RECLAIM - daytime dance party for both BIPOC and Queer folks
Schedule
Sun Oct 20 2024 at 11:00 am to 02:30 pm
Location
InterPlay / Body Wisdom Inc. | Oakland, CA
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RECLAIM: Dance. Connect. Belong
Get ready to move. This is your space—our space. We, who are bipoc, queer, or both*, gather together to dance, sweat-soaked, luxuriating in unapologetic vibes. In community, we reclaim our joy, strength, and vitality through the power of collective movement and heartfelt connections.
RECLAIM is where we commune, celebrating our bodies, stories, sorrows, and delights. So bring your full self. Serve looks, serve vibes, and let's create something powerful together. From the dance floor to workshops and discussions, RECLAIM is about connecting deeper and celebrating ourselves and each other loudly.
RECLAIM is a daytime dance party that is for us and by us. Join us! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/reclaim-daytime-dance-party-for-both-bipoc-and-queer-folks-tickets-1014062416987
Find us
? Sunday, October 20th
⏰ 11AM - 2:30PM
? 12:30PM No more entry. Doors are closed.
? InterPlay, 2273 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA 94612 (entrance is on 23rd St)
Flow
? 11:00 AM - Arrive.
Intentional warm up and vibe setting.
? 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM - Dance.
Time to get down with DJ Skycat. We won’t be talking on the dance floor, just grooving together.
? 12:30 PM - Doors close. No entry after this point.
? 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM - Get real.
Guided conversations about what’s happening in the world, our communities, and our hearts.
Prepare to be both vulnerable and resilient.
? 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM - Socialize.
Open conversation and departure.
Please Note: While the event is normally electronics free, we will be taking promo content at our inaugural event, but not going forward
About Our Container
Sober—so bring your energy, curiosity, and love of dance & community
Chat free dance floor—so we can move with intention
Shoe free—soft dance shoes are okay if needed
Electronics free—so we can see each other fully
Accessibility
The venue is ADA accessible, with seating available in the dance room and a quiet space for sensory breaks. The event will feature amplified sound and natural light. If you enjoy scented products, we ask that you use them minimally. If you need assistance or have specific accessibility needs, please contact us at [email protected].
Parking
Be mindful of parking on the streets–it’s Oakland, so you know to not leave valuables in your car. There is also a parking garage that’s a 10 minute walk at Franklin Plaza Garage, 419 19th Street, Oakland.
Our Vision
RECLAIM visions a world where BIPOC and Queer people are moving towards liberation together. We center the Black, the Brown, and Queer because now, more than ever, we need fresh visions to create a thriving world for all—regardless of who we love, how we identify, or the melanin in our skin.
Our mission is to unite BIPOC and Queer dancers through communal movement, self-expression, and meaningful exchange. By dancing together, we empower ourselves to build deeper connections, find courage, and co-create a more just and compassionate world.
RECLAIM stands in solidarity with Black, Brown, Queer, Indigenous, Palestinian, Congolese, Sudanese and all people resisting oppressive systems.
*Identity
RECLAIM is about creating a vibrant space where bipoc and queer folks can come together, connect, and vibe as one community. Our goal? To build bridges and unite, so we can dance our way into the future we’ve been dreaming of.
We’re calling all BIPOC folks—whether you’re Black, Indigenous, or a Person of Color—to join us on the dance floor. And we’re calling all QUEER folks—gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, questioning, gender-nonconforming, or however you proudly define your queerness.
To be clear: if you’re white and queer, come on down! If you’re brown and straight, we want you too! The only thing we ask is that you bring your best self and be ready to groove.
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Where is it happening?
InterPlay / Body Wisdom Inc., 2273 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA 94612-2330, United States,Oakland, CaliforniaEvent Location & Nearby Stays: