Beyonce "Cowboy Carter" Premiere?
Thursday, March 28 • 9:00–10:00 pm
Sundance Saloon
Beyoncé's new album, Cowboy Carter, is expected to drop at 9:00 pm Pacific Time on Thursday, March 28. Sundance Saloon is planning on reviewing the music as quickly as possible, and premiering the danceable tracks right away between 9:00 and 10:00 pm. We may be the first CW dance club in the country to do so!
We must stress that this is all dependent on (1) the music actually becoming available to download by 9:00 pm, and (2) there being music that truly works for country-western dancing. We'll note that Beyoncé herself has stated "This ain't a country album. This is a Beyoncé album." Still with collaborative artists like Dolly Parton and Willie Nelson, we have to be hopeful!
April Birthday Dance
Sunday, April 7
Sundance Saloon
On the first Sunday of each month, we celebrate the birthdays of everyone who has a birthday during that month. One dance is designated when we invite the birthday folks to the dance floor, and everyone gets a chance to take turns dancing with them. We also provide cake (well, actually a wonderful assortment of gourmet cupcakes)!
If your birthday is in April, we'll see you on Sunday, April 7!
New! Sundance Swing!
Thursdays starting April 11 • 6:30 – 8:00 pm
Sundance Saloon • Loft
On Thursdays Sundance Saloon will open the Loft for open non-stop West Coast Swing dancing from 6:30 to 8:00 pm! You can dance to a mix of country and non-country music. And of course, this project being part of Sundance Saloon, we cater to the LGBTQ community, but all are welcome.
Our plan is to continue Sundance Swing weekly through May, and then assess how it is doing to see if we'll continue it after that.
Thursday Two-Step Mini-Privates
Thursday, April 11 • 6:45 – 7:30 pm
Sundance Saloon
You're invited to another session when we'll have a number of Sundance Saloon instructors on hand, and you can pick one to hoard all to yourself for 10 minutes. This experience is appropriate for all dancers from the beginner-plus to intermediate level. On this night we'll have Kirk Ryan, Sheila Schlicht, Ron Jenkins, and Ingu available at your service.
Just show up, and sign up for a session. Slots will be available on a first-come, first-signed-up basis. Doors open at 6:30 pm. If time and space allow, you may be able to sign up for more than one session. There is no additional fee for this experience.
26th Anniversary Party!
Sunday, April 14
Sundance Saloon
Mark your calendars now! Sundance Saloon celebrates its 26th anniversary on Sunday, April 14. Join us for a very special party!
In 1998 we opened our doors as an experiment in the back room of the Pleasuredome club at 174 King Street, never imagining that Sundance Saloon would become a world-renowned institution in the LGBT+ community, still going strong over a quarter of a century later. Of course we'll take a moment to honor the hundreds of volunteers, donors, and other contributors over the years.
In addition to our regular program of lessons and open dancing, we'll have some special performances, a special cake, and most importantly, YOU – and all who helped build this special community. FREE ADMISSION!
AIDS LifeCycle Night
Sunday, April 28
Sundance Saloon
Sundance Saloon invites participants in the AIDS LifeCycle to come to Sundance Saloon on this night. Let your fellow Sundancers see who's riding, with this opportunity to solicit more pledges. Let us know you're coming in advance: info@sundancesaloon.org.
The AIDS LifeCycle is a 7-day bike ride from San Francisco to Los Angeles, June 2-8, 2024, to raise money and awareness in the fight against HIV/AIDS. This annual landmark ride through beautiful California delivers a life-changing experience for thousands of participants from all backgrounds united by a common desire to do something heroic.
Line Dance Pro
Sundays (except 1st Sun of month) • 5:00-6:30 pm
Sundance Saloon
Can't get enough line dancing? Line Dance Pro is an opportunity to increase your line dance abilities and challenge yourself with new line dances not included in our regular Sundance Saloon repertoire.
Our Line Dance Pro sessions run every Sunday in the Back Room of Sundance Saloon (except the first Sunday of the month)! Includes lessons starting at 5:15 pm, except the last Sunday of the month which features a line dance marathon. Check the Sundance Saloon instruction calendar for the schedule.
Core Volunteers Needed!
Please help us! Sundance Saloon is a community effort, dependent on lots of people chipping in a little bit. We are always looking for more help, and this has never been truer. If you have not volunteered in the past, this is a great time to think about stepping in. Our needs at Sundance Saloon include set-up, front door, and coat-check. Shifts are generally one hour. No experience necessary.
We are in particular looking for "core volunteers" who can commit to one shift per month for the next three months. If you can help in this way, fill out a form for Sundays or Thursdays to let us know your availability.
Supporting Sundance
As an all-volunteer, member- and community-supported organization, the Sundance Association depends on your support to keep thriving. The pandemic put an extra burden on our finances, and our needs are never-ending. There are many ways to help us, and not all of them involve monetary contributions:
- Become a member of the Sundance Association by pledging an annual tax-deductible donation.
- Come on down! Support us just by showing up.
- Introduce someone new to Sundance Saloon.
- Use our coat-check on Sundays.
- Put a dollar or two in one of our tip jars.
- See if your company offers matching donations or grants for volunteer time served.
- Remember Sundance in your estate planning.
- Volunteer!
- Social media! Like us on Facebook. Follow us on Instagram. Share our posts. Share your own posts. Review us on Google, Yelp, Facebook, and Tripadvisor.