Blues Dance Locations

Explore 15+ major blues dance scenes across 6 continents

Your Guide to the Best Blues Dance Communities

Whether you're a traveling blues dancer looking for your next destination or a newcomer wanting to connect with local communities, our location guides provide comprehensive information about the world's most active blues dance scenes.

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Worldwide Coverage

From Europe to North America and beyond

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Scene Details

Venues, teachers, events, and community info

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Planning Help

Best times to visit and level recommendations

Stockholm

πŸ“Sweden, Europe

Large (300+ active dancers)
All levels welcome

The heart of the European blues dance scene, Stockholm boasts a vibrant community with regular social dances, workshops, and world-class teachers.

🎭 Key Venues

Blues Garage
Iconic venue known for intimate atmosphere and live blues music
HerrΓ€ng Dance Camp
World-famous summer dance camp with blues and swing events

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ« Notable Teachers

Vicci & AdamoJennie LΓΆfgrenDavid Linde

πŸŽ‰ Major Events

Stockholm Blues FestivalBlues Paradise
πŸ“… Best Time:Year-round, peak summer season

Berlin

πŸ“Germany, Europe

Medium (150+ active dancers)
Intermediate to advanced

Berlin's blues scene is rapidly growing with a diverse international community and innovative dance styles.

🎭 Key Venues

Swing Factory
Popular venue for blues and swing dances
Monkeys Bar
Regular blues nights with live music

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ« Notable Teachers

Max PitruzellaSophie AdamThomas Blomberg

πŸŽ‰ Major Events

Berlin Blues ExchangeBerlin Swing Festival
πŸ“… Best Time:Year-round, especially spring and autumn

Boston

πŸ“USA, North America

Large (250+ active dancers)
All levels, strong beginner program

One of the oldest blues dance communities in the US, Boston has a rich history and strong educational foundation.

🎭 Key Venues

Bentley University Ballroom
Regular blues dance venue with excellent floor
MIT Ballroom Dance Club
Academic venue hosting blues dance events

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ« Notable Teachers

Heather FlockDamon StoneSharon Davis

πŸŽ‰ Major Events

Beantown Blues FestivalBlues Muse
πŸ“… Best Time:September - May

San Francisco

πŸ“USA, North America

Large (300+ active dancers)
All levels, advanced techniques emphasized

The birthplace of modern blues dance, SF maintains a cutting-edge scene with innovative movements and styles.

🎭 Key Venues

9:20 Special
Historic venue with regular blues dances
The Verdi Club
Elegant venue perfect for blues dancing

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ« Notable Teachers

Abby KeyDan RepschMike Legenthal

πŸŽ‰ Major Events

San Francisco Blues ExchangeBlues Bootcamp
πŸ“… Best Time:Year-round, mild climate

Barcelona

πŸ“Spain, Europe

Medium (100+ active dancers)
All levels

Spain's premier blues dance destination with Mediterranean charm and passionate dancers.

🎭 Key Venues

Swing Maniacs
Leading blues and swing venue
Bluescelona
Dedicated blues dance studio

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ« Notable Teachers

Guillermo CeruttiSandra CasasPau Deix

πŸŽ‰ Major Events

Barcelona Blues FestivalSwing Maniacs Festival
πŸ“… Best Time:September - June

London

πŸ“UK, Europe

Large (200+ active dancers)
All levels

A thriving international blues scene with regular events and workshops attracting dancers from across Europe.

🎭 Key Venues

Swing Patrol
Multiple venues across London
The 100 Club
Historic music venue with blues nights

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ« Notable Teachers

Simon SelmonSimon TaminJoanna Swan

πŸŽ‰ Major Events

London Blues WeekendSwingtime Ball
πŸ“… Best Time:Year-round

Portland

πŸ“USA, North America

Large (180+ active dancers)
Intermediate to advanced

Home to one of America's most innovative blues dance communities, known for experimental styles and strong musical connections.

🎭 Key Venues

The Viscount Ballroom
Elegant venue with regular blues nights
Secret Ballroom
Intimate space for blues dancing

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ« Notable Teachers

Brenda RussellCharlie FullerHeather Mitchell

πŸŽ‰ Major Events

Portland Blues ExchangeRose City Blues
πŸ“… Best Time:Year-round, best September-May

Milan

πŸ“Italy, Europe

Medium (120+ active dancers)
All levels

Italy's blues dance capital with a passionate community and strong connections to the European blues festival circuit.

