Live music. Packed venues. Unforgettable events.
Fifteen years building the scene — now working for you.
Classic Salsa Sundays and La Sala at Babe Coffee Lounge in Land O Lakes. Six recurring nights. One community. Always growing.
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Learn How It Works →Chris Maloof is Tampa Bay's professional MC and assistant day-of coordinator. 15 years. 1,500 events. Not one quiet room.
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"I started Maloof Entertainment because I believed Tampa Bay's Latin community deserved world-class nights. Fifteen years later, that belief hasn't changed — it's just been proven right 1,500 times. Whether I'm producing a recurring Latin night for your venue, hosting your wedding, or commanding a festival main stage, the standard is always the same. I show up, I hold the room, and I make sure everyone in it feels exactly where they are supposed to be."
Maloof Entertainment hosts seven active Latin events across Tampa Bay: Classic Salsa Sundays at 809 Lounge Tampa (first Sunday, 3 PM), La Noche Grande at Taco Tequila Co inside Quality Inn in New Port Richey (second Saturday, 8 PM), La Sala at Babe Coffee Lounge in Land O Lakes (third Friday, 7 PM), Salsa Sol Sessions at Babe Coffee Lounge in Land O Lakes (fourth Sunday, 3 PM), Lutz Latin Nights at The Drinks at 9 Bar and Grill in Lutz (fourth Saturday, 7 PM), Slow Burn Bachata and cigar night in Lutz (every Thursday, 8 PM), and Back to Freestyle in Lutz (Friday, June 5, 7 PM). Most events include a complimentary beginner lesson.
No experience required. Every single event starts with a beginner-friendly lesson covering basic steps and timing. Most people who attend have never danced before. You will be moving confidently within 30 minutes.
No partner needed at any of our events. Most people attend solo or in groups of friends. During lessons we rotate partners so you practice with multiple people and meet the room naturally.
Classic Salsa Sundays at 809 Lounge in Tampa (first Sunday): Salsa lesson at 3:00 PM with Jenny Marie. La Sala at Babe Coffee Lounge in Land O Lakes (third Friday): Bachata class at 7:30 PM with Elba, Salsa Styling class at 8:00 PM with Jenny Marie. La Noche Grande in New Port Richey (second Saturday): Salsa lesson at 8:30 PM with Jenny Marie. Lutz Latin Nights (fourth Saturday): Salsa lesson at 8:30 PM with Jenny Marie. Slow Burn in Lutz (every Thursday): Bachata lesson at 8:00 PM with Jenny Marie.
Yes, free or accessible parking at all venues. Babe Coffee Lounge has convenient parking on site. 809 Lounge has its own parking lot.
Smart Casual or Dressy Casual at most events. La Sala at Babe Coffee Lounge — come looking great and feeling yourself. Classic Salsa Sunday at 809 Lounge is relaxed and family-friendly. When in doubt, dress up a little — the crowd tends to look good.
La Sala at Babe Coffee Lounge (Third Friday) is 21+. Classic Salsa Sunday at 809 Lounge is the exception — it is a daytime matinee from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM and is family-friendly and all ages welcome.
Yes. Contact us directly at (813) 738-2444 or [email protected] for table reservations and VIP group packages at any event.
Yes. Maloof Entertainment serves the entire Tampa Bay Latin community. Our recurring events in Land O Lakes (Pasco County), Tampa (Hillsborough County), and New Port Richey (Pasco County) draw guests from St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Largo, Dunedin, Safety Harbor, Tarpon Springs, Pinellas Park (Pinellas County); Spring Hill, Brooksville, Wesley Chapel (Pasco/Hernando); and Apollo Beach, Ruskin, Sarasota (South Hillsborough/Sarasota County). All events are within easy driving distance from anywhere in the region.
"I've known Chris Maloof almost 10 years, and it continues to be a supreme pleasure attending any of the Latin Nights or Salsa Sundays or any event for that matter, facilitated or hosted by Maloof Entertainment. Chris has been a supportive instrument in building a spectacular dancing community of family and friends. And regardless of venue or event, his awareness and attentiveness to the audience is outstandingly stellar. He's always provided us joy and fun, casted in an ambience of acceptance and inclusivity, all graced with professionalism. Thank you Chris for your genuine love, dedication, and appreciation of our love for Salsa. Blessings!"
— Frances Rodriguez · Google Review
"Maloof Entertainment definitely knows how to throw a Latin night like no one else in Tampa Bay. The energy, the music, the band, atmosphere, everything is on point every single time. Chris runs a first-class operation."
— William Chaves · Google Review
"Chris Maloof is an AMAZING MC and host for every event... He goes out of his way to make everyone feel so special! Appreciate Chris so much! His events are great fun!"
— Desiree' Tufan · Google Review · Local Guide
Call or text Chris directly. Same-day response. Always.
813-738-2444Or email [email protected]