Iowa City Dance Events

August 2nd Noche de salsa (Salsa Night)

Scores on 33rd - 3287 6th ST SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

Join us on August 2nd for a night of vibrant music and energetic dancing!
Admission is $10
🎵 Featuring DJ Edwin Valladares 🎵
Dance to the rhythms of:
Salsa, Cumbia, Bachata, Merengue, Huapango, Reggaetón, and more!
📅 Date: August 2nd
🕒 Time: 9:30pm
📍 Location: Scores on 33rd,
📍 Address: 3287 6th St SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

August 2nd, 7:30pm - 10:30pm Iowa Corridor Old Brick Dance (tentative)

Old Brick, 26 E Market St, Iowa City, IA 52245

Beginner lesson 7:30 - 8:30pm

Tango with Anne Bates

Social dance to recorded music 8:30 - 10:30pm.

We play a variety of styles, including waltz, foxtrot, tango, quickstep, Viennese waltz, cha-cha, rumba, east coast swing, west coast swing, bolero, samba, salsa, and hustle.

August 3rd iCity Salsa Social

Wildwood BBQ & Saloon, 4919 Walleye Dr SE, Iowa City

Salsa Social at Wildwood, spinning the spiciest of SALSA, BACHATA, CHA CHA, MAMBO, and more!
- Beginners Salsa Lessons at 9:00 PM
- Open dance floor from 10 PM - 1:30 AM
- Cover: $10

August 3rd, 7:00pm - 10:00pm 5 Seasons Swing: Monthly Dance

cherry building, 329 10th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401

Join 5 Seasons Swing at the Cherry Building (329 10th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids) for a beginner lesson at 7pm and a social dance from 8 - 10pm. $10 / person (cash or Venmo accepted). No experience is necessary, and no partner is required.

Fun, frivolity, games, music, dancing...it's the complete package!! Hope to see you there.

This is a recurring event on the first Saturday of each month. Check the Facebook page for event updates.

August 8th, 7:15pm - 9:30pm Swing Dance Lessons - Beginner & Intermediate

Public Space One (South), 538 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA 52240

Weekly lessons every Thursday!

PS1 Close House (538 S Gilbert Street, Iowa City) in the second floor ballroom.

$10 per evening. Drop in - no need to register or bring a partner!

7:15 - 8:00pm Beginner Lesson
8:00 - 8:30pm Social Dance/Practice
8:30 - 9:30pm Level 2 Lessons

A new series of 4 lessons begins at the first of every month. The first Thursday of the month is the best time to start for beginners!

Join the Facebook group and/or follow our Facebook page for updates.

August 10th, 6:00pm - 10:00pm Sunset Salsa

Pedestrian Mall, 210 S Dubuque St, Iowa City, IA 52240

Sunset Salsa is a FREE outdoor event which boosts mental and physical health through Latin dancing.

Sunset Salsa is solely promoted by Iowa City Downtown District.

Event Updates >>> https://www.facebook.com/share/KzSEiLwbCBm6uCA1/?mibextid=LQQJ4

August 13th, 7:00pm - 9:30pm Green House Swing Dance Social

The Green House, 505 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA 52240

Meet us for a drink and a spin around the dance floor. Come to enjoy a relaxed evening of dance, drinks, and connecting with friends. We will DJ music to dance lindy hop and other swing dances. All (safe & respectful) dance moves are welcome.

A beginner swing lesson will be taught at 7pm, followed by the social dance at 7:30. No partner or experience required.

There is no charge for this event. Please plan to purchase drinks from our generous host and tip well!

August 13th, 7:00pm - 9:30pm Tango Lesson & Practica

Public Space One (South), 538 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA 52240

Join us for our weekly Argentine Tango social dance and lesson. We begin with an all-levels class at 7:00 PM, suitable for newcomers and experienced dancers alike.

Following the lesson, from 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM, a DJ will play a mix of traditional and contemporary tango music to dance to.

Please note:

Enter through the back entrance and ring the bell.
Wear comfortable clothing that allows for easy movement.
Admission is free for first-time attendees, $5 for others.

