Century Ballroom

Love their ballroom dancing social on Sunday afternoon! The class at the beginning is easy to follow and really helps introduce the basics, and some of those older gentlemen are the absolute best walzers you will meet in your life.

The Oddfellows Building at 915 E Pine Street has been a Capitol Hill landmark since 1908. Originally built for the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, the building’s upper floors served as lodge halls, while later decades saw it host a rotating cast of arts organizations, including Freehold Theatre, Velocity Dance Center, Reel Grrls, and Annex Theatre. In 1997, Hallie Kuperman opened Century Ballroom on the second floor. The space became central to Seattle’s social dance scene, offering classes and events in salsa, swing, tango, and more. It housed two main ballrooms: the larger North Hall, with wide, unsprung wood floors and large windows facing Cal Anderson Park; and the more intimate but still spacious West Hall, with high ceilings and a quiet grandeur. In 2009, Kuperman opened The Tin Table restaurant across the hall, which remains known for its extensive cocktail menu and relaxed, upscale atmosphere. Century Ballroom closed in March 2025. In April, Reverie Ballroom opened in the same space under new leadership, continuing the dance tradition while expanding into other movement arts. The ground floor includes Oddfellows Café & Bar, Molly Moon’s Ice Cream, and other shops. The area is lively at night, especially during events. Parking is limited—expect $25–30 in nearby lots or try for street parking. Walking alone is generally safe, though some may prefer company. Post-pandemic, Capitol Hill has regained its vibrancy, with abundant bars and late-night food. Nearby hotels are limited; more options exist near Lake Union, Belltown, or the University District.

I've been coming to this gorgeous historic ballroom for over 2 decades. It feels like my dance home. Such amazing memories, friendships and of course, dances, here. Century Ballroom is a MUST SEE if you are a dancer living in or visiting Seattle. <3

The bar is quite comfortable, serves drinks and good food which is great to wait for the ballroom to open. The salsa classes are ok, you rotate partners so be warned. You would only get a taste of salsa to the classes so think of them as a way to socialize. After the class you can stay and dance past midnight. Definetly a peculiar gathering as you will find expert dancers as well as guys just looking to impress

This venue offers an excellent atmosphere for enjoying and dancing to Latin music. However, the DJ tends to focus on classic salsa, and there is a dedicated space for bachata. The crowd is mostly mature, with a mix of sugar daddies, cougars, and the local community from Seattle.

Very friendly instructors, spacious practice hall, bright and pleasant. Ideally bring a friend or a partner, solo dancers may not necessarily get paired up. The new year eve dinner and party are awesome!

Just finished Bachata I with Alison and Jonathan - WOW!! Having two left feet turned out not to be any impediment to having a really great time! They are the BEST. 😘💃🕺🍾

I *LOVE* this place! A temple for social dance. This is one of my favorite ways to see community, mingling, sharing connecting.... And I always feel welcomed. I have done both classes and socials here at the ballroom. One of my favorite parts is that almost every social has a lesson to go along with it. So if you don't quite know the dance, or if you're going out and someone in your group doesn't know all the steps, its totally fine, just show up early and you'll be dancing in no time. Keep your eyes on the calendar for fun upcoming events such as live bands, cabaret shows, specialty dances, and fun events! They have a punch card system for folks who come all the time, and all level one dancers get in for free to their respective socials so that you can practice! I've been dancing for 5 years now and this is where I feel most at home dancing