Ask Me To Dance | 30s, 40s, 50s | Durham

Schedule

Wed, 08 Apr, 2026 at 11:00 pm to Thu, 09 Apr, 2026 at 02:00 am

UTC-05:00

Location

The Velvet Hippo Bar & Lounge | Durham, NC

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Salsa Class & Singles Social
Put your phone down.
Look up.
Ask someone to dance.
Join us at The Velvet Hippo for Ask Me to Dance — a salsa class and singles social designed to make meeting people feel natural again.
We’ll start the night with a beginner-friendly salsa lesson (no experience needed). You’ll rotate partners throughout the class so you meet everyone organically — no awkward introductions, no forced icebreakers. Just music, movement, and a reason to laugh.
Then the DJ takes over.
The lights dim.
The cocktails start flowing.
And the dance floor opens.
🎧 A live DJ will keep the energy high with salsa, Latin hits, and feel-good dance tracks.
🍸 Stay for the social.
💃 Practice what you learned.
🕺 See who catches your eye.
The Second Song Rule
Here’s how it works: 
During the social, if you really enjoyed dancing with someone, you can ask them for a second song.
That’s it.
A second song simply means:
“I’d like to dance with you again.”
No public rejections.
No pressure.
Just confidence.
If they say yes — you’ve got your answer.
If not — smile and keep dancing.Come for the lesson.
Stay for the DJ.
Leave with someone who asked you to dance.

✨ Ticket Info below!
There are only 40 spots available for the Salsa Class + Social.
Once they’re gone, they’re gone.
Ticket Options:
Salsa Class + Social 🎟️ (Limited to 30)
Includes the beginner-friendly salsa class and full access to the DJ social afterward.
Guests must arrive before 7:30PM for guaranteed entry.
Social-Only 🎟️
Join us for the DJ and singles social after the class.
Guests must arrive before 7:30PM for guaranteed entry.
At The Door 🎫
Available after 7:30PM if capacity allows.
Guests must arrive before 8:30PM and entry is subject to venue capacity.
You’re also welcome to arrive early just to grab a drink and mingle — no one is required to dance. Come for the vibes, stay for the energy.

⏰ PLEASE AIM TO ARRIVE FOR 7.30PM!
🪪 PHYSICAL I.D. REQUIRED. NO REFUNDS. 21+
🥰 Many attendees (40%) come by themselves, so even if you’re the only single in your friendship group, don’t hesitate to join us solo. You’ll find yourself in great company.
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