Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) announced the full schedule for Chicago SummerDance 2025, the city’s beloved social dancing series that brings movement, music and community to parks across all of Chicago. The free series returns from June 28 through Sept. 7. The series showcases a variety of dance styles — from Salsa and Steppin’ to Footwork and Country Two-Step — taught by Chicago’s top instructors and paired with live music from local bands and DJs. Neighborhood events also include family-friendly art, cultural activities, and performances. The season wraps up at Taste of Chicago in Grant Park (Sept. 5–7) with a high-energy lineup featuring Footwork, House, Hustle, Line Dancing, and the debut of Brazilian Forró with Samba One. Additional events will be presented through the Chicago Park District’s Night Out in the Parks, with programming in Humboldt Park, Riis Park, Harrison Park, Calumet Park, and Hamilton Park in partnership with local cultural organizations. Subject to change. Updates (including weather-related announcements) will be shared on Facebook, Instagram @DCASE and ChicagoSummerDance.org ASL interpretation will be offered at select locations and is subject to change. For more information, please visit www.nightoutintheparks.com.

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