Urban Cowboy Line Dancing
Collective Arts Brewing, 207 Burlington St E (left side of building)
Saturday, April 25, 7pm - 11pm (doors open 6pm)
Dust off your boots, Urban Cowboy Line Dancing is taking over the beerhall with beginner-friendly line dance lessons on Mondays (7-9pm, all ages) and Saturdays (7-11pm, 19+) all April long! 19+. $10 tickets (+$1.30 tax +$2.65 fee =$13.95) are limited and sell out fast! Get yours here before they're gone! DETAILS (Instagram)
Salsa Bachata Social
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton, 126 James St N (second floor)
Saturday, April 25, 7:30pm - 1am
Come dance with us at our SATURDAY LATIN SOCIAL on APRIL 25TH, 7:30 - 1am. Salsa Bachata and more. DJ YESII is in the House. Bring us your moves! CHA CHA Lesson with BETHANY. HAPPY BIRTHDAY to our friend Faizan. Then Salsa, Bachata, Cha Cha, and Merengue all night. $20 with lesson or $15 without. DETAILS (Instagram)
Indie Sleaze with GENEVA
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Saturday, April 25, 10pm - 2am
Step into the chaos and glamour of the late-2000s bloghaus era – where gritty dance floors, flash photography, and unapologetic style ruled the night. This night, we're reviving the soundtrack of an era that blurred the lines between dive bars and fashion week afterparties. Expect the raw energy of The Strokes, LCD Soundsystem, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Justice, and the deep cuts that defined a generation of indie icons. Think leather jackets, smudged eyeliner, messy hair, and a camera roll full of flash-lit memories. Whether you were there the first time or you're discovering the aesthetic for the first time, this is your chance to live it loud, fast, and a little bit unhinged. Sounds by Geneva. Genres: INDIE SLEAZE, DANCE, ELECTRO, REMIXES. 19+. $10 until 11pm; $15 after 11pm.
Dance Party w/ DJ Dave Tyson
Malarkey, 300 Ottawa St N
Saturday, April 25, 10pm - 2am
Get your dancing shoes – we're having another dance party! With Dj Dave Tyson. 19+. No cover. DETAILS (Instagram)
Marty's Parties
Marty's Pizza Bar, 298 James St N
Saturday, April 25, 11pm - 2am
We're doing it again y'all. Marty's Parties returns with Chewy Beatz playing Hip Hop throwbacks on Saturday April 25th from 11pm to 2am. See you on the dance floor! No cover. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Urban Cowboy Line Dancing
Collective Arts Brewing, 207 Burlington St E (left side of building)
Monday, April 27, 7pm - 9pm (doors open 6pm)
Dust off your boots, Urban Cowboy Line Dancing is taking over the beerhall with beginner-friendly line dance lessons on Mondays (7-9pm, all ages) and Saturdays (7-11pm, 19+) all April long! All ages. $10 tickets (+$1.30 tax +$2.65 fee =$13.95) are limited and sell out fast! Get yours here before they're gone! DETAILS (Instagram)
Salsa Bachata Thursday
Studio 564, 564 Concession St
Thursday, April 30, 7:00/7:30pm - 10:00pm
Hamilton, your Thursday nights just got hotter! Join us at Studio 564 for a night of Salsa & Bachata filled with energy, connection, and great music. We kick things off with a Beginner Lesson at 7 PM with Jesse – perfect for brand new dancers or anyone wanting to sharpen their fundamentals. No partner needed! Then stay for social dancing with music by DJ Locaño, bringing you the best Salsa & Bachata to keep the floor moving all night. Expect great vibes, smooth transitions, and music you'll feel. Come dance, connect, and let's turn Thursday into your favourite night of the week. $10 (cash or e-transfer). Cash bar. DETAILS (Instagram)
Line Dance Fridays
Studio-G Hamilton, 126 James St N (second floor)
Friday, May 1, 7pm - 9pm
Line dancing on the first Friday of each month. New and experienced dancers are all welcome! Lessons with Jennifer will progress from Beginner to Improver/Intermediate, and Jen will always build on what we have learned last time. Make friends, learn a skill, and find out that exercise can be fun! $15 cash at the door. DETAILS (event schedule on Instagram)
Folk Dancing
Hamilton International Folk Dance Club at St. Paul's Anglican Church, 1140 King St W
Friday, May 1, 8pm - 10:30pm
Established in 1984, the Hamilton International Folk Dance Club is for adults (18 years or over) who like to dance. Our purpose is to learn and enjoy dances from various cultures. This includes dances from: Armenia, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Greece, Israel, Macedonia, Poland, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Turkey, United States, Wales and other regions. Instruction is provided so that all participants can join in, and the emphasis is on participation rather than performance. Participants do not need a partner or previous dance experience. Low-heeled comfortable shoes with good support for dancing are encouraged. Please refrain from using scented products as some individuals are sensitive and/or allergic to such. Refreshments are provided, and participants are invited to bring food for special occasions. 18+. Fee $10 ($5 for students); fee is waived for your first visit.
