8:30 pm – 12:30 am
ATL BACHATuesdays @ Academy Ballroom
at Academy Ballroom Atlanta
Bachata ·5 USD ·Weekly
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Bachata in Atlanta runs eight weekly socials across five venues. Saturday is the busiest night with four parties, so it is the easiest day to find a floor. Tuesday through Friday each add one social, which lets you dance five days out of seven. Most events happen in Latin bars and dance studios, with a few in Buckhead and Midtown restaurants that clear space for dancing. Salsa shares the same scene, with nine events a week, so many nights mix both styles on one floor. You will hear modern bachata and sensual sets, along with some Dominican bachata. Coming alone is normal here, and locals rotate partners. Full schedule by weekday, maps, and venue details are below.
Last updated: July 29, 2026
8:30 pm – 12:30 am
at Academy Ballroom Atlanta
Bachata ·5 USD ·Weekly
9pm - 2.30 am, free Salsa/Bachata Lesson 9-10 pm
at Tongue & Groove
Bachata ·25 USD ·Weekly
Live band from 7:30 pm, dance lesson 8:30 pm, social dancing through the night
at Eclipse di Luna Buckhead (Miami Circle)
Bachata ·Free admission ·Weekly
8 PM - late, lessons from 8-10 PM
at Brimstone Restaurant & Tavern
Bachata ·$15 (lesson + party) ·Weekly
9:30 pm - 2 am (Every 2nd Saturday)
at Academy Ballroom Atlanta
Bachata ·free ·Monthly
DJ 11:30 pm - 2:00 am
at Eclipse di Luna Buckhead (Miami Circle)
Bachata ·Free admission ·1ST SAT
DJ 11:30 pm - 2:00 am
at Eclipse di Luna Buckhead (Miami Circle)
Bachata ·Free admission ·3RD SAT
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