2025
October 2025
Wednesday 1 October 2025
Wed 1 Oct, 6:30-7:30 pm. Beginning Argentine Tango class in a private home.
Welcome to the world of Argentine Tango. This beginner's class is your gateway to its profound health benefits: Physically, tango improves balance, posture, and cardiovascular health through its elegant, deliberate movements. Mentally, the process of learning and improvising movements and navigating the dance floor enhances cognitive function, memory, and focus, a powerful tool for brain health. Furthermore, a moving meditation reduces stress and cultivates a deep, non-verbal connection with your partner, fostering mindfulness and a joyful sense of self-expression.
Our purpose is not towards a destination as a (how great) dancer to become, but mainly to make the best out of the journey. Believe, it will be fun right from the first class.
Health benefits of tango based on research published in the New England Journal of Medicine; Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience; The Arts in Psych ... Gainesville. Andrea Pham. $15. Tango Papirusa - [more][email][events]
Thursday 2 October 2025
Thu 2 Oct, 7:30-10:30 pm. 7:30 Lesson
8:30 Dancing
Join GSD for FREE swing dancing every Thursday in a beautiful, air-conditioned, historic dance hall with hardwood floors with LIVE MUSIC from Porch Swing! Join us for an evening filled with music and dancing in a welcoming and inclusive environment.
No partner or experience is needed.
Parking:
Free street parking is available in front of or beside the building, as well as in the nearby Friends of the Library lot.
Admission:
Free, donations encouraged via cash or Venmo. Rosa B Williams Center, 524 NW First Street, Gainesville, 32601. Edward Stephen Gavlick III, 352-246-4525. Gainesville Swing Dancing - [website][email][events]
Friday 3 October 2025
Fri 3 Oct to Sat 4 Oct, 7-10 pm. Friday 7-10 pm
Saturday Noon-3 pm
Saturday 6-9pm. Dancing Fish, 6220 Dogwood Lane, Melrose. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [website][email][events]
Fri 3 Oct, 7-10:30 pm. 7:00 pm Class
7:30 pm Dancing
Join us at our First Friday of the Month Dance.
Conveniently located 5 minutes off of I-75 and just down the road from Paddock Mall. PM Respiratory, 3306 SW 26 Avenue, Suite 402, Ocala, 34471. Carol Smith, 352-361-9202. $10. Ocala West Coast Swing - [website][events]
Fri 3 Oct, 8:15-11:45 pm. 8:15 pm Lesson
9 pm Social
$10 Before 9 pm
$15 After 9 pm. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville, 32607-2800. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [website][email][events]
Saturday 4 October 2025
Sat 4 Oct, 12-9 pm. Friday 7-10 pm
Saturday Noon-3 pm
Saturday 6-9pm. Dancing Fish, 6220 Dogwood Lane, Melrose. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [website][email][events]
Sat 4 Oct, 8 pm-12 am. Disco Fundraiser Party. Prizes, food and fun. Silver Springs Shores Community Center, 590 Silver Road, Ocala. Beatriz Johnson Nunez. Public - [website][events]
Monday 6 October 2025
Mon 6 Oct, 7-7:50 pm. Join us on Mondays for 4 weeks to learn Waltz and Fox Trot, 2 classic dances. Waltz will be Sept 29 and Oct 6. Fox Trot will be Oct 13 and Oct 20.
We start with the basics in each dance, no experience needed.
Singles and couples are welcome.
4 week cost is $50/person or $13/class. Couples are $100/4 weeks or $25/class, cash or check. Email to register, pay at first class. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Parris, 352-331-2742. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [website][email][events]
Thursday 9 October 2025
Thu 9 Oct, 7-9 pm. 6:30 Doors open
7:00 Dancing
Gail and Alan Keicher DJ.
One block north of Silver Springs Blvd, behind the Ocala Civic Theater. Hall at Our Lady of the Springs Church, 4047 NE 21 Street, Ocala. Gail Keicher-todaro. $10. Public - [website][events]
Friday 10 October 2025
Fri 10 Oct to Sun 12 Oct. This October, the ghosts are groovin’ and the ghouls are gettin’ down — and you are invited to the most spooktacular swing dance weekend of the year.
