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Oct 2025

Date:
Friday October 17th 2025
Time:
7:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Event:
Contra
Cost:
$15/12/10 students under 15 free
Location:
Avalon Ballroom
6185 Arapahoe Rd
Boulder, CO 80303 United States

Contact:
Caroline Fuller: carolinefuller3236@gmail.com
or Teri Rasmussen: 720-352-1770 - trazz@indra.com

Community Contra Dance open to all ages. All dances taught. No experience necessary. Always live music. Lesson 7 p.m.; dance 7:30 to 10:30.

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BIFD International Folk Dance

October 17 @ 7:30 pm - 11:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 7:30 pm on Friday, repeating indefinitely

Avalon Sodal Hall, 6185 Arapahoe Rd
Boulder, CO United States
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We meet every Friday Night 7:30-7:45 p.m. - Easy warm up dances 7:45-8:30 p.m. - Teaching of International dances. Our teachers select dances from a wide variety of countries including: Romania, Bulgaria, Albania, Greece, Türkiye, Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, France, England, Ireland, Sweden, Poland, Israel, Russia, Ukraine and more. 8:30-11:00 p.m. - Quick community announcements followed by open dancing of all levels. Dancers may request dances they like. No partner necessary, all ages welcome. Please wear shoes that won't mark the…

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Date:
Saturday October 18th 2025
Time:
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Event:
Other
Cost:
$10 - $25
Location:
Avalon Sodal Hall
6185 Arapahoe Rd
Boulder, CO United States

Contact:
Suzanne Connolly-Howes: szconnollyhowes@gmail.com

OneBody Dance – A Community Dance Journey | Social Dance OneBody Dance is a place that welcomes deep personal journeys and deepening connection with others through dance. Come join us as our bodies are moved individually and collectively, One Body. Treat yourself every Wednesday and Saturday mornings to a 3 Wave Dance Journey that leads through three 5-phased waves of music.  

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Date:
Saturday October 18th 2025
Time:
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Event:
Swing
Cost:
$20 / $10 Students
Location:
Avalon Ballroom
6185 Arapahoe Rd
Boulder, CO 80303 United States

Contact:
Joseph Snowhawk: snowhawkj@juno.com

Swingin' Saturdays! Embark on an exhilarating evening of Swing Dancing with LIVE MUSIC! Put on your dance shoes and invite your friends for an unforgettable experience. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or an enthusiastic novice, this event promises to set your feet tapping and elevate your spirits. Lessons 7-8pm: Beginning Swing with Becky Intermediate Swing with Joseph Dancing 8-11pm:  The hottest LIVE Swing bands (See schedule below). Delectable snacks will be on hand to keep your energy levels soaring! No…

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Date:
Sunday October 19th 2025
Time:
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Event:
Other
Cost:
$60 mo
Location:
Avalon Sodal Hall
6185 Arapahoe Rd
Boulder, CO United States

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Date:
Sunday October 19th 2025
Time:
10:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Event:
Other
Cost:
$20-24
Location:
Avalon Ballroom
6185 Arapahoe Rd
Boulder, CO 80303 United States

Join together in Celebratory Community to Remember our Wholeness & to Amplify our Sacred Work in these Times of Great Change. No Dance experience is necessary ~ Only a Longing to Move with Life in Authenticity and Love. Sponsored by Golden Bridge.  All proceeds support youth leaders from around the world during their Rites of Passage Journeys with www.Goldenbridge.org. For more information, please contact office@goldenbridge.org / 303-415-0272

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Date:
Sunday October 19th 2025
Time:
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Event:
Celtic & English, International, Other
Cost:
$
Location:
Avalon Tango Studio
6185 Arapahoe Av
Boulder, CO 80303 United States

Contact:

Fun, fitness & footwork - no experience required! Join us to learn the basic of Irish step dancing; as well as partner and group dances. This class is perfect for looking older teens or adults interested in learning the basics of this beautiful traditional art.

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Date:
Monday October 20th 2025
Time:
4:15 PM - 5:00 PM
Event:
Celtic & English, International, Other
Cost:
$
Location:
Avalon Sodal Hall
6185 Arapahoe Rd
Boulder, CO United States

Contact:

Our dancers develop rhythm, coordination and musicality through traditional step dancing - and have fun along the way! Appropriate for ages 5 & up.Come see what it’s all about.

