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Happy Holidays.  We do not dance the week between Christmas and New Year's.  But much of the rest of the year.... Come join our weekly Scandinavian dance.  We do Scandinavian couple dance (primarily Swedish).  "Learn to Pivot and Perfect Your Hambo".  No partner is needed, but low-friction, hard-soled shoes are necessary so that you will be able to pivot (spin) on the beautiful Avalon floors.  Pivoting easily and frequently is a common feature of fast-turning Polska and Pols dancing.  We…

EARLY-BIRD SALE ENDS NOVEMBER 30TH THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT MAIN BALLROOM: LIVE MUSIC WITH BIANCA & THE FLYBOYS AND AFTER MIDNIGHT JAZZ BAND!!! East Coast Swing Lesson with Becky Bragg - 7:15pm-8pm Bianca & the Flyboys, joined by The Victory Three, bring a high-energy swing experience to the stage! They have wowed audiences for over three decades with timeless hits from the 1920s–1950s. Known for their authenticity and flair, they’ve shared stages with legends like Bonnie Raitt, Styx, and Bobby McFerrin—keeping the golden age of…

  NO COUNTRY NIGHT ON JANUARY 3, 2026  (due to previous ballroom reservation) SEE YOU ON FEBRUARY 7TH!

Occasionally, we need a break, especially around the Holiday Season.  But the rest of the year... Come join our weekly Scandinavian dance.  We do Scandinavian couple dance (primarily Swedish).  "Learn to Pivot and Perfect Your Hambo".  No partner is needed, but low-friction, hard-soled shoes are necessary so that you will be able to pivot (spin) on the beautiful Avalon floors.  Pivoting easily and frequently is a common feature of fast-turning Polska and Pols dancing.  We teach the first hour, but…

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

English Country Dance is a fun, friendly, community form of dance that originated in England during the Renaissance (if not even earlier!). All dances will be taught and will be suitable for first-time dancers. Sliding scale admission of $5 to $15. Come for the English Country Dance, and stay for the Zesty Contra Dance which follows at 7 p.m.

Colorado Friends of Cajun and Zydeco Music and Dance presents: Special Pre-Mardi Gras Zydeco Dance Lesson! This month only, 1.5hrs! In the Tango Studio at the Avalon Ballroom Come get ready for the Mardi Gras on 1/31! Zydeco Dance Lesson @ 7-8:30 No Partner necessary! Beginners Welcome! Cost is only $5!

14th annual Mardi Gras Dance and Fundraiser at the Avalon! Too much fun!

Come Practice Your Steps, Add New Moves, or Polish Your Style!                               This 4-week, Int/Adv 6-Count East Coast Swing series starts the 1st Sunday of every other month,                           alternating months with the Beg/Int Class. No Partner Necessary! You must pre-register for these classes. For more info and how to register, email: BoulderZydecoandSwing@gmail.com See You On The Dance Floor! *Prerequisite for the Int/Adv class is having the 6-count step down pat, as well as Right Turn, Left Turn, and Sweetheart.

February Tea Dance! Live music by the Mont Alto Orchestra! $25 at the door, Cash prefered We are celebrating Valentines - so wear red or pink - dressy attire admired but not required. - - - - - - - - - Social and friendly ballroom dancing to great live music at the Sunday Afternoon Tea Dance. Enjoy couple dances such as waltz, foxtrot, swing, tango, and one-step. Live music and light refreshments are included in your admission price. No…

Gather your friends and bust out your disco attire cause you should be dancing! Tuesday, Feb 10th, 7:00-9:30 pm Adults only, 18+ Limited skate rentals available by advance online reservation Sober-friendly event, no alcohol on-site Tickets, rental skate reservations, & more info at SK8D8.com

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

Join us at the Avalon Ballroom for a lively night of Polka dancing with live music by Randy Eckhart and the Dutch Hop Music Makers. We are excited to bring you an evening filled with great music, high energy, and a welcoming dance floor for all levels. 7:00pm – Polka Lesson with Robert Roquebert Perfect for beginners and a great refresher for experienced dancers. 8:00–10:30pm – Dancing to Live Music Location: The Avalon Ballroom 6185 Arapahoe Rd., Boulder Cost: $12,…

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

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

This week! Live music with Pamela Machala!! Waltz Revolution, first and third Wednesdays, features mostly waltz to contemporary, engaging, and surprising musical selections by DJ Frank Vernon. Musical numbers, selected and edited for danceability, include nightclub two-step, foxtrot, swing, and the occasional polka, schottische, cha-cha, chalypso, redowa, hambo, hustle, and more. Beginner lesson: 6:30-7:30* Dancing: 7:30-9:00 All are welcome; no partner or experience necessary. Join our email list for information about lessons and special events: https://mailchi.mp/6e07e1721cbe/waltz-revolution *No lesson on 3rd…

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

Dancing Beyond is a monthly ecstatic dance event that invites you into free-form, self-guided movement. Be prepared to embark on a wave-like musical journey as an active, embodied meditation where the body is a temple and dance is a portal to heal, connect, and celebrate. By donation (suggested $15 - $30); no pre-registration required. Facilitated and DJ'd by Tracy Goldenberg.