Join us October 10–12 in Gainesville, Florida, for three thrilling days of workshops, socials, and frightfully good fun.
But beware… this year, it’s not just a workshop — it’s a RETREAT.
Your ticket includes lodging so you can dance ‘til midnight, rest in peace (literally), and wake up ready to haunt the dance floor again. Non-lodging tickets are also available.
Do not miss this boo-tiful weekend of tricks, treats, and swingouts so good… they will raise the dead. Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center, 210 SE 134 Avenue, Micanopy. Edward Stephen Gavlick III, 352-246-4525. Gainesville Swing Dancing - [website][email][events]
Fri 10 Oct, 8-11 pm. 8 pm Intro Class
8:30 pm Social
Fun, beginner-friendly bachata or Salsa dance class.
No partner? No problem! We rotate partners so everyone can join.
A vibrant and welcoming community.
A chance to connect, dance, and unwind.
Just show up. No partner, no stress. Never taken a dance class before? We got you.
We are making space just for you to try Latin dance in the most chill way possible. Zero pressure. All fun.
?Whether you are coming solo, with friends, or as a couple, everyone is welcome. Let us dance, mingle, and make memories on the dance floor. Rhythm Room Dance Studio, 7116 N 23 Street, Suite 500, McAllen, 78504. Marissa, 956-569-6134. $10. Rhythm Room Dance Studio - [email][events]
Saturday 11 October 2025
Sat 11 Oct to Sun 12 Oct. This October, the ghosts are groovin’ and the ghouls are gettin’ down — and you are invited to the most spooktacular swing dance weekend of the year.
Join us October 10–12 in Gainesville, Florida, for three thrilling days of workshops, socials, and frightfully good fun.
But beware… this year, it’s not just a workshop — it’s a RETREAT.
Your ticket includes lodging so you can dance ‘til midnight, rest in peace (literally), and wake up ready to haunt the dance floor again. Non-lodging tickets are also available.
Do not miss this boo-tiful weekend of tricks, treats, and swingouts so good… they will raise the dead. Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center, 210 SE 134 Avenue, Micanopy. Edward Stephen Gavlick III, 352-246-4525. Gainesville Swing Dancing - [website][email][events]
Sat 11 Oct, 10-11 am. RSVP required.
Gentle slow flow and meditation.
Give yourself the opportunity to slow down intentionally, ground, and breathe. Inspired by the pace of Tai Chi and the creativity of Nia, this slow meditative flow invites you to explore and refine mobility, stability, focus, and patience—finding more spaciousness and quiet within.
SloMo is a new modality created by Sarit Sela, a Nia 1st Degree Black Belt instructor passionate about sensory movement and mindfulness.
$10-$20
Reach out to Sarit to save your spot on Facebook or email.
Enjoy a few words from a participant after her first SloMo session:
Discover the joy of moving slowly by engaging your breath, your body, and your mind in a meditation that takes you to your inner depths.
You begin by sitting. Relax. Let your mind explore where it will, or empty it and let it rest.
Then allow yourself to melt into the music. As you move, you open yourself by listening to wha ... Duckpond Neighborhood (contact for location), Gainesville, 32601. Sarit Sela, 650-796-9956. Move, Breathe, Create with Sarit Sela - [more][email][events]
Sat 11 Oct, 12-2 pm. Join us at the Eco Farm Festival in Alachua.
A day of music, nature, community, and sustainable living.
https://www.youtube.com/@MCandTheWayBackBand
Eco Teaching Farm, 17306 NW 112th Blvd, Alachua. Free. Public - [website][events]
Sat 11 Oct, 6:30-8:30 pm. Registration: $20 per person
No dance experience needed—just an open heart and a willingness to move.
RSVP by phone or email
Walk-ins welcome
Step into a transformative experience where movement becomes magic. In this immersive workshop, we will journey through ancient dance techniques that align body, spirit, and the cosmic energies that surround us. With every step, sway, and spiral, we’ll channel universal forces to awaken our vital life energy and ignite the creative spark within.
This is more than dance. It is a sacred celebration of the divine essence that lives in each of us. Come ready to move, feel, and embody your spirit in a powerful new way.