Born in the Eighties
Bridgeworks, 200 Caroline St N
Friday, May 1, 9pm (doors 8pm)
Born In The Eighties is a Hamilton party band that performs the best of 80s dance party hits with memorable 90s pop, rap and RnB classics and the occasional 00s club banger for good measure. They've performed at destination festivals across the GTHA, as well as moonlighting as a wedding band in the summer months. Armed with their keytar, drum machine and an extensive song library, BITE never fails to compel a dance floor. 19+. Get your ticket here for $27.99 +fees+taxes = $35.67. DETAILS (Instagram)
Vinyl Night: G2K
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E (downtown at Walnut; free parking right on the street; stairs down to venue)
Friday, May 1, 10pm - 2am
No laptops. No shortcuts. Just records! Join us for a special All Vinyl Night at ANDTHENYOU with DJ G2K, spinning strictly from wax for a night rooted in sound, selection, and pure DJ craft. Expect a deep and intentional journey through hip hop, soul, funk, R&B, disco, and rare grooves; pulled straight from the crates and delivered the way it was meant to be heard. Every transition, every track, and every moment is built live, creating a raw and unpredictable energy you can't replicate. This is for the heads, the dancers, and anyone who appreciates the art behind the music. Set in ANDTHENYOU's intimate space, the sound hits warmer, the vibe feels closer, and the experience stays real from start to finish. Genres: HOUSE, DANCE, VINYL ALL NIGHT. 19+. $10 until 11pm; $15 after 11pm.
SONIC BLOOM Trance Day Party
Studio L14, 627 Main St E (rear of building; free parking)
Saturday, May 2, 2pm - 8pm
Haus of Rainbow presents: on May 2nd, inside Studio L14, get ready for an incredible lineup of some of our faves and the opener debut for The Back Nine. LINEUP: Belinda; M45 (USA); Kevin Kartwell B2B Mike Conradi; Debut set by The Back Nine. Alcohol-free event; non-alcoholic bevvies + freezies available for purchase. $15 (cash only), or RSVP to Haus of Rainbow for $10 guestlist. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Risky Business '80s Night
The Corktown (ground-floor stage), 175 Young St
Saturday, May 2, 9pm - 1am
The area's most popular and longest running '80s retro night, since 2014! More information once available. Ft. vinyl-only DJs DJ MARK (11pm to close) and DMurk (9pm to 11pm). Risky Business '80s Night takes place every first Saturday of the month at the Corktown Pub. FREE retro candy and party favours while supplies last. The kitchen is open late with a full menu. In-house photography by Julie Fazooli and custom-scented "super citrus" fragrance created by Kate who is also our greeter at the door. 19+. Advance tickets at Eventbrite.ca ($10 plus $2.19 fee), or $10 at the door. Sponsored by: The Generator, Julie Fazooli, Dr. Disc Hamilton, and Corktown Pub.
