Ecstatic Dance Oakland: Featuring Heather Christie & Vir McCoy
Schedule
Sun Aug 17 2025 at 10:00 am to 01:00 pm
UTC-07:00Location
Sweets Ballroom | Oakland, CA
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Ecstatic Dance Oakland is back under new stewardship at Sweets Ballroom:Sunday morning schedule:
9:45am - Doors Open
10am - Contact Improv w/ João Paulo & Yoga w/ David Schlussel
10:45am - Opening Circle
11am - Ecstatic Dance w/ Heather Christie & Vir McCoy
1pm - Sound Healing
Sweets Ballroom
1933 Broadway, Oakland, CA
BART: 19th St. BART
Parking:
Free street parking on Sundays or paid parking @ Oakland City Center Garage 525 14th St, Oakland, CA 94612
Tickets:
Available at the door with Cash / Venmo
$25 Drop-In
$20 Passes sold in 5 packs
Volunteer Opportunity: Please email us at [email protected]
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About Heather Christie & Vir McCoy:
Heather Christie is a multi-talented artist—a DJ, producer, vocalist, songwriter, mentor, music label founder, and mother—dedicated to ushering in a new wave of feminine musical creation. Her journey as a trailblazer in both motherhood and music has gone viral, earning features in multiple publications.
Joining her is Vir McCoy, a dynamic multi-instrumentalist known for his mastery of guitar, Irish tenor banjo, djeli ngoni (Mali), and the Turkish cümbüş. As the founder of the iconic worldbeat band Hamsa Lila, Vir has performed alongside legends like the Mickey Hart Band and Dirtwire.
Together, Heather and Vir are a powerhouse duo—songwriters, co-producers, and innovators—currently completing their second full-length album. Their music resonates across Ecstatic Dance floors, festival stages, and even in commercials, carried by the winds of inspiration.
Their live set is an immersive experience, blending hypnotic rhythms with organic instrumentation for a journey that shakes the dance floor and uplifts the spirit. Expect deep grooves, high vibes, and a connection to something greater.
https://www.heatherchristie.love/home
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Where is it happening?
Sweets Ballroom, 1933 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94612-2205, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
