & Upgrades
Extras that build on a pass you already hold.
Eddie Torres Performance Bootcamp
For 360 Dancer & Legacy Keeper pass holders.
$135
VIP Seating Upgrade — Single Night
Reserved VIP seating for that night’s concert. For pass holders with concert access. Friday $50 · Saturday $50 · Sunday $100.
$50And Up
VIP Seating Upgrade — All 3 Nights
Reserved VIP seating for every concert of the weekend.
$150Save $50
Want VIP seating every night?
The all-three-nights upgrade saves you $50 over buying each night separately.
Standalone Experiences
Individual Event Tickets
Can be purchased independently. No additional pass required.
Thursday Pre-Party
At the Hard Rock Cafe, with our friends at Piel Canela.
$25$30 At Door
Old Skool Room Party
Celebrate classic New York Salsa culture with live music and dance alongside generations of “Old Skool” dancers at one of NYISC’s most beloved traditions. Sunday, 6–10 PM.
$25
Competitor Pass
Required to compete in the NY International Dance Classic (NYIDC).
$69
Competition Spectator Pass
Watch the competition live.
$35
Tickets & Passes
Your Questions,
Answered
Everything about buying, using and changing your ticket.
For the full NYISC FAQ, click here.
Getting In
How do I pick up my tickets?
After purchasing, you’ll receive an email from our ticket registration system, DancePlace, containing your unique QR code.
When you arrive at NYISC, show this QR code on your phone at the Registration Desk to check in and receive your event credentials.
Buying for multiple people? Send each person their own unique QR code so they can check in when they arrive.
Can’t find the email? Search your inbox for “DancePlace” or “New York International Salsa Congress,” and check spam, junk and promotions. It goes to the address used at purchase.
Can I upgrade my pass at the event?
Yes. Visit the Registration Desk and upgrade to any pass that still has availability by paying the difference.
Heads up: the Music Lover and Legacy Keeper passes are limited. If you have your eye on one, we recommend buying sooner rather than later.
I’m attending through my dance school or director. How does that work?
Check in with your director. If your school or director is part of our Partnership Program, they’ll confirm your pass and pricing, and everything works the same at the door.
Choosing a Pass
Is a pass really a better deal than single tickets?
Let’s do the math together.
That’s $121 saved on nights and nearly $200 on days. Coming for more than one day? A pass wins every time.
What’s the difference between the Music Lover and the Certified Veteran?
Both include all shows, concerts and socials, all three nights. The Music Lover adds the Gilberto Santa Rosa Meet & Greet — and only 40 are available.
When can Strictly Social pass holders enter the Main Ballroom?
The 7th Floor social rooms are yours from 9 PM to 4 AM. The Main Ballroom opens to you once the concerts wrap — around 12:30 AM Friday and Saturday, 1:00 AM Sunday — and stays open until 4 AM.
Hotel policy requires all ballrooms to close at 4 AM.
Do weekend passes include the Thursday Pre-Party?
The Pre-Party is a separate event we’re hosting with our friends at Piel Canela, so it has its own ticket. Grab one in advance for $25 or at the door for $30. Either way, come dance with us before the weekend officially begins.
What is the Red Carpet Reception?
A special celebration hour held from 9:30–10:30 PM on Saturday and Sunday nights. Think of it as the NYISC family reunion between the shows and the concerts.
Walk the red carpet, take photos, meet artists, explore the Mercado, and enjoy the energy before the music begins. You might even find yourself being interviewed by our host.
The 25th Anniversary Glow-Up
What happened to the Party Pass, Full Pass and VIP Pass?
They got a 25th Anniversary glow-up. Same passes you know, with more included.
What if I bought an Early Bird Full Pass?
You’re all set. You’ve been transferred to The 360 Dancer Pass. Nothing to do but show up.
What if I bought an Early Bird Party Pass?
You’re all set. You’ve been transferred to The Certified Veteran Pass. Nothing to do but show up.
What if I bought an Early Bird VIP Pass?
You’ve been upgraded to The Legacy Keeper, with VIP seating, the Legacy Circle and the 25th Anniversary Pin.
You supported the 25th before we announced a single detail, and that’s exactly what the Legacy Circle celebrates. Thank you.
Pricing & Policies
Do prices go up?
Yes. Door prices are 10% higher than online prices, because processing a sale at the door takes far more of our team’s time and resources. Buying online is always the better deal, and you can buy online throughout the entire event.
Join our email list any time to get 10% off online purchases.
What’s your refund policy?
All sales are final. No refunds.
If your plans change, you can transfer your ticket to a new ticket holder between January 1 and August 1, 2026, for a $30 processing fee. Here’s how:
Transfers to future editions are not permitted.
I’m a brand or patron and want to get involved. Where do I start?
We’d love to speak with you. Email info@newyorksalsacongress.com with “Partnership” or “Patron” in the subject line, and take a look at our 25th Anniversary Patron Tables.
Still Have Questions?
The full NYISC FAQ covers everything beyond tickets — read it here. Still can’t find what you need, email us at info@newyorksalsacongress.com.