Dance Halls in Texas (TX) Hill Country - Topic Profile By Cofran's Texas Hill Country Portal

DANCE HALLS

The Hill Country has a number of dance halls, and some of they very famous.

Here is our guide to Texas Hill Country Dance Halls, including Luckenbach. This list includes only those halls currently open to the public or planned to be open to the public, and which serve the public to some degree for dancing, vent rental or open to the public to view. There are many other former dance halls that have been converted to private use (vacant, storage, residences, bar, retail space, etc.) that are not listed here.

And, we are focusing here on true dance halls, not little honky-tonks with postage-size dance floors. For little "honkys" and entertainment of all kinds, see Entertainment

Be sure to check out the detailed profile page in this Portal site for each town to see their event calendar and more detail on fun things to do in the area. Just click on the city name above the dance hall listing.

Best to check their web site or call them to get the latest details.

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(Note, unless otherwise stated, the anecdotal comments quoted below are from the Governor's Texas Music web site.)

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ALBERT

ALBERT TEXAS DANCE HALL: 830-644-2042. Located at 5435 S. RR 1623, Stonewall (Gillespie County), TX 78671 (postal address, but it is really in Albert TX). This is an historic building (built in 1922) that is in disrepair and not open to the public. However, the new Albert owners reportedly will renovate and open the dance hall to its former glory. Stay tuned. See more at: www.alberttexas.com.

AHNALT

ANHALT HALL: 830-438-2873; 2390 Anhalt Road, Anhalt/Spring Branch, TX 78070-3364. www.anhalthall.com. While listed in Spring Branch, it is located in historic Anhalt, in Comal County, N of San Antonio, 4.5 mi W of Hwy 281, just off TX 46 at 1863 intersection. Established in 1875, one of the oldest farmers' cooperative society in Texas, the Germania Farmer Verein, has met here since 1875. Mayfest: 3rd Sunday in May; Summerfest: last Saturday in July, Octoberfest: 3rd Sunday in October. Well-known local performers inlcude Chris Wall and Gary P. Nunn. Newly renovated 6,000 SF hardwood dance floor.

BANDERA

BANDERA DANCE CLUB AT FARM COUNTRY CLUB: Music by The Almost Patsy Cline Band. Free dance lessons before each dance. Smoke-free. BYOB with ices & setups available. Fee: $15 or Membership option. 210-844-8549. Dance schedule at www.almostpatsyclineband.com

CABARET CAFE & DANCE HALL: 830-796-8166; 801 Main St., Bandera (Bandera County), TX. Built in 1936. Public dances. Famous artists have been here: Bob Wills, Hank Thompson, Ray Price Jim Reeves and Willie Nelson. Located on Main Street in the "Cowboy Capital of Texas". "The Original Bandit," Larry Nolen, has played the Cabaret Dance Hall for many years. [We understand this dance hall is closed. Portal Editor].

(ARKEY BLUE'S) SILVER DOLLAR SALOON: 830-796-8826; 308 Main St., Bandera (Bandera County), TX 78003. Established in 1930's. Public dances. Located in the "The Cowboy Capital of Texas". "Ernest Tubb once brought his Texas Troubadours to Arkey's for some great country music. Entertainer/singer/songwriter Arkey Blue has performed here since 1968, and friend Tommy Alverson's "Buy Me a Bar" pokes fun at Arkey's lifestyle. Willie Nelson and Caesare Masse have often visited, as do locals Bruce and Charlie Robison." Open: Daily (music Wed, Fri, Sat & Sun).

BULVERDE

SPECHT'S STORE: Bulverde, TX

TEXAS DANCE HALL: Bulverde, TX

CHERRY SPRINGS

CHERRY SPRINGS DANCE HALL: 17662 N, Hwy 87, Cherry Springs, TX 78624. 16 miles NW of Fredericksburg in Gillespie County. Circa 1889, German heritage dance hall. From Wikipedia: "The dance hall was established along the old Pinta Trail in 1889 as a stop for cattle drives. It was originally run by Herman Lehmann, son of German immigrants, Apache captive and adopted son of Comanche chief Quanah Parker. Cited by the State of Texas Music Office as "one of the most historic dance halls in the world," the venue has played host to some of the greatest legends of country music. Hank Williams once played here, as did Patsy Cline, Buck Owens, Webb Pierce, Ernest Tubb, George Jones, and many others. It was here on October 9, 1955, that the Louisiana Hayride Tour played, with Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash and others, on the cusp of international fame for the performers. Geronimo Trevino III in his book Dance Halls and Last Calls - A History of Texas Country Music Dance Halls in Texas, 1800s-Present day likens the talent who have played there to "The history of country music." "

