Capital Blues hosts dances, classes, special workshops, and other events celebrating blues dance in the Washington, D.C. area.

Save us a dance at Back Room Blues, weekly on Thursday nights at 9 at Glen Echo Park. Beginner-friendly lessons in blues dance foundations free with admission!

Announcements

No dance Thursday, May 29!

We’re recovering from Red Hot Blues & BBQ. See you in June!

Special Event Thursday, June 19, 2025:
Robert Lighthouse Live at Back Room Blues!

9pm to 11:30pm, $15 at the door (includes beginner lesson at 8:15pm)

Robert Lighthouse came to the US from Sweden at the age of 18, determined to learn more about the Mississippi Delta Blues. For eight years he traveled the country visiting blues Meccas like Chicago’s famed Maxwell Street and New Orleans, the cradle of the blues. He settled in DC in 1988 and is known for his simultaneous guitar and harmonica work. He “plays delta blues like the great masters.”

All-levels, beginner-friendly lesson in blues dance foundations starts at 8:15. No partner or prior experience is required! $15 covers the blues foundations lesson and the dance with live music.

Masks optional

Masks are optional at Capital Blues events. See the Covid-19 policy for complete information.

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