Where Nashville Locals Go to Dance: 8 Spots to Check Out
From line dancing to salsa and swing, Nashville offers plenty of opportunities to move. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or just looking for a fun night out, there's a dance floor waiting for you — and not one is on Broadway. Image: Facebook / The Nashville Palace
Whether you’re well-versed in the world of two-step or just looking for a fun way to unwind mid-week, Nashville offers no shortage of opportunities to hit the dance floor — and we’re not just talking line dancing. While this is by no means a comprehensive list of great local hangs with dance floors, these favorites offer a variety of styles, from Latin and swing dancing to honky tonk nights.
The best part? You don’t need to be a pro, as many of these spots offer instruction, too!
L&L Market Dance Nights
Neighborhood: Sylvan Heights
More Info: Facebook
While not a weekly option, L&L Market in Sylvan Heights stays open late one night almost every month to host an energetic night of dancing and fun. The theme often changes, so you can get your fix of everything from salsa to swing dancing. The evening includes both lessons and open dancing. To stay up-to-date on when the next event takes place, keep an eye on L&L Market’s social media accounts.
Nashville Palace
Neighborhood: Music Valley
More Info: thefamousnashvillepalace.com
For a truly authentic Nashville line-dancing experience, Nashville Palace delivers multiple nights a week. Every Tuesday, instructors from Standard Western lead classes that welcome everyone from total beginners to seasoned pros. You can also enjoy Ladies’ Night on Thursdays and lively Country Dance Nights on Fridays and Saturdays. And if line dancing isn’t your thing, stop by for salsa lessons on Mondays instead!
Motown Mondays at The 5 Spot
More Info: East Nashville – Five Points
More Info: the5spotnashville.com
Tucked in East Nashville’s Five Points neighborhood, The 5 Spot is frequented by local music lovers. In addition to its regular lineup of local concerts, the intimate concert venue also hosts Motown Mondays every week. Beginning at 9 p.m., this is a dance-centric event full of your favorite Motown, funk, and disco hits.
Plaza Mariachi
Neighborhood: Southeast Nashville – Nolensville Pike
More Info: plazamariachi.com
Another solid option with weekly events, Plaza Mariachi hosts dance nights every Thursday and Saturday. Free and open to the public, the weekly salsa series begins with a 7:15 p.m. class every Thursday, followed by an open dance floor with a live DJ until midnight. The fun continues on Saturdays, with a DJ spinning tunes from 9 p.m. until midnight.
Tuesday Teteos at Tantísimo
Neighborhood: Sylvan Park
More Info: salsavida.com
Head to Tantísimo every Tuesday for Tuesday Teteos, a lively Latin dance social hosted by Baila with Kyla. The fun starts at 7 p.m. with a free beginner-friendly salsa and bachata lesson, followed by open dancing from 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. No partner or experience is needed; you just need to arrive ready to move.
Category 10
Neighborhood: Downtown
More Info: category10.com
Continuing the tradition of Wildhorse Saloon, Luke Combs’ Category 10 offers free dance lessons every Thursday through Sunday. Taking place on Nashville’s largest dance floor, Hurricane Hall, no experience is required. In fact, the bar offers its own team of professional dancers to guide you through every step.
Honky Tonk Tuesdays at Eastside Bowl
Neighborhood: Madison
More Info: honkytonkroundup.com
A longstanding Nashville staple, Honky Tonky Tuesdays has recently moved from East Nashville’s American Legion to Eastside Bowl in Madison. Beginning with dance lessons at 7 p.m. from Laura Mae Socks, the fun continues all night with a rotating lineup of live music. However, you can end the night each week with the event’s house band, The Cowpokes. Admission is $10, and it’s well worth the price.
SB Tip: After the official event, head to the smaller stage at the front of the venue for the official afterparty.
Jump Sessions with Swing Dance Nashville
Neighborhood: Elm Hill
More Info: swingdancenashville.com
On the second and fourth Fridays of every month, Swing Dance Nashville hosts a Jump Session, where you’re invited to dance the night away with one of its seasoned teachers. From 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Dance Nashville studio, beginners are invited to join instructor Lindy Hop to learn the basics of swing dancing.
If you’re already familiar with this style, you can learn more during the Dig Deeper lesson from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Then, stick around after the lessons to put your skills to the test during open dance.
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Brianna Goebel
Brianna is StyleBlueprint’s Associate Editor and Sponsored Content Manager. She is an avid fan of iced coffee and spends her free time reading romance novels.