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About Me Salsa Fest

Familia,

 

Are you ready for a Salsa festival experience?

Right in the heart of the Midlands, in the vibrant area of Digbeth, Birmingham.

 

The festival, the general vibe and the concept will be the perfect scenery for another season of the Peaky Blinders or let's call it the Salsa version of Peaky Blinders.

 

We cannot call it a festival without:

โ‡ฐ Top international artists 

โ‡ฐ A Live & Exclusive concert of one of Cuba's most popular bands: Maykel Blanco y su Salsa Mayor

โ‡ฐ An exceptional program featuring tailored workshops, the craziest parties, and animations.

All this in an All-in-one venue right at the centre of Birmingham.

 

Also, be prepared for extra activities to foster more connection, fun, and unforgettable moments... stay connected.

 

We Are The Party

Get your ticket

Join the new festival experience:

ME SALSA FEST LINE UP

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Maykel Blanco y Su Salsa Mayor

Live Concert:

Familia,

 

We all agree, there is no better way to kick off the first edition of Me Salsa Fest than with a live concert by one of Cuba's most popular Salsa bands.

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Maykel Blanco y Su Salsa Mayor fuse deep Cuban heritage with fiery timba flair, creating an electrifying, dancerโ€‘driven sound that has won them acclaim and authority both in Cuba and across the globe. Their ensemble is a powerhouse—music that doesn’t just get heard, it makes you move.

Top International Artists

Workshops, Parties & Animations:

  • Alberto Valdes

  • Diana Rodriguez

  • Pedrito & Giusy

  • Fredyclan

  • Yusimi Moya

  • Diego & Noe

  • Vanessa Lacedonia

  • Yohan & Elaine

  • Nikola Medic

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Familia,

 

For the first edition of Me Salsa Fest, we've selected top-of-the-scene artists: different styles, multiple disciplines and high social skills and sense of connection.
With these "maestras and maestros", your dancing level will take a significant leap.

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No DJs, No Parties

Best DJs in the Cuban Scene at Me Salsa Fest

Familia,

 

For a good party, you need a DJ who knows which tune to drop at which time.

We selected for you international DJs with different styles but all focused on keeping you dancing all night, We Are The Party style of course. 

  • Mauricio Reyes

  • Yan El Diablito

  • Assane

  • Javier La Rosa

  • Kasanova

  • Estefi

  • Canet

Location

How to get there

Airports

Birmingham International (BHX)

To venue details: 

๐Ÿš… BHX → Air-Rail Link → Birmingham International Rail → Birmingham New Street (~£5)

๐Ÿš• Taxi/UberX from BHX: ~£22–£28; Uber estimate ~£26 to City Center

Manchester Airport (MAN)

๐Ÿš— Approx 1 hour 45 mins drive or

๐Ÿš… 2–2½โ€ฏhrs by train via Manchester Piccadilly → Birmingham New Street, then local transport to Digbeth. Typical train fare £30–£60 return.

London Heathrow (LHR) or Gatwickโ€‹ (LGW)

๐Ÿš— LHR to Birmingham ~ 2 hours

๐Ÿš— LGW to Birmingham ~ 2 hours 30 mins

๐Ÿš… Take the express train (Heathrowโ€ฏExpress ~21โ€ฏmins or Gatwick Express ~30โ€ฏmins) to London Paddington. London Paddington to London Euston (London Underground or Taxi). Take a Train from London Euston to Birmingham New Street (total journey ~2½–3โ€ฏhrs).

London Stansted (STN) or Luton (LTN)

๐Ÿš— STN to Birmingham ~ 2 hours

๐Ÿš— LGW to Birmingham ~ 1 hour 40 mins

๐Ÿš… Take Stansted Express (STN) or Thameslink (LTN) → London St Pancras International. London St Pancras International → London Euston. London Euston to Birmingham New Street. 

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Coaches

Guests can also take coaches from all non-Birmingham airports. Please check https://www.nationalexpress.com/en for coach details and timings. 

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Train Stations

Birmingham has two main train stations; we recommend checking both. We have used Birmingham New Street in the examples above as it travels from all departing stations. 

Birmingham New Street 

Birmingham Moor Street 

Website options to book train tickets - https://www.thetrainline.com/,

https://www.mytrainpal.com/

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IMPORTANT: Please check Google Maps for live public transport details.

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โ€‹From any Birmingham Station, guests can catch a short taxi/tram/bus to Digbeth (total ~£3–£5). ๐Ÿšถ๐Ÿฝ‍โ™€๏ธ‍โžก๏ธWalking = 15-20 mins

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Hotel & Accommodation Options

The venue is located near residential properties providing a good range of serviced apartments. We recommend guests checking Airbnb, Booking.com, Expedia to source private apartments. Many of these apartments will be 10 minutes walk from the venue. 

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Hotel Options: 

Digbeth Aparthotel (< 1km)

Travelodge Birmingham Central Moor Street (1.2 km)

Travelodge Birmingham Central Bull Ring (1.1 km)

Premier Inn Birmingham City Centre (1.5 km)

ibis Budget Birmingham Centre (1.8 km)

 

Luxury: 

The Grand Hotel Birmingham (1.6 km)

Hyatt Regency Birmingham (2.5 km)

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Tourist Attractions

Digbeth – Birmingham’s Creative Quarter

  • Once industrial, now a cultural hub with the Custard Factory (shops, street art, gallery, cinema), and community venues like The Old Crown and The Anchor. 

Jewellery Quarter

  • Historical heart of UK’s jewellery trade, home to the Chamberlain Clock (1903) and Europe's largest concentration of jewellery workshops. A charming blend of Georgian architecture, galleries, and craft studios.

City Centre

  • Opheem: Birmingham’s first restaurant to earn two Michelin stars.

  • Passion for Peaky Blinders? Visit filming sites like Black Country Living Museum and Back to Backs near city centre.

  • Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery & historic Library of Birmingham with rooftop garden.

  • Brindleyplace & Gas Street Basin: canalside bars, boat tours – relaxing afternoon vibe

Optional day trips (via train within 40–60โ€ฏmin):

  • Cadbury World (Bournville) & Warwick Castle

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