Lots of stars have performed here: Lefty Frizzell, Ernest Tubb, Buck Owens, Hank Williams, Ray Price, Faron Young, Asleep at the Wheel, Patsy Cline, George Jones, Adolph Hofner with Caesare Masse, Nat King Cole and, in 1956, even a young Elvis Presley (see link). "Ernest, one of the four creators of Honky Tonk Music (with Ted Daffan, Floyd Tillman & Al Dexter), often played at Cherry Springs due to its historical and lively atmosphere. Located on the old Pinta Trail, the Hall was originally opened as a stop for cattle drives with old adobe bunk houses in the rear. Herman Lehmann, adopted son of Comanche Chief Quanah Parker, ran the Hall for several years "`til he drank too much beer, got too fat.." Owner Don Owen.

FISCHER

(THE) FISCHER DANCE HALL: 210-935-4800; Fischer Store Rd., Fischer (Comal County), TX. Just off RR 32 and FM 484, NW of Canyon Lake. "Still operated by descendants of the original family who built it (circa 1895). The town continues German pioneer pastimes with a handset nine-pin bowling alley. Several scenes from Willie Nelson's movie "Honeysuckle Rose" were filmed on location here. The interior of the Hall is an architectural wonder with beautiful old hand hewn beams and rafters. Adolph Hofner has played here many times and Ponty Bone has played several weddings." Event rentals.

FREDERICKSBURG

TURNER HALLE: 830-997-2204; 103 West Travis Street, Fredericksburg, TX. Now a social club but open for private functions, German heritage. Established: 1871. "This club (verein) functions more often as a community center than as a Dance Hall, in contrast to Pat's Hall, which was on the other side of Fredericksburg. Over the past 125 years weddings, receptions and reunions have often been held here. Some, in recent times, have been played by up-and-coming Texas Hill Country bands." From the Governor's Texas Music web site: "Turner Hall, operated by the Fredericksburg Social Turn Verein, . . is rented for functions. We are not a nightclub. Built in 1886 on the corner of Summit Street and Upton Avenue (presently U.S. Hwy. 90), Turner Hall, constructed by Henry Bohlman, was the primary community center. Through the years the hall was the site for theatrical performances, musical concerts, social events, and seasonal celebrations."

PAT'S HALL: 406 Poast Road, Fredricksburg, TX. Established: 1928. "Only a Steven Fromholz song can come close to the complexity of the history of this famous Dance Hall and its various owners. Since 1928 when it was known as Seipp's Hall and the local clergy preached to Hall patrons that it was "the house of the Devil," this famous Texas landmark has had a major impact on the local social structure with several generations of patrons having their Senior Proms here and courting their future mates. Tragedy also plays a chapter with a deadly fire in 1947 during a fight, and the shooting of a 63 year old man by his older brother."

GRAPETOWN

GRAPETOWN DANCE HALL: Grapetown, TX. Established: 1887. Texas Germanic Heritage, Germania Farmer Verein, "Dass Ist Alles" Festival: Memorial Day. "The German immigrants made their living as freighters, early "truckers" who hauled goods to the Gulf Coast. The community was on the Fredricksburg to San Antonio wagon road. This community center started as a "shootin' and singin' club" and has maintained its German heritage. In 1913 a 920' railroad tunnel was dug which today is a natural preserve for millions of bats that blacken the sky at sunset." See Bats

GRUENE

GRUENE HALL: 830-606-1281; at 1281 Gruene Rd., fm 306, downtown Gruene (New Branufels). www.gruenehall.com. See Southern Living article at Dance. Built in 1878, this is a huge attraction in modern times. Texas Gernan Heritage, 75th Germania Farmer Verein. Claimed to be the "the oldest dance hall in Texas." Gruene Hall has hosted such acts as Willie Nelson, Lyle Lovett and George Strait. "The town was established on the Guadalupe River for the operation of the steam operated cotton gin, and by 1872 over 8000 acres were under cultivation. The Dance Hall was built by Heinrich Gruene along with a store and saloon for the local farmers. Reopened in 1979 it has inspired the entire town to be restored to its 1880's appeal. Many young Artists from all over have played this monument to Texas Music, including Jerry Jeff Walker, George Strait, Ray Wylie Hubbard, Loose Diamonds and the Sisters Morales. Only a few Halls such as Schroeder Hall, Fischer Hall and Anhalt Hall are oler than Gruene Hall, one of the older Honky Tonks in the entire Lone Star State. Great music all the time."