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Date:
Monday October 20th 2025
Time:
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Event:
Scandinavian
Cost:
$7
Location:
Avalon Sodal Hall
6185 Arapahoe Rd
Boulder, CO United States

Contact:
Nancy Ellinghaus: 303-499-7262 - nellinghaus@gmail.com

Come join our Scandinavian Basics dance class series.  This is the time to get started learning Scandinavian couple dance (primarily Swedish).  "Learn to Pivot and Perfect Your Hambo".  No partner is needed, but low-friction, hard-soled shoes are necessary so that you will be able to pivot (spin) on the beautiful Avalon floors.  Pivoting easily and frequently is a common feature of fast-turning Polska and Pols dancing.  These classes build skills from week to week so attending  regularly is necessary. We…

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Date:
Wednesday October 22nd 2025
Time:
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Event:
Other
Cost:
$10 - $25
Location:
Avalon Sodal Hall
6185 Arapahoe Rd
Boulder, CO United States

Contact:
Suzanne Connolly-Howes: szconnollyhowes@gmail.com

OneBody Dance – A Community Dance Journey | Social Dance OneBody Dance is a place that welcomes deep personal journeys and deepening connection with others through dance. Come join us as our bodies are moved individually and collectively, as One Body. Treat yourself every Wednesday and Saturday mornings to a 3 Wave Dance Journey that leads us through 5-phased waves of music. WEDNESDAY                                   …

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Date:
Wednesday October 22nd 2025
Time:
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Event:
Ballroom, Latin, Other, Swing, Tango, Waltz
Cost:
$10
Location:
Avalon Ballroom
6185 Arapahoe Rd
Boulder, CO 80303 United States

Contact:
Art Bragg: 720-413-0551 - arthurbragg@yahoo.com

Come Dance! Wednesday Waltz Etc. is an evening of social couple dancing every 2nd, 4th and 5th Wednesday of the month. Our DJs play a variety of music including waltz, foxtrot, swing, Latin, and more!  We welcome dancers of all levels. No partner necessary. Our Dance Ambassadors are here to help you get dancing and enjoy the evening. Classes: On the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays we offer two simultaneous classes: beginner waltz lessons and a monthly rotation of different dance styles…

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Date:
Thursday October 23rd 2025
Time:
6:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Event:
Latin, Salsa
Cost:
$8-15
Location:
Avalon Ballroom
6185 Arapahoe Rd
Boulder, CO 80303 United States

Contact:
Joseph Snowhawk: snowhawkj@juno.com

Rueda Lessons at the Boulder Salsa Social Every Thursday! Four lessons happening at the same time (levels 1-4). You can join in no matter what your experience level is! No partner necessary. Instructors teach beginning through advanced levels each night. We have a wonderful and friendly group of people who love to dance. We hope you will come out and join us! —————————————— Rueda lessons (4) 6:30-7:30 PM, followed by Salsa lessons (3) 7:30-8:30 PM, followed by Social dancing 8:30-11…

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Date:
Thursday October 23rd 2025
Time:
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Event:
Latin, Salsa
Cost:
$8-15
Location:
Avalon Ballroom
6185 Arapahoe Rd
Boulder, CO 80303 United States

Salsa | Bachata | Rueda | West Coast Swing Social Every Thursday! Bringing communities together. 3 ROOMS OF LESSONS              3 ROOMS OF DANCING Every Thursday join us for a fun night of dancing! ----------------------------- 6:30pm 4 levels of Rueda (Levels 1 - 4) ----------------------------- 7:30pm 3 levels of Salsa (Beginning, Intermediate & Advanced) ----------------------------- 7:30pm 2 levels of Bachata (Beginning & Intermediate) ----------------------------- 7:30pm 2 levels of West Coast Swing (Beginning & Intermediate) -----------------------------…

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Date:
Thursday October 23rd 2025
Time:
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Event:
Swing
Cost:
$8-15
Location:
Avalon Sodal Hall
6185 Arapahoe Rd
Boulder, CO United States

West Coast Swing Lessons and Social Every Thursday! CALLING ALL WCS LOVERS IN COLORADO! We are thrilled to offer you the opportunity to learn from some of the best WCS instructors in town, followed by an unforgettable WCS party. Join us every Thursday from 7:30 pm to 11:00 pm. – WCS class 7:30 pm 2 circles 1 room (Beginner & Intermediate) - 1st and 3rd Thursdays 30 min Whip class (in North Hall, right after the beginning class) – Social…

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Date:
Friday October 24th 2025
Time:
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Event:
Contra
Cost:
$5-15
Location:
Avalon Tango Studio
6185 Arapahoe Av
Boulder, CO 80303 United States

Contact:
Caroline Fuller: carolinefuller3236@gmail.com
or Charles Scianna: 000-000-0000 - cascianna@gmail.com

A contra dance for children of all ages. All dances will be taught and will have simple choreography suitable for young children and first-time dancers. Sliding scale admission of $5 to $15; max of $25 per family. Stay for refreshments after the dance.

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FREE Beginning Class – BIFD International Folk Dance

October 24 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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Avalon Sodal Hall, 6185 Arapahoe Rd
Boulder, CO United States
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FREE Beginning Class every Friday night! 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Join us to learn dances from all around the world. We will teach easy dances from Romania, Albania, Greece, Hungary, Israel, the United States, France, Ireland, England, Bulgaria and more. We meet every Friday night and take our time breaking down steps to all the dances we teach. The dances you will be introduced to are also danced in our regular sessions (which take place on Friday nights starting…

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Date:
Friday October 24th 2025
Time:
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Event:
Celtic & English
Cost:
$5-15
Location:
Avalon Tango Studio
6185 Arapahoe Av
Boulder, CO 80303 United States

Contact:
Caroline Fuller: carolinefuller3236@gmail.com
or Teresa McCoy: 000-000-0000 - teresa.may.mccoy@gmail.com

English Country Dance is a fun, friendly, community form of dance that originated in England during the Renaissance (if not even earlier!). All dances will be taught and will be suitable for first-time dancers. Sliding scale admission of $5 to $15. We’ll offer a few refreshments at 7:30, before the dance start.

