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The Void
Studio L14, 627 Main St E (rear of building)
Saturday, March 29
10PM-5AM
Studio L14's very own dark techno after hours event returns, from 10pm to 5am! For this event we will be turning off the lights, and bustin' out the black V necks to jam out to some of the darkest and dirtiest techno beats until the early hours of the morning inside Studio L14! Black or dark attire is preferred for this one, but not mandatory. $10 at the door, cash only. Note: no alcohol served or permitted at venue. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Indie Sleaze with GENEVA
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Friday, March 28
10PM-late
Hailing from Hamilton's record label Trema, Geneva brings the indie sleaze hits and mixes to the underground for another night of riveting energy of the indie sleaze era. Genres: indie sleaze, electro clash, remixes, dance, pop. 19+. $5 before 11, $10 before 12, $15 after. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Electric Circus
Electric Diner, 28 James St N
Friday, March 28
10PM-close (doors 9PM)
Get ready for an electrifying night of 90s throwback vibes at Electric Circus! On Friday, March 28th, we're bringing the energy of the iconic MuchMusic program straight to the diner with A Side B Side spinning the best beats all night long. Special Prizes for Best Costume (show off your most iconic 90s look and win big) and Most Iconic Dance Moves (break out your best moves on the dance floor for a chance to win)! Think back to the golden era of MuchMusic and get ready to dance, groove, and party the night away. Grab your crew, don your best 90s look, and let's make it a night to remember! $10 advance ticket or $15 at the door – tickets here. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Salsa Bachata Fridays
Elite Latin Dance at 566 Concession St
Friday, March 28
8:30PM-late
Beginner lesson at 8:30pm, then dance the night away to 45% Salsa - 45% Bachata - 10% Cha Cha. $10.
Fascination Dark DJ Night
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Thursday, March 27
10PM-2:30AM
Hosted by Honey Boiler, experience the best Queer-Run Inclusive Goth night in Hamilton. Dress in your darkest leather and dance like no one is watching. DJs: BITTERNESS BARBIE + ESTEBAN AT WORK. Plus drag shows by JESSIE JAMES + OH! Livia. Genres: INDUSTRIAL, GOTH, POST-PUNK, DARKWAVE, DARK 80s, TECHNO, DRAG SHOW. (OutDancingHamilton lists dance-focused events; please note that in addition to dancing this event also includes other elements that may or may not interest you.) Tickets at Eventbrite, or $15 at the door space permitting. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Social Swing Dance
Steel City Swing Dance at Melrose United Church, 86 Homewood Ave.
Thursday, March 27
6:30-8:45PM
Come get bit by the swing bug at our Thursday Socials! We offer a beginner lesson to get you in the swing of things before we let you loose on the dance floor! Our DJ will have you jumpin' all night long! Beginner lesson 6:30-7, dancing 7-8:45. No partner required! We recommend wearing comfortable indoor footwear such as sneakers, and bring lots of water. $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Steel City Rollers 2 (Jungle and DnB)
Studio L14, 627 Main St E (rear of building)
Saturday, March 22
10PM-3AM
Crown Point Drum and Bass presents Steel City Rollers 2 - Jungle and DnB at Studio L14 Hamilton! Music Genres: DnB, Jungle. DJs: Wobl; Kaycee (Darkmatter); Crookshollow (Moemoneynoprblms); HiHer B2B Flash (Crown Point DnB). Hosted by MC RLLR. $10. Note: no alcohol served or permitted at venue. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Miguel Cisne
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Saturday, March 22
10PM-2AM
(Huey Mnemonic was unable to attend due to border issues; Miguel Cisne is substituting, border permitting.) Trema presents: Miguel Cisne (Limited Network, Detroit), with Trema's own Geneva and DJ Spike. 19+. Tickets $10 at ra.co, or at the door $10 before 11 and $15 after. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Saturday Social salsa bachata kizomba
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton, 126 James St N, Second Floor
Saturday, March 22
7:30PM-1AM
In the main dance hall, Salsa lesson with CORNELL (optional) then Latin dancing with DJ YESII: Salsa, Bachata, Cha Cha, Merengue. And in the 3rd floor OG lounge, Beginner Kizomba lesson with JONNY,then Kizomba and chill zone. Come dance with us. $20 with lesson or $15 without. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Y2K: Dj ESP
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Friday, March 21
10PM-2AM
Dj ESP returns to the Hamilton underground for another night of his Y2K infectious hits and vigour that trigger the dancefloor. GENRES: 90S, Y2K, REMIXES, DANCE, CLUB ANTHEMS. Cover TBA.
Kiki
Kiki Party Hamilton at Ringside (behind Architect Hair Design), 324 James St N
Friday, March 21
10PM-late
Kiki is more than just a queer-oriented dance party; it's a monthly celebration of 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion, a safe and accessible space where everyone under the rainbow umbrella is invited to come as they are, embrace their authenticity, and have an unforgettable time. Hosted by Daniel and Noel: Daniel, known as "The Bear Dan", a longtime promoter in Hamilton and a passionate advocate for the vibrant gay community, and Noel the fabulous Noella DeVille, the one and only Miss Hamilton Pride Forever™, a beloved drag queen who lights up every room she enters. This time we have DJ Piper P, and spotlight drag by Low Key LeStrange. This is a queer-oriented event but everyone is welcome except for bigots. $15 at the door, cash only (no ATM on site though there's a BMO ATM nearby). For additional information see the organizer's posts on Instagram. (OutDancingHamilton lists dance-focused events; please note that in addition to dancing this event also includes other elements that may or may not interest you.) DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Salsa Bachata Fridays
Elite Latin Dance at 566 Concession St
Friday, March 21
8:30PM-late
Beginner lesson at 8:30pm, then dance the night away to 45% Salsa - 45% Bachata - 10% Cha Cha. $10.
Dsptch: Rave
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Thursday, March 20
10PM-2AM
At Dsptch we're proud to present another Ravey Techno & Trance night with a hint of alien aesthetics and early 90s graphic software, with @Rafaelkhan (Toronto) and Shefalimaya (Hamilton). Expect high energy Rave tunes on the dancefloor! Genres: rave, deep grooves, dance, techno, house. $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Sunday Social Latin dance
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton, 126 James St N, Second Floor
Sunday, March 16
7:30PM-11PM
In the main dance hall on the 2nd floor, Latin dancing with DJ YESII: Salsa, Bachata, Cha Cha, Merengue. And in the 3rd floor OG Lounge, Kizomba and chill zone with JONNY. Come dance with us. $10 at the door. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Urban Cowboy Line Dancing
Royal Canadian Legion, 435 Limeridge Rd E
Sunday, March 16
2PM-5PM
Line dancing with Urban Cowboy Line Dancing. $15 to line dance (or $5 to be a spectator). DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Jersey Night
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Saturday, March 15
10PM-2AM
Get ready to roll through your favourite lounge in Jersey for a night full of good drinks, even better beats, and unmatched energy! Jersey gear is highly encouraged, but as always, come as you are and bring those good vibes! We're celebrating with two of the city's flyest creatives: Sho and Aline. Sounds by Jay Coupe. Genres: JERSEY THEME // OPEN FORMAT // HIP HOP // DANCEHALL // REMIXES. $5 before 10:30, $10 after. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Outer Limits: 60s+70s at 45rpm
Jason The 45 Selector at Ooey Gooey's, 107 George St
Saturday, March 15
9pm-late
It's Happening Kids! I'm bringing Outer Limits to the newest venue in town, Ooey Gooey's in Hess Village! Join me for the new and improved Outer Limits featuring the best records of the 60s & 70s played at 45rpm on original vinyl! That's everything from Soul, Reggae, Mod & Garage to Funk, Glam, Rock, Disco & Punk! It's music to your ear holes! Come dance, Come have a drink, come vibe with your host Jason The 45 Selector and others with fine taste in music like yourself! $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Salsa Sí Saturdays
SalsaSoul Productions at Main Stage, 747 King St E
Saturday, March 15
7:30PM-1AM
Salsa? Sííííí!! Come FEEL THE FIRE at SALSA SÍ SATURDAYS this WINTER! Join us on every 3rd Saturday of the month for FUN and FIERY nights that you won't soon forget! No partner or experience needed; all welcome! 7:30 doors open, 7:45 beginner and 8:15 intermediate Cuban Salsa / Rueda de Casino lessons with master teacher Vladimir Aranda, 9:00-1:00 Latin Dance party (primarily salsa and bachata) with DJ Duck. Plus a Kizomba room: over 800 square feet of dancing space in this gorgeous second room at Main Stage, with music curated by Mr. Kizomba himself, Jonny. $20 dance party only or $25 with lessons; includes a drink at the cash bar. We kindly request that dancers PLEASE BRING CASH. Free parking available on site and in the neighbourhood. See you on the dance floor! DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Urban Cowboy Line Dancing
Collective Arts Brewing, 207 Burlington St E (left side of building)
Saturday, March 15
7PM-11PM
Urban Cowboy Line Dancing expands to Hamilton tonight! Starting March 15th, we will be dancing at Collective Arts Brewing in Hamilton. Come join in on the fun and dance the night away with your favorite food and beverage options available. No cover, and free line-dancing lessons every 30 minutes. Accompanied teens and kids are allowed; we just ask that everyone is responsible and respectful of the other dancers. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Tdesu (DJ)
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Friday, March 14
10PM-2AM
ST. PATRICK'S DAY WEEKEND OPENER PART 1. Tdesu returns to the underground for a night of LUCKY VIBES & GREEN ENERGY. Based out of Toronto, with origins in the HAMMER, Tdesu is a must-see NTY staple experience: his remixes have been played in clubs across the world, making dancefloors GROOVE & GLOW with his signature global sound. Since 2016, he's been flipping R&B classics into suave, high-energy anthems–get ready to VIBE & CELEBRATE! Come dressed in your best green (not required, just suggested) and dance like you've found the pot of gold at the end of the bassline. Sip on classic special St. Paddy's drinks, link up with your crew, and get lucky on the dancefloor. Genres: R&B, REMIXES, DANCE, WORLD, OPEN FORMAT, GROOVES. $5 before 11 PM, $10 before midnight, $15 after. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
"Therapy" dark/alt rave
Vertagogo, 1385 Main St E
Friday, March 14
10PM-late
Presented by Dark.Hamilton: the city's monthly weekend Electro, Goth Night, Darkwave to Dark Trap, Industrial Night. 19+; P.L.U.R.; dress code is BLACK. $10 before 11; $15 after. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Salsa Bachata Fridays
Elite Latin Dance at 566 Concession St
Friday, March 14
8:30PM-late
This time, St. Patrick's Day Edition + Elite Teams Social! We will be celebrating St. Patrick's Day with some Salsa & Bachata! Dress in Green! Dance with our Teams! Beginner Salsa Lesson with Quin at 8:30pm and Intermediate Salsa Lesson with Sanya & Sean at 9:00pm. Then dance the night away to 45% Salsa - 45% Bachata - 10% Cha Cha: Sean will be our Dj from 9:30pm to 11pm, and Paul will be our Dj from 11pm to close. It is also our Elite Teams Social which means our performance team dancers will all be in attendance to dance together and with you! $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Social Swing Dance
Steel City Swing Dance at Melrose United Church, 86 Homewood Ave.
Thursday, March 13
6:30-8:45PM
Come get bit by the swing bug at our Thursday Socials! We offer a beginner lesson to get you in the swing of things before we let you loose on the dance floor! Our DJ will have you jumpin' all night long! Beginner lesson 6:30-7, dancing 7-8:45. No partner required! We recommend wearing comfortable indoor footwear such as sneakers, and bring lots of water. $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Jay Coupe (DJ)
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Saturday, March 8
10PM-3AM
DJ Coupe. GENRES; HIP HOP, TRAP, CLUB BANGERS, DANCE, OPEN FORMAT. Cover TBA.
Jaks Haus
Studio L14, 627 Main St E (rear of building)
Saturday, March 8
10PM-5AM
We return to Jaks Haus at Studio L14 for a very special after hours edition! This time to 5 AM. Jaks Haus is a house / tech house / techno dance party at Studio L14 on the second Saturday of each month (except in the summer). DJs this time: Lana Violette, Osito, Trevor Wilkes, Raul Vargas, DJ Jace, Esteban at Work, and Matt Schwab. $10 (no guest list this time). Cash only. No alcohol served or permitted at venue. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Rhythm & Beatz Vol. 4
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Friday, March 7
10PM-2AM
We're turning up the heat with chewy Beatz, our dancehall don returning to the underground and taking over the vibes for a night you'll FEEL in your soul. Let's give it for round 4. Born to mash up the place with bass-heavy riddims and island grooves, Chewy brings his signature blend of high-energy dancehall and feel-good Caribbean rhythms. Expect waistline-moving bangers, hypnotic beats, and pure vybz you won't forget. This is your calling – a night of ENERGY, UNITY, and SWEAT. Are you ready to buss a wine? Genres: DANCEHALL // AFROBEATS // AFROHALL // HIP HOP // TRAP // R&B. Hosted by @rae.dels. $5 before 11, $10 before 12, $15 after. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Daft Punk Dance Night
The Corktown (upstairs stage), 175 Young St
Friday, March 7
9PM-late
Get ready to dance all night to your favorite Daft Punk hits & deep cuts + Kavinsky, Justice, Giorgio Moroder, French electro, disco, indie-dance and more! (This is a DJ event; Daft Punk will not be in attendance!) Tickets here – $20 +5.66 fees, or if buying a 2-pack, each $10 +4.11 fees. 19+. Presented by MODO-Live. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Salsa Bachata Fridays
Elite Latin Dance at 566 Concession St
Friday, March 7
8:30PM-late
Beginner lesson at 8:30pm, then dance the night away to 45% Salsa - 45% Bachata - 10% Cha Cha. $10.
Line Dancing Fridays
Studio-G Hamilton, 126 James St N, Second Floor
Friday, March 7
6:30PM-8:30PM
Line dancing on the first Friday of each month, including lessons with Jennifer. New and experienced dancers are all welcome! Lessons With Jennifer will progress from beginner to Improver/Intermediate for the duration. We do this the first Friday of every month, and Jen will always build on what we have learned last time...come dance with us every month. Make friends, learn a skill, and find out that exercise can be fun! $15 at the door.