MAYFLOWER DANCE HALL: Rio Median, Gruene (Comal County), Gruene, TX. Circa 1909.

HUNTER

RILEY'S TAVERN: 512-392-3132; 8891 FM 1102 Hunter, TX 78132. Just NE of New Braunfels. www.rileystavern.com. Texas' First Tavern After Prohibition. "In September of 1933 J. C. (James Curtis) Riley, at the age of 17, drove to Austin, Texas from his home in Hunter, Texas, some 45 miles. He was in a Model "T" car with his uncle. The purpose of this trip was to obtain a beer license for his soon - to - be beer joint. It was now at the end of prohibition. He camped out on the steps of the Capital building and waited for it to open. He was the first person in line in Texas and got the first beer license! Riley saw Hunter grow into a "boom town" with cotton farmer to the east and cattle ranchers to the west. Hunter just happened to be the midway point between and Austin and San Antonio. The Missouri-Pacific Railroad decided to build a stop because of the water supply, York Creek. When the farmers and ranchers heard of this, they talked the railroad into building a dock to load their cotton and cattle. Soon the town was bustling with business. When Riley opened his doors on the old place, it was an instant success! There were people in the street and beer wagons loaded arriving daily at Riley's Tavern. Riley kept the tavern operational until 1991 (he became too sick to run it), or about 58 years. His heyday was between 1933 and 1977. Around 1977 San Marcos and Hays County went "wet" and business then slowed down. By then Riley's had been open over forty years. Riley was coasting by then. Prior to Riley taking over the place and before prohibition, the joint was known as the Galloway Saloon. The main part of the building has been dated around the mid-1800s. By the way, Riley's mother was a Galloway. Mr. Riley died in 1992 and is buried in York Creek Cemetery, not more than 2 miles from his joint and where he was born. Today Riley's is still open and offering some of the best local talent around. A great place to visit."

KENDALIA

KENDALIA HALLE DANCE HALL: 830-833-4902; 1131 FM 3351 N, Kendalia, TX 78027, at intersection of FM 3351 N and FM 473, S of Blanco, 7 mi W of Hwy 281. www.kendaliahalle.com. Kick up your heels at a 100 year old (circa 1903) dance hall. Open 8p-12p. Voted best wood floor in Texas. Available for dances, wedding and other events. "This beautiful Hall has a 2000 square foot hardwood dance floor which has seen plenty of boot scootin' over the years. The large Oak tree out in front had a logging chain permanently attached to it where unruly patrons would be handcuffed until sobriety returned. This historic Dance Hall still echoes from legends such as Floyd Tillman. An old Oak tree out back was bent by Indians to mark a trail years before the Hall was built. On March 28, 1997, "Live from Kendalia Halle" was recorded here."

KERRVILLE

LOPEZ CLUB: FM-173, Kerrville (Kerr County), TX. Public dances, Tejano

LONDON

LONDON DANCE HALL: 325-475-2921; Hwy 377, London, TX 76854. www.londondancehall.com. Located in Kimble County, between Junction and Mason on Hwy 377. One of the oldest dance halls in Texas, established in late 1800's. Live music every Saturday. Open daily 5p, dance Sat 9p-1a. "A dance every Saturday for a 100 years or more," sings Johnny Bush in "The Ballad of London Hall," and Johnny wouldn't tell a lie unless he had to! The front of the Hall has a large stone fireplace, pool tables, shuffle board, and a beautiful hand-carved village scene above the bar. They've all played here---Johnny Bush (they had to enlarge the stage for his Bandoleros), Hank Thompson (1989, the year he was inducted into The Hall of Fame), Johnny Gimble, and Chris Wall. "

LUCKENBACH

LUCKENBACH TEXAS DANCE HALL: 830-997-3224; 1-888-311-8990; 412 Luckenbach Town Loop, Stonewall (Gillespie), TX 78624. Their web site tells the history of Luckenbach along with events that are happening and their favorite pickers, including Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, and many more. "Everybody's somebody in Luckenbach". Historic General Store, Post Office, dance hall, outdoor music venue, food stands, camping areas. Meet the cool cat Miz Kitty, the "boss" of the General Store. www.luckenbachtexas.com. Dance hall: circa 1887. This location is often listed as "Fredericksburg". Dance Hall established: 1849, "Saved by Hondo" 1970.

