let's do fun thingsdance · chicago
dancing in chicago
from beginner classes you can drop into to social dance nights with a packed floor — find somewhere to dance in chicago this week. no partner required.
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miles and mimosas
Abraham Lincoln The Man - Monument
2045 N Lincoln Park W, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
a sunday morning that actually feels good. run if you want. walk if you want. show up for the brunch and no one will judge. we're starting with three pace groups so everyone can move at their own speed: fast pace, 2 miles easy pace, 2 miles walk + talk, 1 mile everyone meets at whispers on oakstreet beach at 10:30 for dancing, a dj, drinks, food, and the kind of exciting morning sunday is supposed to be. bring a friend, bring two, bring the one who swore they'd never run.
sundays are for dancing
Whispers at Oak Street Beach
1001 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
sundays are for dancing is chicago's free, feel-good morning dance party at whispers, right by oak street beach. show up at 10:30am, grab your spot, and let the good music take over. we're going to have a dj making you move with the skyline in front of you and sand and lake michigan right behind you just early enough to feel good about doing something, just late enough to shake your hang over cant wait to catch you out there beach attire encouraged
singles, sun, and salsa
Whispers on Oak Street Beach
Oak Street Beach, 1000 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
salsa as the sun goes down, right on the sand at whispers on oak street beach. we start with a beginner friendly lesson, then it's open dancing with music, drinks, and good company. this one is built for meeting someone new. we sell equal men's and women's tickets so the dance floor stays balanced all night. heads up: this event is geared toward straight singles looking to meet the opposite sex. 6:30 to 9pm at whispers on oak street beach. bring comfy shoes and an open mind.
adult prom
chez wedding venue
chicago, il
your second chance at the best night of high school, but make it 21+ and masked. corsages, choreography, and the cringey photo you've never shown anyone. masquerade : a mask waiting at the door, or bring your own live band + dj : cover band at 8:30, dj takes over at 10 prom court + superlatives : crowned at midnight, voted live the punch bowl : 2000s recipes by hand, open bar add-on the entrance wall : your worst high school photo, printed large late night bites : sliders, vegan tacos, a midnight drop got a cringey high school photo? upload it for the entrance wall → sat june 27, 8pm to 2am at chez wedding venue. mask and pro photos in every ticket.
let's learn bachata advanced (3 part series)
We The People Fitness Studio
1229 N North Branch St #3/F, Chicago, IL 60642, USA
Overview 3 part bachata workshop for people who are serious about learning how to dance to get in: type in: suite 306 code: 476981 Bachata Workshop Series — PLEASE READ 💃 Your ticket includes: • All 3 parts of our progressive bachata workshop •3 weeks dancing, practice, community, and real progress • One ticket covers everything — no add-ons needed This is a true progressive series — each class intentionally builds on the last so you actually grow week to week. Classes are advanced-beginner to low-intermediate friendly. (If you're brand-new, our regular socials are beginner-friendly!) SCHEDULE july 7th july 14th july 28th includes salsa before sunset social july 23rd we the people fitness studio WHY THIS WORKSHOP IS WORTH IT • You actually improve. Most classes teach random patterns each week. This workshop is intentionally structured so you build rhythm, timing, connection, and usable partnerwork. • You won’t feel lost. We keep the level consistent and the pacing supportive. Everyone’s here to learn — not judge. • You build a dance crew. Three classes + = a built-in community. People make real friends in these workshops. • It’s an insane value. Three classes + multiple instructors + structured progression… This would normally run $150–$250 elsewhere. We keep it accessible so Chicago can dance. WHO THIS IS FOR • People who want to level up their bachata • Anyone who can keep a beat and wants structure + real progress • Dancers who want confidence for Bachata on a School Night WHO THIS IS NOT FOR • Someone looking for a one-time “try it once” class — this is a progressive workshop
let's learn salsa (3 part series)
We The People Fitness Studio
1229 N North Branch St #3/F, Chicago, IL 60642, USA