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Wild Goose Masquerade Ball

October 25 @ 6:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Avalon Ballroom, 6185 Arapahoe Rd
Boulder, CO 80303 United States
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Date:
Saturday October 25th 2025
Time:
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Event:
Swing
Cost:
$10/5 for students
Location:
Avalon Sodal Hall
6185 Arapahoe Rd
Boulder, CO United States

Contact:

Join Boulder Swing Dance for a social dance party from 8-11 pm in Sodal Hall. No partner necessary! Take a drop-in beginner Lindy Hop lesson before the dance from 7-8 pm for just $5. Admission (sold separately) is $10, $5 for students, accepted via cash, credit card, and Venmo. www.boulderswingdance.com

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Date:
Saturday October 25th 2025
Time:
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Event:
Blues, Cajun & Zydeco, Swing, Waltz
Cost:
$10/$5 for students w/id
Location:
Avalon Tango Studio
6185 Arapahoe Av
Boulder, CO 80303 United States

Contact:
Andy Malkiel: 303-638-9206 - 2135ajm@gmail.com
or Dan Willging: 303-870-1156 - cfczorg@gmail.com

Colorado Friends of Cajun and Zydeco Music and Dance presents: Monthly Zydeco Dance Party! Every 4th Sat of the month, except Dec In the Tango Studio at the Avalon Ballroom Come get your Zydeco groove on! Doors open @ 7pm Zydeco Dance Lesson @ 7:15 Dance Party @ 8-10 No Partner necessary! Beginners Welcome! Cost $10/$5 for students (includes dance lesson!) BYOB and Snacks!

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Hands Across Contra

October 31 @ 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Avalon Tango Studio, 6185 Arapahoe Av
Boulder, CO 80303 United States
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Lesson at 7; Dance at 7:30. Sliding admission $5 to $15.

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Nov 2025

Date:
Saturday November 1st 2025
Time:
7:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Event:
Other
Cost:
$15/10
Location:
Avalon Ballroom
6185 Arapahoe Rd
Boulder, CO 80303 United States

Contact:
Joseph Snowhawk: snowhawkj@juno.com

Get ready to kick up your heels because it's time for a Country Dance Night at the Avalon! Join us as we celebrate with DJ Farrell Woods, bringing over 25 years of experience in spinning the best of country music. It is going to be a night of FUN with Two Step, Triple Step, Night Club Two Step, Cha Cha, Waltz, West Coast Swing & East Coast Swing. We've got your favorite country dances covered! ​ Two Step Lesson kicks…

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Date:
Sunday November 2nd 2025
Time:
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Event:
Swing
Cost:
$55
Location:
Avalon Tango Studio
6185 Arapahoe Av
Boulder, CO 80303 United States

Contact:
Boulder Zydeco and Swing: BoulderZydecoAndSwing@gmail.com

Come Learn the Basic Steps, Add Some Moves, or Polish Your Style!                              This 4-week, Beg/Int 6-Count East Coast Swing series starts the 1st Sunday of every other month,                           alternating monthly with the Int/Adv class. No Partner Necessary! You must pre-register for this series. For more info and how to register, email: BoulderZydecoandSwing@gmail.com See you on the dance floor!

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Date:
Monday November 3rd 2025
Time:
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Event:
Scandinavian
Cost:
$7
Location:
Avalon Sodal Hall
6185 Arapahoe Rd
Boulder, CO United States

Contact:
Nancy Ellinghaus: 303-499-7262 - nellinghaus@gmail.com

Come join our weekly Scandinavian dance.  We do Scandinavian couple dance (primarily Swedish).  "Learn to Pivot and Perfect Your Hambo".  No partner is needed, but low-friction, hard-soled shoes are necessary so that you will be able to pivot (spin) on the beautiful Avalon floors.  Pivoting easily and frequently is a common feature of fast-turning Polska and Pols dancing.  We teach the first hour, but attendance at our fall Basics Class or previous polska/pols dance or other dance experience is very…

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Date:
Wednesday November 5th 2025
Time:
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Event:
Waltz
Cost:
$10 $5 for students
Location:
Avalon Ballroom
6185 Arapahoe Rd
Boulder, CO 80303 United States

Contact:
Dorothy Vernon: dorothyblue@gmail.com

Waltz Revolution, first and third Wednesdays, features mostly waltz to contemporary, engaging, and surprising musical selections by DJ Frank Vernon. Musical numbers, selected and edited for danceability, include nightclub two-step, foxtrot, swing, and the occasional polka, schottische, cha-cha, chalypso, redowa, hambo, hustle, and more. All are welcome; no partner or experience necessary. Join our email list for information about lessons and special events: https://mailchi.mp/6e07e1721cbe/waltz-revolution

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