Dance Every Day of the Week in West Michigan!
revised 12/2023
Kalamazoo Dance has compiled the most comprehensive listing of dance clubs and nightlife in southwest Michigan. Help us keep this dancing list current. Please contact us If you know of a new dance spot or know that something has changed in the dance scene. Be sure to call ahead to confirm the dance information is still correct.
Swingin’ Moveir Mondays Website Directions
Time: 9-11:30 PM
Price: $10 public/$5 member
Dances: Swing
Music: DJ
Dance floor size: 40x65 (width x length in feet)
Other: Smoke Free, Alcohol Free, No Partner Required
Location: Wyoming
There are two lessons,7-8pm, to choose from- a free foundational swing lesson, and a series lesson, which changes monthly. Series lessons are $10 for non-members, $5 with underground membership.See website.
Bay Tennis & Fitness - Harbor Springs Website Directions
Time: 7-9 PM
Price: $7
Dances: Ballroom
Music: Prerecorded
Dance floor size: 40x40 (width x length in feet)
Other: Smoke Free, Alcohol Free, No Partner Required
Contact Info
Location: Harbor Springs
7:00 lesson followed by open dance on floating hardwood floor.
Classic Country Music Jam Directions
Time: 6-9 PM
Price: Donation
Dances: Country, Variety
Music: Musician
Dance floor size: 30x35 (width x length in feet)
Other: Smoke Free, Alcohol Free, No Partner Required
(269) 626-9740Location: Scotts
Typically 150 spectators and 20 musicians. The center of the room is cleared for dancing. Polkas, waltzes, two steps. Occasionally a couple of classic square dances. Vinyl tile floor. Refreshments available at a fair price.
G.R.O.S.S. Website Directions
Time: 7-9:30 PM
Price: $4
Dances: Latin, Swing, Line Dance
Music: DJ
Other: Alcohol Free, No Partner Required
Location: Grand Rapids
Alternate Location: Grand Rapids
Rosa Parks Circle during the summer, weather permitting. Van Andel Museum or Masonic lodge in the winter.
Wild West Saloon Directions
Time: 7-9 PM
Price: $5
Dances: Country, Line Dance
Music: DJ
Dance floor size: 40x75 (width x length in feet)
Other: No Partner Required
Contact Info
(269) 345-0511
Nakia Davis
Location: Kalamazoo
7 pm instruction by Debbie Snell.
Dancin’ on the Grand Website Directions
Time: 7-9 PM
Price: $3
Dances: Variety
Music: Band
Other: Alcohol Free, No Partner Required
Contact Info
(616) 842-2622Location: Grand Haven
June to August only
Gun Lake Live Website Directions
Time: 6-10 PM
Price: no cover
Dances: Variety
Music: Band
Dance floor size: 12x12 (width x length in feet)
Other: No Partner Required
Location: Shelbyville
Dancing every Wednesday during June to August. Held outside at the Lakefront Event Pavilion on a cement dance floor. DJ music during September.
Social Dance Studio Website Directions
Time: 12:30 - 2 PM
Price: $7
Dances: Ballroom, Variety
Music: DJ
Other: Smoke Free, Alcohol Free, No Partner Required
Location: Grand Rapids
12pm lesson included.
Grand Valley Swing Dance Club Website Directions
Time: 8:30-11 PM
Price: no cover
Dances: Swing
Music: Prerecorded
Other: Smoke Free, Alcohol Free, No Partner Required
Contact Info
(231) 590-0402Location: Allendale
Swing Dance Club is an open, come as you are group. We meet every Thursday from 8:30-11 when school is in session, usually upstairs in Kirkhof. Dances will not be weekly until school begins in the last week of august. No prior knowledge is necessary, we will teach anyone and everyone. So come on out and join us. Check our website for summer dates.
Kabaret Directions
Time: 7-11 PM
Price: no cover
Dances: Variety
Music: Band
Dance floor size: 9x18 (width x length in feet)
Other: No Partner Required
Location: Battle Creek
Latin Salsa Night@ Papa Pete's Website Directions
Time: 9:30 PM - 2 AM
Price: $5
Dances: Latin
Music: DJ
Dance floor size: 20x20 (width x length in feet)
Other: No Partner Required
Contact Info
(269) 492-4361Location: Kalamazoo
Dancers Free Till 10pm. Free lesson at 9:30.
