Where to Dance in Auckland

Auckland has 62 dance events coming up across the next two weeks on DanceEvents.app, spanning styles like Afrobeats, Bachata, Ballet, Bellydance. Tonight alone there are 3 events on in Auckland. Every listing links straight through to the full details, venue and organiser.

New Zealand's largest city has the country's biggest and most varied dance scene — classes, socials and festivals running most nights of the week across the central city and suburbs.

Last updated 1 October 2026 at 07:39 pm (NZT)

Tonight

Thursday Latin Night - Portland House

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Thursday Latin Night - Portland House

La Movida

A great new opportunity to experience Latin rhythms, amazing food, and unforgettable energy at one of the city’s most stunning venues. Portland Public House features a large, open dance floor, beautiful surroundings, and a warm, friendly team — creating the perfect home for social dancing. Enjoy a gorgeous venue with a lively yet relaxed atmosphere, delicious meals and drinks available all night, and welcoming vibes for dancers of all levels. Come early to dine in, enjoy a drink, have a dance!

Every Thursday · 8:00pm – 11:00pmPortland Public House, AucklandFree Entry!

Argentine Tango Practica

Argentine Tango Practica

¡Tango Otra Vez!

Practica is a bridge from class to milonga. The secret to improving at tango is simple: practice. Whether you're dancing with a partner or practising solo, every step, embrace, and repetition helps build confidence, deepen understanding, and make your dancing feel more natural. A teacher will be present throughout the session to offer guidance, answer questions, and help you overcome challenges as you continue your tango journey. Eligibility: Open to all ¡Tango Otra Vez! students.

Every Thursday · 8:00pm – 10:00pmPasion Por Tango, Auckland$10

Baila Thursdays

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Baila Thursdays

Baila Entertainment

Thursday night Salsa and Bachata social night at Revelry bar in Ponsonby with free lesson at 8.45pm followed by social dancing until late

Every Thursday · 8:45pm – 11:59pmRevelry, AucklandFree entry

This weekend

Dance Essentials - Casual Class

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Dance Essentials - Casual Class

Viva Dance

Build the skills that make every dancer shine! Whether you're new to dance or looking to refine your technique, Dance Essentials is the perfect foundation. Develop balance, posture, turns, musicality, flexibility, styling, confidence, and more through targeted training and fun choreography. Suitable for all levels, this class will help you move with greater strength, control, and confidence in any dance style.

Every Friday · 5:30pm – 6:30pmViva Dance Studios, AucklandStudent discount

Bachata Shines - Casual Class

Bachata Shines - Casual Class

Viva Dance

Elevate your footwork, own the music, and dance with confidence! This fun, high-energy solo class builds rhythm, styling, musicality, and confidence. Learn exciting choreography inspired by Dominican, Moderna, Sensual, and Fusion Bachata while improving technique, body movement, and coordination. Perfect for adding style, flavour, and personality to every dance. This class runs every week on a casual basis, so you can join at any time.

Every Friday · 6:30pm – 7:30pmViva Dance Studios, AucklandStudent discount

Heels Beginners - Casual Class

Heels Beginners - Casual Class

Viva Dance

Unleash your confidence, attitude, and style! Designed for complete beginners, this fun and empowering class will teach you the fundamentals of dancing in heels in a supportive environment. Learn technique, catwalk, and easy choreography while building confidence and having a fabulous time. Casual weekly classes – join anytime!

Every Friday · 6:30pm – 7:30pmViva Dance Studios, AucklandStudent discount

Bachata Fundamentals - Improvers

Bachata Fundamentals - Improvers

AF Dance

Build a solid foundation in bachata. If you have some dance experience and want to deepen your understanding, these 4-week courses are for you. We'll focus on core concepts like shadow position, diagonal steps, and the break on 3, giving you the confidence to apply them in any social setting. Improvers : Focus on the finer details through concept-driven classes, body isolation, and styling. You will explore movements like lateral waves, head rolls, cambres, and controlled dips

Every Friday · 7:00pmEmpire Studio, AucklandUnder $30

Ladies Latin Team

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Ladies Latin Team

Viva Dance

Step into the spotlight and dance like never before! Build confidence, refine your technique, and be part of an inspiring team of passionate women. Learn exciting choreography, improve your styling, musicality, and performance skills, and experience the thrill of performing at events throughout the year. Our team courses are progressive. If you're new, you're welcome to join in Week 1 or 2 to try a class before committing to the full course.

