Salsa Sundays at Orchard Beach

Every Sunday from Memorial Day through Labor Day, Parking Section 5 at Orchard Beach transforms into the Bronx’s premier outdoor dance floor. From noon until 5 PM, hundreds of dancers gather for this beloved New York tradition that has pulsed through the city for more than five decades.

The Experience

Pack your essentials—an umbrella for shade, a comfortable chair, and a cooler filled with refreshments—then prepare to move to the rhythm of authentic Latin music. Community DJs spin classic salsa, lively charanga, and infectious cha-cha-cha, creating a soundtrack that echoes the golden age of New York salsa from the early 1970s.

The dancing flows freely in the Puerto Rican style, emphasizing the “on 1” beat, though dancers are welcome to express themselves however the music moves them. ¡Todo bien! Whether you’re a seasoned salsero or someone who simply loves to move, the welcoming atmosphere embraces all skill levels.

Getting There

Located at Orchard Beach in the Bronx, the event is accessible by car (parking fees apply) or public transportation via the Orchard Beach Bus Terminal. The waterfront setting adds a unique charm to this urban dance celebration.

A Living Legacy

This isn’t just a dance party—it’s a cultural institution that connects today’s dancers to the vibrant history of Latin music in New York City. The Bronx earned its nickname “El Condado de la Salsa” (The Salsa Borough) as the birthplace where Latin jazz and salsa flourished, and Salsa Sundays keeps that legacy alive every weekend throughout the summer.

For families, friends, and anyone who finds joy in music and movement, Salsa Sundays offers an authentic taste of New York’s rich Latin cultural heritage under the open sky.