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🔥 Chicago’s Home for 100% Salsa - 11 Yrs Strong
🪘Organizer & Resident DJ-@machito_cuevas
OCT 10 AK Mambo Challenge + DJ Invitational Rd2! ⬇️

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NOCHE ROMÁNTICA ✨
Saturday, January 24th • Epiphany Center for the Arts

For the second year in a row, The Mambo Revival returns as the Official Pre-Party for the 25th Anniversary Chicago International Salsa Congress.

This year we’re celebrating salsa romántica with a two-hour live concert by Junior Rivera y su Orquesta, performing the timeless hits that made generations fall in love with salsa —
Jerry Rivera, Frankie Ruiz, Tito Nieves, Eddie Santiago, Lalo Rodríguez and more.

In between and after the live sets, our DJs will be keeping the floor moving with the best of salsa and cha cha all night long.

The evening also features:
• A debut performance by The Moves Project directed by Adrian Tenorio
• A special performance by Lane Tech’s Continente Azul, one of Chicago’s top youth salsa teams — come support the next generation of dancers

We’ll also be hosting the Finals of the 2026 Best Social Dancer Competition, plus we’re giving away two night passes to the 2026 Chicago International Salsa Congress during the event.

Live music. Beautiful historic venue. Incredible dancers. Real social dancing.

🎟 Tickets are live now
👉 Link in bio taken in Epiphany Center for the Arts by @themamborevival

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10 months ago

The Anniversary Weekender is OFFICIALLY LIVE!
This June, we’re celebrating 10 years of The Mambo Revival and 2 years of KR Dance — and you’re invited to be part of it.

Chicago, New York, and LA are coming together for an unforgettable weekend packed with world-class workshops, powerful performances, DJs spinning vinyl, and a LIVE concert by Junior Rivera y Su Orquesta.

Tickets are live NOW — secure your spot before they’re gone!
Link in bio.

#TheMamboRevival #KR10x2 #AnniversaryWeekender #ChicagoSalsa taken in Epiphany Center for the Arts by @themamborevival

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a year ago

Before I start promoting again, I just want to say a few things from the heart.

Like many of you, I’ve been deeply impacted by everything happening in our dance community. I want to acknowledge the pain, the anger, and most importantly—the bravery of those who have spoken up. It takes unimaginable strength to share your story, and I stand with you.

As an organizer, I must also acknowledge that my role goes far beyond good music and a packed dance floor. It’s my responsibility to make sure The Mambo Revival remains a place where people feel safe, seen, and respected. That means we do not tolerate harmful behavior of any kind. Period. If someone makes others feel unsafe, they will be removed and banned. Simple as that.

And as I said last week, I’m committed to learning and growing. I’m always open to feedback and conversations on how I can do better. Feel free to reach out any time: machitoproductions1@gmail.com

With that said, I am VERY EXCITED to invite you to the next Mambo Revival on April 13th at Epiphany Center for the Arts, as we welcome our headliner, DJ Carmencita—an international salsa DJ with 20 years in the game and a phenomenal talent straight from Puerto Rico. We’re creating a space to dance, to connect, and to reclaim our art—together. ❤️
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I also want to address something upfront: initially, we advertised that The Mambo Revival would raffle off a one-night pass to CSBF during our April 13th event. However, I want to make it clear that we will no longer be doing so. The pass that was donated represents the extent of our affiliation with CSBF.

We want to make it abundantly clear that we stand firmly on the side of what is right, and we fully support and stand with survivors.

with love,
Machito taken in Epiphany Center for the Arts by @themamborevival

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2 years ago

Almost a week later, and I’m still feeling the love from this event. The reception, kind words, and encouragement have been incredibly gratifying and reaffirm that we are on the right path.

My hope was to bring Chicago’s mambo dancers under one roof and celebrate what our city has to offer. I truly believe we accomplished that.

What a gift it is to have a friend and confidant like Greg, who lends his artistry and passion and captures these moments so beautifully. Take a moment to appreciate the emotion in his photographs. We’re lucky to have him in our scene.

I’m equally grateful for the relationships I’ve built with Arcadia and Konstain. Beyond their incredible talent, they are genuinely wonderful people, and I look forward to creating together for years to come.

Thank you all for being part of so special to me. Until next time. ❤️ taken in Chicago, Illinois by @themamborevival

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3 days ago

@ak__mambo challenge at the Mambo Revival
🎥 @damediateam taken in Copernicus Center by @themamborevival

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7 days ago

@sravanthy_2knee at the Mambo Revival

🎥 @damediateam by @themamborevival

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7 days ago

@pasion.colectiva at the Mambo Revival

🎥 @damediateam taken in Copernicus Center by @themamborevival

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7 days ago

THIS SATURDAY!!

The Mambo Revival takes over the historic Copernicus Center for FULL DAY OF MAMBO!

DJ Invitational Vol. 2!
@ak__mambo here directly from Sweden
Performances + Social Dancing until 2AM
🚗 FREE PARKING LOT

Online ticket sales close TOMORROW at 6pm! Prices go up at the door - what are you waiting for!?

Tickets in bio! taken in Copernicus Center by @themamborevival

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11 days ago

If you were at the first DJ Invitational… YOU KNOW.

Alvin drew the first slot that night and came READY. Absolutely killed his set — but of course still had enough left in the tank to hit the dance floor with Briana afterward! 💪

Next Saturday, October 10, we are back. DJ Invitational Vol. 2 takes over the Copernicus Center with three new DJs getting one hour each to bring their absolute BEST to the dance floor.

Plus Arcadia & Konstantin are back in Chicago from Sweden, performances, and a whole lotta mambo.

Tickets in bio. See you next Saturday.

🎥: @damediateam
🎧: @djjozchi taken in Chicago, Illinois by @themamborevival

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16 days ago

🔥 CHICAGO, IT’S TIME TO MAKE YOUR MOVE!

The countdown to the 2027 Chicago International Salsa Congress starts NOW! Here’s your chance to lock in some special savings!

EARLY BIRD SPECIALS ARE HERE FOR A LIMITED TIME!

✨ FULL PASS — JUST $219 (plus fees)
Your ticket to an unforgettable Congress experience.

✨HOTEL DEAL — $144/NIGHT
Stay at the Westin O’Hare and keep the celebration going all weekend!

✨These special rates are available for a limited time. Don’t wait until they’re gone!

Ready to make it a weekend to remember? Secure your Early Bird deals now!

👉 LINK IN BIO to get yours!

#ChicagoSalsaCongress #CISC2027 taken in Westin O'Hare by @themamborevival

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17 days ago

If you don’t know… YOU NEED TO KNOW.
This was Arcadia & Konstantin the last time they were here in Chicago, July 2025.
This October 10th they’re BACK — and this time you don’t just get to watch them.
Come TRAIN with them for 3 hours at the AK Mambo Challenge.

Come get pushed. Come learn from these amazing instructors and if you’re feeling brave… come PERFORM with them that night at The Mambo Revival.
AK Mambo Challenge • 1–4PM
The Mambo Revival DJ Invitational Rd.2 • 9PM–2AM
📍 Copernicus Center
Tickets + registration in bio. taken in Copernicus Center by @themamborevival

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17 days ago

The AK Mambo Challenge is here.
The DJ Invitational is back.
Official Flyer + schedule for 10.10.26
Chicago, MAMBO IS COMING
Registration is live- link in bio.

📸: @gredipus_rex taken in Copernicus Center by @themamborevival

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21 days ago