SIDF 2027 · For first-time visitors
New to dance, or coming alone? SIDF still works for you.
SIDF 2027 is a Seoul dance festival centered on salsa. You can start by checking what fits your visit, whether you have dance experience or someone to attend with.
A first-visit journey
- 1
Answer a few questions to find the SIDF that fits you.
- 2
Read the Q&A and the schedule.
- 3
When a program catches your eye, check its official page for the latest details before deciding.
How your first day flows
A first-timer's day, hour by hour.
- 2 PM
Level-based workshop
Start from basic steps. Beginner classes move at the pace of the room.
- 11 PM
Your first social
Take the steps you learned in daytime straight to the social floor. Partners come naturally on site.
- 2 AM
Still dancing
Leave when you want, stay if you want. The social keeps going into the small hours.
What earlier beginners said
Real lines from ticket purchase notes and the post-event survey.
“It was my first salsa workshop — the passionate classes and the shows left a real impression. I had so much fun.”
“Total beginner here, please take care of me”
“Can I actually do this? lol”
“I just hope my feet leave the ground”
Start without pressure
No dance experience needed, and no partner needed either. Each program runs a little differently, so check the schedule and Q&A for confirmed details.
How to read the 2027 program
Salsa, popping, hip-hop, waacking, African dance, and contemporary dance are confirmed for SIDF 2027. Bachata is excluded from the 2027 program.