Vinyl Night: Women in Music Edition
The Art Gallery of Hamilton
Thursday, March 6
7:30PM-11PM
In honour of International Women's Day 2025, DJ Fazooli will be spinning the best tracks from women in music. Celebrate iconic female artists & their empowering anthems on the dance floor. Feel free to BYOV (bring your own vinyl)! Suitable for ages 19+; cash bar will be available. Ticket required here – $15, or $10 for AGH members. (OutDancingHamilton note: Vinyl Nights at the AGH are always great dance parties with great music.) DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Sunday Social Latin dance
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton, 126 James St N, Second Floor
Sunday, March 2
7:30PM-11PM
Latin dancing with DJ YESII: Salsa, Bachata, Cha Cha, Merengue. Come dance with us! $10 at the door. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Anna Sofia (DJ)
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Saturday, March 1
10PM-2AM
Anna Sofia (TO) is BACK!! You will not want to miss her Hyperpop Anthems and high tempo bangers in the underground. Genres: HYPERPOP, TECHNO, EDM, POP REMIXES, DANCE, BREAKS, OPEN FORMAT FOR OPEN HEARTS. $5 before 10:30, $10 before 11:30, $15 after. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Da Bomb, Hamilton's All-'90s Party
Mills Hardware, 95 King St E
Saturday, March 1
9PM-late
Da Bomb is Hamilton's only monthly all-'90s throwbacks party – club bangers, pop chartbusters, hip-hop anthems, and other big, shiny tunes. Dance the night away to all your nostalgic favourites, with sounds provided by DJ Todd G! 19+. Free if you RSVP in advance at millshardware.ca. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Risky Business 80s Night
The Corktown, 175 Young St
Saturday, March 1
9PM-1AM
DJs Mark & DMurk host the best 80s party in the city, now (with the closing of the Casbah) at The Corktown, main stage. $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Y2K: Dj ESP
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Friday, February 28
10PM-2AM
Y2K & 90s merge for the ultimate blast from the past as we kick off with our first winter underground throwback party of the year. Return to your favourite underground party lair with this one of a kind throwback night with maestro and special guest ESP. Come to the party lair in your best denim, silver eyeshadow/ shiny clothing / baggy fits. GENRES: Y2K & 90s SOUNDS// HIP HOP // DANCE // CLUB BANGERS // OPEN FORMAT. $5 before 11, $10 before 12, $15 after. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Fascination Dark DJ Night (3rd Anniversary)
The Corktown, 175 Young St
Friday, February 28
8PM-2:30AM
Hosted by Honey Boiler, experience the best Queer-Run Inclusive Goth night in Hamilton. Dress in your darkest leather and dance like no one is watching. Plus drag show. Genres: INDUSTRIAL, GOTH, POST-PUNK, DARKWAVE, DARK 80s, TECHNO, DRAG SHOW. (OutDancingHamilton lists dance-focused events; please note that in addition to dancing this event also includes other elements that may or may not interest you.) DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
A Night in Brazil
Zen Lounge, 69 John St South
Friday, February 28
(Start time not stated but well before 11)-late
We're bringing the calor do Brasil to Zen Lounge with the ultimate Latin x Funk party! @dj.oc will be dropping the best Funk and Latin beats, turning up the energy toda a noite! Get ready for a noite inesquecível with nonstop music, high energy, and muita dança! The bass will be hitting forte all night–vai ser loucura! Free glow sticks to light up the night! 19+. Cover: free before 11pm; after not stated. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Kiki
Kiki Party Hamilton at Ringside (behind Architect Hair Design), 324 James St N
Friday, February 28
10PM-late
(New date, after Sunday February 16th had to be postponed due to weather.) Kiki is more than just a queer-oriented dance party; it's a monthly celebration of 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion, a safe and accessible space where everyone under the rainbow umbrella is invited to come as they are, embrace their authenticity, and have an unforgettable time. Hosted by Daniel and Noel: Daniel, known as "The Bear Dan", a longtime promoter in Hamilton and a passionate advocate for the vibrant gay community, and Noel the fabulous Noella DeVille, the one and only Miss Hamilton Pride Forever™, a beloved drag queen who lights up every room she enters. This time we have DJ Mar. And amazing spotlight drag numbers by RICKY666MANIA and Noella DeVille! This is a queer-oriented event but everyone is welcome except for bigots. $15 at the door, cash only (no ATM on site though there's a BMO ATM nearby). For additional information see the organizer's posts on Instagram. (OutDancingHamilton lists dance-focused events; please note that in addition to dancing this event also includes other elements that may or may not interest you.) DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Salsa Bachata Fridays
Elite Latin Dance at 566 Concession St
Friday, February 28
8:30PM-late
Beginner Salsa lesson with Jesse at 8:30pm, then dance the night away to 45% Salsa - 45% Bachata - 10% Cha Cha. $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Social Swing Dance
Steel City Swing Dance at Melrose United Church, 86 Homewood Ave.
Thursday, February 27
6:30-8:45PM
Come get bit by the swing bug at our Thursday Socials! We offer a beginner lesson to get you in the swing of things before we let you loose on the dance floor! Our DJ will have you jumpin' all night long! Beginner lesson 6:30-7, dancing 7-8:45. No partner required! We recommend wearing comfortable indoor footwear such as sneakers, and bring lots of water. $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Andthenyoudie Presents: Tribal Tuesday
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Tuesday, February 25
10PM-2AM
Experience the debut of a bi-monthly party series curated by the Hamilton Andthenyoudie collective and team. A percussive, funky & dirty house night featuring: Plejboj + God Emperor + Pres Play + My Buddy Cam. Genres: HOUSE // TRIBAL HOUSE // DIRTY HOUSE // FUNKY HOUSE // PERCUSSION INSPIRED HOUSE MUSICA. Free before 10:30, $5 before midnight, $10 after. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Tdesu (DJ)
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Saturday, February 22
10PM-2AM
Tdesu (TO) brings the beats and his exclusive remixes that have travelled worldwide. Genres: R&B, REMIXES, DANCE, WORLD, OPEN FORMAT. $5 before 11, $10 before 12, $15 after. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Saturday Social salsa bachata kizomba
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton, 126 James St N, Second Floor
Saturday, February 22
7:30PM-1AM
In the main dance hall, a salsa lesson (optional) with CORNELL, then Latin dancing with DJ YESII: Salsa, Bachata, Cha Cha, Merengue. And in the 3rd floor OG lounge, a beginner Kizomba lesson (optional) with JONNY, then Kizomba dancing and chill zone with JONNY. $20 with lesson or $15 without. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
YungShrimpTempura: Baile-Funk
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Friday, February 21
10PM-2AM
@yungshrimptempura (Toronto) is BACK in Hamilton for an incredible night of Baile Funk/Rap/Afro/R&B/Latin. Hosted by @rae.dels of @hamiltonbailefunk. $5 before 11, $10 before 12, $15 after. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
80s Dance Party
Bridgeworks, 200 Caroline St N
Friday, February 21
8PM-late
DJ Brian St. Clair (who streams worldwide on Twitch as 80sDanceParty) is back at Bridgeworks for another night of 80s music videos to dance to! Dance the night away with all your favourite videos from Madonna, Duran Duran, Tears for Fears and more! 19+. Get your tickets here: Early bird tickets (limited quantity; 2/3 sold out on January 11) are 2 for $24.99+fees+tax=$32.18; single tickets are $14.99+fees+tax=$19.51. Or $25 at the door. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Salsa Bachata Fridays
Elite Latin Dance at 566 Concession St
Friday, February 21
8:30PM-late
Beginner lesson at 8:30pm, then dance the night away to 45% Salsa - 45% Bachata - 10% Cha Cha. $10.
Queer Stoplight Dance Party
Vertagogo, 1385 Main St E
Thursday, February 20
7PM/8PM-late
Binbrook Pride, Haus of the Holy Spirit, and Hamilton Queer Events are proud to present A Queer Stoplight Dance Party! Instead of just red, yellow, and green, why not include all the colours of the rainbow?—see the Instagram post linked here for details. Doors open at 7 PM, and DJ Mar starts spinning at 8 PM! Featuring special "Stoplight Spotlight" drag performances by Tammy THE Brown, Kasha Czech, and Oxymoron, every half hour! This is a 19+ event, and the bar is cash only with an ATM on-site. Tickets $10 in advance or $15 at the door. (OutDancingHamilton lists dance-focused events; please note that in addition to dancing this event also includes other elements that may or may not interest you.) DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
POSTPONED: Kiki
Kiki Party Hamilton at Ringside (behind Architect Hair Design), 324 James St N
Sunday, February 16
10PM-late
POSTPONED due to weather, to Friday February 28th: Kiki is more than just a queer-oriented dance party; it's a monthly celebration of 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion, a safe and accessible space where everyone under the rainbow umbrella is invited to come as they are, embrace their authenticity, and have an unforgettable time. Hosted by Daniel and Noel: Daniel, known as "The Bear Dan", a longtime promoter in Hamilton and a passionate advocate for the vibrant gay community, and Noel the fabulous Noella DeVille, the one and only Miss Hamilton Pride Forever™, a beloved drag queen who lights up every room she enters. This month we have DJ Osito. And amazing spotlight drag numbers by RICKY666MANIA and Noella DeVille! This is a queer-oriented event but everyone is welcome except for bigots. $15 at the door, cash only (no ATM on site though there's a BMO ATM nearby). For additional information see the organizer's posts on Instagram. (OutDancingHamilton lists dance-focused events; please note that in addition to dancing this event also includes other elements that may or may not interest you.) DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Sunday Social Latin dance (still on despite the weather)
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton, 126 James St N, Second Floor
Sunday, February 16
7:30PM-11PM
In the main hall, DJ YESII plays Salsa, Bachata, Cha Cha, Merengue. And in the 3rd floor OG Lounge, Kizomba and chill zone with JONNY. $10 at the door. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Lovers' Ball with Places.wav (still on despite the weather)
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Saturday, February 15
10PM-late
Friends, queers, pals, and lovers alike: welcome to Places.wav's first Lovers' Ball, an evening celebrating love in all its forms: developing a crush, intimacy, heartbreak, and finding love in unexpected places. Invite your crush, invite your ex who is now your bestie, invite your queer-platonic friend group, invite that cute person from Hinge, invite your local relationship anarchist, or invite that new pal with whom you want to keep making memories. godemperor, Dunaway, Peachface Lovedeep, and woodland bot behind decks all night with smooth-driving deep house and sensual, moan-y disco to set the mood for a tender night of dancing and connection. Dress code: Whatever makes you feel beautiful, sexy, radiant, and alive. Genres: disco, boogie, deep house, dance, leftfield dance. $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
CANCELLED: Trevor McSweeney's open-decks bday party
Studio L14, 627 Main St E (rear of building)
Saturday, February 15
9PM-2AM
CANCELLED due to weather (they're working on a new date):Open decks for Trevor McSweeney's 50th birthday bash! Pay What You Can. Note: no alcohol served or permitted at venue. OutDancingHamilton note: although this is Open Decks, meaning that the DJs aren't yet known, past experience suggests that people will be dancing the whole time. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
CANCELLED: Love Leftover with the Pointed Sisters
Rooney's, 724 Main St E
Saturday, February 15
8PM-11PM
CANCELLED due to weather (they're working on a new date): We're back! It's been pretty cold around here and we're looking to warm it up! Come join us to dance, gather and celebrate love of all kinds! Missed Valentine's Day? Don't celebrate it? Great! Come celebrate Love Leftover. BYOB; 19+. Pay what you can. (OutDancingHamilton note: the Pointed Sisters largely play 1970s music, on vinyl, with an emphasis on disco.) DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
CANCELLED: Salsa Sí Saturdays
SalsaSoul Productions at Main Stage Rehearsal Studios, 747 King St E
Saturday, February 15
7:30PM-1AM
CANCELLED due to weather (the next Salsa Sí Saturdays will be March 15th): Celebrate the love and passion of SALSA + BACHATA dancing with us on FEB. 15 at SALSA SI SATURDAY! We'll have FOUR lessons in two rooms! Featuring: music by the one and only DJ SISCO, Cuban Salsa Lessons with Master VLADIMIR, and Bachata Lessons with the elegant SEAN & SANYA. No partner or experience needed; all welcome! 7:30 doors, 7:45 BEGINNER Cuban Salsa + Bachata lessons, 8:15 INTERMEDIATE: Cuban Salsa + Bachata COMBO lessons, 9:00-1:00 Latin dance party (salsa and bachata). $20 dance party only or $25 with lessons; includes a drink at the cash bar. We kindly request that dancers PLEASE BRING CASH. Free parking available on site and in the neighbourhood. See you on the dance floor! DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Moh: Live at Andthenyou
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Friday, February 14
10PM-2AM
Who needs a Valentine when you've got the dance floor? We're bringing the love, the energy, and the best vibes to the underground, so be our favorite Valentine? Rush through a visceral night of non-stop bangers, feel-good remixes, and basslines that'll have you falling in love with the music (and maybe someone new). Whether you're rolling deep with your Galentines, vibing solo, or looking for that dancefloor connection, this is the place to be. Jump into the arms of Aphrodite's kiss of sonic bliss and GROOVE to this Valentine's experience. LOVE, ENERGY, and PURE HEAT. Do you want to hear about it, or will you be there? Sounds by the eclectic & talented Moh. Genres: OPEN FORMAT, DANCE, REMIXES, HIP HOP. $5 before 11, $10 before 12, $15 after. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Valentine's Day 80s Dance
Electric Diner, 28 James St N
Friday, February 14
9PM-close
Join us for a totally rad Valentine's Day dance, featuring DJ Fazooli spinning all your favorite 80s hits. The diner will be decked out in festive Valentine's decor, setting the perfect vibe for a night of fun, dancing, and romance. It's the ultimate throwback celebration, so put on your best 80s outfit and let's dance the night away! Get your tickets now before you're scrambling for a plan with your loved one, here, for $20 each (includes a glass of bubbly for each person, and a rose for each couple). Prize for best-dressed couple, and a sweetheart photo area. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Salsa Bachata Fridays
Elite Latin Dance at 566 Concession St
Friday, February 14
8:30PM-midnight
Wear WHITE, RED OR PINK and come out and dance with us on our very special Valentine's Day Edition of Salsa Bachata Fridays. LADIES HALF COVER BEFORE 9PM. Come out and meet the newest addition to our Elite Dance Family: Ricardo V. will be joining Elite as our new Beginner Instructor in Oakville. Ricardo will be teaching a CHA CHA Lesson at 8:30pm that you won't want to miss! Then dance the night away with curated music by Sean from 9pm to 10:30pm and Paul from 10:30pm to midnight. 45% Salsa - 45% Bachata - 10% Cha Cha. $10 (this time, ladies $5 before 9pm). DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Love on The Dancefloor: Valentines Party
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Thursday, February 13
10PM-2AM
We're kicking off Valentine's Day weekend with the sweetest Afro & Top 40 rhythms to make your heart (and hips) move. Featuring the debut of Tekena – expect deep grooves, percussive heat, and nothing but love on the dance floor as we ride the waves of Afrohouse, Amapiano, and global/ Top 40 all night long. Genres: AFROHOUSE // AMAPIANO // GLOBAL // RHYTHM & VIBRATION // TOP 40 // FEEL GOOD. $5 before 11; $10 after. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Vintage Valentine Swing Dance Party
Steel City Swing Dance at Melrose United Church, 86 Homewood Ave.
