“Alafia” 2025 Afro Cuban Dance Festival

Alafia Festival 2025 – Programme

Welcome to Alafia 2025, the highly anticipated second edition of the UK’s biggest Afro-Cuban Dance Festival, hosted at the renowned Acosta Dance Centre from Friday, July 11th to Sunday, July 13th, 2025. The 2025 festival promises to be even more spectacular, offering an unforgettable experience filled with vibrant performances, immersive workshops, and rich cultural celebrations.

Group Discount: 10% off for purchases of 3 or more using the code ALAFIA310. This applies only to the “Alafia” 2025 Afro Cuban Dance Festival – Full Festival (3 days with parties)

Berkeley Homes residents are eligible for exclusive discounts—get in touch with us for more details!

Festival Highlights:

• Comprehensive Dance Training: Whether you are a beginner or an advanced dancer, Alafia 2025 offers a well-developed program to enhance your skills. Experience body isolation, Yoruba dance technique, Arará, Abakuá, Brikamo, Makuta, Rumba, singing, and the musicality of various Afro-Cuban styles, culminating in Son, Salsa, and Timba.
• Intensive Workshops: Over three days, immerse yourself in 21 hours of intensive dance training, guided by celebrated Cuban artists and musicians.
• Cultural Enrichment: Engage with the authentic environment of Afro-Cuban culture, connecting deeply with its rich heritage through dance, music, and song.

Festival Details:

Dates: Friday, July 11th – Sunday, July 13th, 2025

Venues:

• Acosta Dance Centre: Artillery Square, Royal Arsenal, London SE18 6BH
• Woolwich Works: The Fireworks Factory, 11 No 1 St, Royal Arsenal, London SE18 6HD
• Tramshed Woolwich: 51-53 Woolwich New Road, London SE18 6ES

 ALAFIA PROGRAM Friday, July 11th

ALAFIA PROGRAM – Saturday, July 12th

ALAFIA PROGRAM – Sunday, July 13th