Asheville Winter Dance Festival

January 16-19 » ASHEVILLE
A celebration of latin rhythm and dance, this weekend-long event includes performances from acclaimed dancers, salsa and bachata dance classes, themed parties, social dancing events, and more. An expansion on last year’s Bachata festival, Latin dance enthusiasts can also drop by Thursday’s preparty at Urban Orchard to kick off the festivities. Dancing goes until 4 a.m. each night. »  Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts Asheville, 1 Resort Dr.; Friday-Monday, times vary; $185, $250 VIP, $50 masterclass, $95 performers; bachataavl@gmail.com; bachataavl.com