About Astarte
Astarte is a visionary dancer and spiritual guide whose art flows from a deep well of multicultural wisdom. Her studies in global traditions of art and mysticism have shaped a soulful approach to movement as a sacred practice. Through her Sacred Dance wor ... The Sacred Earth Center, 2606 NW 6 Street, Gainesville. Astarte Tzighan, 352-792-5025, 352-231-7835. Aurora Healing Arts - [more][email][events]
Sat 11 Oct, 7-9 pm. Join us every second Saturday of the month for Jazz on the Green live music, food, and drinks and more. Do not miss Gainesville Big Band on the stage in the Promenade.
Spread a blanket under the setting sun, and catch some beautiful music on the green.
See you there.
We are taking all precautions during this time to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for this event. We recommend that event attendees follow CDC recommendations to wear a mask and maintain a safe social distance while enjoying the music. If you have any questions or concerns please message us.
Visit our website to view the 2025 Jazz on the Green Schedule: www.celebrationpointe.com/events/jazz-on-the-green-2. Celebration Pointe, 4989 NW 40 Place, Gainesville, 32606. Swing Dance Gainesville - [website][events]
Sat 11 Oct, 8-10 pm. Doors open at 7:30 pm.
Join us while you enjoy great music, snacks, and cold A/C in a beautiful venue.
Rsvp. Limited to 60 dancers.
$15 per person, $25 per couple, cash or check. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Parris, 352-331-2742. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [website][email][events]
Sunday 12 October 2025
Sun 12 Oct. This October, the ghosts are groovin’ and the ghouls are gettin’ down — and you are invited to the most spooktacular swing dance weekend of the year.
Join us October 10–12 in Gainesville, Florida, for three thrilling days of workshops, socials, and frightfully good fun.
But beware… this year, it’s not just a workshop — it’s a RETREAT.
Your ticket includes lodging so you can dance ‘til midnight, rest in peace (literally), and wake up ready to haunt the dance floor again. Non-lodging tickets are also available.
Do not miss this boo-tiful weekend of tricks, treats, and swingouts so good… they will raise the dead. Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center, 210 SE 134 Avenue, Micanopy. Edward Stephen Gavlick III, 352-246-4525. Gainesville Swing Dancing - [website][email][events]
Sun 12 Oct, 6-9 pm. Confirm location
Schedule
6:00 pm Doors Open
6:30 pm Opening Circle
7:05 pm Doors Locked
To Maintain the Sanctity of the Container doors will be locked until the End of Dance.
Tickets
https://square.link/u/OAj69FQd
Pay What You Can Sliding Scale
$10 - $25
Purchasing tickets at a higher price allows us to offer the $10 option to others.
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About the dance and facilitator
My name is Elliot Larkin, I play the roles of dad, husband, home builder, property manager, stained glass artist, fri ... Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville, 32609-8524. Dharm Khalsa, 352-316-0506. Public - [more][website][events]
Monday 13 October 2025
Mon 13 Oct, 7-7:50 pm. Join us on Mondays for 4 weeks to learn Waltz and Fox Trot, 2 classic dances. Waltz will be Sept 29 and Oct 6. Fox Trot will be Oct 13 and Oct 20.
We start with the basics in each dance, no experience needed.
Singles and couples are welcome.
4 week cost is $50/person or $13/class. Couples are $100/4 weeks or $25/class, cash or check. Email to register, pay at first class. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Parris, 352-331-2742. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [website][email][events]
Tuesday 14 October 2025
Tue 14 Oct, 7 pm. 7 pm On2 Salsa
8 pm Casino Rueda
$5 first class.
$15 for single class.
See our website for price packages.
Possible changes to schedule may occur.
Arrive 15 minutes before class to get registered or signed in.
These are adult dance classes.
No entry 10 minutes after class has started. Rhythm Room Dance Studio, 7116 N 23 Street, Suite 500, McAllen, 78504. Marissa, 956-569-6134. Rhythm Room Dance Studio - [email][events]
Tue 14 Oct, 7:30-10:30 pm. This dance has been canceled.
7:30 pm Beginner lesson
8:30 pm Dancing
Show your Gator pride with orange and blue.
Everyone is welcome.
No partner or experience needed.
