Festival de la Francophonie • Dance Party: Swaré Konpa

The popular Swaré Konpa with DJ Frantz moves from the Haitian American Museum of Chicago to the Alliance for one night only from 8 to 11 p.m.! Everybody is invited to get initiated to the romantic moves of the Konpa by our dance teachers. Haitian menu available for purchase on-site, $5/a plate. Admission includes a ticket for one Haitian beer or a glass of French wine for participants 21 years and older.

There will be a demonstration class at 7:30 p.m., so don’t be shy and and discover your dancing talent.

Register early for this program! Space is limited. 

This event is made possible thanks to the support of the Consulate General of Haiti in Chicago and the Haitian American Museum of Chicago. 

What is konpa?

Konpa is derived from a Spanish word that means beat or rhythm. Konpa is often sung in Haitian Creole, and is usually played with a very slow tempo. Have a look at Konpa demo here!

Get here

The Alliance francaise de Chicago is one block from the CTA Red line stop at Chicago Avenue. Best bus routes are the 22 on Clark and the 66 on Chicago Avenue.

Parking information:

• The easiest: $12 for 12 hours at InterPark at 100 W Chestnut St. All you need is the rebate ‘chaser" card we give participants.