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Friday Night Salsa returns to the Pike District this fall

Friday Night Salsa returns to the Pike District Pop-Up Park this fall.

Every Friday from September through October join the community from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. for an evening of music, dancing and fun under the stars.

All Out Danza leads the evening with beginner-friendly salsa lessons, and they say is welcoming for newcomers to learn moves and get comfortable on the dance floor.

After the lesson, the park becomes a lively outdoor dance floor where attendees can put their new steps to work and enjoy community dancing.

Friday Night Salsa is free to attend.

The Pike District Pop-Up Park is located at Grand Park Avenue and Banneker Avenue in North Bethesda.

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