Thursday, February 13
6:30-8:45PM
Step back in time and dance the night away! Join Steel City Swing for a Vintage Valentine Swing Dance Party. We offer a beginner Lindy Hop lesson to get you in the swing of things before we let you loose on the dance floor! Our DJ will have you jumpin' all night long! Beginner lesson 6:30-7, dancing 7-8:45. No partner required! We recommend wearing comfortable indoor footwear such as sneakers, and bring lots of water. $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
POSTPONED: Jaks Haus
Studio L14, 627 Main St E (rear of building)
Saturday, February 8
10PM-3AM
CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER; will be rescheduled for a later date: Jaks Haus is a house / tech house / techno dance party at Studio L14 on the second Saturday of each month (except in the summer). DJs this time: Lana Violette, Raul Vargas, Esteban at Work, and Matt Schwab (Birthday Beats!). $10, or message any of the DJs involved for $5 guest list. Cash only. No alcohol served or permitted at venue. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Underground Pop House with Malaz
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Saturday, February 8
10PM-2:30AM
Get ready for a night that'll elevate your soul, as our resident Dj Malaz drops heavy basslines and contagious beats that'll keep you moving. Expect house anthems, electrifying pop mixes, and pure energy that'll have you dancing all night long. Genres: DEEP GROOVES, DANCE, HOUSE, REMIXES. $5 before 11, $10 before 12, $15 after – or $5 with ticket to tonight's Vitamin Dance "Secret Portal" event, for which this is the afterparty. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
The Secret Portal
Vitamin Dance in collaboration with Winterfest, at Jackson Square
Saturday, February 8
9PM-1AM
An alien spaceship has crash-landed in downtown Hamilton, and Vitamin Dance is here to guide you through The Secret Portal into an intergalactic DANCE PARTY! Get ready for an unforgettable night of funky-disco-house vibes with our extraterrestrial groove master, DJ Trevor Knox! Our spaceship-inspired venue is the ultimate retro-futuristic crash site, brimming with immersive installations. It's the perfect place to let loose, shine bright, and embrace your alien alter ego! This event includes a Secret Entrance, Cosmic Dance Floor, Immersive Installations, and so much more! 19+, with last call at 12:30am. Tickets $20+fees+tax=$25 presale to Feb 1st (use code WINTERFEST) or $25+fees+tax=$30.97 afterward, or at the door (space permitting). Also: AFTERPARTY at Andthenyou, 145 Main St E, with DJ Malaz: just $5 with your Secret Portal ticket. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Rhythm & Beatz Vol. 3
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Friday, February 7
10PM-2AM
We're turning up the heat with chewy Beatz, our dancehall don returning to the underground and taking over the vibes for a night you'll FEEL in your soul. Let's give it for round 3. Born to mash up the place with bass-heavy riddims and island grooves, Chewy brings his signature blend of high-energy dancehall and feel-good Caribbean rhythms. Expect waistline-moving bangers, hypnotic beats, and pure vybz you won't forget. This is your calling – a night of ENERGY, UNITY, and SWEAT. Are you ready to buss a wine? Genres: dancehall, Afrobeats, dance, Caribbean, grooves. $5 before 11, $10 before 12, $15 after. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
"Decades" video dance party
Decades Dance Party at Doors Pub (upstairs), 56 Hess St S
Friday, February 7
10PM-1AM
Launch of the Decades Dance Party, by Dr. Abstract in collaboration with Dsptch. Projected music videos from the sixties, seventies, eighties, nineties, and naughts! Two from each decade and repeat! Genres: Psychedelic, Mod, Punk, Disco, Goth, New Wave, Britpop, Indi, Alternative, Electronica, Rave. $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Salsa Bachata Fridays
Elite Latin Dance at 566 Concession St
Friday, February 7
8:30PM-late
Beginner lesson at 8:30pm, then dance the night away to 45% Salsa - 45% Bachata - 10% Cha Cha. $10.
Line Dancing Fridays
Studio-G Hamilton, 126 James St N, Second Floor
Friday, February 7
7:30PM-10:30PM
Line dancing on the first Friday of each month, including lessons with Jennifer! Lessons 7:30-9:30 (Jennifer will do a few moves to a couple of songs, and then people will dance, and then she'll come back up and give a few more moves), then dancing until 10:30. $15 at the door. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Sunday Social Latin dance
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton, 126 James St N, Second Floor
Sunday, February 2
7:30PM-11PM
Latin dancing in the main hall with DJ YESII: Salsa, Bachata, Cha Cha, Merengue. And in the 3rd floor OG lounge, Kizomba and chill zone with JONNY. $10 at the door. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Spacedisco Records' Hatiras, Virgil Thomas, and 2ndSelf
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Saturday, February 1
10PM-2AM
Spacedisco Records returns to Andthenyou, with producers+DJs Hatiras, Virgil Thomas, and 2ndSelf! Spacedisco Records is a Toronto-based modern record label bringing you new but classic-sounding, raw, jackin, deep and funky house music; label boss Hatiras has two Juno Awards for Dance Recording of the Year. Genres: house, deep grooves, nu disco. $10 before midnight; $15 after. (OutDancingHamilton note: Spacedisco Records has been at Andthenyou several times already, including all three of tonight's producer-DJs. If you want to really dance to high-energy house music, it doesn't get any better than this.) DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Da Bomb, Hamilton's All-'90s Party
Mills Hardware
Saturday, February 1
9PM-late
Da Bomb is Hamilton's only monthly all-'90s throwbacks party – club bangers, pop chartbusters, hip-hop anthems, and other big, shiny tunes. Dance the night away to all your nostalgic favourites, with sounds provided by DJ Todd G! 19+. Free if you RSVP in advance at millshardware.ca. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Risky Business 80s Night
The Corktown, 175 Young St
Saturday, February 1
9PM-1AM
DJs Mark & DMurk have hosted the best 80s party in the city for over 10 years, now (with the closing of the Casbah) at The Corktown, main stage. Tickets here, at Eventbrite for $10 plus $1.98 s/c, or $10 at the door (space permitting). DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
DJ ESP: Y2K +
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Friday, January 31
10PM-2AM
Y2K & 90s merge for the ultimate blast from the past as we kick off with our first winter underground throwback party of the year. Return to your favourite underground party lair with this one of a kind throwback night with maestro and special guest ESP. We are bringing the HEAT so get ready to groove. Come to the party lair in your best denim, silver eyeshadow/ shiny clothing / baggy fits. GENRES: Y2K & 90s SOUNDS // HIP HOP // DANCE // CLUB BANGERS // OPEN FORMAT. $5 before 11, $10 before 12, $15 after. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Salsa Bachata Fridays
Elite Latin Dance at 566 Concession St
Friday, January 31
8:30PM-late
Grand opening at our new location! It is also our Elite Teams Edition which means our performance team dancers will all be in attendance to dance together and with you! Salsa Lesson with Sanya & Sean at 8:30pm, then dance the night away with curated music by Sean from 9pm to 10:30pm & Paul from 10:30pm - Midnight. 45% Salsa - 45% Bachata - 10% Cha Cha. $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Fruit Salad - Winter Snow Ball
Fruit Salad at Bridgeworks, 200 Caroline St N
Friday, January 31
7:30PM-1AM
Tickets are live for Fruit Salad's Winter Snow Ball! Formal dress encouraged because it's fun to dress up, but not mandatory, in case it's not. Fruit Salad aims to respond to the lack of spaces for lesbians, queer & questioning women and femmes, trans femme, trans masc, gender non-conforming folks and their friends. Including with dance parties! With DJ Me Time. Arrive early for sweet treats and to play the Disco Game Show. Tickets $25, here. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Fascination Dark DJ Night
Andthenyou
Thursday, January 30
10PM-2:30AM
Hosted by Honey Boiler, experience the best Queer-Run Inclusive Goth night in Hamilton. Dress in your darkest leather and dance like no one is watching. Plus drag show. Genres: INDUSTRIAL, GOTH, POST-PUNK, DARKWAVE, DARK 80s, TECHNO, DRAG SHOW. More details in the linked Instagram post. (OutDancingHamilton lists dance-focused events; please note that in addition to dancing this event also includes other elements that may or may not interest you.) DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Techno Tuesday
Andthenyou
Tuesday, January 28
10PM-late
Techno Tuesday returns! This time with @G2K and DJ SPIKE. Genres: TECHNO ALL NIGHT BABY. Presale $6 at ra.co, or $10 at the door. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
The Goat Party
Studio L14, 627 Main St E (rear of building)
Saturday, January 25
10PM-5AM
This year's annual Capricorn party, the Goat jam is extra special this year with some of the GTA's best House DJs, with headliner MC Flipside at Studio L14 for the first time! Plus Osito, Virgil Thomas b2b 2ndself, Dirlic, and O.K. $20 at the door. Cash only. No alcohol served or permitted at venue. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Black and White Party
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Saturday, January 25
10PM-2AM
PARTY97 TAKEOVER. Join us as @doattw and @apolloasm hit the stage, bringing nothing but heat to the underground. From Afrobeats to Dancehall, Hip Hop to House, we're taking you on a global journey through sound all night long. Hosted by Party@97, embrace yourself it's a vibe. Join us for the iconic grooves, the smooth transitions, and turn up with your crew, we’ve got the space to keep you dancing and enjoying delicious cocktails til late. Genres: AFROBEATS // HIP HOP // DANCEHALL // HOUSE // OPEN FORMAT. $5 before 11, $10 before 12, $15 after. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Saturday Social salsa bachata kizomba
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton, 126 James St N, Second Floor
Saturday, January 25
7:30PM-1AM
7:30pm-8:30pm: dance lessons (optional) in both rooms: Latin lesson with CORNELL and Kizomba with JONNY. Then 8:30pm-1am: Latin dancing in the main dance hall with DJ SISCO (Salsa, Bachata, Cha Cha, Merengue), and in the 3rd floor OG lounge, Kizomba and chill zone with JONNY. $20 with lesson or $15 without. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Beach Party with Tdesu
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Friday, January 24
10PM-2AM
A slice of summer in January. Beach attire welcome as Tdesu (TO) brings the beats and his exclusive remixes that have travelled worldwide – champagne bottle for best dressed. Genres: R&B, remixes, dance, world, global sounds. $5 before 11, $10 before 12, $15 after – or $5 at any time if dressed in theme. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Kiki
Kiki Party Hamilton at Ringside (behind Architect Hair Design), 324 James St N
Friday, January 24
10PM-late
Kiki is more than just a queer-oriented dance party; it's a monthly celebration of 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion, a safe and accessible space where everyone under the rainbow umbrella is invited to come as they are, embrace their authenticity, and have an unforgettable time. Hosted by Daniel and Noel: Daniel, known as "The Bear Dan", a longtime promoter in Hamilton and a passionate advocate for the vibrant gay community, and Noel the fabulous Noella DeVille, the one and only Miss Hamilton Pride Forever™, a beloved drag queen who lights up every room she enters. This month we have DJ Mar. And amazing spotlight drag by Jesse James and Noella DeVille! This is a queer-oriented event but everyone is welcome except for bigots. $15 at the door, cash only (no ATM on site though there's a BMO ATM nearby). For additional information see the organizer's posts on Instagram. (OutDancingHamilton lists dance-focused events; please note that in addition to dancing this event also includes other elements that may or may not interest you.) DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
CANCELLED: Salsa Bachata Fridays
Elite Latin Dance at The Ballroom, 1043 King St W
Friday, January 24
8:30PM-late
CANCELLED: Beginner lesson at 8:30pm, then dance the night away to 45% Salsa - 45% Bachata - 10% Cha Cha. $10.
SOLD OUT: The Last Disco
The Casbah (Main Hall), 306 King St W (entrance on Queen)
Friday, January 24
8PM-midnight
SOLD OUT: On the Casbah's FINAL WEEKEND, is there any better way to end it off than a dance party by DJ DONNA LOVEJOY? One last turn on the dance floor – expect lots of disco with house, pop & electro thrown in the mix. Let's Dance. 19+. $10 at Eventbrite (plus $1.98 service charge) or $10 at the door (space permitting; now sold out). DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Dancing with your Inner Child
Mothra at Studio-G, 126 James St N, Second Floor
Friday, January 24
7PM-midnight
Ecstatic dance. Opening with a cacao ceremony, then a 2-hour dance party to a DJ set by Mr. Joyful, and winding down with a sound bath. Tickets and much more information here: Early Bird (through Sunday Jan. 19) $25+fee+tax=$31.59, General Admission (Monday Jan. 20 onward) $30+fee+tax=$37.61, At the Door $40+tax=$45.20. (OutDancingHamilton lists dance-focused events; please note that in addition to dancing this event also includes other elements that may or may not interest you.) DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Dsptch: Rave
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Thursday, January 23
10PM-2AM
At DSPTCH we're kicking off 2025 with a Bang, dispatching Ravey Techno & Trance in an Underground setting! Expect high energy Rave tunes on the dancefloor! With Bornhoft (Toronto), Juanija (Toronto Live), and Shefalimaya (Hamilton). Genres: rave, deep grooves, dance, techno, house. $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
CANCELLED: Social Swing Dance
Steel City Swing Dance at Melrose United Church, 86 Homewood Ave.
