Event Details
Celebrating National Public Lands Day & Hispanic Heritage Month
For the fourth consecutive year, Latin Street Music & Dancing is partnering with the Forest Preserves of Cook County to bring Salsa, music, and community to the beautiful Thatcher Woods.
Join us on Saturday, September 26 for a free outdoor celebration of National Public Lands Day & Hispanic Heritage Month, featuring Salsa dancing, live music, family activities, food, nature, and more.
This bilingual community event is open to all ages and experience levels. Bring your family, invite your friends, and come dance with us outdoors.
Event Details
Saturday, Sep 26, 2026
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Thatcher Woods Pavilion
Chicago Ave, west of Thatcher Ave
River Forest, IL 60305
Schedule
🎧 DJ + Salsa Dance Lesson
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Learn some Salsa and get moving with Latin Street. No previous dance experience or partner required.
🎺 Latin Swing Factor — Live Music & Dancing
12:45 PM – 2:00 PM
Stay on the dance floor as Latin Swing Factor brings the celebration to life with live Latin music.
More Than Dancing
Party for the Preserves brings together culture, community, and nature for an afternoon at one of Cook County’s beautiful forest preserves.
In addition to Salsa, expect food trucks, hikes, family games, outdoor activities, and more throughout the event.
Programming is offered in both English & Spanish.
Four Years of Dancing Together
We’re proud to return for our fourth year bringing Latin dance to Party for the Preserves.
Events like this are an important part of Latin Street’s mission beyond the studio: making Latin dance accessible, welcoming, and part of the larger Chicago community.
Bring the family. Enjoy the outdoors. Learn some Salsa.
We’ll see you at Thatcher Woods!
