Copacabana
The Cuban scene is (surprisingly, perhaps) alive and well in Almaty, with Copacabana at its core. Open Tuesday to Sunday – staying open later each night, sometimes for classes, sometimes for dinner, sometimes for live music – this Latin lounge is all about getting down and dirty. A lively, buzzing community creates a welcoming (and free) atmosphere, perfect for trying out new moves without fear of tripping up. Offering classes in bachata, merengue, reggaeton and cumbia – and boasting the best teachers from Cuba – this is definitely one of Almaty’s most exotic excursions. If it all sounds a bit overwhelming, don’t panic; there’s a fair share of Latino house for those who don’t quite have the moves for something more complex than a Pitbull tune. Those who do want to learn should try the 7-9pm salsa sessions on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays.
- Address
- 66 Zheltoksan Street (Makataev),
Central Almaty - Telephone
- +7 727 279 7853
- Website
- copacabana.kz
- Opening Times
- 5pm-1am (2am Weds, 3am Thurs, 5am Fri, 6am Sat, midnight Sun). Closed Mondays
- Price
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