Thursday, January 23
6:30-8:45PM
CANCELLED as the space is being used for filming: Come get bit by the swing bug at our Thursday Socials! We offer a beginner lesson to get you in the swing of things before we let you loose on the dance floor! Our DJ will have you jumpin' all night long! Beginner lesson 6:30-7, dancing 7-8:45. No partner required! We recommend wearing comfortable indoor footwear such as sneakers, and bring lots of water. $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Dyke Takeover: Y3K
Hamilton Queer Events at Vertagogo, 1385 Main St E
Sunday, January 19
4PM-12AM
Join us at Vertagogo for our Y3K (futuristic) Dyke Takeover! The night will feature an art market, open runway with prizes for best dressed (category is: Y3K!), live music/drag, and a dance party! Everyone is welcome at this event, however it is targeted towards lesbians and other queer identifying women + genderqueer individuals. We expect anyone who does not fit this event's demographic to be respectful of our space. 4pm to midnight, with dancing expected to start between 10:30 and 11 (depending on how long the drag + runway takes). $10 advance (+$1.98 fee =$11.98) here, or $10 at the door. (OutDancingHamilton lists dance-focused events; please note that in addition to dancing this event also includes other elements that may or may not interest you.) DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Brazilian/Hip Hop feat. Yungshrimptempura
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Saturday, January 18
10PM-2AM
You're invited to Hamilton's biggest Brazilian/Hip Hop club event! With Dj @yungshrimptempura (Toronto). Hosted by @rae.dels of Brazilian Night. Genres: Baile Funk/Rap/Afro/R&B/Latin. $5 before 11, $10 before 12, $15 after. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
A Side B Side
The Casbah (Lounge), 306 King St W (entrance on Queen)
Saturday, January 18
9:30PM-late
A SIDE B SIDE is an in-person dance party with the duo of DMurk (Risky Business) & DJ Balter on the decks. A dual of danceable hits & the deep deep cuts. 9:30pm-1am (we will keep going if you do). Free admission.
Salsa Sí Saturdays
SalsaSoul Productions at Main Stage, 747 King St E
Saturday, January 18
7:30PM-1AM
Salsa? Sííííí!! Come FEEL THE FIRE at SALSA SÍ SATURDAYS this WINTER! Join us on every 3rd Saturday of the month for FUN and FIERY nights that you won't soon forget! No partner or experience needed; all welcome! This time, power dance couple JULIE & RAFAEL are back, teaching CUBAN SALSA lessons in pairs (no partner required) and a follows vs. leads DANCE BATTLE at the dance party! 7:30 doors, 7:45 beginner dance lesson (Basics with Cuban styling and isolations), 8:15 intermediate dance lesson (Steps combo with sazón), 9:00-1:00 dance party (salsa and bachata) with DJ Jorge. All levels welcome :) $20 dance party only or $25 with lessons; includes a drink at the cash bar. We kindly request that dancers PLEASE BRING CASH. Free parking available on site and in the neighbourhood. See you on the dance floor! DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Denim Disaster: Sho & Aline
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Friday, January 17
10PM-2AM
Come celebrate the birthdays of dynamic duo Sho and Aline, at the latest Denim Disaster in the underground. Sounds by JSTAR. Theme: everything denim. Genres: denim theme, open format, hip hop, Afro, remixes. $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Salsa Bachata Fridays
Elite Latin Dance at The Ballroom, 1043 King St W
Friday, January 17
8:30PM-late
Our Last Salsa Bachata Fridays - Elite Team Edition was fire, & you don't want to miss this Friday because it's LADIES NIGHT! LADIES HALF COVER BEFORE 9PM. Bachata Lesson with Elite Directors Sanya & Sean Quinlan at 8:30pm, then dance the night away to 45% Salsa - 45% Bachata - 10% Cha Cha, with curated music by Sean 9pm-10:30pm and Paul 10:30pm-midnight. Cover $10 – and since it's Ladies Night, ladies pay $5 before 9pm. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Latin Dance Social
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton, 126 James St N, Second Floor
Friday, January 17
7:30PM-1AM
Happy birthday to Daria – come dance in celebration of this fine lady! In the main dance hall, a KIZOMBA Lesson (optional) with David and Daria, then Latin dancing with DJ LOCAÑO: Salsa, Bachata, Cha Cha, Merengue. And in the 3rd floor OG lounge, KIZOMBA and chill zone with JONNY. $20 with lesson or $15 without. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Sunday Social Latin dance
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton, 126 James St N, Second Floor
Sunday, January 12
7:30PM-11PM
Latin dancing with DJ Locaño: salsa, bachata, cha cha. $10 at the door. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Rhythm & Beatz Vol. 2
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Saturday, January 11
10PM-2AM
We're turning up the heat with chewy Beatz, our dancehall king returning to the underground and taking over the vibes for a night you'll FEEL in your soul. Let's give it for round 2. Born to mash up the place with bass-heavy riddims and island grooves, Chewy brings his signature blend of high-energy dancehall and feel-good Caribbean rhythms. Expect waistline-moving bangers, hypnotic beats, and pure vybz you won't forget. This is your calling – a night of ENERGY, UNITY, and SWEAT. Are you ready to buss a wine? Genres: dancehall, Afrobeats, dance, Caribbean, grooves. $5 before 11, $10 before 12, $15 after. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Indie Sleaze with GENEVA
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Friday, January 10
10PM-2AM
Get your Friday festivities GOING with this banger of a night curated by the one and only GENEVA. Here in the underground to flex her ability to be versatile showcasing highlights and remixes of the INDIE SLEAZE era. Get in your best indie sleaze fits and dance your ass off. Genres: indie sleaze, remixes, electro clash, indie rock. $5 before 11, $10 before 12, $15 after. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
"Therapy" dark club night
The Casbah (main hall), 306 King St W (entrance on Queen)
Friday, January 10
10PM-late
The last Therapy at the Casbah! Presented by Dark.Hamilton: the city's monthly weekend Electro, Goth Night, Darkwave to Dark Trap, Industrial Night. DJs: Psygore, Live Evil. Dress code: BLACK. 19+. $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
POSTPONED: Beaver DamThe Casbah (Lounge), 306 King St W (entrance on Queen)Friday, January 10 aiming for March
9PM-late
POSTPONED (aiming to reschedule for March): Beaver Dam is Hamilton's hottest new Lesbian party, and the first one sold out. Join us for a fabulous night of leather & lace, lesbian grace - a celebration of queer style, empowerment, and community! With DJ Mar and DJ Rose. Plus Paige Turner, Toronto's hottest burlesque dancer. Tickets (only 60 available so get yours early) here at Eventbrite for $27.96 (=25 +2.96 fees), or $30 at the door as space permits. (OutDancingHamilton lists dance-focused events; please note that in addition to dancing this event also includes other elements that may or may not interest you.) DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Salsa Bachata Fridays
Elite Latin Dance at The Ballroom, 1043 King St W
Friday, January 10
8:30PM-late
Beginner lesson at 8:30pm with Jesse Valvasori, then dance the night away to 45% Salsa - 45% Bachata - 10% Cha Cha. $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Wax Poetic: All Records, All Night
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Thursday, January 9
10PM-2AM
Wax Poetic is back! Join us in the underground and surround yourself in house music all night long. All records, all night, from your local crate diggers DJ Decchio & Choonraider. We'll warm up the night with some funk, get into some disco, and drop into OG house bangers from the bottom bins and beyond for most of the night. Join us for four hours of strictly vinyl and kick off 2025 with a bang. $5 all night long. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Social Swing Dance
Steel City Swing Dance at Melrose United Church, 86 Homewood Ave.
Thursday, January 9
6:30-8:45PM
Come get bit by the swing bug at our Thursday Socials! We offer a beginner lesson to get you in the swing of things before we let you loose on the dance floor! Our DJ will have you jumpin' all night long! Beginner lesson 6:30-7, dancing 7-8:45. No partner required! We recommend wearing comfortable indoor footwear such as sneakers, and bring lots of water. $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Open House Salsa and Bachata Dance Party
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton, 126 James St N, Second Floor
Wednesday, January 8
6:30/7:30PM-10PM
Two things: [1] 6:30 to 7:30 SHINES WORKSHOP (all levels) with our own Master of Dance CORNELL MANNINGS ($10); [2] 7:30 to 10:00 open house salsa and bachata dancing (free!). DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Sunday Social Latin dance
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton, 126 James St N, Second Floor
Sunday, January 5
7:30PM-11PM
MAIN DANCE HALL: DJ LOCANO: Salsa, Bachata, Cha Cha, Merengue. 3RD FLOOR OG LOUNGE: Kizomba and chill zone with JONNY. $10 at the door. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
House Music ON REPEAT
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Saturday, January 4
10PM-2AM
Hamilton hero Kaye is back to spin his eclectic mixes of deep grooving bangers to enter you into the new year, together with Joyride and Illocos both making their Andthenyou debut. Genres: house, house adjacent, deep house, grooves, indie dance. $5 before 11:30; $10 after. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Risky Business 80s Night (SOLD OUT)
The Casbah (main hall), 306 King St W (entrance on Queen)
Saturday, January 4
9PM-1AM
DJs Mark & DMurk host the best 80s party in the city, live at The Casbah AND virtually on our Mixcloud channel. Advance tickets were here for $10 plus $1.98 s/c, but are now SOLD OUT; there were a very limited number of tickets at the door for $10 but those are also now SOLD OUT. This is the last Risky Business at the Casbah (which is closing) – future ones will be at the Corktown, still on the first Saturday of the month and still $10 cover. $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Fruit Salad Disco Pop-Up (SOLD OUT)
Fruit Salad at Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Friday, January 3
10PM-2AM
Post holiday Pop-Up. Let's disco dance the night away to grooves provided by DJ Mar. WooHoo! Disco fashion vibes encouraged! Fruit Salad aims to respond to the lack of spaces for lesbians, queer & questioning women and femmes, trans femme, trans masc, gender non-conforming folks, and their friends. Including with dance parties! Advance tickets $10 up to Dec. 31 or $15 after, here, or $15 at the door. SOLD OUT. Zero door tickets available at the beginning of the night; door tickets (contingent on capacity) are likely to become available at 12:30 AM. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Chappell Roan Dance Night
The Casbah (main hall), 306 King St W (entrance on Queen)
Friday, January 3
10PM-late
Don't miss the unofficial dance party dedicated to playing all your favourite bops from the Midwest Princess! (This is a DJ event; Chappell Roan will not be in attendance!) Advance tickets here – $17.19 (12.50 +4.69 fees), or $14.10 (9.99 +4.11 fees) if purchased in pairs. Or at the door (price not stated by venue). 19+. Presented by MODO-Live. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Salsa Bachata Fridays
Elite Latin Dance at The Ballroom, 1043 King St W
Friday, January 3
8:30-midnight
This time it's a special edition of Salsa Bachata Fridays. Come dance with all our Elite Performance Team dancers – we've invited all of our team members to come out and dance, and we want you all to join us too! Beginner salsa lesson at 8:30pm with Sanya & Sean. Then dance the night away with curated music by Sean (9pm to 10:30pm) and Paul (10:30pm to midnight). 45% Salsa - 45% Bachata - 10% Cha Cha. $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Line Dancing Fridays
Studio-G Hamilton, 126 James St N, Second Floor
Friday, January 3
7:30PM-10:30PM
Line dancing on the first Friday of each month, including lessons with Jennifer! Lessons 7:30-9:30 (Jennifer will do a few moves to a couple of songs, and then people will dance, and then she'll come back up and give a few more moves), then dancing until 10:30. $15 at the door. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Authentically CONDONE
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Thursday, January 2
10PM-2AM
Bring in the new year with a night full of authentic fun, love, and music, and find your self on the dancefloor. DJs: PipC, Curaga, Madame Hollywood. GENRES: TRANCE // BREAKBEAT // JUNGLE // TECHNO // DANCE. $10 before 11, $15 after (cash only). DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
AWOL: New Year's Celebration
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Tuesday, December 31
10PM-3AM
Jump into the New Year with your loved ones underneath the disco ball! In collaboration with Hamilton-based vintage store AWOL. Open until 3am, with our resident DJ Malaz, Moj, and Moh to curate the sounds of the night! Genres: TECHNO, BREAKBEAT, JUNGLE, TRANCE. Tickets $22.63 (incl. $2.63 fee) at Eventbrite. 2025 Awaits you with open arms and so do we at Andthenyou! DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
New Year's Eve 80s Prom Night
Electric Diner, 28 James St N
Tuesday, December 31
9PM-1AM
Ring in the New Year dressed in your sparkliest, tackiest 80's prom outfit! DJ Fazooli spins all the best 80's hits and slow jams. Prom king and queen crowned at midnight! Full kitchen OPEN until 9pm - book a table prior to the event for dinner first! Snacks available to order 9pm-1am. Tickets include a complimentary toast at midnight. Tickets are almost sold out and can be purchased here for $20. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
New Year's Eve with Born in the Eighties
Mills Hardware, 95 King St E
Tuesday, December 31
9PM-late
The Ultimate New Year's Eve bash with Born in the Eighties! Hamilton's favourite cover band plays the best of the 80s and beyond – hitting on R&B, pop, rap and more. Featuring sets from DJ Todd G, resident DJ of the monthly Da Bomb 90s dance party. Ticket includes Prosecco toast and light snacks. Send off 2024 in style! Tickets are extremely limited, so get yours here while you can, for $89.99+$19.39 fees&taxes=$109.38. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
coLLab (Soulful Deep House)
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Saturday, December 28
10PM-2AM
Making his return to the underground is Chris Sakai with his legendary "coLLab" event, with fellow DJs Frank Williams and gaDJet. These veterans on the decks will bring their incredibly lush and danceworthy Soulful Deep House sounds to the Andthenyou floor. Genres: SOULFUL HOUSE // DEEP HOUSE // CLUB BANGERS // OPEN FORMAT. $5 before 11, $10 before 12, $15 after. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Leather Weather V2: Sho & Aline
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Friday, December 27
10PM-2AM
The dynamic duo of Sho & Aline is here to escort the leather vibrations into the night for the winter season – the theme is anything leather. Sounds by DJs Dion & Riki. Genres: Hip hop, Dancehall, Remixes. $5 before 11, $10 before 12, $15 after. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Salsa Bachata Fridays
Elite Latin Dance at The Ballroom, 1043 King St W
Friday, December 27
8:30-late
Dance the night away to 45% Salsa - 45% Bachata - 10% Cha Cha. Beginner lesson at 8:30pm. $10.