BLOOM: Tech House
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E (downtown at Walnut; free parking right on the street; stairs down to venue)
Saturday, May 2, 10pm - 2am
Pulse District presents BLOOM – a vibrant night of house and tech house energy, built for the dancefloor. Step into an immersive atmosphere of low lights, pulsing sound, and hypnotic rhythms as we bring together a stacked lineup featuring B-SXY, DJ Notte, Adam Vanzel, Arkade, and Adizi. Expect deep grooves, driving basslines, and a proper underground vibe from start to finish. No interruptions, no distractions – just music and movement. Come early, stay late, and lose yourself in the sound. Music: House • Tech House. 19+. Advance tickets $10 (+$1.09 fee) here, or $15 at the door. DETAILS (Instagram)
Salsa Bachata Social
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton, 126 James St N (second floor)
Sunday, May 3, 7:30pm - 11pm
Latin dancing with DJ: salsa, bachata, and more. $10 at the door. DETAILS (event schedule on Instagram)
Salsa Bachata Thursday
Studio 564, 564 Concession St
Thursday, May 7, 7:00/7:30pm - 10:00pm
Hamilton, your Thursday nights just got hotter! Join us at Studio 564 for a night of Salsa & Bachata filled with energy, connection, and great music. We kick things off with a Beginner Lesson at 7 PM with Jesse – perfect for brand new dancers or anyone wanting to sharpen their fundamentals. No partner needed! Then stay for social dancing with music by DJ Locaño, bringing you the best Salsa & Bachata to keep the floor moving all night. Expect great vibes, smooth transitions, and music you'll feel. Come dance, connect, and let's turn Thursday into your favourite night of the week. $10 (cash or e-transfer). Cash bar. DETAILS (Instagram)
Evening Club
Bridgeworks, 200 Caroline St N
Friday, May 8, 7pm - 10pm (doors 6pm)
ON SALE NOW: Jessi Cruickshank brings Evening Club to Bridgeworks on Friday May 8th. After three sold-out comedy tours, Jessi Cruickshank is launching Evening Club: a 7–10pm dance party for women, busy moms and queer folks who want a safe space to show up exactly as they are, dance to nostalgic bangers DJ'd by Jessi Cruickshank and rediscover pure, vulnerable joy... all before bedtime. 19+. Get your tickets here: Early Bird price $35 +fees = $45.11.
Folk Dancing
Hamilton International Folk Dance Club at St. Paul's Anglican Church, 1140 King St W
Friday, May 8, 8pm - 10:30pm
Established in 1984, the Hamilton International Folk Dance Club is for adults (18 years or over) who like to dance. Our purpose is to learn and enjoy dances from various cultures. This includes dances from: Armenia, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Greece, Israel, Macedonia, Poland, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Turkey, United States, Wales and other regions. Instruction is provided so that all participants can join in, and the emphasis is on participation rather than performance. Participants do not need a partner or previous dance experience. Low-heeled comfortable shoes with good support for dancing are encouraged. Please refrain from using scented products as some individuals are sensitive and/or allergic to such. Refreshments are provided, and participants are invited to bring food for special occasions. 18+. Fee $10 ($5 for students); fee is waived for your first visit.
Mamma Mania 2: 80s Dinner & Dance Party for Mother's Day
The Himalayan Hearth Bar & Grill, Jackson Square (110 King St W)
Saturday, May 9, 6pm - 11:30pm
Join us in person for an unforgettable time at Mamma Mania 2, the ultimate in-person fun fest for all moms and everyone who loves them! It's all about fun vibes, great company, and a blast you won't want to miss. Whether you're coming with friends or flying solo, there's something for everyone. Mark your calendar and get ready to dive into the excitement live and up close! 6-8pm Indulge yourself with the Himalayan Hearth's extensive menu and grab a drink from Hamilton's most beautiful bar while Andrew teases you with trivia about the 80s and moms. Win great prizes for answers and for your 80s costume! 8pm-11:30pm Dance the night away to all the hits of the 80s with DJ Jen X! All your favourites from New Wave to Pop to British Invasion. Tip the DJ to make a request so you can get down & groovy to all your "must hear" hits. Tickets at Eventbrite: $15+fee=$17.31 (food and drink not included).
Fever Dream w/ Nicholas Picholas
RIDICULOUS (Room 1), 38 King William St (lower level)
Saturday, May 9, 8pm - midnight
A night of alternative 90s and millenium classics from the pit at Fever. From Rage to Ride, NIN to Pulp :: Indie-Alt Anthems! Before it was everybody, it was us. DJ Nicholas Picholas plays his blend of Brit-pop, New Wave, Goth, Electronic and those songs you can't define. Fever Dream. Go back for just one night. Tickets $20+fee=$22.63 at Eventbrite.
