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Dance Proudly

Free Admission with $10 Suggested Donation

Date & Time

Jul 17 2026 (Friday)

9:00 PM - 11:30 PM

Location

The 418 Project

In the: Large Theater

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About This Event

Dance Proudly $10 Advanced/ $15 at the door We’re excited to launch Dance Proudly, a new monthly dance event at The 418 Project celebrating movement, music, self-expression, and community. Whether you come to dance all night, connect with community, or simply be in the space, Dance Proudly is designed to be welcoming, expressive, and open to all. Meet the DJ: Electric Tomcat For Electric Tomcat, music isn’t just a passion—it’s an irreplaceable way of life. Driven to participate in sound at every level, they have been shaping dance floors and curating nightlife experiences across California since 2009. From late-night clubs to sun-drenched festival stages, Electric Tomcat has spun every flavor of EDM, bringing a seasoned ear and a deep respect for the dance community to every set. "My ultimate hope is to leave a lasting, positive impact on the audience emotionally and physically." The Sonic Journey Electric Tomcat doesn’t just play tracks; they weave progressive and emotional stories through sound. Refusing to be boxed into a single genre, they fluidly mix styles to craft a specific narrative arc. Because they care deeply about the unique vibe of every event, Electric Tomcat masterfully mirrors the room's current mood and intentionally guides the crowd's energy as it progresses through the evening. Prepare for a shared, transformative experience where the music hits your heart just as hard as it moves your feet. Come dance with us. The 418 Project complies with local health regulations.

Featured Artists & Lineup

1 Artist

DJ Electric Tomcat

Headliner
Resident DJ weaving emotional, uplifting house and dance music.

Event Schedule

Times and locations across the venue

9:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Doors Open & Opening Beats

Oasis Lobby open with elixirs; dance floor lights up.

10:00 PM – 12:00 AM

DJ Electric Tomcat Main Set

Full-throttle progressive house and club grooves.

Visiting The 418 Project: What to Expect

House guidelines to ensure a welcoming, inclusive space for everyone

We are committed to a safe, welcoming environment where everyone is treated with cultural and personal respect across all backgrounds and identities. We hold the highest standards for consent—in movement, touch, and conversation. Always check in first, honor boundaries, and ensure that consent is clear, voluntary, and ongoing.
As a community-run non-profit collective with a small staff, we cannot clean everything after every event. Please help us care for the space by picking up after yourself, placing recycling and compost in the bins provided, and treating every room with kindness so it remains welcoming for the next gathering.
We have a filtered water bottle refill station on-site, so feel free to bring a refillable bottle. All restrooms are all-gender, ADA-accessible, and located conveniently on the ground floor.
To ensure everyone can breathe and move comfortably—especially community members with chemical sensitivities and asthma—The 418 Project is a low-fragrance space. Please refrain from applying perfumes, scented colognes, or strongly scented lotions before attending.
As an artist-driven non-profit collective, we believe movement and art should be accessible to all regardless of financial circumstances. Many events feature sliding scale tickets, and we offer work-trade opportunities for community members who wish to volunteer in exchange for admission.

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Venue & Accessibility

The 418 Project is located in downtown Santa Cruz. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming space for all dancers, artists, and community members.

Address: 155 S. River St., Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Accessibility: Ground floor entrances & all-gender accessible restrooms
Parking: On-street parking & nearby River Street public garage

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