Night Moves Social Dance Directions
Time: 6:45-9:30 PM
Price: $10
Dances: Ballroom, Country, Variety
Music: Prerecorded
Dance floor size: 30x50 (width x length in feet)
Other: Smoke Free, Alcohol Free, No Partner Required
Contact Info
(231) 649-0065Location: Traverse City
$10 for lesson/$5 for practice only. Beginner lessons start at 6:45PM; intermediate/advanced lessons at 7:45PM; open practice at 9:00 PM. Lessons and music provided by Nancy and Mel Kiogima of Night Moves Social Dance.
B.O.B. The Directions
Time: 9 PM - 2 AM
Price: $5
Dances: Variety
Music: DJ
Other: No Partner Required
Contact Info
(616) 356-2000
n/a
Location: Grand Rapids
Nightclub with DJ on lower level.
Dock at Bayview Directions
Time: 9 PM - 1 AM
Price: Free
Dances: Variety
Music: Band
Dance floor size: 22x22 (width x length in feet)
Other: No Partner Required
(269) 731-4911Location: Richland
Get there early because the dance floor fills up after 10 PM and the dancing can turn to a stand still.
GRAM on the Green Website Directions
Time: 7:45 - 9 PM
Price: no cover
Dances: Ballroom, Swing, Line Dance
Music: Musician
Other: Smoke Free, Alcohol Free, No Partner Required
Location: Grand Rapids
Summer schedule is outside.
Kabaret Directions
Time: 7-11 PM
Price: no cover
Dances: Variety
Music: Band
Dance floor size: 9x18 (width x length in feet)
Other: No Partner Required
Location: Battle Creek
Kool Family Center Dance (monthly) Website Directions
Time: 7-9pm
Price: $6
Dances: Swing, Variety
Music: Band
Other: Smoke Free, Alcohol Free, No Partner Required
Contact Info
(269) 965-0000
Nancy
Location: Battle Creek
Monthly, see website for dates
Kopper Top Friday Night Live (bi-weekly) Website Directions
Time: 8 PM-1 AM
Price: $10
Dances: Latin
Music: Band
Dance floor size: 12x12 (width x length in feet)
Other: Smoke Free, No Partner Required
Contact Info
(616) 514-1400Location: Grand Rapids
Dance held on the 2nd and 4th Friday of the month. Free dance lesson at 8:30 by Casey Reed. Check website for accurate dates.
Mancelona Senior Center (bi-weekly) Directions
Time: 6-9 PM
Price: $3
Dances: Variety
Music: Band
Other: Smoke Free, Alcohol Free, No Partner Required
Contact Info
(231) 587-9131
Evelyn Hull
Location: Mancelona
Dances 1st and 3rd Friday of every month. Bring a dish to pass.
Mid-Michigan USA Dance (monthly) Website Directions
Time: 7-10:30 PM
Price: $5/members $10/non-
Dances: Ballroom
Music: Prerecorded
Other: Smoke Free, Alcohol Free, No Partner Required
Contact Info
(989) 631-5166Location: Freeland
Dances are held the second Friday of every month (except for summer dates). Call for summer dates.
Lesson at 7:00 p.m.with dancing from 8-10:30 p.m; music by our chapter dance committee.
Refreshments and Lesson included with admission.
Midnight Memories Dance Website Directions
Time: 8-11 PM
Dances: Ballroom, Latin, Swing, Variety
Music: DJ
Other: No Partner Required
Contact Info
269-254-9141Location: South Bend
Doors open at 7pm. Large concrete floor. Lesson from 7:30-8. Food and bar.
Moveir Friday Night Dance Website Directions
Time: 8-11 PM
Price: $10
Dances: Ballroom
Music: Prerecorded
Dance floor size: 40x65 (width x length in feet)
Other: Smoke Free, Alcohol Free, No Partner Required
Contact Info
(616) 250-9100Location: Wyoming
Munchies and refreshments will be provided. Lesson from 7-8PM for $10. Cost for both lesson and dance is $15.
