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New York · Dance · Next 30 days

85 dance events to explore in New York over the next 30 days

Dance events include dance mixers, meetups, and gatherings across New York. New York has 85 dance events on the calendar over the next 30 days across 18 neighborhoods, and 9 of them are free. Sunday is the busiest day, and Chelsea is the busiest neighborhood.

Dance Class · 43Salsa · 12Bachata · 6Dance · 5Bachata Class · 2Free · 9
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Tap Dance with your Hands
Tap Dance with your Hands11Trending
Dance Class · Surya Sound Temple · Bushwick · Tue, Jul 28 · 2:00 PM

“Tap Dance with your Hands” is a class designed to explore balance, rhythm and movement with the percussion instrument known as Khartal. Khartal, a traditional Indian percussion instrument, shares a rhythmic lineage with spoons, bones, and castanets—but remains largely unknown ou

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DANCE DANCE DANCE
DANCE DANCE DANCE9Popular
Dance · Le Bain · West Village · Wed, Jul 29 · 6:00 PM
13 people interested

Only one RSVP per email. Please be advised space is limited and RSVP does not guarantee admission, which is based on capacity and door discretion. Therefore early arrival is suggested. Doors 4PM.

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Aventura Night - #1 Bachata Party NYC
Aventura Night - #1 Bachata Party NYC8
Bachata · San Antonios · Lower East Side · Sat, Aug 1 · 5:00 PM
1 people interested

Step into the ultimate Bachata experience at San Antonio’s NYC with Aventura Night! Immerse yourself in the smooth rhythms and heartfelt lyrics of Aventura, Romeo Santos and classic Bachata hits all night long. VIP Bottle Service and Birthday Reservations Available: sanantonios@p

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Modern Bachata class
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Dance Class · Bachata Class · 500 8th Ave · Midtown · Tue, Jul 28 · 7:00 PM

Modern Bachata class Jump into our in-person Modern Bachata class and learn smooth moves with great vibes! Eventbrite - THE EMBASSY FOR DANCERS NYC presents Modern Bachata class - Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at 500 8th Ave, New York, NY. Find event and ticket information. Organizer: T

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Salsa Social at Washington Square Park - Free Event
Salsa Social at Washington Square Park - Free Event0
Dance · Venue TBA · — · Tue, Jul 28 · 9:00 PM

FREE Every Wednesday, May 14 – October 28 6:00–9:00 PM Garibaldi Plaza in Washington Square Park Salsa Social returns to Washington Square Park this summer! Enjoy a laid-back night of dancing in the heart of the city, presented by the Washington Square Park Conservancy and led by

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Martha Graham: The Mother of Psychological Dance Gallery Tour
Martha Graham: The Mother of Psychological Dance Gallery Tour0
Dance · New York Public Library for the Performing Arts - Oenslager Gallery · Long Island City · Wed, Jul 29 · 11:00 AM

Martha Graham: The Mother of Psychological Dance Gallery Tour Gallery Tour for our new exhibition Martha Graham: The Mother of Psychological Dance. Eventbrite - New York Public Library for the Performing Arts presents Martha Graham: The Mother of Psychological Dance Gallery Tour

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Salsa Classes for Beginners on Wednesdays
Salsa Classes for Beginners on Wednesdays0
Salsa · Pearl Studios NYC · Midtown · Wed, Jul 29 · 5:30 PM

Salsa Classes for Beginners on Wednesdays Make this your year, by learning & dancing New York Style Salsa On2. Cumulative classes, Meet new friends and attend events to practice! Eventbrite - Piel Canela Dance Company presents Salsa Classes for Beginners on Wednesdays - Wednesday

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Pole Dance Class
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Dance Class · 81 Prospect St · DUMBO · Wed, Jul 29 · 6:00 PM

Pole Dance Class Learn a fun pole choreography, build confidence, and leave with a routine you'll want to dance again and again! Eventbrite - ditwirls presents Pole Dance Class - Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 81 Prospect St, Brooklyn, NY. Find event and ticket information. Organize