Dsptch Xmas Eve Party
The Casbah (Lounge), 306 King St W (entrance on Queen)
Tuesday, December 24
9PM-late
Dsptch did this last year too at the Casbah – it turns out lots of Hamiltonians are out there looking to party on Dec. 24! A night of Electro-Funk-House-Disco in the Casbah Lounge, with DJs Grind Abrasion, MARI, and ShefaliMaya. The bar will have a Spiked Eggnog Special. Free entry/PWYC. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Sunday Social Latin dance & holiday party
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton, 126 James St N, Second Floor
Sunday, December 22
7:30PM-11PM
Latin dancing with DJ, and our Holiday Party! Music by Nemanja: Salsa, Bachata, Cha Cha, Merengue. We will kick off with a CHRISTMAS LINE DANCE LESSON with Jennifer to get you in the spirit and give you a taste of what we do at our Line Dance Parties the first Friday of every month. $10 at the door. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Swiftmas: House of Adam and Steve
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Saturday, December 21
10PM-2AM
Your favourite Drag Show curators House of Adam and Steve are BACK with a BANG at our underground party lair with Swiftmas. Get ready to dance and bring the energy of a lifetime with the disco ball <3 We want to see you in your Taylor themed attire, and leave no Blank Space on the dancefloor. Leave your Bad Blood at the door because this will be the night of your Wildest Dreams! Genres: POP, REMIXES, ANYTHING AND EVERYTHING TAYLOR SWIFT, DANCE, BRACELET MAKING STATION. $10 before 12, $15 after. (OutDancingHamilton lists dance-focused events; please note that in addition to dancing this event also includes other elements that may or may not interest you.) DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Born in the Eighties: Dance Mix '24 (Night Two)
Bridgeworks, 200 Caroline St N
Saturday, December 21
Doors open 8PM
Take a trip back to better times, and dance with Hamilton party band Born in the Eighties playing all your favourite tunes from decades past: the best of '80s dance party hits plus memorable '90s pop, rap and RnB classics. Together for 12 years, they've performed all over the Greater Hamilton area including events like the Grey Cup Festival, Supercrawl, and Because Beer, 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 ceases to surprise and compel a dance floor. They often sell out, so they're doing 2 shows, on Friday and Saturday, and if you want to go don't sleep on your tickets. Tickets here for $31.01 (=23.99 +HST +3.00 processing fee +0.90 credit-card fee). DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Salsa Sí Saturdays (Solstice & Holiday Party)
SalsaSoul Productions at Main Stage, 747 King St E
Saturday, December 21
7:30PM/9PM-1AM
We're bringing you a special holiday gift: DJ SUAVE! After a hiatus of several years, we are absolutely thrilled to bring back the talented and versatile DJ Jimmy Suave. Bring your holiday spirit, and let's join together to celebrate another year of joyfully connecting a beautiful community of exceptional local and regional Latin dancers! No partner or experience needed. All welcome! 7:30 doors, 7:45 beginner Cuban salsa lesson by Vladimir Aranda, 8:15 intermediate Cuban salsa lesson by Vladimir, 9:00-1:00 dance party (salsa and bachata, and now also kizomba in a second room). ADDED: a KIZOMBA ROOM – over 800 square feet of space in this gorgeous second room at Main Stage, curated by JONNY! PLUS: glitter/body art w/ Laura a.k.a. Beebop the Clown (by cash donation, with proceeds to Good Shepherd). $20 dance party only, or $25 with lessons; includes a drink at the cash bar. We kindly request that dancers PLEASE BRING CASH. Free parking available on site and in the neighbourhood. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Christmas Party at Hamilton Prop House
Hamilton Prop House, 422 Barton St E
Saturday, December 21
7PM/9PM-2AM
Our Christmas party is THIS SATURDAY! We've made the tickets free so everyone can join in on the festive fun! Party, raffle, pose, and dance, with DJ Fontez on the decks! Doors open at 7pm; DJ starts spinning at 9. 19+. Free, but you will need a free ticket here at Eventbrite. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Winter Solstice Bee Ball
Humble Bee at the Mule Spinner, 11 Lansdowne Ave
Saturday, December 21
6PM-late (last call at midnight)
Celebrate the solstice and new beekeeping season at Humble Bee's 5th annual Bee Ball! With grooves by local veteran DJs Osito & Donna Lovejoy out sick (both highly recommended by OutDancingHamilton to keep you dancing). Plus Ontario Meads (made from honey) from Rosewood Winery & Meadery and Munro Honey & Meadery (19+ with valid ID), and local chef Jonny Blonde serving up tasty treats – hors d'oeuvres are included with admission. Plus a performance by the Hamilton Aerial Group. Suitable for all ages. Full details, including ticket purchase (you will receive an email before the event with detailed instructions on how to get to the event and where to check in), are here on the Humble Bee website – tickets are pay what you can (recommended $15), with 100% of all ticket proceeds donated to Wildlife Preservation Canada's Bumble Bee Recovery Program. ADDED: TICKETS ALSO AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR. (OutDancingHamilton lists dance-focused events; please note that in addition to dancing this event also includes other elements that may or may not interest you.) DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Dyke Takeover: Merry Krampus
Hamilton Queer Events at Vertagogo, 1385 Main St E
Saturday, December 21
4PM-12AM
Join us at Vertagogo for our holiday Dyke Takeover! The night will feature an art market, open runway with prizes for best dressed (category is: Naughty or Nice), live music/drag, and a dance party! Everyone is welcome at this event, however it is targeted towards lesbians and other queer identifying women + genderqueer individuals; we expect anyone who does not fit this event's demographic to be respectful of our space. Doors at 4pm, to midnight. $10 advance (+$1.98 fee =$11.98) here, or $10 at the door. (OutDancingHamilton lists dance-focused events; please note that in addition to dancing this event also includes other elements that may or may not interest you.) DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
DJ ESP: 90s & Y2K
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Friday, December 20
10PM-2AM
Y2K & 90s merge for the ultimate blast from the past as we kick off into the holiday season in the underground. Return to your favourite underground party lair with this throwback night with maestro and special guest ESP. Come to the party lair in your best denim, silver eyeshadow/ shiny clothing / baggy fits. GENRES: Y2K & 90s SOUNDS // HIP HOP // BAILE // DANCE // CLUB BANGERS // OPEN FORMAT. $5 before 11, $10 before 12, $15 after. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Born in the Eighties: Dance Mix '24 (Night One)
Bridgeworks, 200 Caroline St N
Friday, December 20
Doors open 8PM
Take a trip back to better times, and dance with Hamilton party band Born in the Eighties playing all your favourite tunes from decades past: the best of '80s dance party hits plus memorable '90s pop, rap and RnB classics. Together for 12 years, they've performed all over the Greater Hamilton area including events like the Grey Cup Festival, Supercrawl, and Because Beer, 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 ceases to surprise and compel a dance floor. They often sell out, so they're doing 2 shows, on Friday and Saturday, and if you want to go don't sleep on your tickets. Tickets here for $31.01 (=23.99 +HST +3.00 processing fee +0.90 credit-card fee). DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Salsa Bachata Fridays
Elite Latin Dance at The Ballroom, 1043 King St W
Friday, December 20
8:30-late
Beginner bachata lesson at 8:30pm with Sanya & Sean. Then dance the night away to 45% Salsa - 45% Bachata - 10% Cha Cha, with DJ Pauly P. $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
CONDONE Xmas
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Thursday, December 19
10PM-2AM
The kids of Condone bring you A VERY CONDONE CHRISTMAS with extra special guest Murder Club who just came back from their South American tour. With DJ PIPC, MADAME HOLLYWOOD, and MURDER CLUB. Start off the holiday season sexy, sweaty, and fun. Genres: TECHNO, BREAKBEAT, JUNGLE, TRANCE. $10 before 11, $15 after (cash). DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Wake Up and Dance
Mothra at Studio-G, 126 James St N, Second Floor
Sunday, December 15
9AM-1PM
Sunday morning ecstatic dance. Breathwork, cacao ceremony, dancing to a DJ set by Mr. Joyful, and winding down with a sound bath. (Your OutDancingHamilton host was at their similar event in October, which was very well organized, and had a wonderful time.) Tickets and much more information here: Early Bird (through Saturday Nov. 30) $20+fee+tax=$25.57, General Admission (Sunday Dec. 1 onward) $25+fee+tax=$31.59, At the Door $30+tax=$33.90. (OutDancingHamilton lists dance-focused events; please note that in addition to dancing this event also includes other elements that may or may not interest you.) DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Jaks Haus
Studio L14, 627 Main St E (rear of building)
Saturday, December 14
10PM-3AM
Jaks Haus is a house / tech house / techno dance party at Studio L14 on the second Saturday of each month (except in the summer). DJs this time: Dakota Ellis, 2ndself, Virgil Thomas, Osito. $10, or message any of the DJs involved for $5 guest list. Cash only. No alcohol served or permitted at venue. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Rhythm & Beatz
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Saturday, December 14
10PM-2AM
Dancehall and dance hits with Dj chewy Beatz. Born to mash up the place with bass-heavy riddims and island grooves, Chewy brings his signature blend of high-energy dancehall and feel-good Caribbean rhythms. Expect waistline-moving bangers, hypnotic beats, and pure vybz you won't forget. Genres: DANCEHALL, AFRO, REMIXES, DANCE, GROOVES. $5 before 11, $10 before 12, $15 after. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Winter Soirée Swing Dance
Steel City Swing Dance at Ancaster Old Town Hall
Saturday, December 14
7:30/8:30-midnight
Celebrate the winter season at our Winter Soirée. Be a part of smooth elegance, good company to warm the heart, and a live band to keep you moving all evening. 60-minute beginner Lindy Hop lesson included. Tickets here (early-bird pricing $35 to the end of November; $40 afterward). All the details here: DETAILS (INSTAGRAM) and also more info here.
Saturday Social salsa bachata kizomba
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton, 126 James St N, Second Floor
Saturday, December 14
7:30PM-1AM
Lesson (optional) with Cornell, then from 8:30 Latin dancing (Salsa, Bachata, Cha Cha, Merengue) with DJ Steve White in the main dance hall, plus Kizomba and chill zone in the 3rd floor OG Lounge with Jonny. $20 with lesson or $15 without. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
"Therapy" dark club night
The Casbah (main hall), 306 King St W (entrance on Queen)
Friday, December 13
10PM-late
Presented by Dark.Hamilton: the city's monthly weekend Electro, Goth Night, Darkwave to Dark Trap, Industrial Night. $10, or FREE COVER to those who bring a food or gift donation for Operation Christmas Blessing in support of The Living Rock / Stacey's Place; any donation counts. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Fiesta Latina
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Friday, December 13
10PM-late
We have the debut of Hamilton's own CL.AUDIO in our lair for a special edition of FIESTA LATINA. With years of experience in the 90s underground rave scene, and born in raised in Latin America, CL.AUDIO is known for his cheeky Latin contemporary grooves & twists. Evoking ass shaking and hip thrusts with touches of Latin house, this will be a legendary Latin night you can't miss. Genres: SALSA, BACHATA, REGGAETON, LATIN-TINGED HOUSE. $5 before 11, $10 before 12, $15 after. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Salsa Bachata Fridays
Elite Latin Dance at The Ballroom, 1043 King St W
Friday, December 13
8:30-late
Dance the night away to 45% Salsa - 45% Bachata - 10% Cha Cha. Beginner lesson at 8:30pm. $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Salsa Pop-Up
SalsaSoul Productions at Island Queens Restaurant, 158 Kenilworth Ave. N.