River City Slims Directions
Time: 9PM - 12:30AM
Price: no cover
Dances: Swing, Variety
Music: Band
Other: No Partner Required
Location: Grand Rapids
Sharon's Dance Studio (monthly) Website Directions
Time: 7:30-10 PM
Price: $10
Dances: Ballroom
Music: Prerecorded
Dance floor size: 24x40 (width x length in feet)
Other: Smoke Free, Alcohol Free, No Partner Required
Contact Info
(269) 544-2420Location: Kalamazoo
7:30 group lesson and 8:00 dance are $10 for both. No dances during the summer months.
Single Hearts-Central Michigan Website Directions
Time: 8 PM - 12 AM
Price: $12
Dances: Variety
Music: Band
Other: No Partner Required
Contact Info
(888) 838-6439
n/a
Location: Haslett
There's also Hot and Cold Gourmet Hors D’oeuvres (8:30 until 10 p.m.) (2) Cash Bars with your favorite beverages (3) Great Door Prizes (drawn at 9 - 10 - 11 p.m.) and... Half-off ADMISSION if your birthday falls between the Sunday prior and the Saturday following this party. Music alternates weekly between a band and DJ.
Social Dance Studio Website Directions
Time: 8 PM
Price: $10
Dances: Ballroom
Music: DJ
Other: Smoke Free, Alcohol Free, No Partner Required
Location: Grand Rapids
Lesson at 7pm for additional $5.
The Urban Ballroom (monthly) Website Directions
Time: Monthly 8 PM-1 AM
Price: $5
Dances: Ballroom, Variety
Music: DJ
Other: No Partner Required
Contact Info
(616) 821-2393Location: Grand Rapids
3rd Friday of the month.
The Urban Ballroom (monthly) Website Directions
Time: Monthly 8 PM-1 AM
Price: $15
Dances: Ballroom
Music: DJ
Dance floor size: 30x60 (width x length in feet)
Other: Smoke Free, No Partner Required
Contact Info
(616) 821-2393Location: Grand Rapids
1st Friday of the month. Ballroom/Step & Hustle Lessons from 8-9PM.
VFW Comstock Directions
Time: 7-10:30 PM
Price: $5
Dances: Variety
Music: Band
Dance floor size: 23x35 (width x length in feet)
Other: No Partner Required
Location: Comstock
Dinner available prior to start of dance. Nice large wooden dance floor.
Azucar Night Club Directions
Time: 9 PM-12 AM
Price: $7
Dances: Latin
Music: DJ
Location: Grand Rapids
Salsa Night
B.O.B. The Directions
Time: 9 PM-2 AM
Price: $5
Dances: Variety
Music: DJ
Other: No Partner Required
Contact Info
(616) 356-2000
n/a
Location: Grand Rapids
Nightclub on lower level.
Ballroom Dancers Club (bi-monthly) Website Directions
Time: Bi-monthly 7:30-10:30 PM
Price: $20/couple
Dances: Ballroom
Music: Band
Other: Smoke Free, Alcohol Free, Couples Only
Contact Info
(616) 455-5954Location: Hudsonville
3rd Saturday every other month. Bring dish to share. Free dance lesson 7-7:30 PM. Alternate site is Hudsonville Middle School at 5535 School Ave. Call contact for the dates and location.
Dock at Bayview Directions
Time: 9 PM - 1 AM
Price: Free
Dances: Variety
Music: Band
Dance floor size: 22x22 (width x length in feet)
Other: No Partner Required
Location: Richland
Dutch Mill Directions
Time: 9 PM-1 AM
Price: no cover
Dances: Variety
Music: Band
Other: No Partner Required
Location: Grand Junction
Evergreen Commons (quarterly) Website Directions
Time: Quarterly 5:30-10:30 PM
Price: $25
Dances: Ballroom
Music: Band
Other: Smoke Free, Alcohol Free, No Partner Required
Contact Info
(616) 396-7100
John and Mary Nonhoff
Location: Holland
Quarterly dinner/dance. Semiformal attire. Reservations & prepayment required. Mail reservations and pre-payment to: Evergreen Commons.
Kabaret Directions
Time: 7-11 PM
Price: no cover
Dances: Variety
Music: Band
Dance floor size: 9x18 (width x length in feet)
Other: No Partner Required
Location: Battle Creek
Kalamazoo Chapter USA Dance (monthly) Website Directions
Time: Monthly 7-10 PM
Price: $5/member & $10/non-
Dances: Ballroom
Music: DJ
Dance floor size: 54x95 (width x length in feet)
Other: Smoke Free, Alcohol Free, No Partner Required
Contact Info
Location: Kalamazoo
Monthly (usually the 3rd Saturday) community dance (except June, July, August). Free dance lesson 7-8 PM. Huge 54x95 dance floor for your enjoyment. Refreshments provided.