Free parking in the Reitz Union Parking Garage
Admission:
Free. Recommended donation of $5 encouraged via cash or Venmo. Rion Ballroom, J. Wayne Reitz Union, UF Campus, 655 Reitz Union Drive, Gainesville, 32611. Edward Stephen Gavlick III, 352-246-4525. Gainesville Swing Dancing - [website][email][events]
Wednesday 15 October 2025
Wed 15 Oct, 7 pm. 7 pm Salsa 1
7 pm Bachata 1
8 pm Salsa 2
8 pm Bachata 2
8:45 pm Dancing
$5 first class.
$15 for single class.
See our website for price packages.
Possible changes to schedule may occur.
Arrive 15 minutes before class to get registered or signed in.
These are adult dance classes.
No entry 10 minutes after class has started. Rhythm Room Dance Studio, 7116 N 23 Street, Suite 500, McAllen, 78504. Marissa, 956-569-6134. Rhythm Room Dance Studio - [email][events]
Thursday 16 October 2025
Thu 16 Oct, 6-9 pm. You can start after the first class if you do not mind being a little behind. Contact me if you are unsure.
6:00 pm Argentine Tango
7:00 pm West Coast Swing
8:00 pm Waltz
$60 for new dancers for 4 weeks
$10 per night for those with experience
Four Thursdays on September 18, 25, and October 16, 23.
Four-week beginner series for new dancers. Have fun learning to dance with a partner.
You learn to dance gently, as light as a feather, without the use of force, with no pushing and pulling.
Contact me to get on the newsletter for these sessions.
Let me know if you can attend.
Invite others.
If financial considerations keep you from dancing, contact us to make arrangements you can afford. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672 voice, 352-559-3750 text. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Thu 16 Oct, 7 pm. 7 pm Ballroom American Tango
8 pm Swing
$5 first class.
$15 for single class.
See our website for price packages.
Possible changes to schedule may occur.
Arrive 15 minutes before class to get registered or signed in.
These are adult dance classes.
No entry 10 minutes after class has started. Rhythm Room Dance Studio, 7116 N 23 Street, Suite 500, McAllen, 78504. Marissa, 956-569-6134. Rhythm Room Dance Studio - [email][events]
Thu 16 Oct, 7-9:30 pm. 7:00 Lesson
7:30 Dancing
Greg Nelson will be our DJ and give us a dance lesson.
The USA Dance Ocala venue is located in the Barn at Bellemoor, an elegant and spacious ballroom/wedding venue situated in Belleview, just minutes from US 301. The venue features a large, pristine, polished concrete floor that moves smoothly when dancing. The five-year-old venue is beautifully decorated with 11 crystal chandeliers, high ceilings, and ample seating. The large parking lot is lighted. This venue is truly a gem. We cannot wait for you to join us on the dance floor. Barn at Bellemoor, 10642 SE 36 Avenue, Belleview, 34420. Bill d'Angelo dangelo0909@gmail.com. $10 members, $15 non-members. USA Dance Ocala - [website][email][events]
Friday 17 October 2025
Fri 17 Oct, 7-9:45 pm. 6:00 pm — Setup
7:00 pm – Introductory Workshop and Contra Dance
9:45 pm — Cleanup
$10
No partner needed. Donation admission. All welcome. Live band and caller. All dances taught. Provided by Gainesville Old Time Dance Society. Come enjoy the pleasures of music and dance and friendly people with us. United Church of Gainesville, 1624 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [website][email][events]
Fri 17 Oct, 7 pm. 7 pm Cumbia 1
8 pm Cumbia 2
8 pm Country
8:45 pm Line Dancing
$5 first class.
$15 for single class.
See our website for price packages.
Possible changes to schedule may occur.
Arrive 15 minutes before class to get registered or signed in.
These are adult dance classes.
No entry 10 minutes after class has started. Rhythm Room Dance Studio, 7116 N 23 Street, Suite 500, McAllen, 78504. Marissa, 956-569-6134. Rhythm Room Dance Studio - [email][events]
Fri 17 Oct, 7-9 pm. 7 pm Bachata lesson followed by social dancing.
All are welcome. Special guest instructor.
