2026 Events
Blues workshops, classes, and social dances
Typically the last saturday of each month we host a dance workshop class in the afternoon, followed by an open social dance party in the evening
Blues at the Bean
Venues: Forteza Fitness
DJs: Brandy Smith, Kenneth Shipp, Lizzy Melberg, Om Choudhary, Trevor Williams
June 5-6, 2026
June Classes + Open Practice
Teachers: Ruby Red + Mark Castillo
Location: Dance Center Chicago, 3868 N Lincoln Ave, 2nd Floor
Thursdays in June
Class 7-8pm
Open Practice 8-9pm
Register Here
June Bluetopia
Location: Hairpin Arts Center
Saturday – June 27, 2026
Intro Lesson 7-8 PM
Social Dancing 8PM – 12AM
July DJ'd Dance
DJ’s: Julie Brown and Dan Repsch
Location: Rooted Space
Friday – July 24, 2026
GA $10 / Student $5
Social Dancing 8PM – 11PM
Workshop: Julie Brown & Dan Repsch
Momentum, Rhythm, and Comfort
Location: Rooted Space
Saturday, July 25th 2026
Class 12PM – 5PM
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July Bluetopia - Live Band
Music: Young Rell
Location: Hairpin Arts Center
Saturday – July 25, 2026
Intro Lesson 7-8 PM
Social Dancing 8PM – 12AM
August Bluetopia
Location: Hairpin Arts Center
Saturday – August 29, 2026
Intro Lesson 7-8 PM
Social Dancing 8PM – 12AM
