Performing Arts
Dance Classes for Kids in Traverse City
Dance classes for kids in Traverse City span everything from creative movement for toddlers to competition-level ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, and contemporary at studios across the region. Most TC studios open registration for the upcoming season in late summer, so spring is the time to scout, watch a class, and meet the instructors.
If you're considering dance for a wiggly toddler vs. a focused 7-year-old, the experience is very different — so ask studios about their teaching philosophy for the age range you care about.
Browse upcoming dance classes, recitals, and open-house events below. For toddlers just getting started, our music & movement page lists the gentler intro classes.
Upcoming sessions
Once Upon a Mattress — Young Company
Fri, Jun 5 · 7:30pm Old Town Playhouse MainStage, Traverse CityCivic Prelude Summer Pops String Orchestra (TC Phil)
Tue, Jun 16 · 5:45pm Traverse City Philharmonic Center, 1724 S Garfield AveCivic Sinfonia Summer Pops String Orchestra (TC Phil)
Tue, Jun 16 · 7:00pm Traverse City Philharmonic Center, 1724 S Garfield Ave- Free
Fun Fridays at Mineral Springs Park
Fri, Jun 19 · 10:30am Mineral Springs Park, Frankfort Parent and Baby Music Class (TC Philharmonic)
Sat, Jun 20 · 10:30am Traverse City Philharmonic Center, 1724 S Garfield AveArnold's Amusements Midway
Sat, Jul 4 · 11:00am Corner of Grandview Parkway at Union StreetCivic Cello Club (TC Philharmonic)
Tue, Jul 7 · 5:45pm Traverse City Philharmonic Center, 1724 S Garfield Ave- Free
Foam Party in our back yard – bring your towel!
Thu, Jul 23 · 11:00am Glen Lake Library 10115 W. Front Street Empire, MI 49630 - Free
Dinosaur Story Time
Fri, Jul 24 · 10:00am Kalkaska County Library - Free
Summer Children's Program: Miriam Pico
Sat, Jul 25 · 10:30am Leland Township Public Library, 203 E Cedar St, Leland - Free
Summer Children's Program: Beverly the Music Lady
Sat, Aug 1 · 10:30am Leland Township Public Library, 203 E Cedar St, Leland
Related guides
We update this directory regularly as new classes and events are announced.