• SARAU DE SAMBA / BRAZILIAN SAMBA GATHERING

    2:00pm - 5:00pm

    Sarau de Samba
    Description

    Set in the historic Glen Echo Park and co-presented by EducArte and Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts & Culture, Sarau de Samba features a dynamic ensemble of skilled musicians and dancers, showcasing the diverse rhythms of samba, from Golden Age classics and choro to modern pagode and high-energy carnival beats. More than just a performance, this event invites attendees to become part of the music, with opportunities to dance, sing, and even play instruments alongside the professionals. Short beginner dance lessons will be included in each session. The event is open to people of any skill level, no partner or instruments required. All ages are welcome!

    Sarau de Samba é apresentado pela produtora EducArte em parceria com o Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts & Culture. Realizado no histórico centro cultural Glen Echo Park, o Sarau de Samba reúne músicos, dançarinos e o público num ambiente amistoso e contagiante.  O evento é aberto a pessoas de qualquer nível de habilidade, sem necessidade de trazer um parceiro de dança ou instrumentos.

    “Vem Pra Perto da Gente Sambar!” (Come Samba With Us!) — Luiz Carlos Da Vila

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      Presenter
      Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts & Culture with EducArte
      Location
      Ballroom Back Room
      Admission
      $15 adults (advance or at the door), $10 teens, $5 children 12 & Under; cash, check, credit card accepted at the door
      Event Type

      Balboa DJ Dance with Gottaswing

      8:30pm - 9:00pm: Balboa Lesson with Dabe and Janelle  | 9:00pm - 11:30pm: Social Dance

      Gottaswing logo with swing dancing couple
      Description

      Dabe and Janelle’s popular monthly Balboa dance series continues! You’ll find this casual and friendly atmosphere is a great way to be introduced to this smooth style that’s perfect for dancing to fast music, but also great for playing with slower tempos. New and experienced dancers alike are welcome. 

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        Presenter
        Gottaswing
        Location
        Ballroom Back Room
        Admission
        Now accepting credit card payments. Admission $12. Cash discount! Pay cash/check, only $10.
        Event Type

        Balboa DJ Dance with Gottaswing

        8:30pm - 9:00pm: Balboa Lesson with Dabe and Janelle  | 9:00pm - 11:30pm: Social Dance

        Gottaswing logo with swing dancing couple
        Description

        Dabe and Janelle’s popular monthly Balboa dance series continues! You’ll find this casual and friendly atmosphere is a great way to be introduced to this smooth style that’s perfect for dancing to fast music, but also great for playing with slower tempos. New and experienced dancers alike are welcome. 

        Learn More >> | Park Map >>

         

          Presenter
          Gottaswing
          Location
          Ballroom Back Room
          Admission
          Now accepting credit card payments. Admission $12. Cash discount! Pay cash/check, only $10.
          Event Type

          New Columbia Swing Dance

          8:00pm: Lesson | 9:00pm - 12:00am: Social Dance

           

           

          New Columbia Swing logo
          Description

          Swing dance with live music in the Glen Echo Spanish Ballroom is from 8pm to midnight.

          From 8:00pm-9:00pm an introductory swing dance lesson will get you all the basics you need (no partner or experience required). From 9:00 pm-midnight, dance the night away to a swinging band! Admission is $25 ($20 for students/military) and covers the drop-in class and the dance.

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          Presenter
          New Columbia Swing
          Location
          Spanish Ballroom
          Admission
          Details coming soon!
          Event Type

          Sarau de Samba / Brazilian Samba Gathering

          2:00pm-5:00pm: Rio de Janeiro-style Music and Dance Event

          Sarau de Samba
          Description

          Set in the historic Glen Echo Park and co-presented by EducArte and Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts & Culture, Sarau de Samba features a dynamic ensemble of skilled musicians and dancers, showcasing the diverse rhythms of samba, from Golden Age classics and choro to modern pagode and high-energy carnival beats. More than just a performance, this event invites attendees to become part of the music, with opportunities to dance, sing, and even play instruments alongside the professionals. Short beginner dance lessons will be included in each session. The event is open to people of any skill level, no partner or instruments required. All ages are welcome!

          Sarau de Samba é apresentado pela produtora EducArte em parceria com o Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts & Culture. Realizado no histórico centro cultural Glen Echo Park, o Sarau de Samba reúne músicos, dançarinos e o público num ambiente amistoso e contagiante.  O evento é aberto a pessoas de qualquer nível de habilidade, sem necessidade de trazer um parceiro de dança ou instrumentos.

          “Vem Pra Perto da Gente Sambar!” (Come Samba With Us!) — Luiz Carlos Da Vila

          Learn More >> | Park Map >>

           

            Presenter
            Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts & Culture with EducArte
            Location
            Ballroom Back Room
            Admission
            $15 adults, $10 teens, $5 children 12 & Under; cash, check, credit card accepted at the door
            Event Type

            Sarau de Samba / Brazilian Samba Gathering

            2:00pm-5:00pm: Rio de Janeiro-style Music and Dance Event

            Sarau de Samba
            Description

            Set in the historic Glen Echo Park and co-presented by EducArte and Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts & Culture, Sarau de Samba features a dynamic ensemble of skilled musicians and dancers, showcasing the diverse rhythms of samba, from Golden Age classics and choro to modern pagode and high-energy carnival beats. More than just a performance, this event invites attendees to become part of the music, with opportunities to dance, sing, and even play instruments alongside the professionals. Short beginner dance lessons will be included in each session. The event is open to people of any skill level, no partner or instruments required. All ages are welcome!

