Chocolate Groove - OUTDOOR SEASON OPENER Ecstatic Dance Party

🌞 Chocolate Groove Outdoor Season Kick-Off is finally here! 🌿

TICKETS HERE

Summer has arrived—and we hope you're as excited as we are!
For the last 5 years we have brought the Groove outside so we can dance on the earth under the sun & stars.

Join us for the first outdoor celebration of the season as Chocolate Groove returns to nature for another chapter of movement, music, and magic.

From July to September, we take it outside—and this Wednesday marks the launch of our summer series.

This is a judgment-free, alcohol-free space to fully express, connect, and elevate—with your body, your breath, and your community. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or stepping in for the first time, CHOCOLATE GROOVE is your playground, your prayer, your release.

Expect heart-opening cacao, deep beats, sunset grooves, and late-night sound healing, all beneath the open sky.

>>> LOCATION - WATERFRONT LOCATION TBA TO ATTENDEES VIA EMAIL

>>> Schedule - 6:00 - 1:00am

6:00 - Arrival
6:30 - Warm up with Ryan Generaux
7:30 - Cacao Ceremony
8:00 - Auraborus
9:15 - Cacaoboy
10:30 - DJEZII
11:45 - Soundbath with Peter Arcari

>>> ENERGY Exchange -
Suggested Donation - $20 - $40
Location will be sent to all registered attendees

*Your donations are essential to keep these events going. These donations help pay our artists & cover the costs associated with these outdoor offerings. Donations can be made to Michael Egan (wearing a bright vest) at the Cacao Table).

### 💫 PLEASE NOTE 💫

🌿 Bring a Cup - Please bring your own cup for the cacao ceremony — this helps us reduce waste and honor the Earth.

🙏 By Donation - This event runs on your generous contributions. Your support keeps the Groove alive and helps us continue creating these magical spaces together.

♻️ Leave No Trace - Let’s respect the land. Pack out what you pack in and leave the park cleaner than you found it. This is part of how we give back to the Earth.

### 🌞 Helpful Tips for Outdoor Grooving:

🌤️ Dress for the Weather - Rain or shine, we dance! Check the forecast and come prepared — bring layers, sun protection, or a light rain shell if needed.

🧺 What to Bring - Water bottle, blanket or yoga mat, sunscreen, insect repellent, cozy layers for after the dance, and anything else to help you feel grounded and comfy.

🦶 Footwear - Many love to dance barefoot, but it’s a good idea to bring shoes for walking to and from the dance area, especially if terrain is uneven.

🚫 "California sober" - Alcohol-Free eventWe co-create a sober space of presence and connection. Please do not bring alcohol or illegal substances — let’s keep our vibe clear and intentional.

📵 Presence Over Phones - Let’s be here now. We do appreciate you taking videos and sharing it to your socials. It plays a huge roll in spreading our movement to your communities. But, If you need to use your phone, please step away from the dance floor to preserve the shared energy on the dance floor.

🚽 Facilities - There are public washrooms nearby but they do close around 9or 10 pm, so please plan accordingly. There are lots of bushes and trees around ;)

📍 Location & Arrival - Location will be send to all attendees 24 hours before the event starts. Be sure to arrive early to settle in, ground, and be part of the opening circle. Make sure you know how to find us.

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### What is Chocolate Groove?

For the past seven years, Chocolate Groove has been hosting conscious, intentional celebrations—creating a safe, inclusive space for gathering, drinking cacao, dancing, and deep connection.

As a staple "Sober Celebration" event in Toronto, we bring a wellness-focused, retreat-style experience to the nightlife scene. Since our first alcohol-free dance gathering in 2018, we have continued to evolve—holding space for both Ecstatic Dance and meaningful social connection.

At our core, we are more than just a dance party—we are a community. A space for authentic connection, expression, and celebration where everyone is welcome.

### ..:: CODE OF CONDUCT AGREEMENT ::..

Please respect, honor & love:❤️ Yourself💫 The Space🌎 Each Other

🌿 This is an alcohol-free space🌈 We are co-creating a safe, inclusive, family-friendly, non-judgmental, and shame-free space for radical community expression & care.

We are all active participants in fostering this environment. If you or someone else is struggling to uphold these values, please connect with us—we are here to support each other as a community.

💛 With love, Your Chocolate Groove Team