El Son Cubano Fest 2026 – From Son to Contratiempo by Damarys DCubanSchool
Schedule
Thu, 07 May, 2026 at 09:00 pm to Mon, 11 May, 2026 at 12:00 pm
UTC+01:00Location
The Crown London Hotel, Cricklewood (North West London), WorldHotels Distinctive | London, EN
About this Event
The UK’s only festival fully dedicated to Son Cubano returns for its 2nd edition! Join us in London for 5 days of authentic Cuban culture, world-class workshops, themed parties, live music and unforgettable community spirit.
✨ EL SON CUBANO FEST 2026 – FROM SON TO CONTRATIEMPO ✨
7th – 11th May 2026 | London
Created and directed by Damarys Farres, UK Official Ambassador of the International Day of Son.
The only festival in the UK dedicated entirely to Son Cubano is BACK – bigger, better and in a brand-new venue!
📍 VENUE: The Crown Hotel, Cricklewood, London
🗓 DATES: 7th – 11th May 2026
WHAT TO EXPECT
• Two separate rooms for workshops
• One large ballroom for themed night parties
• Late parties until 4AM (Friday, Saturday & Sunday)
• Thursday Gathering Party (from 9PM)
• World-class Cuban artists and DJs
• Seminars, musicality and cultural discussions
• Outdoor matinees
• Performances and surprises
• A true celebration of Son Cubano culture
SPECIAL CELEBRATION
🎉 Friday 8th May – International Day of Son Cubano
Expect special surprises and celebrations in the colours of the Cuban flag:
🔴⚪🔵 Red – White – Blue
DRESS CODE – VERY IMPORTANT
To honour the elegance of Son Cubano culture:
Workshops:
NO jeans
NO trainers
NO hoodies
NO big-logo T-shirts
Comfortable, elegant dancewear is required.
Parties & Matinees:
Elegant 1940s–1950s style – dress to impress!
EXCLUSIVE FEBRUARY OFFERS
• SAVE £80 when booking with a partner (2 x Full Pass Promo)
• 20% OFF hotel rooms including breakfast
• 50% OFF parking for hotel guests
• Limited parking for day visitors – first come, first served
BONUS OFFER
🎁 Full Pass holders receive DISCOUNT for:
Son Master Workshop – 21st February in London
with Juan Carlos Pacheco & Damarys Farres
(Contact us after booking your pass for your discount code!)
GROUPS & DISCOUNTS
• Special rates for groups of 10+
• NUS student discounts
• Travelling from outside London? Contact us for support and options
VOLUNTEERS WANTED
Join our festival family!
Be part of the team and help create magic.
Contact us to apply as a volunteer.
TICKET OPTIONS
• FULL PASS – £239
• 2 x FULL PASS PROMO – £398 (Save £80)
🎟 BOOK NOW:
https://www.cubanschool.co.uk/events/festivals/son-cubano-fest
Follow Us - @elsoncubanofest
Where is it happening?
The Crown London Hotel, Cricklewood (North West London), WorldHotels Distinctive, 142-152 Cricklewood Broadway, London, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
GBP 16.96 to GBP 431.90