Tuesday, December 10
7:00PM/8PM-10:30PM
Experience a night of dancing and fun infused with Caribbean soul at our SALSA POP-UP evening at ISLAND QUEENS Restaurant! All are welcome to join this relaxed and friendly night featuring a beginner salsa lesson followed by a social dance where you can practice all your new moves! No experience or partner necessary :) 7:00-8:00 Beginner Salsa & Cuban Salsa Lesson with Jonny; 8:00-10:30 Social Dancing & Practice. $15 with lesson, or $10 for social dance only. Space, especially for the lesson, is limited. It is recommended to purchase your advance ticket here on our online ticketing platform Zeffy (no extra fees). Parking: The restaurant has a small parking lot and there is plenty of free street parking. Island Queens features a vibrant atmosphere, and you'll feel like you're on a vacation right here in the city! Be sure to try a unique cocktail from the bar or a delicious dish from the kitchen. See you on the dance floor! DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Anna Sofia (DJ)
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Saturday, December 7
10PM-2AM
Hyperpop princess Anna Sofia (TO) is back to make the people SWEAT! Celebrating her new upcoming singles VERMIN and BUNNY VALENTINE she returns to the Hamilton Underground to showcase her talents as a Dj and Artist. Come shake your hips and get down to groove with these hyper pop anthems and mixes, by an artist known to make us dance with her output. Genres: HYPERPOP, TECHNO, EDM, POP REMIXES, DANCE, BREAKS, OPEN FORMAT FOR OPEN HEARTS. 19+. $5 before 10:30, $10 before 11:30, $15 after. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Right On! 70s Night
The Casbah (Lounge), 306 King St W (entrance on Queen)
Saturday, December 7
9:30PM-late
Come join us for wild night as we bid a warm farewell to the Casbah Lounge before it's turned into more stupidly expensive condos. Join Tim (DJ Boppadodown) and Jason (The 45 Selector) as we spin Disco, Punk, Glam, Funk and everything else that made that decade amazing! All 70s, All Night, All 45s! So dust off your Boogie Shoes, practice your Pogo and make sure you come bid a fond farewell with us on December 7th. Free admission! DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Risky Business 80s Night
The Casbah (main hall), 306 King St W (entrance on Queen)
Saturday, December 7
9PM-1AM
DJs Mark & DMurk host the best 80s party in the city, live at The Casbah AND virtually on our Mixcloud channel. $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Tdesu (DJ)
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Friday, December 6
10PM-2AM
Coming off his NA tour and Latin American debut, Tdesu based out of Toronto is a must see: his remixes have been showcased around the world. Since 2016, Tdesu has been a hitmaker taking RnB classics and mashing them with his own global sound to make the dancefloor VIBRATE with emotion. Genres: R&B, REMIXES, DANCE, WORLD, GLOBAL SOUNDS. $5 before 11, $10 before 12, $15 after. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Salsa Bachata Fridays
Elite Latin Dance at The Ballroom, 1043 King St W
Friday, December 6
8:30-late
Dance the night away to 45% Salsa - 45% Bachata - 10% Cha Cha. Beginner lesson at 8:30pm, this time Beginner Cha Cha Lesson with Sanya & Sean. $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Line Dancing Fridays
Studio-G Hamilton, 126 James St N, Second Floor
Friday, December 6
7:30PM-10:30PM
Line dancing on the first Friday of each month, including lessons with Jennifer! Lessons 7:30-9:30 (Jennifer will do a few moves to a couple of songs, and then people will dance, and then she'll come back up and give a few more moves), then dancing until 10:30. $15 at the door. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Social Latin Dance: La Noche de las Velitas
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton, 126 James St N, Second Floor
Thursday, December 5
7:00PM-midnight
Experience a night of culture, candlelight, and Latin music and dance as we bring the magic of Colombia's "La Noche de las Velitas" to Hamilton. In Colombia this magical night at the beginning of December marks the start of the Christmas season. Families and communities come together to light candles and lanterns, transforming their homes and streets into glowing displays of light. It is hard for us to replicate this in Canada where winter has begun, so Melanie and Yesii are taking it inside. "La Noche des las Velitas" translates to "Night of the Candles", and this dance party at STUDIO-G Hamilton will be just that. Come dance with us! In the main dance hall, DJ Yesii plays Salsa, Bachata, Cha Cha, and Merengue. $15. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Beaver Dam (Debut Party)
The Casbah (Lounge), 306 King St W (entrance on Queen)
Saturday, November 30
9PM-late
Get ready for a wood-splittin' lumberjack dance party as lesbians take over the dance floor at the Casbah. Throw on your best lumberjack plaid, and don't miss this epic event. With DJ Mar. Tickets are limited to just 60, so grab yours fast here for $11.98 (=$10 +1.98 fee), or $15 at the door as space permits. This is the first Beaver Dam, which will be monthly! 19+. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Dre Ngozi (DJ)
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Friday, November 29
10PM-2AM
Renowned for seamlessly navigating diverse genres – from Global Club and House to Electro, Bass, Hip-Hop to Afro Tech, and beyond – Dre's sonic prowess is unmatched. She returns to Andthenyou to bring you her signature sound and vibe! Genres: OPEN FORMAT FOR OPEN HEARTS <3, DANCE, GLOBAL, HOUSE, BASS, AFRO TECH. $5 before 11, $10 before 12, $15 after. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Salsa Bachata Fridays
Elite Latin Dance at The Ballroom, 1043 King St W
Friday, November 29
8:30-late
Dance the night away to 45% Salsa - 45% Bachata - 10% Cha Cha, with DJ Jesse Valvasori. Beginner lesson at 8:30pm. $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Fascination Dark Dj Goth Night
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Thursday, November 28
10PM-2:30AM
Hosted by Honey Boiler, experience the best Dark Goth night in Hamilton. Dress in your darkest leather and dance like no one is watching. DJs: Angelphroot (POST-PUNK // NEW WAVE // TECHNO +), Mewsi (INDUSTRIAL // DARK TECHNO // DARK TRAP +). Advance ticket $10 +$1.98 s/c, or $15 at the door (capacity permitting). (OutDancingHamilton lists dance-focused events; please note that in addition to dancing this event also includes other elements that may or may not interest you.) DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Social Swing Dance
Steel City Swing Dance at Melrose United Church, 86 Homewood Ave.
Thursday, November 28
6:30-8:45PM
Come get bit by the swing bug at our Thursday Socials! We offer a beginner lesson to get you in the swing of things before we let you loose on the dance floor! Our DJ will have you jumpin' all night long! Beginner lesson 6:30-7, dancing 7-8:45. No partner required! We recommend wearing comfortable indoor footwear such as sneakers, and bring lots of water! $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Techno Tuesday
Andthenyou
Tuesday, November 26
10PM-2:30AM
TREMA presents: Techno Tuesday with DARAGMA. Catch Daragma @kj_daragma November 26th alongside DJ Spike @dj___spike & Geneva @g_eneva for a night of proper techno. With an approach that leans experimental, characterized by atmospheric depth and textured soundscapes, Daragma's style reflects a preference for exploration that creates an experience that is not only about dancing but about the emotional connection to the music. Genres: TECHNO ALL NIGHT BABY. Presale $7 at ra.co, or $10 at the door. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Sunday Social Latin dance
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton, 126 James St N, Second Floor
Sunday, November 24
7:30PM-11PM
Latin dancing with DJ YESII: Salsa, Bachata, Cha Cha, Merengue. BONUS Line Dance Lesson to start with Jen. $10 at the door. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
PROM - A Cheesy Celebration of Life
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Saturday, November 23
10PM-2AM
Our semi-annual PROM party is back! Bring a date (or find someone on the dance floor) and get dressed in your fanciest attire to dance in the underground. FORMAL ATTIRE ENCOURAGED. Djs: YungshrimpTempura + Onii Sama + Geneva. Genres: PROM, OPEN FORMAT, DANCE, CLUB BANGERS, REMIXES, INDIE SLEAZE, BAILE, HIP HOP, EDITS. Cover TBA.
Short n' Sweet: Sabrina Carpenter Dance Party
The Casbah (main hall), 306 King St W (entrance on Queen)
Saturday, November 23
10PM-2AM
Dance to the new album mixed with your fav SC classics and girlie pop bops (this is a DJ event; Sabrina Carpenter will not be in attendance). Advance tickets here – early bird $19.76 ($15 +4.76 fees). 19+. Presented by Up Dance Party & MODO-Live. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Yechella
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Friday, November 22
10PM-2AM
In anticipation of the rumoured upcoming album "BULLY", Andthenyou hosts its 3rd Volume of Yechella. An evening celebrating the musical greatness and influences of the artist formerly known as Kanye West. By our resident Dj Malaz. Genres: anything and everything Kanye West, hip hop, soul remixes, dance. $5 before 11, $10 before 12, $15 after. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Salsa Bachata Fridays
Elite Latin Dance at The Ballroom, 1043 King St W
Friday, November 22
8:30-late
Dance the night away to 45% Salsa - 45% Bachata - 10% Cha Cha, with Jesse Valvasori. Beginner lesson at 8:30pm. $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Seeing Colour After Dark: Moh + Malaz + Moj
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Thursday, November 21
10PM-2AM
Catch Malaz, Moj, and Mohamed playing some of our favourite Edits, World, Afro, Amapiano all Thursday Night. Cover TBA. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
AndthenUTOPIA
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Saturday, November 16
10PM-2AM
Step into the underground for a night dedicated to La Flame himself hosted by the incredibly LIT duo Sho and Aline. We're turning up the heat with an epic Travis Scott takeover, featuring special guest Dion spinning everything and anything UTOPIA and more. Pull up in your best cactus fits – think oversized graphics, leather, and Cactus Jack energy. Let's bring the chaos and the style. GENRES: EVERYTHING AND ANYTHING TRAVIS SCOTT // TRAP & HIP HOP // HOUSTON RAP // CLUB BANGERS. $5 before 11, $10 b4 12, $15 after; DM for bottle reservations. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Ram Jam
The Casbah (Lounge), 306 King St W (entrance on Queen)
Saturday, November 16
9:30PM-late
The final Ram Jam! Vintage Northern Soul & Reggae, all on vinyl at 45rpm, spun by The 45 Selector and DJ Boss Chops. Free admission. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Salsa Sí Saturdays
SalsaSoul Productions at Main Stage, 747 King St E
Saturday, November 16
7:30PM-1AM
Join SalsaSoul Productions for FUN and FIERY nights that you won't soon forget! No partner or experience needed. All welcome! Today with DJ Timber. 7:30 doors, 7:45 beginner Latin dance lesson (today Cuban Salsa with VLADIMIR), 8:15 intermediate Latin dance lesson (ditto), 9:00-1:00 dance party (salsa and bachata). Today including performances by homegrown talent from Elite Latin Dance. $20 party only or $25 with lessons; includes a drink at the cash bar. We kindly request that dancers PLEASE BRING CASH. Free parking available on site and in the neighbourhood. See you on the dance floor! DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Main Disco
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Friday, November 15
10PM-2AM
Hamilton duo Plejboj and Dj Html bring back their monthly Main Disco party to enjoy the deep grooves and dance the night away under the disco ball, this time with special guest Cebo. Genres: DISCO // SHREDDER BOOGIE // FUNKHOUSE // DISCO-HOUSE // NU DISCO. (Note from your OutDancingHamilton host: if you like dancing to original 70s disco, you'll probably like dancing to this "disco adjacent" too. It will be my 5th time at Main Disco – I never miss it.) $5 before 11, $10 before 12, $15 after. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Salsa Bachata Fridays
Elite Latin Dance at The Ballroom, 1043 King St W
Friday, November 15
8:30-late
Beginner lesson at 8:30pm with Quintin Corbin, then dance the night away to 45% Salsa - 45% Bachata - 10% Cha Cha with our house DJ Paul Jorge Pereira. $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
KAYE (DJ)
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Thursday, November 14
10PM-2AM
Track Selector KAYE returns to Andthenyou. Genres: house, tech house, deep house. $5 before 11:30, $10 after. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Social Swing Dance
Steel City Swing Dance at Melrose United Church, 86 Homewood Ave.