Kalamazoo DanceSport Website Directions
Time: 8-10:30 PM
Price: $10
Dances: Ballroom
Music: DJ
Dance floor size: 30x40 (width x length in feet)
Other: Smoke Free, Alcohol Free, No Partner Required
Contact Info
(269) 760-5355Location: Kalamazoo
From 8:00-8:30 ask our instructors a dance question, learn a new step or just practice! Canadian maple floating floor.
Les Danseurs Dance Club (monthly) Website Directions
Time: Monthly 8-11 PM
Price: $25/couple
Dances: Ballroom
Music: Band
Dance floor size: 60x60 (width x length in feet)
Other: Smoke Free, Couples Only
Contact Info
(517) 484-3130Location: Grand Ledge
Usually the 4th Saturday of the month. Free dance lesson 7-8 PM. Coffee, tea, and ice provided. Bring own snacks and other beverages.
Moveir Saturday Night Dance Website Directions
Time: 9-11:30 PM
Price: $10
Dances: Ballroom, Line Dance
Music: Prerecorded
Dance floor size: 40x65 (width x length in feet)
Other: Smoke Free, Alcohol Free, No Partner Required
Contact Info
(616) 250-9100Location: Wyoming
8-9PM Group Lesson Partner Line Dancing/ with instructor Audrey Campbell
Cost for both lesson and dance is $15.
Portage Point Resort Dinner Dance Website Directions
Dances: Ballroom, Swing, Variety
Music: Band
Dance floor size: 37x24 (width x length in feet)
Other: Smoke Free, No Partner Required
Contact Info
(231) 889-7500Location: Onekama
Held twice a year in the spring and fall. Call for information.
Reflections of Dance (monthly) Website Directions
Time: monthly 8-11 PM
Price: $10
Dances: Ballroom
Music: Prerecorded
Other: Smoke Free, No Partner Required
Contact Info
616-283-5850Location: Holland
The third Saturday every month,
7pm – Dance lesson
8pm – 11pm – Open dancing
Rivertown Singles (monthly) Website Directions
Time: 7 - 11:00 PM
Price: $10
Dances: Latin, Swing, Disco, Country, Line Dance, Variety
Music: Band
Dance floor size: 30x60 (width x length in feet)
Other: Smoke Free, No Partner Required
Contact Info
Location: Grand Rapids
Large events such as New Years, Memorial Day, Labor Day, will have a second room: 25 x 40. No dance Jan/Feb.
Roger Brouwer's Dance (monthly) Website Directions
Time: Monthly 7:30-10:30 PM
Price: $15/couple
Dances: Ballroom
Music: Prerecorded
Other: Smoke Free, Alcohol Free, Couples Only
Contact Info
(616) 396-0392Location: Holland
Dance floor is adequate for 50 couples. Free line or ballroom lessons taught between each set.
Dances are the last Sat of the month Sept thru May, except not Dec. Bring a plate of hors d'oeuvres for the community table. Held in school cafeteria.
Salsa Saturday @ Blue Dolphin Restaurant Website Directions
Time: 10 PM - 2 AM
Price: $10
Dances: Latin
Music: DJ
Other: No Partner Required
Contact Info
(269) 492-4361Location: Kalamazoo
Saturday Night Ballroom Dance Website Directions
Time: 7-9 PM
Price: $14
Dances: Ballroom
Music: Prerecorded
Dance floor size: 43x50 (width x length in feet)
Other: Smoke Free, Alcohol Free, No Partner Required
Contact Info
(269) 383-4020 Location: Kalamazoo
Adult Singles and Couples 21 years and older
Dress Code
SUMMER Saturday Dances
May 18th 7-9pm
June 1st 7-9pm
July 13th 7-9pm Red, White & Blue Party
August 10th 7-9pm
Social Dance Studio Website Directions
Time: 8pm
Price: $10
Dances: Ballroom
Music: DJ
Other: Smoke Free, Alcohol Free, No Partner Required
Location: Grand Rapids
Not every Saturday. See website
Strictly For Fun Ballroom Dance Party (monthly) Directions
Time: Monthly 8-10:30 PM
Price: $10
Dances: Ballroom, Latin, Swing, Country, Variety
Music: Prerecorded
Other: Smoke Free, Alcohol Free, No Partner Required
Contact Info
(517) 712-6674Location: Lansing
Dances are held on the FIRST SATURDAY of the month Oct-May. Lesson at 7 pm - $5.
