Dance at The Bay: Salsa & Sunsets

Learn a few Latin dance moves and then put them to practice at a Latino-inspired dance party while the sun sets over Sarasota Bay! Come as you are and bring your family, friends, a date, or just yourself to dance the night away.

The evening begins with a free Latin dance lesson from a talented Fred Astaire Dance Studios instructor and then practice your dance moves at a Latino-inspired dance party hosted by DJ Benny!

Don’t let the name fool you! A range of Latin dance styles will be featured.

Suitable for beginners and advanced dancers, singles and couples, alike.

Come thirsty! The Nest Café will be serving refreshing Margaritas, beer and more!.

Come early for Wine Down Wednesdays at The Nest Café and enjoy $2 off alcoholic beverages beginning at 5pm.

About The Bay Second Anniversary Community Celebration

This is one of nearly 70 FREE and exciting events at The Bay during the park’s month-long Second Anniversary Celebration.

• Click here to explore the full Schedule of Events being offered throughout October.
• Click here to see other upcoming Dance at The Bay events.

Two Terrific Years at The Bay… 2X Your Impact!

It takes a little support from many to keep the park looking like new and offering FREE high quality events for everyone to enjoy. Please consider becoming a Friend of The Bay (or renewing your Friendship) today as every dollar of your gift* this year will be matched dollar-for-dollar by Gulf Coast Community Foundation – DOUBLING the impact of your gift to the park. Click here to become a Friend of The Bay.

*Up to a total of $2 million

Know Before You Go

• Free parking is located along Blvd of the Arts and Van Wezel Way (excluding Oct 18-20), in front of the Van Wezel and the Blue Pagoda Welcome Center (655 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236). Please avoid parking in designated Sarasota Orchestra parking areas.
• For outdoor concerts and movies, please bring a chair or blanket to ensure you have a comfortable seat.
• All pets must be non-aggressive and on a leash at all times. Owners are expected to pick up after their pets.
• Location changes or event cancellations will be posted on The Bay Website, Facebook, and Eventbrite up to one hour before start time, as the weather changes quickly.

Please report any risky or unsafe behavior to the Sarasota Non-Emergency Police 24 hours a day (941) 316-1199.