Thursday, November 14
6:30-8:45PM
Come get bit by the swing bug at our Thursday Socials! We offer a beginner lesson to get you in the swing of things before we let you loose on the dance floor! Our DJ will have you jumpin' all night long! Beginner lesson 6:30-7, dancing 7-8:45. No partner required! We recommend wearing comfortable indoor footwear such as sneakers, and bring lots of water! $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Jaks Haus
Studio L14, 627 Main St E (rear of building)
Saturday, November 9
10PM-5AM
Jaks Haus is a house / tech house / techno dance party at Studio L14 on the second Saturday of each month (except in the summer). This month we have a lineup of very talented female Djs from Hamilton ready to get your feet moving! We are also excited to welcome back L14 resident Sheebz @tasheebz who will be laying down a special 2 hour set after taking the trip from BC to Hamilton to play for you all! Dj sets: 10-11 No Rhythm, 11-12 Princex, 12-1 HR, 1-2 Alias, 2-4 Sheebz, 4-5 Sio. $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Y2K with Dj ESP
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Saturday, November 9
10PM-2AM
Return to your favourite underground party lair with this special edition of Y2K. We are bringing the HEAT with special guest Dj ESP on the ones and twos. Come to the party lair in your best denim, silver eyeshadow & shiny clothing! GENRES: Y2K SOUNDS // HIP HOP // BAILE // DANCE // CLUB BANGERS // OPEN FORMAT. $5 before 11, $10 before 12, $15 after. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Dyke Takeover: Y2K Dance Party
Hamilton Queer Events at The Well, 161 Wellington St N
Saturday, November 9
7PM/9PM-late
Hamilton Queer Events' first event: an art market followed by a Y2K themed dance party! (Prize for most "Y2K" outfit!) Art market 7:00pm-8:45pm, DJ starts at 9:00pm, Drag and outfit competition 10:00pm-? followed by go-go dancers. $10 advance (+$1.98 fee =$11.98) here or $15 at the door. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Saturday Social salsa bachata kizomba
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton, 126 James St N, Second Floor
Saturday, November 9
7:30PM-1AM
Lesson (optional) with CORNELL, then Latin dancing with DJ YESII: salsa, bachata, cha cha, merengue. Plus kizomba and chill zone in the 3rd floor OG Lounge with JONNY. $20 with lesson or $15 without. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Angelphroot (DJ)
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Friday, November 8
10PM-2AM
We are thrilled to have Angelphroot (TO) return to your favourite underground party lair for a thrilling sonic joyride. Come with your friends, partners, lovers and loved ones for a very special night, where we become PHROOTS. Genres: OPEN FORMAT, HYPERPOP, DANCE, TECHNO, ELECTRO REMIXES. $5 before 11, $10 before 12, $15 after. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
"Therapy" dark/alt rave
The Casbah (main hall), 306 King St W (entrance on Queen)
Friday, November 8
10PM-late
Presented by Dark.Hamilton: the city's monthly weekend Electro, Goth Night, Darkwave to Dark Trap, Industrial Night. Dress code: black. $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Salsa Bachata Fridays
Elite Latin Dance at The Ballroom, 1043 King St W
Friday, November 8
8:30-late
Dance the night away to 45% Salsa - 45% Bachata - 10% Cha Cha. Beginner lesson at 8:30pm, this time a Bachata lesson by guest instructors Claudia & Pedro of Toronto's Sazon Dance Company. $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Sunday Social Latin dance
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton, 126 James St N, Second Floor
Sunday, November 3
7:30PM-1AM
Latin dancing with DJ. $10 at the door. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Silent Disco Dance Sundays
MovementOM at Main Stage Rehearsal Studios, 747 King St E
Sunday, November 3
1PM-3PM
Experience non-stop fun for all ages on our spacious dance floor, with music flowing directly to your headphones under the glow of a disco ball. This is a safe, welcoming space for families to connect, move, and groove together. $15+Eventbrite fee (advance ticket required because of the limited number of headphones). DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Tdesu + Halloween Finale
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Saturday, November 2
10PM-2AM
Coming off his NA tour, Tdesu based out of Toronto is a must see: his remixes have been showcased around the world. Since 2016, Tdesu has been a hitmaker taking RnB classics and mashing them with his own global sound to make the dancefloor VIBRATE with emotion. Step into the underground with your final Halloween fit of the week<3 show us what you got. Genres: OPEN FORMAT, DANCE, REMIXES, EDITS, COSTUME PARTY. $5 before 11, $10 before 12, $15 after. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Halloween Party
Bambino's, 233 James Street North
Saturday, November 2
10PM-late
A spooky fun-filled evening with costumes, drinks, and dancing to vintage vinyl with DJ Jason The 45 Selector – it'll be a graveyard smash! $10 cover, or $5 with a costume! DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Right On! 70s Night
The Casbah (Lounge), 306 King St W (entrance on Queen)
Saturday, November 2
9:30PM-late
DJ Boppadodown (solo this time) spins original 45s, 1970s style. Black Sabbath to Disco Duck! Free admission. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Risky Business 80s Night
The Casbah (main hall), 306 King St W (entrance on Queen)
Saturday, November 2
9PM-1AM
DJs Mark & DMurk host the best 80s party in the city, live at The Casbah AND virtually on our Mixcloud channel. $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Da Bomb, Hamilton's All-'90s Party
Mills Hardware
Saturday, November 2
9PM-late
Da Bomb is Hamilton's only monthly all-'90s throwbacks party – club bangers, pop chartbusters, hip-hop anthems, and other big, shiny tunes. Dance the night away to all your nostalgic favourites, with sounds provided by DJ Todd G! FREE with registration this month as part of the Hamilton Day celebrations – register for guest list here! DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Spacedisco Records' Hatiras, Virgil Thomas, and 2ndSelf
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Friday, November 1
10PM-2AM
Spacedisco Records' intimate return to Hamilton and Andthenyou, with Hatiras (two-time Juno Award winner for Dance Recording of the Year), Virgil Thomas, and 2ndSelf. Spacedisco Records is a Toronto-based modern record label bringing you new but classic-sounding, raw, jackin, deep and funky house music. Feel free to wear your Halloween costumes as the Andthenyou festivities continue. Genres: HOUSE, DEEP GROOVES, DANCE, NU-DISCO, CHICAGO. $10 at the door before midnight; $15 after. LIMITED CAPACITY. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Salsa Bachata Fridays
Elite Latin Dance at The Ballroom, 1043 King St W
Friday, November 1
8:30-late
Dance the night away to 45% Salsa - 45% Bachata - 10% Cha Cha. Beginner lesson at 8:30pm. $10.
Fruit Salad Halloween dance party
Fruit Salad at Bridgeworks, 200 Caroline St N
Friday, November 1
8PM-12:30AM
Fruit Salad aims to respond to the lack of spaces for lesbians, queer & questioning women and femmes, trans femme, trans masc, gender non-conforming folks and their friends. Including with dance parties! Tickets $25, here. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Line Dancing Fridays
Studio-G Hamilton, 126 James St N, Second Floor
Friday, November 1
7:30PM-10:30PM
New at Studio-G, on the first Friday of each month starting Friday November 1, including lessons with Jennifer! Lessons 7:30-9:30 (Jennifer will do a few moves to a couple of songs, and then people will dance, and then she'll come back up and give a few more moves), then dancing until 10:30. $15 at the door. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Halloween Party at Hamilton Prop House (SOLD OUT)
Hamilton Prop House, 422 Barton St
Friday, November 1
7PM-late
(SOLD OUT) Join us as we haunt the halls of Hamilton Prop House for a Silent Hill 2-themed Halloween Party, featuring actual props from the film set. DJ Fontez will be spinning spine-chilling beats from 7 PM until late, keeping the terror alive all night long! Free, but you will need (1) a free Prop House membership that you can get here, and (2) a free ticket (SOLD OUT) that you can get here. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Halloween Hangover
Collective Arts Brewing, 207 Burlington St E
Friday, November 1
7PM-late
Time to reassemble that costume from its heap on the floor, and sing and dance the night away with us! Including live DJ, Jason The 45 Selector. $5 entry. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Fascination: Halloween Night (ADVANCE TICKETS SOLD OUT)
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Thursday, October 31
10PM-2:30AM
(Advance tickets sold out. A small number of tickets will be at the door – get there early, doors open at 10pm! We will reassess at 12am and let in more people if able to. TICKET HOLDERS: get there on time! Bypass the line until 12am.) Hamilton's finest Queer-run Goth and Dark Dj night makes its return on the official All Hallows Eve. Get dressed in your goth attire and be ready to dance to an amazing array of Goth-esque and Halloween tunes. Djs Rich Oddie (of Orphx) + Mistress McCutchan + Sam Astaroth w/ en Vie + Elixxirr + Baby Butcher. Genres: INDUSTRIAL, GOTH, POST-PUNK, DARKWAVE, DARK 80S, TECHNO. $15 advance ticket, or $20 at door (space permitting). DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Techno Tuesday (2nd Anniversary)
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Tuesday, October 29
10PM-late
Hamilton collective TREMA AUDIO bring us back into the underground to celebrate the 2-year anniversary of Techno Tuesday at Andthenyou! Oh how time flies! We want to see YOU on the dance floor at this 2-year party! Lineup: DJ Spike, Geneva, & G2K. Genres: TECHNO ALL NIGHT BABY. $6 presale at RA, or $10 at the door. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
The Void techno, Halloween edition
Studio L14
Saturday, October 26
10PM-5AM
Studio L14's techno event series "The Void" is back for a very special Halloween edition on Saturday, October 26, 2024 from 10pm to 5am! For this event we will be turning down the lights, spookifying Studio L14 and tossing on some sweet costumes to listen to some dark and dirty techno beats (with a Halloween twist) until the early hours of the morning! Costume or black attire preferred, but not mandatory. $15 at the door, or $10 on guest list. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Fright Night costume party
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Saturday, October 26
10PM-2AM
Fright Night at Andthenyou! Bring your costumes and dancing feet to a one-of-a-kind night in the underground. Sounds by Apollo and D.O.A ToTheWorld. Genre: HIP HOP, AFROBEATS, DANCE, WORLD, REMIXES COSTUME PARTY. $10 before 11pm, $15 before 12am, $20 after. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Halloween Bash: Salsa, Bachata, Merengue & Cha Cha
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton, 126 James St N, Second Floor
Saturday, October 26
7:30PM-1AM
Lesson (optional) with Cornell, then Latin dancing with DJ. Costume Contest & Prizes, with photos by Alejandra! Music by Nemanja in the main room (Salsa, Bachata, Merengue & Cha Cha), and Kizomba & Chill Zone with Jonny in the 3rd floor OG Lounge. $20 with lesson or $15 without. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Dispatch Halloween Goth Night
The Well, 161 Wellington St N
Friday, October 25
11PM-2AM
Dispatch is back at The Well for a dark and gritty Halloween themed Goth Night! Come to the Dark side & let's dance! Expect retro and heavy Ebm, Industrial, Goth, Techno, New wave, ... 10$ til midnight, 15$ after; advance tickets available here. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Andthenyou Halloween: Sho & Aline
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Friday, October 25
10PM-2AM
Our annual Andthenyou Halloween festivity is here and coming at you with a BANG! Hosted by Hamilton's finest Shoromme and Aline, get ready to participate in the Costume Contest and maybe win the prize! Bring your costumes, open ears and good friends. Sounds by our resident DJ Malaz. Genres: CLUB BANGERS, COSTUME CONTEST, REMIXES, HIP HOP, AFRO, DANCE, OPEN FORMAT. $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
CANCELLED: Outer Limits 60s Nights (Halloween Edition)
The Casbah (Lounge), 306 King St W (entrance on Queen)
Friday, October 25
9:30PM-late
CANCELLED, AS JASON IS SICK: Jason The 45 Selector's pulled from his collection of 45rpm records all the best Mod, Rock, Psych, Surf, Garage, Pop, Soul & Ska singles as well as some rare stuff! Dance (and sing along) to the 60s hits, all on original vinyl! Free admission. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Halloween 80s Dance Party
Electric Diner, 28 James St N
Friday, October 25
9PM-1AM
Our super popular Halloween 80s Dance Party returns! DJ Fazooli spins the best 80s dance tracks! We sold out early last year so make sure to get your tickets early here, for $20. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Salsa Bachata Fridays, Halloween Edition
Elite Latin Dance at The Ballroom, 1043 King St W
Friday, October 25
8:30-late
Dance the night away to 45% Salsa - 45% Bachata - 10% Cha Cha – this time Halloween Edition, with costumes optional but encouraged! Beginner Bachata lesson at 8:30pm by Sanya & Sean of Elite Latin Dance. Then Luis Franco will be singing 2-3 sets and DJ Paul Zinho will keep us dancing in between. $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Condone Halloween
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Thursday, October 24
10PM-2AM
The last full weekend of October is here, and kicking it off we have Hamilton collective CONDONE hosting a Halloween banger for the Thursday Night party animals. Sounds by the rivetingly cheeky - DJ Dogshit + DJ Pipc + Madame Hollywood. $10 at the door before 11; $15 after. GENRES: DEEP GROOVES // TECHNO // HARDGROOVE // TRANCE // COSTUME PARTY DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Social Swing Dance - Halloween Party
Steel City Swing Dance at Melrose United Church, 86 Homewood Ave.
Thursday, October 24
6:30-8:45PM
This time, come in costume, enjoy some candy and swingout to special, spooky tunes. Always: Come get bit by the swing bug at our Thursday Socials! We offer a beginner lesson to get you in the swing of things before we let you loose on the dance floor! Our DJ will have you jumpin' all night long! Beginner lesson 6:30-7, dancing 7-8:45. No partner required! We recommend wearing comfortable indoor footwear such as sneakers, and bring lots of water. $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Latin Dance Practice Party with instructor feedback
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton, 126 James St N, Second Floor
Sunday, October 20
7:30-9:30PM
Current Students practice what you know. Newcomers get a taste of what we do. All welcome; no partner required. $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Super Pop with Ilona Verley
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Saturday, October 19
10PM-2AM
House of Adam and Steve return to your favourite underground party lair, to host a one of a kind sultry drag pop party. Category is Super POP. Featuring guilty pop banger anthems & remixes with the iconic Ilona Verley from Season 1 of Canada's Drag Race. Genres: DANCE, DRAG SHOW, HOUSE REMIXES, POP. Cover $10 before midnight, $15 after. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
A Side B Side
The Casbah (Lounge), 306 King St W (entrance on Queen)
Saturday, October 19
9:30PM-late
DJs DMurk (Risky Business) & DJ Balter spin underground gems & creamy classics for your dancing pleasure. This time the Birthday Girl Trio (Amy of A Side B Side, Darci, Kiki) is inviting you to a Sparkle Costume Party! Sparkly costumes are encouraged but not required. 306 King St W (entrance on Queen). Free admission. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Salsa Sí Saturdays
SalsaSoul Productions at Main Stage, 747 King St E
Saturday, October 19
7:30PM-1AM
Join SalsaSoul Productions for FUN and FIERY nights that you won't soon forget! No partner or experience needed. All welcome! 7:30 doors, 7:45 beginner Latin dance lesson, 8:15 intermediate Latin dance lesson, 9:00-1:00 dance party (salsa and bachata). $20 party only or $25 with lessons; includes a drink at the cash bar. We kindly request that dancers PLEASE BRING CASH. Free parking available on site and in the neighbourhood. See you on the dance floor! DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Brat Night #2
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Friday, October 18
10PM-2AM
We continue the iconic BRAT SUMMER in the fall of 2024. IT'S LIKE THE ORIGINAL BRAT NITE AT NTY BUT ALSO TOTALLY DIFFERENT. Enjoy sounds by Geneva (formerly known as CRDJ) that'll make your heart explode. Genres: BRAT INSPIRED SOUNDS BY CHARLI XCX // HYPERPOP // BANGERS // ELECTRONIC DANCE. $10 before 10:30, $15 before 11:30, $20 after. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Salsa Bachata Fridays
Elite Latin Dance at The Ballroom, 1043 King St W
Friday, October 18
8:30-late
Dance the night away to 45% Salsa - 45% Bachata - 10% Cha Cha. Beginner lesson at 8:30pm. $10.
