Chicago SummerDance is back! Feel free to use this schedule to explore the various dance styles that will be highlighted this summer.
For the most current information please visit the Chicago Summer Dance website.
http://www.ChicagoSummerDance.com
| Date | Time | Location | Dance Style(s) | Note | Music |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/22/2026 | 5:00pm - 7:30pm | Harrison Park, 1824 S. Wood St. | House Music | Night Out in the Parks | A Party Called Tribe |
| 7/29/2026 | 5:00pm - 7:30pm | Humboldt Park Boathouse, 1301 N. Humboldt Blvd. | Bomba + Plena | Night Out in the Parks | BomPleneras |
| 8/5/2026 | 5:00pm -7:30pm | Riis Park, 6100 W. Fullerton Ave. | Mexican Son + Cumbia | Night Out in the Parks | Son Monarcas |
| 8/12/2026 | 5:00pm - 7:30pm | Hamilton Park, 513 W. 72nd St. | Line Dancing | Night Out in the Parks | DJ Dre |
| 8/13/2026 | 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Grant Park, 112 E. Balbo Dr. | Salsa | Chicago SummerDance at Spirit of Music Garden | Latin Swing Factor |
| 8/14/2026 | 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Grant Park, 112 E. Balbo Dr. | Plena | Chicago SummerDance at Spirit of Music Garden | Plenazo Tribe |
| 8/15/2026 | 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Grant Park, 112 E. Balbo Dr. | Swing | Chicago SummerDance at Spirit of Music Garden | Outcast Jazz Band |
| 8/20/2026 | 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Grant Park, 112 E. Balbo Dr. | Bollywood Music & Dance | Chicago SummerDance at Spirit of Music Garden | Do the Needful |
| 8/21/2026 | 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Grant Park, 112 E. Balbo Dr. | Ballroom & Vintage Swing | Chicago SummerDance at Spirit of Music Garden | Nancy Hays & The Romance of Dance Orchestra |
| 8/22/2026 | 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Grant Park, 112 E. Balbo Dr. | Country and Chicago Honky Tonk | Chicago SummerDance at Spirit of Music Garden | The Lawrence Peters Outfit |
| 8/27/2026 | 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Grant Park, 112 E. Balbo Dr. | Brazilian Samba | Chicago SummerDance at Spirit of Music Garden | Planeta Azul |
| 8/28/2026 | 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Grant Park, 112 E. Balbo Dr. | House Music | Chicago SummerDance at Spirit of Music Garden | Chicago House Music Festival |
| 8/29/2026 | 6:00pm -9:00pm | Grant Park, 112 E. Balbo Dr. | Chicago Steppin' | Chicago SummerDance at Spirit of Music Garden | DJ Cross |
Taste of Chicago
SummerDance Tent
Near Buckingham Fountain in Grant Park
There will be dancing at the Taste of Chicago Summerdance tent everyday!
Enjoy free lessons, social dancing, and music.
Dance with Desueño:
Thursday, July 9th – 6:00 PM – Cha Cha
Friday, July 10th – 3:00 PM – Salsa
Sunday, July 12th – 5:00 PM – Bachata