Line dancing, the County Two-Step, West Coast Swing, Foxtrot, and so much more.
Join us as we dance the night away. No registration required. High Springs Civic Center, 19107 NW 240 Street, High Springs, 32643. 386-454-6228. Public - [website][email][events]
Fri 17 Oct, 7-10 pm. 7:00 pm Lesson
7:30 pm Dancing
$10
Snacks and water provided
Start the weekend off getting your dance fix at our Third Friday of the
Month West Coast Swing Dance.
Class at 7 pm and then Dance Dance Dance.
Practice your new or cool moves. Are you a beginner with just the basics? This is a great way to practice with the friendly people in our group. Requests are welcome. This is a West Coast Swing dance, but we sprinkle in some other dance styles.
Join in the fun.
C'mon down and Let's Dance
Conveniently located 5 minutes off of I-75 and just down the road from Paddock Mall. PM Respiratory, 3306 SW 26 Avenue, Suite 402, Ocala, 34471. Carol Smith, 352-361-9202. $10. Ocala West Coast Swing - [website][events]
Fri 17 Oct, 7:30-10 pm. 7:00 pm Beginner Lesson
Contra Dance Third Fridays.
$10 - $20 sliding scale. Greenwood Community Center, 865 Greenwood Road, Crozet. Traditional American Dance and Music Society - [website][email][events]
Saturday 18 October 2025
Sat 18 Oct, 10-11 am. RSVP required.
Gentle slow flow and meditation.
Give yourself the opportunity to slow down intentionally, ground, and breathe. Inspired by the pace of Tai Chi and the creativity of Nia, this slow meditative flow invites you to explore and refine mobility, stability, focus, and patience—finding more spaciousness and quiet within.
SloMo is a new modality created by Sarit Sela, a Nia 1st Degree Black Belt instructor passionate about sensory movement and mindfulness.
$10-$20
Reach out to Sarit to save your spot on Facebook or email.
Enjoy a few words from a participant after her first SloMo session:
Discover the joy of moving slowly by engaging your breath, your body, and your mind in a meditation that takes you to your inner depths.
You begin by sitting. Relax. Let your mind explore where it will, or empty it and let it rest.
Then allow yourself to melt into the music. As you move, you open yourself by listening to wha ... Duckpond Neighborhood (contact for location), Gainesville, 32601. Sarit Sela, 650-796-9956. Move, Breathe, Create with Sarit Sela - [more][website][email][events]
Sat 18 Oct, 2-6 pm. Mark your calendars and get ready for the next super fun line dance social in Ocala. Countryside Presbyterian Church, 7768 SW State Road 200, Ocala, 34476. $8. Public - [email][events]
Sat 18 Oct, 6-9 pm. Dancing Fish, 6220 Dogwood Lane, Melrose. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [website][email][events]
Sat 18 Oct, 6-9 pm. Swing dance to Swing Theory Jazz Band at One Love Cafe. Join us at One Love Cafe for fresh locally-sourced ingredients prepared in delicious dishes, craft beers and dancing. Bring the whole family for a great time. One Love Cafe, 4989 NW 40 Place, Gainesville, 32606. 352-593-0238. Public - [website][email][events]
Sat 18 Oct, 6:30-9 pm. With DJ Tony Santos.
Includes sandwiches. Beardalll Senior Center, 800 S Delaney Avenue, Orlando, 32801. 407-246-4440. $4. [organizations] - [website][email]
Sat 18 Oct, 9 pm-1 am. Join us for another awesome night of dancing at Salsa Mundial. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville, 32607-2800. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [website][email][events]
Monday 20 October 2025
Mon 20 Oct, 7-7:50 pm. Join us on Mondays for 4 weeks to learn Waltz and Fox Trot, 2 classic dances. Waltz will be Sept 29 and Oct 6. Fox Trot will be Oct 13 and Oct 20.
We start with the basics in each dance, no experience needed.
Singles and couples are welcome.
4 week cost is $50/person or $13/class. Couples are $100/4 weeks or $25/class, cash or check. Email to register, pay at first class. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Parris, 352-331-2742. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [website][email][events]
Tuesday 21 October 2025
Tue 21 Oct, 7 pm. 7 pm On2 Salsa
8 pm Casino Rueda
$5 first class.
