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)
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)
Urban Cowboy Line Dancing
Collective Arts Brewing, 207 Burlington St E (left side of building)
Saturday, May 2, 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 May 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)
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)
Dance Party w/ DJ Mar
Malarkey, 300 Ottawa St N
Saturday, May 2, 10pm - 2am
Get your dancing shoes – we're having another dance party! With DJ Mar. 19+. No cover.
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)
Urban Cowboy Line Dancing
Collective Arts Brewing, 207 Burlington St E (left side of building)
Monday, May 4, 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 May 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, 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: $35 +fees = $45.11. DETAILS (Instagram)
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.
Aftercrawl
The Spice Factory, 121 Hughson St N
Friday, May 8, 9pm - 2am
Presented by DIALD and Drop Spot Vintage: HAMILTON, WE'RE THROWING A 3-FLOOR ARTCRAWL AFTERPARTY! One ticket unlocks access to three fully immersive floors, each built with its own energy, sound, and identity. Move freely between the spaces, 3 distinct sonic worlds, completely different atmospheres. FLOOR 1 – THE UNDERWORLD: Dark, raw, high-pressure dancefloor. Underground sounds pushing UKG, hard house, bass, and more. Sounds by: Social Club @socialclub_ca, Nihility @nihility_._, Afiius @afiius, Kezselo @anthonyolesz. SOCIAL CLUB is a Vancouver-based DJ/producer blending UKG, hard house, and underground club sounds into high-energy, percussive tracks built for movement, landing in Hamilton for his debut on May 8th. FLOOR 2 – THE JUNGLE: Club Closet Welcomes you to THE JUNGLE. Prepare to let LOOSE. Make sure to step in with your best look! Greens, pinks, cheetah print...we're looking for feral fits! Sexy electro, techno, jungle, dubstep. Sounds by: Shefalimaya @shefalr, Disthene @ky4n1te, Critter @hot.aries.balloon, Stella Maise @estellamaise. FLOOR 3 – THE WESTERN RENAISSANCE: A collision of eras – western grit meets renaissance opulence. Curated fashion installation powered by Detroit Techno. Sounds by: Geneva @g_eneva. 19+. Tickets at Universe.com. DETAILS (Instagram)
Y2K+ Night w/ ESP
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E (downtown at Walnut; free parking right on the street; stairs down to venue)
Friday, May 8, 10pm - 2am
Whether you're rolling in with your crush, your crew or solo, it's going to be a TIME in the underground tn, with our classic y2k JAM! DJ ESP takes you straight back to the early-2000s era of glossy pop, iconic hip hop, R&B slow jams, and club anthems that defined a generation. Expect Y2K classics, throwback remixes, and seamless blends that keep the energy high while tapping into pure nostalgia. This night is all about playful vibes and packed dance floors – a soundtrack built for late-night movement, sing-along moments, and those "I forgot how hard this goes" tracks. From flirty favourites to full-on dancefloor heaters, DJ ESP delivers a set that hits every feeling. Genres: 90S, Y2K, HIP HOP, R&B REMIXES, DANCE, OPEN FORMAT. 19+. $10 until 11pm; $15 after 11pm.
Dance Party w/ DJs Todd G and Jooce
Malarkey, 300 Ottawa St N
Friday, May 8, 10pm - 2am
DJs JOOCE & TODD G are back with another insane night of 90s & 00s hits from 10-2! No cover, no reservation, just bring your dancing shoes and get ready to get sweatyyy! 19+.
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). DETAILS (Instagram)
Urban Cowboy Line Dancing
Collective Arts Brewing, 207 Burlington St E (left side of building)
Saturday, May 9, 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 May 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)
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. DETAILS (Instagram)
GRRL with Jamie Homage and Geneva
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E (downtown at Walnut; free parking right on the street; stairs down to venue)
Saturday, May 9, 10pm - 2:30am
GRRL with Jamie Homage & Geneva. NAVIGATE USING THE STARS: bug vibes curator GRRL is bringing the beat to Hamilton all the way from North Carolina, fresh off the release of Beetle on @pcmus this is a night of deconstructed bug club and non-stop energy. FEATURING shafts cocktails and cold brew courtesy of @thirdscoffeeco we are going all night. FUN FACT dung beetles navigate using the milky way, the sun, the moon, and the celestial polarization pattern. 19+. TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE: (including fee) $11.35 (early bird) or $17.05. DETAILS (Instagram)
Electric Nights
Studio L14, 627 Main St E (rear of building)
Saturday, May 9, 10pm - 3am
ELECTRIC NIGHTS – A Semi-Annual House Experience, presented by Bootsy Adams and Bangs. Hamilton, get ready: ELECTRIC NIGHTS is back and bigger than ever! Join us at Studio L14 for a night where sound, light, and rhythm collide. This isn't just another party; it's a celebration of house music in all its forms. From deep grooves and hypnotic basslines to uplifting melodies and soulful rhythms, expect nothing less than pure, unfiltered energy on the dancefloor. Whether you're a house music veteran or new to the scene, ELECTRIC NIGHTS is where the beat takes over and the night comes alive. Twice a year; always unforgettable. Lineup: BOOTSY ADAMS B2B DESIGNATED JIM, DJ TODD G, RAUL, MATT SCHWAB, OSITO. Expect a massive sound system, immersive lighting & visuals, nonstop house music energy, and a dancefloor full of true house music lovers. Let the rhythm move you. See you on the floor! $10 at the door, cash only. Note: no alcohol served or permitted at venue; non-alcoholic bevvies + freezies available for purchase.