Tomlian Ballroom Dance Party (monthly) Website Directions
Time: Monthly 8-11 PM
Price: $10
Dances: Ballroom
Music: DJ
Other: Smoke Free, Alcohol Free, No Partner Required
Contact Info
(517) 655-3611Location: Lansing
2nd Saturday of the month (September-May except December), Lesson: 7 PM $5. Pop available for purchase. Snacks provided or bring your own.
Town Club (bi-monthly) Website Directions
Time: Bi-monthly 7-11 PM
Dances: Ballroom
Music: Band
Other: Smoke Free
Contact Info
(616) 842-1458Location: Varies
Four dinner dances over club year, Club year is September thru June with live dance music and delectable food!! Membership pays for bands at Twenty Five Dollars a Year for a couple!!! Dance is for diners, no dance only.
Two Left Feet (monthly) Website Directions
Time: 7:30-10PM
Price: $10
Dances: Ballroom, Swing
Music: Band
Dance floor size: 50x100 (width x length in feet)
Other: Smoke Free, Alcohol Free, No Partner Required
Contact Info
(231) 547-6114Location: East Jordan
"Night Club" atmosphere. We try to schedule them for the second Saturday of the month. A lesson at 6:45pm and music starting at 7:30pm. We have a jazz band called the Pine River Jazz that plays a lot of the swing band standards and music from the 40s-80s.
West Michigan Boot Scooters Website Directions
Time: 7:30-10:30 PM
Dances: Swing, Country, Line Dance, Variety
Music: DJ
Other: Smoke Free, Alcohol Free, No Partner Required
Contact Info
(231) 798-1341Location: Grand Haven
Corner of Franklin and Third.
MSDA Swing Dance (monthly) Website Directions
Time: Monthly 4-8 PM
Price: $9/members, $11/non-
Dances: Swing, Disco, Variety
Music: DJ
Other: Smoke Free, Alcohol Free, No Partner Required
Contact Info
(248) 390-0515Location: Bloomfield Hills
The dance is usually the third Sunday of the month. Sometimes that changes due to holidays and other events. Lesson at 3 PM. Free for members and $4/non-members.
MSU Ballroom Dance Club Website Directions
Time: 3-4 PM
Price: $3
Dances: Ballroom
Music: Prerecorded
Other: Smoke Free, Alcohol Free, No Partner Required
Contact Info
Location: Lansing
Demonstration Hall ballroom on campus at East Lansing MI.
South Bend Valley Dance (monthly) Website Directions
Time: Monthly 3-6 PM
Price: $8/members, $10/non-
Dances: Ballroom
Music: DJ
Dance floor size: 30x60 (width x length in feet)
Other: Smoke Free, Alcohol Free, No Partner Required
Contact Info
(574) 289 -1093Location: Mishawaka
Usually the 3rd Sunday of the month. Complimentary lesson from 3:30 to 4:15 by an area professional.
SW Michigan Ballroom Dance (monthly) Website Directions
Time: Monthly 2:30-6 PM
Price: $12
Dances: Ballroom
Music: DJ
Dance floor size: 27x44 (width x length in feet)
Other: Smoke Free, Alcohol Free, No Partner Required
Location: Kalamazoo
Monthly dance usually on the 2nd Sunday.
Tea Dance (4th Sunday) Directions
Time: 4:30 - 6:30
Price: $15
Dances: Ballroom
Music: DJ
Other: Smoke Free, Alcohol Free, No Partner Required
Location: Grand Rapids
Lesson at 4pm. Refreshments included.
University of Michigan Ballroom Dance Club Website Directions
Time: 8-10 PM
Price: $3
Dances: Ballroom
Music: Prerecorded
Other: Smoke Free, Alcohol Free, No Partner Required
Contact Info
Location: Ann Arbor
on campus (location varies) at Ann Arbor MI. Lessons by level from 4-8 PM.