Lindy on Locke
Steel City Swing Dance at Melrose United Church, 86 Homewood Ave (corner Locke St)
Thursday, May 14, 6:30pm/7:00pm - 8:45pm
THIS TIME WITH LIVE BAND: Special guests Hot Club of Nowhere will have you dancing to the best in jazz all night long! Join us for Lindy on Locke every 2nd and 4th Thursday! Do you enjoy jazz music? Are you looking for a new hobby? Have you tried swing dancing? Come see what swing dancing is all about at our social dances! We offer a 30-minute beginner lesson to get you in the swing of things before we set you loose on the dance floor. Afterwards, our DJ will have you dancing to the best in jazz all night long. Beginner Lindy Hop Lesson 6:30-7 pm; Social Dancing 7-8:45 pm. No partner required! We recommend wearing comfortable indoor footwear such as sneakers, and bring lots of water. See you on the dance floor! Entrance includes both the lesson and dance: $10, or $5 with valid student ID. Tickets online or at the door.
Salsa Bachata Thursday
Studio 564, 564 Concession St
Thursday, May 14, 7:00/7:30pm - 10:00pm
Hamilton, your Thursday nights just got hotter! Join us at Studio 564 for a night of Salsa & Bachata filled with energy, connection, and great music. We kick things off with a Beginner Lesson at 7 PM with Jesse – perfect for brand new dancers or anyone wanting to sharpen their fundamentals. No partner needed! Then stay for social dancing with music by DJ Locaño, bringing you the best Salsa & Bachata to keep the floor moving all night. Expect great vibes, smooth transitions, and music you'll feel. Come dance, connect, and let's turn Thursday into your favourite night of the week. $10 (cash or e-transfer). Cash bar. DETAILS (Instagram)
SalsaSoul Saturday
SalsaSoul Productions at Main Stage Studios, 747 King St E (free parking on site and in the neighbourhood)
Saturday, May 16, 7:30pm - 1am
The FUN + FIRE are back at SALSASOUL SATURDAY, on the 3rd Saturday each month! Latin Dance Party (primarily salsa & bachata) with optional lesson beforehand. No partner or experience needed; all welcome! More information TBA; for now save the date. Free parking available on site (large parking lot) and in the neighbourhood. See you on the dance floor! DETAILS (Instagram)
Da Bomb, Hamilton's All-'90s Party
The Corktown (ground-floor stage), 175 Young St
Saturday, May 16, 9pm - 1am
Hamilton's only monthly all-90s throwbacks party, with club bangers, pop chartbusters, hip-hop anthems, and other big, shiny tunes, with DJ Todd G. Da Bomb has a new home at The Corktown Pub so come on out and enjoy those nostalgic 90s vibes out on the dancefloor! Presented by Dr. Disc. 19+. Tickets 2 for $10 (+$3.46 fee) at Eventbrite.
Salsa Bachata Social
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton, 126 James St N (second floor)
Sunday, May 17, 7:30pm - 11pm
Latin dancing with DJ: salsa, bachata, and more. $10 at the door. DETAILS (event schedule on Instagram)
Salsa Bachata Thursday
Studio 564, 564 Concession St
Thursday, May 21, 7:00/7:30pm - 10:00pm
Hamilton, your Thursday nights just got hotter! Join us at Studio 564 for a night of Salsa & Bachata filled with energy, connection, and great music. We kick things off with a Beginner Lesson at 7 PM with Jesse – perfect for brand new dancers or anyone wanting to sharpen their fundamentals. No partner needed! Then stay for social dancing with music by DJ Locaño, bringing you the best Salsa & Bachata to keep the floor moving all night. Expect great vibes, smooth transitions, and music you'll feel. Come dance, connect, and let's turn Thursday into your favourite night of the week. $10 (cash or e-transfer). Cash bar. DETAILS (Instagram)
Folk Dancing
Hamilton International Folk Dance Club at St. Paul's Anglican Church, 1140 King St W
Friday, May 22, 8pm - 10:30pm
Established in 1984, the Hamilton International Folk Dance Club is for adults (18 years or over) who like to dance. Our purpose is to learn and enjoy dances from various cultures. This includes dances from: Armenia, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Greece, Israel, Macedonia, Poland, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Turkey, United States, Wales and other regions. Instruction is provided so that all participants can join in, and the emphasis is on participation rather than performance. Participants do not need a partner or previous dance experience. Low-heeled comfortable shoes with good support for dancing are encouraged. Please refrain from using scented products as some individuals are sensitive and/or allergic to such. Refreshments are provided, and participants are invited to bring food for special occasions. 18+. Fee $10 ($5 for students); fee is waived for your first visit.