We look forward to seeing you for an evening of dance and music in a friendly community atmosphere. The dance floor awaits!

Follow the Tango Iowa Facebook Group or email dwight.vanhorn3@outlook.com to be added to email updates.

August 15th, 7:15pm - 9:30pm Swing Dance Lessons - Beginner & Intermediate

Public Space One (South), 538 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA 52240

Weekly lessons every Thursday!

PS1 Close House (538 S Gilbert Street, Iowa City) in the second floor ballroom.

$10 per evening. Drop in - no need to register or bring a partner!

7:15 - 8:00pm Beginner Lesson
8:00 - 8:30pm Social Dance/Practice
8:30 - 9:30pm Level 2 Lessons

A new series of 4 lessons begins at the first of every month. The first Thursday of the month is the best time to start for beginners!

Join the Facebook group and/or follow our Facebook page for updates.

August 16th Salsa Night At Vue Rooftop

Vue Rooftop - Hotel Hilton Garden's Address: 328 S Clinton St, Iowa City, IA 52240

Admission is $15
Dance to the rhythms of:
Salsa, Cumbia, Bachata, Merengue, Reggaetón, and more!
💃Salsa/ Bachata Instructor: Ken Hegwood🕺
Lessons at 9pm on the 2nd Floor of the Hilton Garden Hotel Ballroom section.
📅 Date: August 16th
🕒 Time: 10:00pm social dancing on 12th floor

August 18th, 3:00pm - 5:00pm Iowa Corridor Dance - Ely American Legion

Ely American Legion (St. Quentin Post 555), 1545 Main St, Ely, IA 52227

Social dancing to recorded music (no lesson).

We play a variety of styles, including waltz, foxtrot, tango, cha-cha, rumba, east coast swing, west coast swing, bolero, samba, salsa, and hustle.

August 22nd, 7:15pm - 9:30pm Swing Dance Lessons - Beginner & Intermediate

Public Space One (South), 538 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA 52240

Weekly lessons every Thursday!

PS1 Close House (538 S Gilbert Street, Iowa City) in the second floor ballroom.

$10 per evening. Drop in - no need to register or bring a partner!

7:15 - 8:00pm Beginner Lesson
8:00 - 8:30pm Social Dance/Practice
8:30 - 9:30pm Level 2 Lessons

A new series of 4 lessons begins at the first of every month. The first Thursday of the month is the best time to start for beginners!

Join the Facebook group and/or follow our Facebook page for updates.

August 23rd, 6:30pm - 9:00pm Dandelion Stompers play Summer of the Arts: Friday Night Concert Series

Pedestrian Mall, 210 S Dubuque St, Iowa City, IA 52240

The Dandelion Stompers are playing the August 23, 2024 Summer of the Arts Friday Night Concert Series!

August 27th, 7:00pm - 9:30pm Tango Lesson & Practica

Public Space One (South), 538 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA 52240

Join us for our weekly Argentine Tango social dance and lesson. We begin with an all-levels class at 7:00 PM, suitable for newcomers and experienced dancers alike.

Following the lesson, from 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM, a DJ will play a mix of traditional and contemporary tango music to dance to.

Please note:

Enter through the back entrance and ring the bell.
Wear comfortable clothing that allows for easy movement.
Admission is free for first-time attendees, $5 for others.

We look forward to seeing you for an evening of dance and music in a friendly community atmosphere. The dance floor awaits!

Follow the Tango Iowa Facebook Group or email dwight.vanhorn3@outlook.com to be added to email updates.

August 29th, 7:15pm - 9:30pm Swing Dance Lessons - Beginner & Intermediate

Public Space One (South), 538 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA 52240

Weekly lessons every Thursday!

PS1 Close House (538 S Gilbert Street, Iowa City) in the second floor ballroom.

$10 per evening. Drop in - no need to register or bring a partner!

7:15 - 8:00pm Beginner Lesson
8:00 - 8:30pm Social Dance/Practice
8:30 - 9:30pm Level 2 Lessons

A new series of 4 lessons begins at the first of every month. The first Thursday of the month is the best time to start for beginners!

Join the Facebook group and/or follow our Facebook page for updates.

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