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Salsa Classes for Beginners on Mondays
Salsa · Midtown · Sun, Aug 2 · 8:00 PM
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Pole Dance Class
Dance Class · DUMBO · Wed, Jul 29 · 6:00 PM
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Barre Class
Dance Class · Chelsea · Wed, Aug 26 · 7:00 PM
Where it's busiest · next 30 days
Two neighborhoods to know
Chelsea18 events · next 30 days

A distinct part of New York, Chelsea has its own mix of gathering places, local landmarks, and street-level character.

Midtown11 events · next 30 days

New York’s high-density performance and visitor core, concentrating Broadway, landmark venues, and major cultural institutions.

The month's mix · 85 dance events
Dance Class ×43
Salsa ×12
Bachata ×6
Dance ×5
Bachata Class ×2
Salsa Class ×2Dance Workshop ×1
The weekly clock
Sunday is the main event
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Dance events cluster on Sundays over the next 30 days.
The standing calendar
Something for every day of the week
Monday
Aug 3 · 10:00 AM
Kids' Acoustic Music ShowDance Class · Bryant Park · Midtown
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Tuesday
Jul 28 · 2:00 PM
Tap Dance with your HandsDance Class · Surya Sound Temple · Bushwick
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Wednesday
Jul 29 · 6:00 PM
DANCE DANCE DANCEDance · Le Bain · West Village
13 people interested
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Thursday
Aug 6 · 7:00 PM
SIN WAGONDance Class · Revision Lounge & Gallery · East Village
62 people interested
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Friday
Jul 31 · 2:00 PM
Tap Dance with your HandsDance Class · Surya Sound Temple · Bushwick
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Saturday
Aug 8 · 11:00 AM
Rescheduled to 8th Aug | Belly Dance in the Park and PicnicDance · 1802 65th Street Transverse
7 people interested
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Sunday
Aug 9 · 10:30 AM
Your Sunday ResetDance Class · Ballet Academy East · Upper East Side
1 people interested
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Planning ahead

Dance, day by day

61 events over the next 14 days
TUE
28
3
BIGGEST
WED
29
10
THU
30
4
FRI
31
5
SAT
1
4
SUN
2
7
QUIETEST
MON
3
2
TUE
4
2
WED
5
2
THU
6
2
FRI
7
4
SAT
8
9
SUN
9
5
MON
10
2
Is this a big week for dance?
Next 7 days · 35
Typical 7 days · 40
5 fewer events than typical 7 days. Each dot ≈ 2 events.
Typical = average of 5 comparable rolling 7-day periods; 3 incomplete periods were excluded.
▼ 12% Quieter
in line with a typical week
More than typical:
+1 Dance
Dance by neighborhood
Chelsea18Midtown11Lower East Side9Bushwick6Upper East Side3Upper West Side3
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Upcoming dance events
1Tap Dance with your Hands2DANCE DANCE DANCE3Aventura Night - #1 Bachata Party NYC4Modern Bachata class5Salsa Social at Washington Square Park - Free Event6Martha Graham: The Mother of Psychological Dance Gallery Tour7Salsa Classes for Beginners on Wednesdays8Pole Dance Class9Ecstatic Dance at GreenPoint Loft10Belly Dance Classes by Samantha Diaz11Bachata Classes for Beginners12Barre ClassSee all 85 →
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Dance in New York, answered
Are there free dance events in New York?

9 of the next 30 days' 85 events are free.

What is the best day for dance in New York?

Sunday — more events land on Sunday than any other day in the next 30 days.

Where does dance happen in New York?

Chelsea leads with 18 events in the next 30 days, more than any other neighborhood.

Are there dance events in New York this week?

35 events are on this week.

How are these events ordered?

By Heat Score — a blend of interest, saves, and activity signals from our event database. No paid placement.

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