Every Friday · 7:30pm – 8:30pmViva Dance Studios, AucklandStudent discount

Friday Latin Rhythms Class

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Friday Latin Rhythms Class

North Shore Latin Dance

Start your Friday night with Latin Rhythms Class-open level, BEFORE the Friday Live Latin Lounge band! We will be exploring Salsa Rueda, Dominican Bachata, Son, Cuban Cha Cha Cha rotating the dance styles each week, accordingly. So keep an eye on this space for weekly updates. 7.30pm-45 mins class

Every Friday · 7:30pm – 11:30pmThe Backyard Bar, Auckland$10 Cash (Please kindly pay before the class)

Next week

Zumba Fitness with Deirdre

Zumba Fitness with Deirdre

Viva Dance

Dance, sweat and have a blast! Zumba combines high and low-intensity moves with infectious Latin rhythms for a full-body workout that feels more like a party. Burn calories, boost your fitness and get your groove on with our fabulous instructors! No dance experience needed. Casual weekly class — join anytime!

Every Monday · 5:30pm – 6:30pmViva Dance Studios, AucklandConcession card available

Salsa on1 Beginners - 8wk course

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Salsa on1 Beginners - 8wk course

Viva Dance

Ready to have fun, meet new people, and learn to dance? Salsa starts here! Salsa is one of the world's most popular social dances—fun, energetic, and easy to learn. Our beginner classes teach the essential steps, rhythm, and partner techniques in a relaxed, supportive environment. No experience or partner required! Complete Beginner 1 and Beginner 2 to build a strong foundation and dance with confidence.

Every Monday · 6:30pm – 7:30pmViva Dance Studios, Auckland$160 early bird

Heels Intermediate - Casual Class

Heels Intermediate - Casual Class

Viva Dance

Strut, shine and own your confidence! Take your heels dancing to the next level in this fun, empowering weekly class. Build technique, balance, control and stage presence while exploring your own style and feminine energy. Each class includes a warm-up, follow-me exercises, catwalk technique and choreography. Perfect for dancers with some heels experience who want to feel stronger, sassier and more confident!

Every Monday · 6:30pm – 7:30pmViva Dance Studios, AucklandStudent discount

New Term - Cuban Salsa Rueda - Open Level

New Term - Cuban Salsa Rueda - Open Level

KD Dance - Latin Dance School

Join our new course of Cuban Salsa Rueda Rueda is a type of Cuban salsa that is danced in a circle as group with partners rotating throughout the dance. This open level course will start at the basics and increase in complexity every week. The primary goal of this course is to get dancing and have fun. Starting on Monday the 21st of September at 6:30pm - No experience or partner required. - Six week course - $120 / six weeks

Every Monday · 6:30pmTAPAC (The Auckland Performing Arts Centre), Auckland$120 / six week course

New Term - Salsa Shines - Improver Level

New Term - Salsa Shines - Improver Level

KD Dance - Latin Dance School

If you already have the fundamentals of salsa and want to start learning how to groove on your own, this course is for you. This course covers a deeper understanding of the musical breaks, dissociation on the movements, syncopation, styling, body movement and posture. All of this with a personalized teaching style, to help you to increase your confidence and skills as a dancer. This course is perfect to take to compliment your partnerwork or on it’s own.

Every Monday · 6:30pmTAPAC (The Auckland Performing Arts Centre), Auckland$120 / six week course

Argentine Tango Beginner Class

Argentine Tango Beginner Class

¡Tango Otra Vez!

99% of our students walked through the door on their own, and so can you! Leave your hesitation at the door, take that first step, and give yourself a pat on the back at the end of class for making a great decision. You might just surprise yourself with how much you enjoy it! No partner is needed. Just bring yourself, comfortable shoes, and a willingness to learn and have fun.

Every Monday · 7:00pm – 8:00pmPasion Por Tango, Auckland$15

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