Cebu SBKZ International Festival 6th Edition

3 days of workshops, socials, pool parties, and island adventures — crafted by social dancers, for social dancers.

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Sick of festivals that forget the social floor?

Many festivals pack venues with shows and forget what matters: the social dance.

Too crowded, too staged, too impersonal. You want real music, usable workshops, DJs who read the floor, and room to meet people — not chaos.

A festival built for social dancers by social dancers — where learning meets social magic

  • World-Class Artists, DJs, & Performers

    Workshops you’ll actually use on the social floor.

  • Pure SBKZ Social Dancing Vibes

    Two rooms. Four styles. Nightly socials + after-parties.

  • A Dance Vacation You’ll Never Forget

    Pool parties, island tours, food culture — all in beautiful Cebu.

What happens at Cebu SBKZ?

  • Multiple Party Rooms, One Unlimited Weekend

    Move freely between the festival’s most vibrant spaces: Salsa + Bachata Room – high energy, top Latin DJs, and non-stop social dancing Kizomba + Zouk Room – smooth, connected, sensual...

    Multiple Party Rooms, One Unlimited Weekend

    Move freely between the festival’s most vibrant spaces: Salsa + Bachata Room – high energy, top Latin DJs, and non-stop social dancing Kizomba + Zouk Room – smooth, connected, sensual...

  • Workshops That Elevate Your Social Dancing

    Dance, Connect, Belong Meet hundreds of dancers, artists, and new friends from around the world. This festival is built by social dancers, for social dancers — the people who live for...

    Workshops That Elevate Your Social Dancing

    Dance, Connect, Belong Meet hundreds of dancers, artists, and new friends from around the world. This festival is built by social dancers, for social dancers — the people who live for...

  • Pool Parties

    Our signature Foam Pool Party with DJ Mosti and DJ Rajbi — Sunshine, dancing, and summer energy blended into one.

    Pool Parties

    Our signature Foam Pool Party with DJ Mosti and DJ Rajbi — Sunshine, dancing, and summer energy blended into one.

  • Festival Schedule

    Your guide to the parties & workshops is here! We’ve dropped the full party & workshop schedule so you can plan your days (and nights) the right way. Whether you’re...

    Festival Schedule

    Your guide to the parties & workshops is here! We’ve dropped the full party & workshop schedule so you can plan your days (and nights) the right way. Whether you’re...

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Why Cebu?

Cebu is the perfect mix of dance culture, tropical escape, modern city convenience, and world-class venues. Easy international access. Beaches, Waterfalls, Island Hopping, Affordable Hotels, Premium Nightlife, Friendly and inclusive local dance community

Featured Artistes and DJs

  • Felicien Rossa

    Kizomba
    France

  • Samuel Funflow

    SBKZ
    Spain

  • Monika & Victor

    Bachata
    Japan/USA/Russia

  • Alex Alberola

    Sensual Bachata
    Spain

  • DJ Alejandro Bachata

    International DJ
    Argentina

    Special BACHATA HOUR on Sunday Night!

  • Super Latin DJ Ricky

    International DJ
    South Korea

    Special SALSA HOUR on Saturday Night!

  • Sue and Lion

    Special Guests
    South Korea

  • Jilly & John

    Salsa
    Philippines/USA

  • Terrence & Ezy

    Brazilian Zouk, Lambada
    South Korea

  • Raymund Gerard

    On-2 Salsa, Dominican Bachata
    Australia

  • DJ Rajbi

    International DJ
    India

    Special KIZOMBA HOUR on Saturday Night

  • DJ Mosti

    International DJ
    Germany

    Official Pool Party DJ!

  • Noble

    Bachata
    South Korea

  • Shasha Lim

    Bachata, Salsa
    Singapore

  • Florence Tan

    Taraxxo
    Malaysia

  • DJ Stef

    International DJ
    USA

    Special ZOUK HOUR on Sunday Night!

  • Alyx Ty

    Salsa, Bachata
    New Zealand

  • Chris Willshire

    Bachata
    Australia

  • Savina

    Kizomba
    Australia

  • Paris

    Ladies Styling
    Hong Kong

  • Janina Bailarina

    Reggaeton
    New Zealand

  • Aileen & Bruce

    Brazilian Zouk
    Philippines

  • DJ Taka

    International DJ
    Japan

  • Jeremy Hale

    Zouk
    USA

  • Barbie Alonzo

    Kizomba
    Philippines

  • Kevin Sato

    Bachata
    Philippines

  • DJ Lijla & DJ Bella V

    SBKZ DJs
    Philippines

  • Wesley Olswouk

    Zouk
    USA

    Special Guest Artiste

  • Leo Tibus

    Bachata
    Philippines

  • Phil Infantado

    Vogue Fem
    Netherlands

  • Janice Maglasang

    Femme
    Philippines

  • Rohit & Elle

    Zouk
    Philippines

    Special Guest Artistes

  • Mr. Energy Na Casa

    Special Guest
    Portugal

  • DJ el Camino y Los Timbaleros

    DJ with Live Percussions
    USA/Philippines

Cebu Salsa Club

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Social Dancing Calendar

  • SUNDAY

    BACHATA SUNDAYS
    1521 Bistro, Bonifacio District
    8PM-11PM
    Bachata, Zouk, Kizomba, Salsa

  • MONDAY

    ISLA LATINA NIGHTS
    Marina Seaview (beside Cebu Yacht Club), Mactan
    8PM-11PM
    Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba, Zouk

  • TUESDAY

    VIVA CUBA LIBRE
    Kape Tano Restaurant, City Time Square Mandaue
    9PM - 12MN
    Salsa, Bachata, Zouk, Merengue 

  • THURSDAY

    SALSA DEL BARRIO
    BARRIO Bar and Lounge
    9PM-11MN
    Zouk, Urban Kiz, Urban Bachata, Salsa

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    6th Cebu SBKZ International Festival

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  • Hidden Gems in Cebu

    Just a stone's throw from Cebu City, a world of quick and hidden adventures awaits those eager to escape the urban grind. Whether you're a nature enthusiast, a thrill-seeker, or...

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    Just a stone's throw from Cebu City, a world of quick and hidden adventures awaits those eager to escape the urban grind. Whether you're a nature enthusiast, a thrill-seeker, or...

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    LechonYour visit to Cebu isn't complete until you've savored it's iconic lechon - a crispy, succulent roasted pig central to Filipino celebrations, readily available across the island to satisfy your...

    Eat Like A Local in Cebu

    LechonYour visit to Cebu isn't complete until you've savored it's iconic lechon - a crispy, succulent roasted pig central to Filipino celebrations, readily available across the island to satisfy your...

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