$15 for single class.
See our website for price packages.
Possible changes to schedule may occur.
Arrive 15 minutes before class to get registered or signed in.
These are adult dance classes.
No entry 10 minutes after class has started. Rhythm Room Dance Studio, 7116 N 23 Street, Suite 500, McAllen, 78504. Marissa, 956-569-6134. Rhythm Room Dance Studio - [email][events]
Wednesday 22 October 2025
Wed 22 Oct, 7 pm. 7 pm Salsa 1
7 pm Bachata 1
8 pm Salsa 2
8 pm Bachata 2
8:45 pm Dancing
$5 first class.
$15 for single class.
See our website for price packages.
Possible changes to schedule may occur.
Arrive 15 minutes before class to get registered or signed in.
These are adult dance classes.
No entry 10 minutes after class has started. Rhythm Room Dance Studio, 7116 N 23 Street, Suite 500, McAllen, 78504. Marissa, 956-569-6134. Rhythm Room Dance Studio - [email][events]
Thursday 23 October 2025
Thu 23 Oct, 6-9 pm. You can start after the first class if you do not mind being a little behind. Contact me if you are unsure.
6:00 pm Argentine Tango
7:00 pm West Coast Swing
8:00 pm Waltz
$60 for new dancers for 4 weeks
$10 per night for those with experience
Four Thursdays on September 18, 25, and October 16, 23.
Four-week beginner series for new dancers. Have fun learning to dance with a partner.
You learn to dance gently, as light as a feather, without the use of force, with no pushing and pulling.
Contact me to get on the newsletter for these sessions.
Let me know if you can attend.
Invite others.
If financial considerations keep you from dancing, contact us to make arrangements you can afford. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672 voice, 352-559-3750 text. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Thu 23 Oct, 7 pm. 7 pm Ballroom American Tango
8 pm Swing
$5 first class.
$15 for single class.
See our website for price packages.
Possible changes to schedule may occur.
Arrive 15 minutes before class to get registered or signed in.
These are adult dance classes.
No entry 10 minutes after class has started. Rhythm Room Dance Studio, 7116 N 23 Street, Suite 500, McAllen, 78504. Marissa, 956-569-6134. Rhythm Room Dance Studio - [email][events]
Friday 24 October 2025
Fri 24 Oct, 7 pm. 7 pm Cumbia 1
8 pm Cumbia 2
8 pm Country
8:45 pm Line Dancing
$5 first class.
$15 for single class.
See our website for price packages.
Possible changes to schedule may occur.
Arrive 15 minutes before class to get registered or signed in.
These are adult dance classes.
No entry 10 minutes after class has started. Rhythm Room Dance Studio, 7116 N 23 Street, Suite 500, McAllen, 78504. Marissa, 956-569-6134. Rhythm Room Dance Studio - [email][events]
Fri 24 Oct, 7:30-10:30 pm. 7:30 pm Beginner lesson
8:30 pm Dancing
Everyone is welcome.
No partner or experience needed.
Free parking in the Reitz Union Parking Garage
Admission:
Free. Recommended donation of $5 encouraged via cash or Venmo. Rion Ballroom, J. Wayne Reitz Union, UF Campus, 655 Reitz Union Drive, Gainesville, 32611. Edward Stephen Gavlick III, 352-246-4525. Gainesville Swing Dancing - [website][email][events]
Saturday 25 October 2025
Sat 25 Oct, 9 am. Come walk and dance with Smooth FLava's breast cancer survivors and dance family in support of breast cancer research.
Please sign up for the walk. 4949 Celebration Pointe Ave, Gainesville, 32608. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Smooth Flava Dance - [website][events]
Sat 25 Oct, 12-3 pm. We are thrilled to welcome back Jasmin and Miguel from Houston, known for their smooth and expressive bachata style. In this 3-hour bootcamp, you will learn how to create deeper connection, body movement, and flow in your bachata dancing. Perfect for anyone who wants to take their social dancing to the next level.
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$55 per person presale — includes your entry to Bailemos Bachata later that night. Purchase on our website. Rhythm Room Dance Studio, 7116 N 23 Street, Suite 500, McAllen, 78504. Marissa, 956-569-6134. Rhythm Room Dance Studio - [email][events]
Sat 25 Oct, 6-8:30 pm. $15 per person at the door. Tickets are available in advance.