"The history that emulated from the Engles family and down through Hondo Couch, is still felt to those who are travel the small twisting road to Luckenbach. In 1849 Minna Engle opened a Post Office-Store-Saloon out on Snail Creek. It became a trading post for Indians and a source for supplies and entertainment for the local farmers. Back in 1970 a local farmer and a bit of a sage, Hondo Crouch, was driving by and was in need of a cold beer, but the place was closed. So, he bought it. Yep, the whole darn town, Post Office, Dance Hall, and of course, the beer joint. Hondo had a special soul with a magic touch. When Jerry Jeff Walker recorded "Viva Terlingua" live in the Dance Hall a few years later, times were revived. Twenty years later Jerry Jeff Walker returned to record "Viva Luckenbach." Thanks to JJW & Susan & the Gonzos, the old Honky Tonk & store were saved and re-souled. It's as old as a beer joint gets in Texas. Hey, it's still the Heart of Texas, and Hondo gave wisdom away. He had a true soul from deep from within his heart, and you can still feel his presence. Don't miss goin' around the corner to Grapetown and the Bat tunnel for some Hill Country history. God Bless Hondo (and John Wayne)." somebody@luckenbachtexas.com

NEW BRAUNFELS

CLEAR SPRINGS CAFE: 830-629-3777; 1692 Hwy 46, New Braunfels, TX. Germania Farmer Verein. Established: 1870, "The Hill Country's Oldest Dance Hall". Elvis has been here. Restaurant: open 11a-9p. "The first store and Dance Hall was built in 1873 by Johann Andreas Breutedt and also served as a saloon and cotton storage facility. Today the old building has been beautifully restored and is a great Texas style family restaurant with a very rustic atmosphere. Occastionaly musical events have showcased Steven Fromholz, Tracy Nelson, Clay Blaker, George Strait, and even Bo Diddley."

CRYSTAL CHANDELIER: New Braunfels, TX. According to the web site www.soyoulikegeorgestrait.com, "The Chandelier now sits as a vacant shell on the side of the road on the north side of New Braunfels. . . only a couple of miles from Greune Hall it was a club fashioned for the new popularity of country music. It had a BIG DANCE FLOOR! One of the best dance floors in any club I saw Ace play at. Even with a big crowd you could enjoy a great dance here. Backstage was basically outside. There was a small room offstage, and then the door to outside where they parked the first bus Ace had."

FREIHEIT COUNTRY STORE: 830-625-9400; 2157 FM 1101 off Hwy 46 East, 3/4 miles from New Braunfels (5 minutes off I-35). Established: 1889. Open: Tue-Sat 11-2. "Humble Time Radio Show is recorded here each Saturday highlighting local unknown as well as known talent. It's a great experience to attend. Owners Shorty and Rosie Haas are a great couple worth the stop just to talk to, and it's only 5 minutes off busy I-35. Cold, cold beer and good food. Geronimo Trevino performed Live here on May 24, 1997."

KNIPPER'S STORE & DANCE HALL: New Braunfels, TX

RIVER ROAD ICEHOUSE: 830-626-1335; 1791 Hueco Springs Loop Road, New Braunfels, TX 78132. "There's another dance hall you might want on your list -- River Road Icehouse in New Braunfels. It recently remodeled and has turned into a first-class dance facility. It's hosting big artists, like Pat Green, Kevin Fowler, Roger Creager, etc... Cabins to rent, tubing on the Comal River and lots of great food and good music."

SAENGERHALLE: 830-625-4255; 255 Saengerhalle Road, New Braunfels, TX 78130, off Hwy 46 East of New Braunfels, 2 miles. 5 minutes off IH 35. Open Daily @ 4p. A huge air conditioned dance hall, and a beer garden under the Texas skies! "In 1863, just two miles east of New Braunfels, five German singing groups bought the area the Hall now stands on as a meeting place for their "Men's Singing Societies." Now, the Hall includes a 10,000 square foot dance floor. In 1997 the descendants of the Hall's original founders sold the property, and it has been converted to a "new" Honky Tonk. Showcased are such Texas artists as Cornell Hurd, Sisters Morales, Gary P Nunn, Don Walser, Geronimo Trevino, Ray Wylie Hubbard, Alvin Crow and many others. A great evening for all. Don't miss it.". [We understand Saengerhalle was closed in June 2006. Portal Editor]

