• Viennese Waltz

    2:30pm ~ Beginner Lessons

    4:00pm ~ Supervised, Assisted Dancing

    Man and woman performing Vienesse Waltz
    Description

    Prepare for the DC ball season! Learn basics of social Viennese Waltz in this workshop with Todd and Migle which includes 1.5 hours of lessons and 1 hour of supervised and assisted dancing. 

    Todd and Migle have performed solo at the Hofburg Palace in Vienna, the Kennedy Center, the Austrian Embassy, and the White House, and have taught hundreds of waltz camps and workshops. They love sharing social dance skills and look forward to teaching dance in the Spanish Ballroom!

    CASH ONLY at the door. Pre-registration available here prior to the day of the event using credit card or Paypal. DSE also accepts, prior to the day of the event, payment by Venmo, Apple Pay, or Zelle; contact Todd at 202-361-8633 for information.

    Presenter
    DanceSport Endurance
    Location
    Spanish Ballroom
    Admission
    $20/person - General Admission, $10/person - full time students
    Event Type

    Viennese Waltz

    2:30pm ~ Beginner Lessons

    4:00pm ~ Supervised, Assisted Dancing

    Man and woman performing Vienesse Waltz
    Description

    Prepare for the DC ball season! Learn basics of social Viennese Waltz in this workshop with Todd and Migle which includes 1.5 hours of lessons and 1 hour of supervised and assisted dancing. 

    Todd and Migle have performed solo at the Hofburg Palace in Vienna, the Kennedy Center, the Austrian Embassy, and the White House, and have taught hundreds of waltz camps and workshops. They love sharing social dance skills and look forward to teaching dance in the Spanish Ballroom!

    CASH ONLY at the door. Pre-registration available here prior to the day of the event using credit card or Paypal. DSE also accepts, prior to the day of the event, payment by Venmo, Apple Pay, or Zelle; contact Todd at 202-361-8633 for information.

    Presenter
    DanceSport Endurance
    Location
    Spanish Ballroom
    Admission
    $20/person - General Admission, $10/person - full time students
    Event Type

    Viennese Waltz

    2:30pm ~ Beginner Lessons

    4:00pm ~ Supervised, Assisted Dancing

    Man and woman performing Vienesse Waltz
    Description

    Prepare for the DC ball season! Learn basics of social Viennese Waltz in this workshop with Todd and Migle which includes 1.5 hours of lessons and 1 hour of supervised and assisted dancing. 

    Todd and Migle have performed solo at the Hofburg Palace in Vienna, the Kennedy Center, the Austrian Embassy, and the White House, and have taught hundreds of waltz camps and workshops. They love sharing social dance skills and look forward to teaching dance in the Spanish Ballroom!

    CASH ONLY at the door. Pre-registration available here prior to the day of the event using credit card or Paypal. DSE also accepts, prior to the day of the event, payment by Venmo, Apple Pay, or Zelle; contact Todd at 202-361-8633 for information.

    Presenter
    DanceSport Endurance
    Location
    Spanish Ballroom
    Admission
    $20/person - General Admission, $10/person - full time students
    Event Type

    First Annual Autumn Ballroom Dance Gala: The Fall Ball

    8:00pm ~ Beginner Lesson

    9:00pm - midnight ~ Live Music and Social Dance

    Ballroom Time logo with silhouette of couple dancing
    Description

    Ballroom Time presents the First Annual Autumn Ballroom Dance Gala, The Fall Ball: an evening of fine music and fashion celebrating ballroom dancing.

    There will be a beginner lesson at 8:00pm followed by dancing to live music from 9:00pm to midnight. Music and vocals by The Djangolaya Quartet. In addition to general dancing, the evening will include dance showcases, a mini-fashion show, mixers, and a line dance.

    Admission is $40 at the door (cash or check only). Reduced admission is $20 for full-time students / active-duty military. No partner is necessary to attend and all are invited.

    Presenter
    Ballroom Time
    Location
    Spanish Ballroom
    Admission
    $40 at the door (cash or check only), $20 for full-time students/active-duty military
    Event Type

    Ballroom Dance with Djangolaya Trio

    2:30pm - 3:30pm ~ Beginner Lesson

    3:30pm - 6:00pm ~ Live Music and Social Dance

    Ballroom Time logo with silhouette of couple dancing
    Description

    Ballroom Time is pleased to present a Sunday afternoon dance in the Spanish Ballroom with music by Djangolaya Trio. The dance will feature a mixer, a dream showcase and a line dance. No partner necessary. 

    2:30pm - 3:30pm ~ Beginner Lesson

    3:30pm - 6:00pm ~ Live Music and Social Dance

     

     

    Presenter
    Ballroom Time
    Location
    Spanish Ballroom
    Admission
    $15 at the door
    Event Type

    Ballroom Dance with Helmut Licht Trio

    2:30pm - 3:30pm ~ Beginner Lesson

    3:30pm - 6:00pm ~ Live Music and Social Dance

    Ballroom Time logo with silhouette of couple dancing
    Description

    Ballroom Time is pleased to present a Sunday afternoon dance in the Spanish Ballroom with music by Helmut Licht Trio. The dance will feature a mixer, a dream showcase and a line dance. No partner necessary. 

    2:30pm - 3:30pm ~ Beginner Lesson

    3:30pm - 6:00pm ~ Live Music and Social Dance

     

     

    Presenter
    Ballroom Time
    Location
    Spanish Ballroom
    Admission
    $15 at the door
    Event Type

    Ballroom Dance with Mike Surratt Trio

    1:30 pm - 3:30 pm workshops

    3:30pm - 6pm dance

    "Special Ballroom Tango Showcase" by Emanuele and Francesca at 5:45pm, reduced price tickets available at 5:30pm

    Ballroom Time logo with silhouette of couple dancing
    Description

    Ballroom Time is pleased to announce their first Sunday afternoon dance in the Spanish Ballroom with music by the Mike Surratt Trio. No partner necessary. 

    1:30pm to 2:30pm - Latin/rhythm fundamentals

    2:30pm to 3:30pm - Standard/smooth fundamentals

    3:30pm to 6pm - Ballroom Dance   

    "Special Ballroom Tango Showcase" by Emanuele and Francesca at 5:45pm, reduced price tickets available at 5:30pm

     

     

     

    Presenter
    Ballroom Time
    Location
    Spanish Ballroom
    Admission
    $15 at the door
    Event Type

    SWING DANCE

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

     

     

    New Columbia Swing logo
    Description

    Dance the night away in the beautiful and historic Spanish Ballroom with New Columbia Swing. Featuring live music from the fabulous Scott Silbert & the All Stars! An introductory swing dance lesson from 8:00pm - 9:00pm is included with admission, followed by dancing from 9:00pm - midnight.

    Learn More >> | Park Map >>

    Presenter
    New Columbia Swing
    Location
    Spanish Ballroom
    Admission
    $20 in advance/$30 at the door ($25 for students/military)
    Event Type

    SARAU DE SAMBA / BRAZILIAN SAMBA GATHERING

    2:00pm - 5:00pm

    Musicians on a blue background.
    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 >>

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