La Laguna will become the centre of the salsa world on Saturday, 20 June, as it hosts the first European edition of Sesiones Desde La Loma, one of the most influential contemporary salsa platforms in Latin music.
The event forms part of the 10th La Laguna Latino Festival and will take place in Plaza del Cristo from 8:00pm, with free admission for the public.
A Salsa Phenomenon Arrives in Tenerife
Created in Puerto Rico by singer-songwriter Norberto Vélez and producer Gabriel Ramos, Sesiones Desde La Loma has become a global reference point for salsa music, attracting more than 840,000 YouTube subscribers and millions of views.
For the first time, the project will cross the Atlantic to record an official session in Europe, placing Tenerife and La Laguna firmly on the international salsa map.
International Line-Up
The special session, titled Pa’ La Laguna, will bring together some of the most respected names in Latin music, including:
🎤 Norberto Vélez
🎤 Alain Pérez
🎤 Ronald Borjas
🎤 Jeremy Bosch
🎤 Jota Ruiz
🎤 Sergio Tejera
🎤 Anaé
🎤 Carlos García
Norberto Vélez will perform alongside El Escuadrón de La Loma, the Puerto Rican band that accompanies the original sessions.
Cuban star Alain Pérez will also appear with his full orchestra, specially brought from Cuba for the event.
Music, Dance and Tribute Performances
Canarian artist Sergio Tejera will present a selection of romantic salsa classics, paying tribute to legendary performers such as Frankie Ruiz and the recently deceased Willie Colón.
The festival will also feature performances by local dance academies and sets from well-known Tenerife DJs José Brito and Julián Hernández, both closely linked to the island’s Latin music scene.
A Major Event for Salsa Fans
Over the years, Sesiones Desde La Loma has played a significant role in promoting and revitalising salsa while embracing related genres such as bolero, merengue and traditional Latin American music.
Its arrival in Tenerife marks a major milestone for both the festival and the island’s growing reputation as a destination for international cultural events.
📅 Date: Saturday, 20 June 2026
🕗 Time: From 8:00pm
📍 Location: Plaza del Cristo, La Laguna
🎟️ Admission: Free