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The Current Maloof Calendar

Recurring event properties across Tampa Bay, Lakeland and Wesley Chapel, the Orlando chapter at Cuba Libre Level 2, and the 1st Annual Coquito y Pasteles Festival™ at Saddlebrook Resort.

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Chris Maloof is Tampa Bay's professional MC and event producer. 16 years. More than 1,500 events.

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"I started Maloof Entertainment because I believed Tampa Bay's Latin community deserved world-class nights. Sixteen years later, that belief hasn't changed. It has been tested across more than 1,500 events. 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."

Chris Maloof Founder, Maloof Entertainment
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Current Maloof Entertainment Calendar

The Nights Have Names

Eight active event properties serving Tampa, Ybor City, Lutz, Wesley Chapel, Lakeland, New Port Richey and Orlando, including the 1st Annual Coquito y Pasteles Festival™. Each property keeps its own audience, cultural promise and music identity. Ticketed events put the official checkout button directly on the event, while each card leads to the most useful current details.

Wesley Chapel • Sunday, December 13, 2026 • Saddlebrook Resort
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1st Annual Coquito y Pasteles Festival™

Navidad boricua has a home in Tampa Bay. Coquito, pasteles, Puerto Rican food, artisans, holiday traditions, cultural programming and live music come together at Saddlebrook Resort for a full Puerto Rican Christmas festival experience. Orchestra Fuego is confirmed LIVE as a full 12-piece orchestra.

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Sunday, December 13 Grand Pavilion at Saddlebrook Resort Orchestra Fuego LIVE Puerto Rican Christmas Culture
Wesley Chapel • Third Saturdays • Saturday, October 17, 2026
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Saddlebrook Third Saturdays

Wesley Chapel gets the full Latin Freestyle resort experience. Orchestra Fuego returns LIVE, Angel “A-LOVE,” formerly of TKA, performs live on stage, DJ Lou Flores keeps the night moving, and Jenny Marie opens the dance floor with a Salsa lesson at 7:30 PM. It is a complete Saturday night at Saddlebrook Resort, built around live music, the records people still know by heart, dancing and a resort setting that makes the night feel like an occasion.

Saddlebrook Resort, Wesley Chapel Doors 7 PM Salsa lesson 7:30 PM October 17
Orlando • Cuba Libre • Level 2 • Thursday, October 8, 2026
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Orlando Latin Freestyle Level 2

Latin Freestyle takes over the second floor of Cuba Libre Orlando for a late-night International Drive experience with DJ KOOL MIKE SKI, plus Salsa, Bachata and House around the Freestyle core.

Cuba Libre Orlando 10 PM to 2 AM October 8
Tampa • Ybor City • Fourth Thursdays • Next: October 22
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Latin Freestyle Centro Ybor

Latin Freestyle upstairs at Centro Lounge & Kitchen, with Salsa at 7:30 PM and a dance floor built around the records people still know immediately.

Centro Lounge & Kitchen 7 PM start Fourth Thursdays
Lutz • Fourth Saturdays • Next: October 24
Recurring

Lutz Latin Nights

A dedicated Latin Saturday for Lutz with Salsa, Bachata and Merengue, built around dancing, community and a full night at The Drinks at 9 Bar & Grill.

The Drinks at 9 Bar & Grill Fourth Saturdays
Lutz • First Fridays • Next: November 6
Freestyle

First Fridays Freestyle

The first Friday of every month belongs to Freestyle in Lutz, with a familiar soundtrack and a room designed for people who still know what the first few notes mean.

The Drinks at 9 Bar & Grill First Fridays
Lakeland • First Fridays • Next: November 6
Latin Freestyle

First Fridays Lakeland

Latin Freestyle returns to The Dram House on the first Friday each month, giving Lakeland its own recurring Maloof Entertainment night.

The Dram House First Fridays
New Port Richey • Second Saturdays • Next: October 10
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La Noche Grande

Salsa, Freestyle, House and Merengue come together for a second-Saturday night in New Port Richey with its own identity and its own crowd.

Taco Tequila Co. Second Saturdays

Frequently Asked Questions

What events are currently on the Maloof Entertainment calendar?

The current calendar includes the 1st Annual Coquito y Pasteles Festival™ at Saddlebrook Resort, Saddlebrook Third Saturdays in Wesley Chapel, Latin Freestyle at Centro Ybor, Lutz Latin Nights, First Fridays Freestyle in Lutz, First Fridays Latin Freestyle in Lakeland, La Noche Grande in New Port Richey, and Orlando Latin Freestyle at Level 2 inside Cuba Libre Orlando.

Where can I find the Coquito y Pasteles Festival™ details?

Use the official festival page for the December 13 event at Saddlebrook Resort, confirmed entertainment, vendor information and the newest public updates.

Where can I find the current Saddlebrook Resort date and lineup?

Use the dedicated Saddlebrook Wesley Chapel event page. It is the current source for the next occurrence, lineup, schedule and official ticket link.

Where can I find the current Orlando Latin Freestyle date and tickets?

Use the dedicated Orlando Latin Freestyle event page for the current occurrence, venue details and official ticket link.

Are all Maloof Entertainment events the same format?

No. Each event has its own music lane, audience and room energy. Check the current event listing or the newest Maloof Entertainment post for that night's exact talent, admission, lesson and schedule.

How do I confirm the latest time, admission or talent?

Use the current official event listing or the newest Maloof Entertainment post for that occurrence. Event-specific details can change while the recurring event identity stays consistent.

Can I contact Maloof Entertainment about an event or booking?

Yes. Call or text 813-738-2444 or email maloofentertainment@gmail.com.

What People Are Saying

★★★★★

"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

Not sure where to start?

Call or text Chris directly. Same-day response. Always.

813-738-2444

Or email maloofentertainment@gmail.com