PLACES: Music for Thursday – Techno for Worms
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Thursday, October 17
10PM-2AM
Music for Thursday by PLACES presents Techno for Worms, bringing you a night of subterranean burrowing and wiggling, at the Andthenyou lair. How low can you go? $10 or PWYC – 50% proceeds will be donated to local mutual aid supporting food equity. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Jaks Haus
Studio L14, 627 Main St E (rear of building)
Saturday, October 12
10PM-3AM
Jaks Haus is an inclusive party of house / tech house / techno at Studio L14 on the second Saturday of each month. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Y2K, with DJ ESP
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Saturday, October 12
10PM-late
Another Y2K dance party in the underground lair, with Dj ESP (TO). Genres: Y2K SOUNDS // HIP HOP // BAILE // DANCE // CLUB BANGERS // OPEN FORMAT. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Ram Jam
The Casbah (Lounge), 306 King St W (entrance on Queen)
Saturday, October 12
9:30PM-late
Vintage Northern Soul, Reggae, and Rocksteady, all on vinyl at 45rpm, spun by The 45 Selector (Jason) and DJ Boss Chops (Shane). Free admission. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Saturday Social salsa bachata kizomba
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton, 126 James St N, Second Floor
Saturday, October 12
7:30PM-1AM
Lesson (optional) then Latin dancing with DJ. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Femme Fatale: YungShrimpTempura
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Friday, October 11
10PM-late
"A femme fatale, sometimes called a maneater, Mata Hari, or vamp, is a stock character of a mysterious, beautiful, and seductive woman whose charms ensnare her lovers, often leading them into compromising, deadly traps." - Wikipedia. Celebrating Andthenyou's very own beloved Charlotte's 25th Birthday, YUNGSHRIMPTEMPURA (TO) is bringing back his signature sound to the underground on this electric night. You wont want to miss this. Genres: BRAZILIAN FUNK, BANGERS, BAILE, REMIXES, ASS SHAKERS. Cover TBA. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
"Therapy" dark club night
The Casbah (main hall), 306 King St W (entrance on Queen)
Friday, October 11
10PM-late
Presented by Dark.Hamilton: the city's monthly weekend Electro, Goth Night, Darkwave to Dark Trap, Industrial Night. $10 all night. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Salsa Bachata Fridays
Elite Latin Dance at The Ballroom, 1043 King St W
Friday, October 11
8:30-late
Dance the night away to 45% Salsa - 45% Bachata - 10% Cha Cha. Beginner lesson at 8:30pm. $10.
Halls of Amenti: DnB & Jungle Night
Andthenyou, 145 Main St E
Thursday, October 10
10PM-2AM
Calling all junglists and DnB heads! DJ Psibernetik and DJ Cme3 have their Andthenyou debut with their Jungle and DnB (Drum and Bass) night to satisfy all your break beat needs. Come join us for an unheard evening at Andthenyou! Genres: DnB, JUNGLE, BREAKS, BASS, DUB, REMIXES, DANCE, LOOPS. $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Social Swing Dance
Steel City Swing Dance at Melrose United Church, 86 Homewood Ave.
Thursday, October 10
6:30-8:45PM
Come get bit by the swing bug at our Thursday Socials! We offer a beginner lesson to get you in the swing of things before we let you loose on the dance floor! Our DJ will have you jumpin' all night long! Beginner lesson 6:30-7, dancing 7-8:45. No partner required! We recommend wearing comfortable indoor footwear such as sneakers, and bring lots of water! $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Anna Sofia: Live at Andthenyou
Andthenyou
Saturday, October 5
10PM-2AM
Hyperpop Queen Anna Sofia (TO) is back to make the people SWEAT! Celebrating her new upcoming single MONACO (Ft. Lzee), she returns to the Hamilton Underground to showcase her talents as a Dj and Artist. Genres: HYPERPOP, TECHNO, EDM, POP-REMIXES, DANCE, BREAKS. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Right On! 70s Night
The Casbah (Lounge)
Saturday, October 5
9:30PM-late
DJs The 45 Selector & Boppadodown spin original 45s, 1970s style. Black Sabbath to Disco Duck! DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Risky Business 80s Night 10TH ANNIVERSARY Night #2 of 2
The Casbah (main hall)
Saturday, October 5
9PM-1AM
Night #2 of our 10th Anniversary Weekend – DJs Mark & DMurk host the best 80s party in the city, live at The Casbah AND virtually on our Mixcloud channel. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Da Bomb, Hamilton's All-'90s Party
Mills Hardware
Saturday, October 5
9PM-late
Da Bomb is Hamilton's only monthly all-'90s throwbacks party – club bangers, pop chartbusters, hip-hop anthems, and other big, shiny tunes. Dance the night away to all your nostalgic favourites, with sounds provided by DJ Todd G! DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Fiesta Latina
Andthenyou
Friday, October 4
10PM-2AM
Join us for our returning Fiesta Latina party! B. The City (TO) is returning to the underground party lair to sway our ears and mind on the first Friday of October! Do not be afraid to let loose and show your moves on the dance floor... we know those hips don't lie! Genres: SALSA, BACHATA, REGGAETON, LATIN-TINGED HOUSE, DANCE. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Risky Business 80s Night 10TH ANNIVERSARY Night #1 of 2
The Casbah (main hall)
Friday, October 4
9PM-1AM
Night #1 of our 10th Anniversary Weekend – DJs Mark & DMurk host the best 80s party in the city, live at The Casbah AND virtually on our Mixcloud channel. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Salsa Bachata Fridays
The Ballroom, 1043 King St W
Friday, October 4
8:30-late
By Elite Latin Dance. Dance the night away to 45% Salsa - 45% Bachata - 10% Cha Cha. Beginner lesson at 8:30pm. $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Vinyl Night: 90s Hip Hop Edition
The Art Gallery of Hamilton
Friday, October 4
7:30-11PM
Step back into the golden age of hip-hop with Juno Award-winning artist Roger Mooking, also known as MC Mystic from Bass Is Base, and the dynamic DJ Jooce for an unforgettable night of 90s beats. Revel in the vibrant energy as vinyl records spin all night long. Tickets required. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
JDM Night
Andthenyou
Saturday, September 28
10PM-2AM
Embrace the aesthetics of peak automotive design, as we travel fast through sonic lanes led by champion of sound, eclectic & talented curator of vibes, Onii-Sama, with a special wave & set by the lovely and one-of-a-kind NTY legend Malaz. Genres: WORLD// RAVE// ASS SHAKERS// REMIXES// OPEN FORMAT. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Adventure in Hammertown
Studio L14
Saturday, September 28
10PM-4AM
A night of UK Garage, house, and tech house music, plus a Super Mario World competition. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Main Disco
Andthenyou
Friday, September 27
10PM-2AM
Hamilton's very own DJ H.T.M.L and Plejboj bring the Nu-Disco and House remixes to your Friday night festivities. Genre: HOUSE, NU-DISCO, REMIXES, DEEP GROOVES. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Salsa Bachata Fridays
The Ballroom, 1043 King St W
Friday, September 27
8:30-late
Dance the night away with Elite Latin Dance's house Dj Pauly P. 45% Salsa - 45% Bachata - 10% Cha Cha. Lesson at 8:30pm. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Fascination Goth Night
Andthenyou
Thursday, September 26
10PM-2:30AM
Hosted by Honey Boiler, experience the best Queer-Run Inclusive Goth night in Hamilton. Dress in your darkest leather and dance like no one is watching. Genres: INDUSTRIAL, GOTH, POST-PUNK, DARKWAVE, DARK 80s, TECHNO, DRAG SHOW. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Social Swing Dance
Melrose United Church, 86 Homewood Ave.
Thursday, September 26
6:30-8:45PM
By Steel City Swing Dance. Come get bit by the swing bug at our Thursday Socials! We offer a beginner lesson to get you in the swing of things before we let you loose on the dance floor! Our DJ will have you jumpin' all night long! Beginner lesson 6:30-7, dancing 7-8:45. No partner required! We recommend wearing comfortable indoor footwear such as sneakers, and bring lots of water! $10. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Techno Tuesday
Andthenyou
Tuesday, September 24
10PM-2:30AM
Hamilton record label/collective TREMA hosts Techno Tuesday every last Tuesday of the month. TECHNO ALL NIGHT BABY. Tonight: R-ODERICK, DJ SPIKE, GENEVA. Genre: TECHNO, DANCE. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Sunday Social Latin dance
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton
Sunday, September 22
7:30PM-1AM
Warm-up lesson then Latin dancing with DJ. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Gourgis Summer feat. TEENO
Andthenyou
Saturday, September 21
10PM-2AM
TEENO (Young Teesh + Nino Brown) grace the underground with their bashing sounds of remixes and deep BANGERS. Supporting Hamilton designer Jacob Gourgis' "End of Summer" fiesta. Jacob has designed work for merchandise for Mariah Carey, Doja Cat Sabrina Carpenter, Omar Apollo, Sticky Fingers. Genres: CLUB BANGERS, OPEN FORMAT, REMIXES. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Motown Night
Corktown Pub
Saturday, September 21
9PM-late
Epic Motown end-of-summer dance party with DJ Mac. "Do you remember? The 21st night of September?" DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Lindy Hop swing dancing
Melrose United Church, 86 Homewood Ave.
Saturday, September 21
6-9PM
Lindy Hop swing dancing with Steel City Swing Dance. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Brazilian Night feat. Yung Shrimp Tempura
Andthenyou
Friday, September 20
10PM-2AM
Yungshrimptempura (TO) brings back the Brazilian Funk for a night of ass shaking and foot movement that will leave you wanting more. Hosted by @rae.dels of Brazilian Night. Genres: BAILE, FUNK, BRAZILIAN, GLOBAL SOUNDS, REMIXES, HIP HOP, TRAP, ASS SHAKERS, CLUB ANTHEMS. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
CANCELLED: Outer Limits 60s Night
The Casbah (Lounge)
Friday, September 20
9:30PM-late
Cancelled because of technical difficulties at the Casbah. The next Outer Limits will be the Halloween Edition on October 25. Jason The 45 Selector's pulled from his collection of 45rpm records all the best Mod, Rock, Psych, Surf, Garage, Pop, Soul & Ska singles as well as some rare stuff! Dance (and sing along) to the 60s hits, all on original vinyl! DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Country Line Dancing
EndZone Bar & Grill
Friday, September 20
8PM-1AM
Free country line dancing lesson with Lee Lee, followed by DJ Todd G spinning country and non-country favourites to dance to all night long! DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Free Pop-Up Latin Dance Street Party with live Latin band
Ferguson Station (corner of King St E and Ferguson Ave)
Friday, September 20
7:00PM-10:00PM
From SalsaSoul Productions, join us for this event to celebrate Welcoming Week 2024 in Hamilton! Featuring a live Latin band + a beginner Latin dance lesson & performances, this will be a SUPER-FUN night where everyone belongs! DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Wax Poetic
Andthenyou
Thursday, September 19
10PM-late
Wax Poetic, an all vinyl dance evening in the underground, with Dj Decchio. Genres: open format, jazzy funk, disco, groove, dance, freeflow. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
ScanOne & Ninechecker, with O.K (Osito vs Kevin Kartwell) and Mike Conradi vs Trevor Wilkes
Studio L14
Saturday, September 14
10PM-5AM
DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Govi feat. Dropspot Vintage, with ZMoose + C Note + Menegon + Dj Cozy (deep grooves, house, remixes, dance)
Andthenyou
Saturday, September 14
10PM-2AM
Coming fresh off his shows in Germany, Tokyo & South Korea, along with his production credits on Drake's "Honestly, Nevermind", Govi (TO) returns to Hamilton with his exhilarating mixes and on stage energy. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Disco dance party
Bambino's
Saturday, September 14
10PM-2AM
Dance the night away on Supercrawl Saturday at our disco dance party with tunes by DJ Mar. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Da Bomb, Hamilton's All-'90s Party
Mills Hardware
Saturday, September 14
9PM-2AM
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Kizomba Latin dance
Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton
Saturday, September 14
7PM-11PM
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Indoor/outdoor Latin Dance Party for Supercrawl, co-hosted by Studio-G Latin Dance Hamilton and Ringside
Acapulco Alley, behind Architect Hair Design, 324 James St N
Saturday, September 14
3PM-8PM
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Kebulan
Mulberry Coffeehouse
Saturday, September 14
1PM-4PM
DJs bringing the most eclectic sounds. Come by and dance with us! DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
"Therapy" dark club night
The Casbah (main hall)
Friday, September 13
10PM-late
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Swagopolis, with Malaz
Andthenyou
Friday, September 13
10PM-2AM
In-house resident Dj Malaz bringing the spirit and vibes of the 2010s with "Swagopolis", a "swag-era" themed party with hits of the 2010s. Genres: SWAG, YOLO, PARTY ROCKERS, 2010 ANTHEMS. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Ram Jam
The Casbah (Lounge)
Friday, September 13
9:30PM-late
Vintage soul & reggae, all on vinyl at 45rpm, with DJs The 45 Selector and DJ Boss Chops. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
KEBULAN
Mulberry Coffeehouse
Friday, September 13
8PM-11PM
DJs bringing the most eclectic sounds. Come by and dance with us! DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Places: Freekstyle
Andthenyou
Thursday, September 12
10PM-2AM
Thursday September 12th is the night to engross yourself in the limited edition PS2 game Freekstyle. Get your freak on. Get someone else's freak on. Or synthesize your freaks while grooving to a selection of electro-funk and breakbeats brought to you by Woodland Bot & Switch Boy. This is the legendary soundtrack to the PS2 video game you never knew you needed. GENRE: Breakbeat / Garage / Electro-funk / Booty House / Ghetto-tech / Funky House. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Opening of Roger Mooking: SoundBites, with DJ Osito to dance the night away
The Art Gallery of Hamilton
Thursday, September 12
7-11PM
Be among the first to explore Roger Mooking: SoundBites and dance the night away with beats from DJ Osito who will be spinning an eclectic mix of music to keep the energy high. DETAILS (INSTAGRAM)
Steel City Swing Dance summer social
On the skating rink at Pier 8
Sunday, September 8
6:30-9PM
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Violette Masquerade: a costume party with bouncy, dark & groovy beats all night
Studio L14
Saturday, September 7
10PM-4AM
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with Tdesu
Andthenyou
Saturday, September 7
10PM-late
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Right On! 70s Night
The Casbah (Lounge)
Saturday, September 7
9:30PM-late
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Risky Business 80s Night (with modified DJ lineup)
The Casbah (main hall)
Saturday, September 7
9PM-1AM
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Underground BBQ, with ESP: Club Hits // Bangers // Edits // High Energy
Andthenyou
Friday, September 6
10PM-late
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Life's a Beach
Andthenyou
Saturday, August 31
10PM-2AM
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Outer Limits 60s Nights
The Casbah (Lounge)
Saturday, August 31
9:30PM-late
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No Requests, with Moh & Malaz
Andthenyou
Friday, August 30
10PM-2AM
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Fascination dark DJ nights
Andthenyou
Thursday, August 29
10PM-2:30AM
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See the Instagram posts.