What we’re about
What is our main purpose?
To provide dancers like us a fun place to meet, play, learn, and dance. Meet with people across NJ, NY, PA, and beyond for every kind of dancing - Swing, Ballroom, Tango, Latin. Unlike other dance meetups, our meetup leaders are just volunteers who dance for the pleasure of it!
Who should join us?
Dancers & aspiring dancers (Singles or Couples) who are interested in social dancing as a hobby. Beginners who are looking for avenues to learn and practice social dancing.
What are typical meetups like?
Take a dance lesson and then dance as little or as much as you please at the dance party.
Why should you join us?
To make new friends.
To engage in a fun hobby.
To learn a new dance.
To find a new dance partner.
To find a new party spot with old or new friends.
To exalt in and have fun dancing!
Upcoming events
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Pure Ballroom: Ludo Teaches Foxtrot
Suzanne Patterson Center, 45 Stockton St, Princeton, NJ, USLesson: Foxtrot (beginner/intermediate) 3:00 – 4:00 PM
Instructor: Ludo
Social Dance: 4:00 – 6:30 PM
Cost: $15 per adult / $10 per student (full time students only; must present ID)
You can pay with cash at the door or pay online:
https://buy.stripe.com/7sI3es3LH1CSdSU14e
Great way to pass a Sunday afternoon!
After the lesson, the DJ will play a beautiful mix of Smooth and International Ballroom, and international Latin and American Rhythm songs, with a few surprises.
***Light refreshments & snacks
***free parking
***no partner needed
***friendly atmosphere
***great dance floor
Dress to impress – not formal, but no jeans. Think Sunday tea dance.
If you are having issues finding parking at Suzanne Patterson, this map should help:
*Princeton Parking Map_02-13-24
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Are you interested in volunteering at this event?
Volunteer for 45 minutes and get in for free, take the lesson for free, and party for free.
To sign up, contact us at the email below:
volunteerscjds@gmail.com3 attendees
2026 New Year's Eve Celebration
Suzanne Patterson Center, 45 Stockton St, Princeton, NJ, USNow Taking Reservations!!!
Join us on Wednesday, December 31st, from 8:00pm-12:30am for Central Jersey Dance Society’s legendary New Year’s Eve Dinner Dance at the Suzanne Patterson Center! Stay local—save on gas, tolls, and parking. No need to travel all the way to New York City!
Only $40 in advance; $50 at the door (if space permits)
Advance Payment:
https://buy.stripe.com/7sYbJ1dkgde11Jf4ib2oE0y
Come and dance to East Coast Swing, Waltz, Hustle, Salsa, Bachata, Foxtrot, Cha Cha, Argentine Tango, Ballroom Tango, West Coast Swing, Samba, and many more!
We will have a full buffet throughout the evening that will include catered Italian, Mexican, and Asian main courses plus ample side dishes, desserts and beverages and coffee!
We will also have a midnight countdown clock and show the Time Square ball drop on our large projector screen.
Sparkling cider toast provided at midnight
Singles and couples welcomed
Bring your friends, family, colleagues, and neighbors—invite everyone you know! More than 150 attendees join us every year, so you know we are doing something right. Don’t miss out on this fantastic evening of fun and dancing!
As always, free parking. If you have any issues with parking, this map should help.
https://www.princetonnj.gov/.../Downtown-Parking-Map-PDF
Location: Susanne Patterson Center located at 45 Stockton Street/1 Monument Drive (for GPS) in Princeton, NJ 08540.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/ihgaGYykk5d9JuEd8
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Are you interested in volunteering at this event?
Volunteer for 60 minutes and get in for free. To sign up, contact us at the email below:
volunteerscjds@gmail.com
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For Inquiries, please Do NOT call Suzanne Patterson Center or CMAP (Center for Modern Aging).
If you have questions, email CJDS.jz@gmail.com
Looking forward to seeing you on the dance floor!! Your feet and wallet will thank you!!7 attendees
Past events
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