Kizomba Manchester Presents:
🔥 Hot Tarraxinha Weekender 2025 🔥
📆 21st November-23rd November 2025
📍La Gítane, Café Istanbul, 79-81 Bridge Street, Manchester, M3 2RH.
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Manchester is about to host something truly special — one of the first festivals in the world fully dedicated to Tarraxinha, Konpa Gouyad & Ghetto Zouk. Three days of music, dance and culture bringing together top DJs, teachers and dancers for an unforgettable experience.
✨ Why it’s unique
• A rare festival focused on Tarraxinha, Konpa Gouyad and Ghetto Zouk sounds
• Blackout Sessions (O Apagão) where you dance in total darkness — pure connection with the music
• Internationally inspired, Manchester-grown 💃🏾
💸 Why it’s unmissable
• Full weekend passes start at only £30 and party passes at only £21 – making this one of the most affordable dance festivals in Europe
• Top DJs, teachers, workshops, and 3 all-night parties included
• A festival vibe without the crazy festival prices
• Plus, enjoy a free welcome shot with entry at each night!
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💣 Line up
💃🕺 Teachers
⭐️ Leny O Cassule (London/Angola)
⭐️ Petite Madame (London/Caribbean)
⭐️ Sean Wilson (Lisbon/Manchester)
🎧 DJs
⭐️ Sean Wilson (Lisbon/Manchester)
⭐️ Dj G Sousa (London/São Tomé)
⭐️ Dj WG (Leeds/Angola)
⭐️ Dj Entrada (Nottingham)
🎶 Playing all the best 🎶
Tarraxinha, Ghetto Zouk, Konpa Gouyad & Kizomba!
✨ Workshops (Tarraxinha, Konpa Gouyad & Kizomba)
• Friday: 8pm–10pm
• Saturday: 2pm–7pm & 9pm-10pm
• Sunday: 2pm–7pm & 8pm-9pm
✨ Parties (incl. Blackout Sessions)
• Friday: 10pm–5am
• Saturday: 9pm–5am
• Sunday: 9pm–2am
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💷 Pricing
Full Passes (limited to 50)
• Early Bird: £30
• Second Release: £40
• Third Release: £50
• Fourth Release: £60
• Standard: £70
Party Passes (Capacity limited to 150 including full passes)
• Early Bird: £21 (all 3 nights)
• Standard: £30 (all 3 nights)
📲 Buy your pass now on Fatsoma: https://fatso.ma/2yaF
📞 Info: +44 (0) 7309 353477
Follow us 👉 @KizombaManchester
🔥 An intimate, affordable, and groundbreaking festival — be part of history in Manchester this November!
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How to Get There ✅
🚗 By Car:
• From Manchester City Centre: Deansgate → right onto Bridge Street.
• From Manchester Airport: M56 → A5103 Mancunian Way → A57(M) Great Ancoats St → left onto Bridge Street.
• From Salford / MediaCityUK: A6 Chapel St / A57 → Deansgate → right onto Bridge Street.
La Gitane is at 79-81 Bridge Street, Manchester, M3 2RH. Nearby car parks include Bridge Street Car Park (1 min walk), Manchester Deansgate Car Park (5 min walk). Other options include Q-Park Manchester Central and NCP Manchester Shudehill. Traffic can be heavy at peak times, so allow extra time.
🚆 By Train:
• From Manchester Airport, trains run frequently to Manchester Victoria (~8–10 min walk), Salford Central (~5–7 min walk), and Manchester Piccadilly (~10–12 min walk).
• Both Victoria and Salford Central are slightly closer to the venue than Piccadilly.
🚊 By Manchester Metrolink (Tram)
• Nearest stops: St Peter’s Square (~5 min walk), Exchange Square (~7 min walk), Deansgate-Castlefield (~8 min walk).
• Popular routes:
• From Manchester Airport: Airport Line → walk from Victoria or St Peter’s Square
• From MediaCityUK / Salford Quays: Eccles Line → walk from St Peter’s Square
• From Oldham, Rochdale, or Bury: Bury/Oldham & Rochdale Line → walk from St Peter’s Square or Exchange Square
• Tickets via the Metrolink app, tram stops, or onboard.
🚌 By Bus:
Bridge Street is served by multiple bus routes. Closest stops are Bridge Street / Deansgate and Corporation Street, with regular services from across the city and surrounding areas.
✈️ By Plane:
From Manchester Airport (MAN), take a train to Victoria, Salford Central, or Piccadilly, then walk to the venue (5–12 min depending on station), or use a taxi/ride-share (~25–30 min).
Tip: Plan your return journey in advance, especially if travelling late at night.
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🏨 Accommodation Near La Gitane (79-81 Bridge Street, Manchester, M3 2RH)
Looking for a place to stay close to the venue? Here are some affordable options within a 10–15 minute walk:
1. Travelodge Manchester Central Arena
• Address: Great Ducie St, Cheetham Hill, M3 1PT
• Budget-friendly, clean, and comfortable.
2. easyHotel Manchester City Centre
• Address: 33 Dale St, Manchester M1 2HF
• Compact, no-frills rooms in the heart of the city.
3. Premier Inn Manchester City Centre (Arena/Printworks)
• Address: North Tower, Victoria Bridge St, M3 5AS
• Spacious modern rooms with on-site restaurant.
4. YHA Manchester Hostel
• Address: Potato Wharf, M3 4NB
• Hostel with shared and private rooms, café/bar, and 24-hour access.
Tip: Book early—Manchester can get busy on weekends, and these options fill up fast!