All dance styles.
Dress code is dressy casual and costumes.
For singles and couples. Rohan Regional Recreation Center, 850 Kristine Way, Wildwood, 34785. Gary and Loretta Easton, 352-396-5383. Eastons Dance Clubs - [website][email][events]
Sat 25 Oct, 7 pm. $20 [link="https://smoothflavadance.ticketspice.com/leather-lace-halloween-party" text="Tickets"]
Family fun and sexy Halloween party. Attire is leather and lace.
DJ 44 is in the house.
Cash bar. Food available for purchase.
$50 prize for best costume. 117 NW 16th Ave, Gainesville. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]
Sat 25 Oct, 7:30-10:30 pm. 6:45 pm Beginner Workshop: arrive early to learn or review the basics. Newcomers and experienced dancers are both appreciated.
Admission: $10 members/students, $15 non-members, 14 and under free. West End Ballroom, 2300 John Rolfe Parkway, Henrico. Traditional American Dance and Music Society - [website][email][events]
Sat 25 Oct, 8-10 pm. Doors open at 7:30 pm.
Join us while you enjoy great music, snacks, and cold A/C in a beautiful venue.
Rsvp. Limited to 60 dancers.
$15 per person, $25 per couple, cash or check. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Parris, 352-331-2742. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [website][email][events]
Sat 25 Oct, 9 pm-1 am. End your weekend with one of our signature monthly socials. Join us at Nana’s Taqueria for a night filled with bachata, salsa, and cumbia under the stars. This month we are adding a Halloween twist—come dressed in costume for an unforgettable night of dancing, food, and community vibes.
$20 Presale
$25 At the door
Purchase on our website. Nana's Taqueria, 1802 S International Blvd, Weslaco, 78596. Marissa, 956-569-6134. Rhythm Room Dance Studio - [email][events]
Sunday 26 October 2025
Sun 26 Oct, 3-9 pm. Join several line dance groups. All proceeds donated for cancer research.
Cash bar. Food available for purchase. Kairos Events and Catering, 6 W University Avenue, Gainesville. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Smooth Flava Dance - [website][events]
Sun 26 Oct, 6-9 pm. Confirm location
Schedule
6:00 pm Doors Open
6:30 pm Opening Circle
7:05 pm Doors Locked
To Maintain the Sanctity of the Container doors will be locked until the End of Dance.
Tickets
https://square.link/u/OAj69FQd
Pay What You Can Sliding Scale
$10 - $25
Purchasing tickets at a higher price allows us to offer the $10 option to others.
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About the dance and facilitator
My name is Elliot Larkin, I play the roles of dad, husband, home builder, property manager, stained glass artist, fri ... Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville, 32609-8524. Dharm Khalsa, 352-316-0506. Public - [more][website][events]
Monday 27 October 2025
Mon 27 Oct, 7-7:50 pm. 4 week cost is $50/pp or $13/po per class, cash or check.
Join us for a 4 week dance series on West Coast Swing. It is one of the most versatile dances. It can be danced to contemporary, R and B, and country. We start with the basics, no experience needed. Singles and couples are welcome to attend.
RSVP to register, pay at first class. Come about 10-15 minutes early to finish registration. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Parris, 352-331-2742. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [website][email][events]
Tuesday 28 October 2025
Tue 28 Oct, 7 pm. 7 pm On2 Salsa
8 pm Casino Rueda
$5 first class.
$15 for single class.
See our website for price packages.
Possible changes to schedule may occur.
Arrive 15 minutes before class to get registered or signed in.
These are adult dance classes.
No entry 10 minutes after class has started. Rhythm Room Dance Studio, 7116 N 23 Street, Suite 500, McAllen, 78504. Marissa, 956-569-6134. Rhythm Room Dance Studio - [email][events]
Wednesday 29 October 2025
Wed 29 Oct, 7 pm. 7 pm Salsa 1
7 pm Bachata 1
8 pm Salsa 2
8 pm Bachata 2
8:45 pm Dancing
$5 first class.