🎭 Key Venues

Blues Kitchen
Dedicated blues dance studio
Swing Italian Style
Regular blues and swing events

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ« Notable Teachers

Marco FerrignoSilvia GrassiLuca Fadda

πŸŽ‰ Major Events

Milan Blues FestivalBlues Italian Style
πŸ“… Best Time:October - June

Paris

πŸ“France, Europe

Medium (150+ active dancers)
All levels welcome

A sophisticated blues scene with French influences and regular international exchanges.

🎭 Key Venues

Swing Jam
Popular blues and swing venue
Le Dancing
Historic ballroom with blues nights

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ« Notable Teachers

Julien & ManonSophie & RomainCamille & Thomas

πŸŽ‰ Major Events

Paris Blues FestivalSwing de Paris
πŸ“… Best Time:Year-round, peak September-May

Seoul

πŸ“South Korea, Asia

Medium (80+ active dancers)
Beginner to intermediate

Asia's fastest-growing blues dance scene with dedicated dancers and unique cultural influences.

🎭 Key Venues

Blues Seoul
Primary blues dance studio
Swing Korea
Blues and swing dance community

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ« Notable Teachers

Minji KimJoon ParkSoyoung Lee

πŸŽ‰ Major Events

Seoul Blues FestivalKorea Blues Exchange
πŸ“… Best Time:Year-round, indoor venues

Melbourne

πŸ“Australia, Oceania

Medium (100+ active dancers)
All levels

Australia's blues dance hub with a vibrant community and strong connections to the Asian scene.

🎭 Key Venues

Blues Melbourne
Regular blues dance events
The Swingtime
Historic venue with blues nights

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ« Notable Teachers

Chris & JulesSarah & MikeEmma & Tom

πŸŽ‰ Major Events

Melbourne Blues FestivalBlues Down Under
πŸ“… Best Time:March - November

New Orleans

πŸ“USA, North America

Small but dedicated (50+ active dancers)
All levels, strong musical focus

The birthplace of blues music, offering authentic experiences and deep cultural connections to blues history.

🎭 Key Venues

The Spotted Cat
Live blues music venue in French Quarter
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Local favorite for live blues and jazz

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ« Notable Teachers

Marcus BrownLisa JohnsonAndre Williams

πŸŽ‰ Major Events

New Orleans Jazz & Heritage FestivalFrench Quarter Festival
πŸ“… Best Time:Year-round, best spring and fall

Tokyo

πŸ“Japan, Asia

Medium (90+ active dancers)
Intermediate to advanced

A highly technical blues dance scene with precision dancing and strong community organization.

🎭 Key Venues

Blues Tokyo
Primary blues dance studio
Swing Tokyo
Regular blues events in central Tokyo

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ« Notable Teachers

Yuki TanakaKenji YamamotoAiko Sato

πŸŽ‰ Major Events

Tokyo Blues FestivalJapan Blues Exchange
πŸ“… Best Time:Year-round

Buenos Aires

πŸ“Argentina, South America

Small but growing (40+ active dancers)
Beginner to intermediate

South America's emerging blues scene with tango influences and passionate dancers.

🎭 Key Venues

Blues Buenos Aires
Dedicated blues dance space
La Nacional
Historic ballroom with blues nights

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ« Notable Teachers

Carlos MendozaIsabella RodriguezPedro Garcia

πŸŽ‰ Major Events

Buenos Aires Blues FestivalTango & Blues Week
πŸ“… Best Time:March - November

Common Questions About Blues Dance Locations

What makes a good blues dance scene?

A thriving blues dance scene typically has regular social dances (at least weekly), qualified instructors offering classes, a welcoming community, and live music venues that support blues dancing. Community size and consistency of events are key indicators.

How can I connect with local blues communities?

Most scenes have Facebook groups, Meetup pages, or websites where they post events. Check local dance studios, search for "blues dance [city]" on social media, or contact the teachers listed in our guides for current information.

Do I need a partner to attend blues dances?

No! Blues dance communities are very welcoming to solo dancers. Most events practice partner rotation during classes, and social dances typically encourage everyone to dance with different partners throughout the evening.

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