Urban Cowboy Line Dancing
Collective Arts Brewing, 207 Burlington St E (left side of building)
Monday, May 11, 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 May 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)
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)
Urban Cowboy Line Dancing
Collective Arts Brewing, 207 Burlington St E (left side of building)
Saturday, May 16, 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 May 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)
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)
Urban Cowboy Line Dancing
Collective Arts Brewing, 207 Burlington St E (left side of building)
Monday, May 18, 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 May 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, 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.
Urban Cowboy Line Dancing
Collective Arts Brewing, 207 Burlington St E (left side of building)
Saturday, May 23, 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 May 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, 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)
Urban Cowboy Line Dancing
Collective Arts Brewing, 207 Burlington St E (left side of building)
Monday, May 25, 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 May 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)
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!
Urban Cowboy Line Dancing
Collective Arts Brewing, 207 Burlington St E (left side of building)
Saturday, May 30, 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 May 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)
Line Dance Fridays
Studio-G Hamilton, 126 James St N (second floor)
Friday, June 5, 7pm - 9pm
Line dancing on the first and third Fridays 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)
DECADES video dance party
Decades Dance Party at Doors Pub (upstairs), 56 Hess St S
Friday, June 5, (time tentative) 10pm - 1am
The sixth Decades Dance Party, by Dr. Abstract in collaboration with Dsptch. Dance to projected music videos from the 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s, and 00s! Genres: Psychedelic, Mod, Punk, Disco, Goth, New Wave, Britpop, Indi, Alternative, Electronica, Rave. Price TBA.
(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.
Salsa Bachata Social
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton, 126 James St N (second floor)
Sunday, June 7, 7:30pm - 11pm
Latin dancing with DJ: salsa, bachata, and more. $10 at the door. DETAILS (event schedule on Instagram)
Line Dance Fridays
Studio-G Hamilton, 126 James St N (second floor)
Friday, June 19, 7pm - 9pm
Line dancing on the first and third Fridays 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)
Salsa Bachata Social
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton, 126 James St N (second floor)
Sunday, June 21, 7:30pm - 11pm
Latin dancing with DJ: salsa, bachata, and more. $10 at the door. DETAILS (event schedule on Instagram)
Salsa Bachata Social
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton, 126 James St N (second floor)
Saturday, June 27, 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)
Line Dance Fridays
Studio-G Hamilton, 126 James St N (second floor)
Friday, July 3, 7pm - 9pm
Line dancing on the first and third Fridays 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)
Salsa Bachata Social
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton, 126 James St N (second floor)
Sunday, July 5, 7:30pm - 11pm
Latin dancing with DJ: salsa, bachata, and more. $10 at the door. DETAILS (event schedule on Instagram)
Line Dance Fridays
Studio-G Hamilton, 126 James St N (second floor)
Friday, July 17, 7pm - 9pm
Line dancing on the first and third Fridays 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)
Salsa Bachata Social
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton, 126 James St N (second floor)
Sunday, July 19, 7:30pm - 11pm
Latin dancing with DJ: salsa, bachata, and more. $10 at the door. DETAILS (event schedule on Instagram)
Salsa Bachata Social
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton, 126 James St N (second floor)
Saturday, July 25, 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)
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!
Salsa Bachata Social
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton, 126 James St N (second floor)
Sunday, August 2, 7:30pm - 11pm
Latin dancing with DJ: salsa, bachata, and more. $10 at the door. DETAILS (event schedule on Instagram)
Line Dance Fridays
Studio-G Hamilton, 126 James St N (second floor)
Friday, August 7, 7pm - 9pm
Line dancing on the first and third Fridays 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)
Salsa Bachata Social
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton, 126 James St N (second floor)
Sunday, August 16, 7:30pm - 11pm
Latin dancing with DJ: salsa, bachata, and more. $10 at the door. DETAILS (event schedule on Instagram)
Line Dance Fridays
Studio-G Hamilton, 126 James St N (second floor)
Friday, August 21, 7pm - 9pm
Line dancing on the first and third Fridays 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)
Salsa Bachata Social
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton, 126 James St N (second floor)
Saturday, August 22, 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)
Salsa Bachata Social
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton, 126 James St N (second floor)
Sunday, September 6, 7:30pm - 11pm
Latin dancing with DJ: salsa, bachata, and more. $10 at the door. DETAILS (event schedule on Instagram)
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.
Salsa Bachata Social
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton, 126 James St N (second floor)
Sunday, September 20, 7:30pm - 11pm
Latin dancing with DJ: salsa, bachata, and more. $10 at the door. DETAILS (event schedule on Instagram)
Salsa Bachata Social
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton, 126 James St N (second floor)
Saturday, September 26, 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)