Dancing in the South Bay worth going out for.

Downtown San Jose has gotten genuinely good, and Mountain View and Los Gatos are worth the drive from wherever you are.

I keep track of dancing in the South Bay and only keep the ones worth going to. Ask me what you're after.

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Top picks

The Ultimate Sports Bar

The Ultimate Sports Bar

Fri, Sep 11 · 10:00 AM

Downtown Historic District

Sports dome & afterparty

Friday Karaoke Night with DJ Purple

Friday Karaoke Night with DJ Purple

Fri, Sep 11 · 8:30 PM

San Carlos • $

Karaoke with DJ Purple

Live DJs on Friday and Saturday

Live DJs on Friday and Saturday Great Terrace

Fri, Sep 11 · 10:00 PM

Saint James Square Historic District • $$

Tiki cocktails & dancing

RIN

RIN One-time only

Tue, Oct 13 · 8:00 PM

SoFA • $$

German trap, intimate pit

Marshal Law Band Live

Marshal Law Band Live One-time only

Fri, Oct 30 · 9:00 PM

Belmont • $$

Rock & R&B dance party

Halloween with Dutch Uncle

Halloween with Dutch Uncle One-time only

Sat, Oct 31 · 9:00 PM

Belmont • $$

Classic rock halloween dance party

Number 1 Broadway

Number 1 Broadway

Los Gatos • $$

Dance club & live music

El Cielo Bar & Grill

El Cielo Bar & Grill

Alum Rock

Colombian comfort food & cocktails

Mimosas Of Willow Glen

Mimosas Of Willow Glen

Willow Glen • $$

Brunch, beats & boozy sips

Vibez Hookah Lounge

Vibez Hookah Lounge

Saint James Square Historic District

Hookah & late-night dancing

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Kaizen Lounge

Kaizen Lounge

Downtown Historic District

Asian-inspired nightlife escape

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Frequently asked questions

How are these dancing in the South Bay chosen?

I go through what's actually on nearby and keep only the ones worth the trip. Nobody pays to be on this list.

Is everything here still happening?

Yes. If it's on the list, it's still on — anything that's finished drops off by itself.

How do I find something that suits me?

Open the map and tell me what you're after — a good terrace, somewhere that works with kids, something on tonight. I'll answer and narrow it down with you.

Do I need an account?

No, everything here is browsable without one. An account is how I learn your taste, your people and your saves, so what I show you keeps getting closer to what you'd actually go to. You can also have ideas sent to you by email or message if you want them.

Is it free?

Yes, completely.

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