Venue

Welcome to Naantali, Finland

Flama Salsa Festival takes place in charming Naantali, a beautiful seaside town in Southwest Finland, just next to Turku — Finland’s historic former capital. With its picturesque old town, coastal scenery, rich history, and relaxed maritime atmosphere, Naantali is the perfect backdrop for a weekend of dance, music, and festival magic. The festival is hosted at Naantali Spa Hotel, located only 15 minutes from Turku.

The venue offers the perfect setting for the festival:

  • all dance classes and parties are conveniently under one roof
  • accommodation in the hotel’s elegant rooms
  • the spa’s restaurants and cafés will serve festival-goers throughout the weekend
  • The pool area offers the opportunity to relax while dancing.


Naantali Spa is within easy reach. You can get there both by car and by public buses from Turku city centre.

Accommodation

Complete your festival experience by staying in style at Naantali Spa! Festival guests can enjoy discounted hotel rooms – the offer is valid until August 28, 2026. Huoneen hinta sisältää majoituksen, runsaan buffetaamiaisen ja vapaan sauna- ja allasosaston sekä kuntosalin käytön.

Info Desk

An information desk operates in the spa lobby near the main entrance. At the info desk you can pick up wristbands or day tickets, buy festival merchandise and get help with questions and practical info.

Dance Halls & Parties

Workshops take place in four different rooms:

  • Ballroom Hall: Basement level, right next to Tammikellari Restaurant
  • Mini Golf: Basement level, next to Tammikellari Restaurant
  • Mirror Hall: Basement level, near the Spa & Wellness Center
  • Birgitta Hall: First floor, in the Congress Center


Parties take place in three halls on the basement level:

  • Ballroom: Performances and Salsa floor
  • Mini Golf: Bachata floor
  • Speakeasy: Kiz floor

Changing Rooms

Festival participants can use the changing room facilities located next to the Ballroom Hall. Shower facilities are also available. We recommend keeping your valuables with you and bringing them into the dance rooms.

Cloakroom

A free, unattended coat check is available during the evening parties. Please keep your valuables with you, as the organizer is not responsible for lost items left in the coat check.

During workshops, outdoor clothing can be left on the coat racks in the Birgitta Hall and Ballroom Hall. There are no coat racks in the Mirror Hall or Mini Golf, but you may leave your belongings in the Ballroom Hall.

Spa Area

Need to recharge between dancing and partying?

Treat yourself to a true Finnish sauna experience at Naantali Spa. Unwind in five unique themed saunas, soak in the warm Roman whirlpools, enjoy the heated outdoor pool, or simply relax with a drink at the pool bar after a day full of dancing.

Flama Salsa Festival participants can access the spa at a special price of €15 (towel rental €3) by mentioning they are attending the festival.

If you stay at the hotel, spa access is included in your stay.

Dining

Naantali Spa’s restaurants and cafés will keep festival guests well-fed throughout the weekend. There are also many great restaurants in Naantali’s Old Town.

Examples of spa dining options:

  • Le Soleil – delicious buffet
  • Tammikellari – hearty meals in a cosy atmosphere
  • Café Roma – bakery treats and light lunches


Reservations can be made directly with Naantali Spa.

Tanssipuoti Pop-up

Tanssijoiden oma kauppa Tanssipuoti vierailee Flama Salsa Festivalilla upean tanssikenkämalliston kanssa lauantaina 20.9.

Myyntipiste sijaitsee Ballroom-salin vieressä.

Pop-upin aukioloajat

  • 10.00–16.30
  • 19.30–22.00

Flama Salsa Festival 2026

Three days of dance, good vibes, and shared moments!

Dance, learn, and connect in beautiful seaside Naantali, Finland. With 58 workshops, world-class instructors, live music, spectacular shows, and two nights of parties on three dance floors, Flama Salsa Festival offers an unforgettable dance weekend – all under one roof.