Step out for an energetic night of Latin music, dancing, and community connection every third Friday of the month at Fuego Latin Night, hosted at Casa Blanca in Bradenton!
Bringing together dancers from Bradenton, Sarasota, Venice, and North Port, this monthly gathering combines a complimentary Salsa dance lesson led by StepUp Dance Co. with late-night social dancing powered by rotating guest DJs and creative monthly party themes.
- Event: Fuego Latin Night (Monthly Social)
- Schedule: Third Friday of every month | 9:00 PM - 2:00 AM
- Admission: Free Entry - Everyone is welcome
- Dance Workshop (9:00 PM): Complimentary Salsa class with StepUp Dance Co. (no partner required)
- Social Dancing (10:00 PM - 2:00 AM): Bachata, Salsa, and high-energy Latin hits
- Music & Lineup: Rotating guest DJs (including favorites like DJ Soltrix and DJ Niki4)
- Venue: Casa Blanca - 4120 14th St W, Bradenton, FL 34205
- Table Reservations: Call (941) 201-5008
Evening Schedule
- 9:00 PM - Free Salsa Dance Class: Kick off the night with an engaging, beginner-friendly lesson taught by StepUp Dance Co. Learn essential footwork, rhythm, and partner connection. Dancers rotate throughout the class, making it easy to join solo.
- 10:00 PM - 2:00 AM - Open Social Dancing: After the workshop, the party kicks into full gear with rotating DJs delivering a high-energy mix of sensual and traditional Bachata, Salsa dura, and Latin dancefloor favorites until 2:00 AM.
Event Highlights
- Rotating Guest DJs & Themes: Each month brings fresh energy with invited DJs (such as internationally recognized DJ Soltrix and resident DJ Niki4) and themed nights to keep the dance floor vibrant.
- Regional Community Hub: An inclusive, social gathering point uniting dancers of all experience levels from Sarasota, Bradenton, Venice, and North Port.
- Authentic Mexican Dining & Drinks: Arrive early for dinner or enjoy appetizers, handcrafted cocktails, and bar service directly from Casa Blanca throughout the night.
Dancer Notes & Floor Practicalities
- Dance Floor Space: The dedicated floor surface is tile-over-concrete and measures roughly 20x12 feet. It is an intimate setup that fills up fast once social dancing gets rolling.
- Timing & Schedule: The restaurant is active with regular dining patrons earlier in the evening, and the opening dance lesson can occasionally run on "Latin time" (starting closer to 9:30 or 10:00 PM), with the main social running late into the morning.
- Travel Considerations: If you are driving from further away (such as South Venice or North Port), plan to stay late through the 2:00 AM close to make the most of your floor time.
Venue & Table Reservations
Casa Blanca is located at 4120 14th St W, Bradenton, FL 34205. Admission is completely free. Seating fills quickly on featured Latin nights; call (941) 201-5008 to reserve a table for your party. Free on-site parking is available in the venue plaza.
* Note: This page is curated with AI assistance to support our local social dance community. This info is actual as of 10/16/26 based on the following source: Facebook Page.