# Event Details - **Event Name**: Special New Year's Salsa at CAC - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 31 Dec, 2026 at 08:00 pm – Thu, 31 Dec, 2026 at 11:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event Description**: Contemporary Art Center New Year’s Eve Salsa at CAC Thursday, December 31, 2026 Welcome in the New Year with complementary party favors and a champagne toast. Bring in the New Year with us! Dance lesson 8:30-9:30 pm Open dancing 9:30-1:00 am to music of DJ Ed Caballero $16.00 nonmembers $12.00 CAC Members Thinking about attending a dance? Below are answers to common questions: What are the dances like? In addition to this special event, we offer a Salsa dance on the 3rd Friday of each month. Everyone is here to enjoy the dance and improve their skills in partner dancing. The dance appeals to all ages and cultures. Chairs and small tables are placed along the walls while the middle of the 2600 sq. ft. room is open for dancing. Do you serve food or drinks? Bottles of water, soda and ice are offered for $1.00 each. Bottle openers are available. Guests may also bring their own drinks and food. Rhythm Kitchen will NOT be open. Should I come to a dance considering I have no dance experience? At the beginning of every dance, we offer a complimentary dance lesson to teach the basics of Salsa, Merengue and Bachata. The dance lesson is designed for those with no dance experience. Don’t worry about being embarrassed or standing out! Most everyone will be dancing for the first time. Do I need a partner? Partners are not required to attend a dance. For the lesson, we divide the students into leaders and followers facing each other. The person across from you will be your partner for the lesson. Of course, if you come with a partner, you can dance with them. Throughout the night, ask others to dance or stand at the edge of the dance floor watching the action. This signals to others you want to dance. What kinds of music does the DJ play? Enjoy Salsa, Cha Cha, Bachata, Merengue, Tango, Reggaeton, R&B, Cumbia. Occasionally popular tunes with a Latin twist and R&B are thrown into the mix. What do people usually wear to the dances? There is a variety of attire. Some people come in jeans and T-shirts. Some come decked out in pretty dresses with high heels or dress pants and shirts. Inexperienced dancers should wear simple, flat, dress shoes with smooth bottoms that fit tightly to the foot. Carrying in the shoes you will wear to dance is a good idea, especially in the winter. In general, we recommend wearing clothing that is light and cool, even if it is cold outside. Since you will be spinning, wear something tighter around the torso and waist area. CONTEMPORARY ART CENTER 305 SW Water Street, Peoria, IL 61602 • 309-674-6822 • cac@peoriacac.org • www.peoriacac.org - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/peoria/special-new-years-salsa-at-cac/200030754503540 - **Event Categories**: new-year, dance, entertainment, art, fine-arts, workshops, parties - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 7 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Peoria - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: Contemporary Art Center of Peoria - **lat**: 40.688215970696 - **long**: -89.590599726714 - **full address**: Contemporary Art Center of Peoria, 305 SW Water St, Peoria, IL 61602-1425, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Special New Year's Salsa at CAC - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/97a867390ae11089254e1bc08dfed2a42f323367d89625a2f0c6c94b6e91f298-rimg-w1200-h638-dc181818-gmir?v=1790759513 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Special New Year's Salsa at CAC being held? - **A:** Special New Year's Salsa at CAC takes place on Thu, 31 Dec, 2026 at 08:00 pm to Thu, 31 Dec, 2026 at 11:00 pm at Contemporary Art Center of Peoria, 305 SW Water St, Peoria, IL 61602-1425, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Special New Year's Salsa at CAC? - **A:** Special New Year's Salsa at CAC is organized by Contemporary Art Center of Peoria. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Contemporary Art Center of Peoria's events? - **A:** Attendees have given Contemporary Art Center of Peoria a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Contemporary Art Center of Peoria has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Special New Year's Salsa at CAC is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Peoria, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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