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Bachata & Salsa at Moods Zurich, Zurich
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Schiffbauplatz, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
Get DirectionsAbout Moods Zurich
Moods is Zurich’s long-running jazz and live-music club in the former Schiffbau factory that turns into a late-night party spot on weekends. The programme is concert-first, shows commonly start around 20:30 in a seated main room, but the bar/club area stays open late, with Friday–Saturday closing hours listed as 04:00. The main entrance is on Schiffbauplatz and the site notes parking under Hardbrücke and in the Pfingstweid/Hardstrasse garage.
This is not a dedicated salsa venue: the calendar is heavy on jazz, world and band nights and only occasionally lists DJ-led dance parties (some of which include Latin sets). Sound quality and sightlines get consistent praise from reviewers, but expect ticketed entry on concert nights and a seated-to-standing shift only if the evening becomes a party. Doors typically open ~19:30; check the online programme before you go if you need a straight social-dance night rather than a gig-first evening.
Vibe
jazz-club turned late-night party
Music
jazz & world music; occasional DJ dance nights (check calendar)
When it fills
Doors ~19:30; concerts 20:30; club peak Fri–Sat 23:30–03:30
Live music
Live concerts most nights; DJs for late parties
Neighbourhood
Schiffbauplatz (Kreis 5), near Hardbrücke / Zurich West
Getting there
Parking under Hardbrücke and Pfingstweid/Hardstrasse; reachable by tram/S‑Bahn
Floor
Seated main room for concerts that converts to standing/club layout for party nights
Crowd
Ticketed concerts draw seated audiences; late parties attract a standing crowd
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Frequently Asked Questions
What dance styles does Moods Zurich host?
Moods Zurich hosts bachata, salsa events. The music split is: Bachata (1 event), Salsa (1 event). jazz & world music; occasional DJ dance nights (check calendar). Check the weekly schedule above for exact times.
When are dance events at Moods Zurich?
Moods Zurich has 2 weekly events on Wednesday, Friday. Doors ~19:30; concerts 20:30; club peak Fri–Sat 23:30–03:30. See the full schedule above for start times and styles.
Where is Moods Zurich located?
Moods Zurich is located at Schiffbauplatz, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland, Zurich, Switzerland. It's in Schiffbauplatz (Kreis 5), near Hardbrücke / Zurich West. Parking under Hardbrücke and Pfingstweid/Hardstrasse; reachable by tram/S‑Bahn. Use the map above for directions.
Do I need a dance partner to attend events at Moods Zurich?
No, you don't need a dance partner. Social dance events at Moods Zurich welcome solo dancers at all levels. You're welcome to ask anyone to dance; no partner needed.
Is there live music at Moods Zurich?
Live concerts most nights; DJs for late parties.
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