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8 PM - 1 AM, lesson 8-9 PM
SATURDAY EVENING - Class & Social @ Glen Echo Ballroom
Zouk ·Weekly
Zouk
Glen Echo Ballroom Back Room
Zouk · Washington, D.C., USA 🇺🇸
Weekly Schedule
Saturday
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About Glen Echo Ballroom Back Room
The Ballroom Back Room at Glen Echo Park sits off the Spanish Ballroom in Bethesda — listed by Google as “Ballroom Back Room (formerly Ballroom Annex).” It’s a secondary function space rather than the main dance hall, used for smaller community classes and intimate socials; specific floor surface and capacity are not published on the venue listing.
Event data shows a Saturday Brazilian‑zouk entry tied to this venue, but the promoter pages we found (District Zouk) currently advertise their Saturday socials at Bryant Street Market in NE Washington, DC. District Zouk’s socials typically run an open‑level class followed by a social and use card‑only ticketing; if you see their name on a Glen Echo date, confirm the event page and buy tickets from the promoter before you go — the advertised location may differ from the venue name in listings.
Vibe
small, community-focused back room
Music
Brazilian zouk (Saturday social listed)
When it fills
early-evening; class ~17:00, social until ~21:30 (per promoter listings)
Beginners
mixed; promoters often list an open-level class before social
Neighbourhood
Glen Echo Park, Bethesda, MD (Spanish Ballroom area)
Payment
Card-only for District Zouk events (no cash sales)
Floor
Back room adjacent to the Spanish Ballroom — smaller than main hall
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Frequently Asked Questions
What dance styles does Glen Echo Ballroom Back Room host?
Glen Echo Ballroom Back Room hosts zouk events. The music split is: Zouk (1 event). Brazilian zouk (Saturday social listed). Check the weekly schedule above for exact times.
When are dance events at Glen Echo Ballroom Back Room?
Glen Echo Ballroom Back Room has 1 weekly event on Saturday. The busiest night is Saturday. early-evening; class ~17:00, social until ~21:30 (per promoter listings). See the full schedule above for start times and styles.
Where is Glen Echo Ballroom Back Room located?
Glen Echo Ballroom Back Room is located at Spanish Ballroom, Bethesda, MD 20816, USA, Washington, D.C., USA. It's in Glen Echo Park, Bethesda, MD (Spanish Ballroom area). Use the map above for directions.
Do I need a dance partner to attend events at Glen Echo Ballroom Back Room?
No, you don't need a dance partner. Social dance events at Glen Echo Ballroom Back Room welcome solo dancers at all levels. You're welcome to ask anyone to dance — no partner needed.
Is Glen Echo Ballroom Back Room beginner-friendly?
mixed; promoters often list an open-level class before social.
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Spanish Ballroom, Bethesda, MD 20816, USA
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