            Sarau de Samba é apresentado pela produtora EducArte em parceria com o Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts & Culture. Realizado no histórico centro cultural Glen Echo Park, o Sarau de Samba reúne músicos, dançarinos e o público num ambiente amistoso e contagiante.  O evento é aberto a pessoas de qualquer nível de habilidade, sem necessidade de trazer um parceiro de dança ou instrumentos.

            “Vem Pra Perto da Gente Sambar!” (Come Samba With Us!) — Luiz Carlos Da Vila

            Learn More & Purchase Tickets >> | Park Map >>

            Special Crossover Dance deal on 10/27/24 ONLY-- Ask at check-in to receive a coupon to attend the Ballroom Time dance or Dancing Planet Contra dance (or both!) for $5 (per dance, per customer).

              Presenter
              Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts & Culture with EducArte
              Location
              Ballroom Back Room
              Admission
              $15 adults, $10 teens, $5 children 12 & Under; cash, check, credit card accepted at the door
              Event Type

              Sarau de Samba / Brazilian Samba Gathering

              3:00pm-5:00pm: Rio de Janeiro-style Music and Dance Event

              Sarau de Samba
              Description

              Set in the historic Glen Echo Park and co-presented by EducArte and Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts & Culture, Sarau de Samba features a dynamic ensemble of skilled musicians and dancers, showcasing the diverse rhythms of samba, from Golden Age classics and choro to modern pagode and high-energy carnival beats. More than just a performance, this event invites attendees to become part of the music, with opportunities to dance, sing, and even play instruments alongside the professionals. Short beginner dance lessons will be included in each session. The event is open to people of any skill level, no partner or instruments required. All ages are welcome!

              Sarau de Samba é apresentado pela produtora EducArte em parceria com o Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts & Culture. Realizado no histórico centro cultural Glen Echo Park, o Sarau de Samba reúne músicos, dançarinos e o público num ambiente amistoso e contagiante.  O evento é aberto a pessoas de qualquer nível de habilidade, sem necessidade de trazer um parceiro de dança ou instrumentos.

              “Vem Pra Perto da Gente Sambar!” (Come Samba With Us!) — Luiz Carlos Da Vila

              Learn More >> | Park Map >>

               

                Presenter
                Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts & Culture with EducArte
                Location
                Ballroom Back Room
                Admission
                $15 adults, $10 teens, $5 children 12 & Under; cash, check, credit card accepted at the door
                Event Type

                Balboa DJ Dance with Gottaswing

                8:30pm - 9:00pm: Balboa Lesson with Dabe and Janelle  | 9:00pm - 11:30pm: Social Dance

                Gottaswing logo with swing dancing couple
                Description

                Dabe and Janelle’s popular monthly Balboa dance series continues! You’ll find this casual and friendly atmosphere is a great way to be introduced to this smooth style that’s perfect for dancing to fast music, but also great for playing with slower tempos. New and experienced dancers alike are welcome. 

                Learn More >> | Park Map >>

                 

                  Presenter
                  Gottaswing
                  Location
                  Ballroom Back Room
                  Admission
                  Now accepting credit card payments. Admission $12. Cash discount! Pay cash/check, only $10.
                  Event Type

                  Balboa DJ Dance with Gottaswing

                  8:30pm - 9:00pm: Balboa Lesson with Dabe and Janelle  | 9:00pm - 11:30pm: Social Dance

                  Gottaswing logo with swing dancing couple
                  Description

                  Dabe and Janelle’s popular monthly Balboa dance series continues! You’ll find this casual and friendly atmosphere is a great way to be introduced to this smooth style that’s perfect for dancing to fast music, but also great for playing with slower tempos. New and experienced dancers alike are welcome. 

                  Learn More >> | Park Map >>

                   

                    Presenter
                    Gottaswing
                    Location
                    Ballroom Back Room
                    Admission
                    Now accepting credit card payments. Admission $12. Cash discount! Pay cash/check, only $10.
                    Event Type

                    Balboa DJ Dance with Gottaswing

                    8:30pm - 9:00pm: Balboa Lesson with Dabe and Janelle  | 9:00pm - 11:30pm: Social Dance

                    Gottaswing logo with swing dancing couple
                    Description

                    Dabe and Janelle’s popular monthly Balboa dance series continues! You’ll find this casual and friendly atmosphere is a great way to be introduced to this smooth style that’s perfect for dancing to fast music, but also great for playing with slower tempos. New and experienced dancers alike are welcome. 

                    Learn More >> | Park Map >>

                     

                      Presenter
                      Gottaswing
                      Location
                      Ballroom Back Room
                      Admission
                      $10 at the door, cash/check only
                      Event Type
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