Cumbia Dancing in Minneapolis | Tapestry Folkdance Center

Discover the Joy of Cumbia Dance! A lively and welcoming Latin partner dance rooted in rhythm, connection, and community. With its flowing steps and infectious beats, cumbia invites people of all backgrounds to move together, share culture, and celebrate the joy of dancing.

Cumbia : Fourth Sundays

Studio

LARGE/SMALL STUDIO (Alternating Monthly) 7pm-9pm

$12 General Admission
$9 Tapestry Member
$8 Young Adult (Ages 18-30)
$4 Youth (Ages 10-17)
Under 10 - Free

Cost w/o Live Music:

$15 General Admission
$12 Tapestry Member
$8 Young Adult (Ages 18-30)
$4 Youth (Ages 10-17)
Under 10 - Free

Cost w/ Live Music:

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Cumbia is a tropical rhythm known throughout all cultures in Latin America and beyond. A fusion of African, Indigenous and Western influences, it has an infectious rhythm that makes you want to get up and dance. Primarily a partner dance with multiple turns and energy, cumbia is easy to learn and always fun! The evening will start with a 30 minute beginner friendly lesson and continue with various styles of cumbia music from different countries in Latin America.

  • The only requirement is comfortable clothing, soft soled shoes and a desire to have lots of fun. This is an energetic dance so bring a water bottle if possible. There is a fountain in the lobby and plenty of space in the beautiful studio to relax and recharge.

  • Expect lively cumbia dance music every evening with occasional live performers during the second half. In addition, there will be circle dancing (rueda) using cumbia music. Jimi and friends have been working on a cumbia/rueda fusion series and there will be an opportunity to learn this dance as well.

  • If you have any accessibility needs you'd like addressed by Tapestry Folkdance Center, please let us know by emailing staff@tapestryfolkdance.org.

UPCOMING SCHEDULE

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