Salsa Bachata Social
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton, 126 James St N (second floor)
Saturday, May 23, 7:30pm - 1am
In our main dance hall, an Open Level lesson (optional) at 8pm, then Latin dancing with DJ to 1am: salsa, bachata, and more. $20 with lesson or $15 without. DETAILS (event schedule on Instagram)
Lindy on Locke
Steel City Swing Dance at Melrose United Church, 86 Homewood Ave (corner Locke St)
Thursday, May 28, 6:30pm/7:00pm - 8:45pm
THIS TIME WITH LIVE BAND: Special guests Hot Club of Nowhere will have you dancing to the best in jazz all night long! Join us for Lindy on Locke every 2nd and 4th Thursday! Do you enjoy jazz music? Are you looking for a new hobby? Have you tried swing dancing? Come see what swing dancing is all about at our social dances! We offer a 30-minute beginner lesson to get you in the swing of things before we set you loose on the dance floor. Afterwards, our DJ will have you dancing to the best in jazz all night long. Beginner Lindy Hop Lesson 6:30-7 pm; Social Dancing 7-8:45 pm. No partner required! We recommend wearing comfortable indoor footwear such as sneakers, and bring lots of water. See you on the dance floor! Entrance includes both the lesson and dance: $10, or $5 with valid student ID. Tickets online or at the door.
Salsa Bachata Thursday
Studio 564, 564 Concession St
Thursday, May 28, 7:00/7:30pm - 10:00pm
Hamilton, your Thursday nights just got hotter! Join us at Studio 564 for a night of Salsa & Bachata filled with energy, connection, and great music. We kick things off with a Beginner Lesson at 7 PM with Jesse – perfect for brand new dancers or anyone wanting to sharpen their fundamentals. No partner needed! Then stay for social dancing with music by DJ Locaño, bringing you the best Salsa & Bachata to keep the floor moving all night. Expect great vibes, smooth transitions, and music you'll feel. Come dance, connect, and let's turn Thursday into your favourite night of the week. $10 (cash or e-transfer). Cash bar. DETAILS (Instagram)
Folk Dancing
Hamilton International Folk Dance Club at St. Paul's Anglican Church, 1140 King St W
Friday, May 29, 8pm - 10:30pm
Established in 1984, the Hamilton International Folk Dance Club is for adults (18 years or over) who like to dance. Our purpose is to learn and enjoy dances from various cultures. This includes dances from: Armenia, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Greece, Israel, Macedonia, Poland, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Turkey, United States, Wales and other regions. Instruction is provided so that all participants can join in, and the emphasis is on participation rather than performance. Participants do not need a partner or previous dance experience. Low-heeled comfortable shoes with good support for dancing are encouraged. Please refrain from using scented products as some individuals are sensitive and/or allergic to such. Refreshments are provided, and participants are invited to bring food for special occasions. 18+. Fee $10 ($5 for students); fee is waived for your first visit.
Dance Party w/ DJ Deep N' Delicious
Malarkey, 300 Ottawa St N
Friday, May 29, 10pm - 2am
Get your dancing shoes – we're having another dance party! With DJ Deep N' Delicious whose birthday starts at midnight. 19+. No cover!
(TO BE CONFIRMED) Risky Business '80s Night
The Corktown (ground-floor stage), 175 Young St
Saturday, June 6, 9pm - 1am
The area's most popular and longest running '80s retro night, since 2014! More information once available.
Outer Limits 60s surf incl. live band The Fuzz Vultures
Jason The 45 Selector at Ooey Gooey's, 107 George St
Friday, July 31, starts 9pm
This Happening is gonna be a real trip man! Mark your calendars for Friday July 31st as I'll be ganging up with The Fuzz Vultures for a night of 60s Garage, Surf & Fuzz Sounds all on original vinyl and that killer live sound! Don't be a square... just be there! ONLY $10 at the door!
DISORDER /: Dark Danz Event
The Underground, 41 Catharine St N
Saturday, September 12, 10pm - late
(Rescheduled from April 18.) Hamilton, darklings! The evolution in dark clubbing is coming to the shake the shadows... DISORDER /: Dark Danz Event: goth • darkwave • ebm • coldwave • industrial • dark electro. A high evergy audio visual experience synced to sound and energy under the blood moon mirror ball masterfully mixed by DJs Dwight Hybrid + DJ Constantin (Odonis Odonis). And with a surprise feature element that shouldn't be missed. Not stated to be 19+ but it probably is. Tickets here, or $15 cash at the door.