Oak City Salsa Social is a live music and dance series that takes place at Gipson Play Plaza, Dix Park, 715 Biggs Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. These are FREE events, but registration is required. Registration begins two weeks before each event, at 12 p.m. Each event includes: Look for info on Oak City Music Collective's Facebook page. Oak City Salsa Social Schedule Follow the links … [Read more...] about Oak City Salsa Social: FREE Live Band Music and Dance Series Oct. 14
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Dance Gumbo: Free outdoor dance fitness at NCMA Museum Park Oct. 3 (registration required)
North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Dance Gumbo, dance fitness classes led by instructor Jordan Farrell. These are FREE (or pay what you wish) classes that take place at the Ellipse in the Museum Park. You'll find a link for each class here. Be sure to register. Each class blends pop, Zumba, Latin, hip-hop, and more into an energetic, … [Read more...] about Dance Gumbo: Free outdoor dance fitness at NCMA Museum Park Oct. 3 (registration required)
Weekly dance with Raleigh International Folk Dancers every Friday
The Raleigh International Folk Dancing Dancers are a group of people who are dedicated to learning and promoting dances from different cultures around the world. They've been a group since 1968. They meet every Friday, from 6:30 to 10 p.m., at Glen Eden Pilot Park, 1500 Glen Eden Drive, Raleigh, to dance together. There is no charge to attend, courtesy of Raleigh Park and Recreation! All are … [Read more...] about Weekly dance with Raleigh International Folk Dancers every Friday
Free line dancing classes in Hillsborough on Tuesdays
KatMoves Travelling Studio is offering FREE line dancing classes on Tuesdays in Hillsborough, North Carolina. They take place every Tuesday through December 15, 2026, from 6 to 7 p.m. at Snow Approach Foundation, 129 E King Street. No RSVP is required. These fun, easy sessions are open to all ages and ALL skill levels. Kat teaches footwork/patterns. Then there's a review, followed by … [Read more...] about Free line dancing classes in Hillsborough on Tuesdays
Saturday Afternoon Ecstatic Dances in Durham Sept. 12 and 26
Ecstatic dance is a free-form, spontaneous form of dance where participants move to music without any specific steps. If you'd like to try ecstatic dance, some local dance set weavers are hosting Saturday Afternoon Ecstatic Dance at Durham Friends Meeting, 404 Alexander Avenue, Durham, North Carolina. There's no cover charge, but donations are accepted to help cover the rental fee of the … [Read more...] about Saturday Afternoon Ecstatic Dances in Durham Sept. 12 and 26
One Tribe Final Friday drum circle and fire show Sept. 25
During Cary's Final Friday Art Loop, make sure to visit the site of the old library, 310 S Academy Street, for One Tribe Final Friday Drum Circle with Fire Spinning by Caroleena and Friends on Friday, September 25, 2026. The drum circle will be taking place from 7 to 8:30 p.m., with fire performance by Caroleena and friends at 8 p.m. It generally takes place the last Friday of the month. Bring … [Read more...] about One Tribe Final Friday drum circle and fire show Sept. 25
Cajun Dance Party at Lapin Bleu Sept. 23
Lapin Bleu, at 106-A N. Graham Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is hosts Cajun Dance Parties with live music on many Wednesdays at 7 p.m. There's no cover charge and the event even includes a dance lesson. You don't need a partner. The dance lesson is at 7 p.m. Then, dance to live music from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Cajun Dance Party Schedule … [Read more...] about Cajun Dance Party at Lapin Bleu Sept. 23
18th Annual Ghost Dance in Downtown Raleigh Oct. 16
The 18th Annual Ghost Dance in Raleigh takes place Friday, October 18, 2026, from 8 to 9 p.m. This event starts outside Oakwood Cemetery, 700 Oakwood Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is a suggested $5, which is a donation to help prevent cruelty to animals. Exact change is encouraged. Outside the cemetery, learn the Ghost Dance. You'll learn simple moves, and then music will be put … [Read more...] about 18th Annual Ghost Dance in Downtown Raleigh Oct. 16
Ballroom Dancing at Pullen Park Community Center on Wednesdays
Pullen Dance hosts low-cost ballroom dancing socials on most Wednesday nights at Pullen Park Community Center, 408 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina. Read on to learn about this weekly event. Pullen Dance's Weekly Dance This long-standing event takes place from 7 to 9 p.m., and costs $5 per person. Adults of all dance skills and abilities are welcome to attend. Attendees dance to a … [Read more...] about Ballroom Dancing at Pullen Park Community Center on Wednesdays
Square Dance Party with Capital Squares in Raleigh October 6, and more…
The square dancing group, Capital Squares, hosts low priced square dance parties and classes at St. James United Methodist Church, 3808 St. James Church Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Learn more and register. No experience required. Upcoming Events Square Dance PartyTuesday, October 6, 20267 to 9 p.m.$10 for adults; $5 for students (high school or college); Free for children 10-15 years … [Read more...] about Square Dance Party with Capital Squares in Raleigh October 6, and more…