Overview 3 part salsa workshop (+ a 4th event that's a dance social) for people who are serious about learning how to dance the event starts at 10:15am on the last saturday ( July 25th ) salsa Workshop Series — PLEASE READ 💃 Your ticket includes: • All 3 parts of our progressive salsa workshop • 1 social dance night at castaways ( salas before sunset) • A full month of dancing, practice, community, and real progress • One ticket covers everything — no add-ons needed This is a true progressive series — each class intentionally builds on the last so you actually grow week to week. Classes are advanced-beginner to low-intermediate friendly. (If you're brand-new, our regular socials are beginner-friendly!) WHY THIS WORKSHOP IS WORTH IT • You actually improve. Most classes teach random patterns each week. This workshop is intentionally structured so you build rhythm, timing, connection, and usable partnerwork. • You won’t feel lost. We keep the level consistent and the pacing supportive. Everyone’s here to learn — not judge. • You build a dance crew. Three classes + a social = a built-in community. People make real friends in these workshops. • You get real-world practice. The included salsa before susnet social gives you a perfect chance to try your skills in a welcoming, lively environment. • It’s an insane value. Three classes + one social + multiple instructors + structured progression… This would normally run $150–$250 elsewhere. We keep it accessible so Chicago can dance. WHO THIS IS FOR • People who want to level up their salsa • Anyone who can keep a beat and wants structure + real progress • Dancers who want confidence for salsa on a School Night WHO THIS IS NOT FOR • Someone looking for a one-time “try it once” class — this is a progressive workshop
singles, sun, and salsa
Whispers on Oak Street Beach
Oak Street Beach, 1000 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
salsa as the sun goes down, right on the sand at whispers on oak street beach. we start with a beginner friendly lesson, then it's open dancing with music, drinks, and good company. this one is built for meeting someone new. we sell equal men's and women's tickets so the dance floor stays balanced all night. heads up: this event is geared toward straight singles looking to meet the opposite sex. 6:30 to 9pm at whispers on oak street beach. bring comfy shoes and an open mind.
salsa before sunset
Castaways Beach Club
1603 N Jean Baptiste Pointe du Sable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
salsa, the beach, and the best skyline view in the city. 21+ we're taking over castaways on north avenue beach for a night of salsa dancing right as the sun dips behind the city. the night opens with a beginner-friendly lesson, so whether you're a seasoned dancer or you've never moved to a beat in your life, you'll be on the floor in no time. then the dj takes over with the best of salsa, bachata, and latin hits while the sky lights up over lake michigan. come solo, bring your crew, or show up ready to meet someone new. no partner needed. no experience necessary. just bring an open mind and shoes you can spin in.
singles, sun, and salsa
Whispers on Oak Street Beach
Oak Street Beach, 1000 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
salsa as the sun goes down, right on the sand at whispers on oak street beach. we start with a beginner friendly lesson, then it's open dancing with music, drinks, and good company. this one is built for meeting someone new. we sell equal men's and women's tickets so the dance floor stays balanced all night. heads up: this event is geared toward straight singles looking to meet the opposite sex. 6:30 to 9pm at whispers on oak street beach. bring comfy shoes and an open mind.
salsa before sunset
Castaways Beach Club
1603 N Jean Baptiste Pointe du Sable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
salsa, the beach, and the best skyline view in the city. 21+ we're taking over castaways on north avenue beach for a night of salsa dancing right as the sun dips behind the city. the night opens with a beginner-friendly lesson, so whether you're a seasoned dancer or you've never moved to a beat in your life, you'll be on the floor in no time. then the dj takes over with the best of salsa, bachata, and latin hits while the sky lights up over lake michigan. come solo, bring your crew, or show up ready to meet someone new. no partner needed. no experience necessary. just bring an open mind and shoes you can spin in.
salsa before sunset
Castaways Beach Club
1603 N Jean Baptiste Pointe du Sable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
salsa, the beach, and the best skyline view in the city. 21+ we're taking over castaways on north avenue beach for a night of salsa dancing right as the sun dips behind the city. the night opens with a beginner-friendly lesson, so whether you're a seasoned dancer or you've never moved to a beat in your life, you'll be on the floor in no time. then the dj takes over with the best of salsa, bachata, and latin hits while the sky lights up over lake michigan. come solo, bring your crew, or show up ready to meet someone new. no partner needed. no experience necessary. just bring an open mind and shoes you can spin in.
common questions
- i've never danced before — where should i start?
- look for events with 'learn' in the name or 'beginner-friendly' on the card. they're built for first-timers.
- do i need a partner?
- no. partner-rotation is the default at every social dance night on this list. you'll dance with a dozen people in a single evening.