Looking to get a workout in, but can’t bring yourself to get to the gym? Why not enjoy the open outdoors and get your sweat on through dance?
Bryant Park is hosting its 11th annual dance party this spring, inviting New Yorkers to let go of their inhibitions and shake and shimmy them out through music and dance from around the world.
The party will occur every Wednesday and Thursday starting on April 30th, concluding on May 15th. Participants will get to explore dance styles ranging from salsa to Motown and so on. Anyone can join and its completely free.
Interested visitors can meet near the Bryant Park fountain on dance party days at 6pm to receive initial instruction on the basic dance steps from professional instructors before being set free to feel the music and moves from 7pm to 8:30pm with live music.
Whether you have a specific dance style you’ve always wanted to learn or you’re just looking for a fun and free activity, there’s a class for everyone!
Bryant Park dance party schedule:
- Wednesday, April 30th – Salsa’s Greatest Hits – 6pm: Class – 7pm: Live Dance Music with Alfredo de la Fe All Star Band
- Thursday, May 1st – Motown “Dancing in the Streets” – 6pm: Class – 7pm: Live Dance Music with KD Browne
- Wednesday, May 7th – Bachata Tradicional & Merengue – 6pm: Class 7pm: Live Dance Music with Mayra Bello y Orquesta
- Thursday, May 8th – Afrofusion Feat. Nkumu Katalay – 6pm: Class – 7pm: Live Dance Music with Gentleman Brawlers Feat. Nkumu Katalay
- Wednesday, May 14th – Brazilian Samba, Forro & Mais – 6pm: Class – 7pm: Live Dance Music with Folha Seca
- Thursday, May 15th – Latin Festival – Salsa, Timba, Candombe, Salsa Gorda with a touch of spoken word en clave – 6pm & 8:15pm: Class – 6pm-10pm: Live Dance Music with Sebastian Natal & The Orchestra + Flaco Navaja & The Razor Blades
After working up an appetite, park goers can enjoy local food and drinks curated by Hester Street Fair, plus alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages from Stout NYC.
This year’s initial dance party will feature violinist Alfredo de la Fe and his band for a sensational salsa session. Find out more about this year’s event on Bryant Park’s website.