$15 for single class.
See our website for price packages.
Possible changes to schedule may occur.
Arrive 15 minutes before class to get registered or signed in.
These are adult dance classes.
No entry 10 minutes after class has started. Rhythm Room Dance Studio, 7116 N 23 Street, Suite 500, McAllen, 78504. Marissa, 956-569-6134. Rhythm Room Dance Studio - [email][events]
Thursday 30 October 2025
Thu 30 Oct. Get tickets now for the
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11:30 am Doors open
12:00 pm Showcase
5:00 pm Awards
Lunch, program, general dancing, and a chance to win prizes throughout the day.
Limited seating.
Join us at the Rion Ballroom at UF for a day of dancing hosted by Parris Dance. Several out of town studios will be participating. Participate or be a spectator for the event. Email Eileen Parris for more details. Lots of general dancing and chances to win prizes as well. Cost is $25 per person with reserved seating. Get your tickets now. Rion Ballroom, J. Wayne Reitz Union, UF Campus, Gainesville. Eileen Parris, 352-331-2742. $25 per person. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [website][email][events]
Thu 30 Oct, 6-9 pm. 6:00 pm Argentine Tango all levels
7:00 pm West Coast Swing
8:00 pm More West Coast Swing, or Waltz, or Other
$10
Join our beginners for a little Halloween party. Costumes welcome. You can bring kosher snacks, no meat.
Our beginners have just completed the four-week Beginner 1 series.
The four-week Beginner 2 series starts Thursday, November 6. The series costs $60 for 4 weeks per person.
Have fun learning to dance with a partner.
You learn to dance gently, as light as a feather, without the use of force, with no pushing and pulling.
Contact me to get on the newsletter for these sessions.
Let me know if you can attend.
Invite others.
If financial considerations keep you from dancing, contact us to make arrangements you can afford. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672 voice, 352-559-3750 text. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Thu 30 Oct, 7 pm. 7 pm Ballroom American Tango
8 pm Swing
$5 first class.
$15 for single class.
See our website for price packages.
Possible changes to schedule may occur.
Arrive 15 minutes before class to get registered or signed in.
These are adult dance classes.
No entry 10 minutes after class has started. Rhythm Room Dance Studio, 7116 N 23 Street, Suite 500, McAllen, 78504. Marissa, 956-569-6134. Rhythm Room Dance Studio - [email][events]
Thu 30 Oct, 7:30-10:30 pm. 7:30 Lesson
8:30 Dancing
Costumes encouraged.
Everyone welcome.
No partner or experience is needed.
Parking:
Free street parking is available in front of or beside the building, as well as in the nearby Friends of the Library lot.
Admission:
Free, donations encouraged via cash or Venmo. Rosa B Williams Center, 524 NW First Street, Gainesville, 32601. Edward Stephen Gavlick III, 352-246-4525. Gainesville Swing Dancing - [website][email][events]
Friday 31 October 2025
Fri 31 Oct to Sat 1 Nov, 7-10 pm. Friday 7-10 pm Masquerade Ball
Saturday Noon-3 pm
Saturday 6-9 pm. Dancing Fish, 6220 Dogwood Lane, Melrose. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [website][email][events]
Fri 31 Oct, 7 pm. 7 pm Cumbia 1
8 pm Cumbia 2
8 pm Country
8:45 pm Line Dancing
$5 first class.
$15 for single class.
See our website for price packages.
Possible changes to schedule may occur.
Arrive 15 minutes before class to get registered or signed in.
These are adult dance classes.
No entry 10 minutes after class has started. Rhythm Room Dance Studio, 7116 N 23 Street, Suite 500, McAllen, 78504. Marissa, 956-569-6134. Rhythm Room Dance Studio - [email][events]
Fri 31 Oct, 8:15-11:45 pm. 8:15 pm Lesson
9 pm Social
$10 Before 9 pm
$15 After 9 pm
Since many of our instructors, staff and DJs will be attending Palmetto Salsa Bachata congress Nov 7th-9th, we will be moving our Friday social to this coming Friday.
Please join our monthly Friday social with DJ Koji. 50%-ish Salsa and 50%-ish Bachata. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville, 32607-2800. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [website][email][events]