Bloom Bachata: Halloween Social
BLOOM Halloween Bachata Party
Dance, dress up, and celebrate with us this Halloween!
Grab your costume (or come as you are) and join BLOOM for a festive evening of music, movement, and community. Whether you’ve been coming to Friday bachata for months or you’ve never tried a single step, this party is for you. We’ll start with a short beginner-friendly lesson, then turn up the music for social dancing, Halloween snacks, and plenty of time to connect.
What You’ll Experience
The evening begins with a short, beginner-friendly bachata lesson led by Natali, where you’ll learn the basic steps in a relaxed and supportive setting. From there, the floor opens up for social dancing so you can practise what you’ve learned, dance with others, or simply enjoy the music. Throughout the night, you can enjoy simple Halloween snacks, mingle with new and familiar faces, and celebrate the season together. Costumes are encouraged but completely optional.
Who It’s For
This party welcomes everyone: regular Friday bachata dancers, curious first-timers, and anyone looking for a fun social evening. It’s open to both long-term residents of Newfoundland and Labrador and people who have come to Canada through immigration. No dance experience is needed, and you don’t need a partner to join.
Event details:
Date: Friday, October 30, 2026
Time: 6:00–8:30 PM
Location: AUE Gym, 7 Ricketts Road, St. John’s, NL
Regular Friday bachata participants: Please note this party replaces the usual class format for this Friday only. Regular classes resume the following week.
What to Know or Bring
Wear comfortable clothes and shoes you can move in, or a costume that lets you dance freely. Bringing a water bottle is a good idea. Snacks will be provided.
What Is BLOOM?
BLOOM is Amal Unite & Empower’s free wellness program, offering nature activities, art, peer support, and social drop-ins that help people connect, recharge, and feel at home in our community. BLOOM brings together people from different backgrounds to learn, enjoy themselves, and build friendships that continue beyond a single event. BLOOM is open to newcomers and the broader community. Brought to you by Amal Unite & Empower, with generous support from IRCC, the North Pine Foundation, and JIG (Department of Jobs, Immigration & Growth)
How to Register
Registration is required to attend, and space is limited to 45 participants.
- Click “Register” on this page.
- Fill in your details and answer the registration questions.
- Watch for a confirmation email with event information.
Please register for this event even if you regularly attend Friday bachata, as this party has its own separate listing. If you can no longer attend, please cancel your registration so someone else can take your spot.
For questions, contact the AUE team at bloom@amalnl.ca.
🔔 Important: One-Time Participant Form (Required)
To help us continue offering free wellness activities to the community, we ask all participants to complete a short one-time information form.
This is a requirement from our funders and helps us keep Bloom running at no cost to you. The information is confidential and used only for reporting and planning.
👉 Please fill out the form before attending an activity:
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If the form isn’t completed in advance, you may not be able to participate—so thank you for taking a moment to support this important step.
Participant Expectations and Code of Conduct:
To help create a safe and welcoming space for everyone, we ask all participants to:
- Be respectful of others’ boundaries and comfort levels
- Ask for consent before taking photos or recordings
- Avoid personal or intrusive questions
- Respect privacy and shared experiences
- Follow guidance from facilitators and staff
We are committed to maintaining an inclusive and supportive environment. Bloom reserves the right to remove participants from a session if these guidelines are not followed.
By registering, participants agree to these guidelines.
Scent-Free Policy:
Some participants have strong allergies to perfumes, colognes, and other scented products. To ensure a safe and comfortable environment for everyone, we kindly request that all participants avoid wearing strong perfumes, colognes, or heavily scented lotions to class. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
📸 Photography & Video Notice:
Photos or videos may be taken during Bloom events to help promote our programming. By attending, you consent to this use. If you’d prefer not to be photographed, please let a staff member know when you arrive.