SHADY ACRES RESORT & DANCE HALL: New Braunfels, TX

TAVERN IN THE GRUENE: 830-608-0438; 830 Gruene Road, New Braunfels, TX 78130. www.taverninthegruene.com

PIPE CREEK

PIPE CREEK DANCE HALL: Pipe Creek, TX

QUIHI

QUIHI GUN CLUB: 830-426-2859; FM-2676, Country Road 4516, 1333 County Road 456, Hondo, TX 78861. Quihi (Medina County, Castroville/Hondo) TX. Public dances. Circa 1890, German heritage. Quihi dances two Saturdays a month. "The Quihi and Elm Creeks that surround the Dance Hall are the reason the building stands 6' feet off the ground. Many of Texas' greatest Legends like Pappy Selph, Caesare Masse, and Cliff Bruner have spent many nights in Dance Halls like this. The Club, originally built to defend against Indian attacks, is the oldest continuous running gun club in the United States. They continue to meet each month." The Quihi Gun Club dance hall has been the social mecca for Saturday night country-style dances. A wooden-windowed, barn-like structure, built on wooden stilts on the high bank of a creek, it has a unique old style charm. Dances are still held and are open to the public every 2nd and 4th weekends of every month."

ROUND MOUNTAIN

CLUB 281: Hwy 281, Round Mountain, (Blanco County), TX. 830-825-9900; At US 281 and FM 1431. This dance hall may be closed.

SAN MARCOS

CHEATHAM STREET WAREHOUSE: 119 Cheatham St., San Marcos, TX 78666. Famous bar that launched the careers of George Strait and Stevie Ray Vaughan. Circa 1910. Public dances.

SISTERDALE

SISTERDALE DANCE HALL: Sisterdale Road, Sisterdale (Kendall County), TX 78006. www.sisterdaledancehall.net. The Portal editor understands this historic hall (circa 1890) is not open to the public on a regular basis but is used often for private functions and is available for event rentals.

SMITHSON VALLEY

SMITHSON VALLEY HALL: Smithson Valley (Comal County), TX

SPICEWOOD

POODIE'S HILLTOP BAR & GRILL: 512-264-0318; 22308 Hwy 71 W, Spicewood, TX. "Nestled in the heart of God's country, Poodie's offers the best in Texas grub, live music and cold beer. Open seven days a week and just a short drive west of Austin, Poodie's is legendary for having the biggest names in music "dropping in." From Willie to Merle to Waylon to Billy Joe Shaver to Freddie Powers to Bobby Boyd, you just never know who will show up and sit in! Poodie has even been seen around the place on rare occasions!" www.poodies.info

TWIN SISTERS

TWIN SISTERS DANCE HALL: 830-833-4808; 2198 Cottonwood Road, (just off Hwy 281), Twin Sisters, TX 78606. Established: 1870. Dance first Saturday of the month. "These old Halls echo with the great melodies of "Pappy" Selph, Cliff Bruner, Adolph Hofner, and Caesare Masse. All of them still active after over 60 years and playing better than ever! This great old hall has special dances every Christmas and New Years besides the monthly dances which always draw a good crowd. Pack up the entire family, take the scenic drive out to this historic old Hall, and discover what generations of musicians like ex-Tex Ritter's bandmate Slim Roberts are singing about." Available for rental for private parties and public shows & events. Annual event: Special dances every Christmas and New Years besides the monthly dances which always draw a good crowd.

WARING

WARING DANCE HALL: Hwy 1621, Waring (Kendall County), TX 78074. Includes old-time general store. www.donstrange.com/locations_waring.htm. Circa 1900. German heritage.

WELFARE

NELSON CITY DANCE HALL (& PO-PO's FAMILY RESTAURANT): 830-537-3835; 825 Hwy 289 Boerne/Welfare (Kendall County), TX 78006, just S of Welfare; 1/2 mile off IH 10 Exit #533 (Welfare Rd. Exit), NW of San Antonio By Boerne. www.nelsoncitydancehall.com. Currently is a dance hall and restaurant (Old San Francisco Dance Hall & Saloon). Circa 1929. Open: Wed-Thur 5p-11p, Fri-Sat 4p-2a, Sun 2p-10p. "From the comforting sounds of violins and guitars to the flushing faces of happy two-steppers and waltzers. If you haven't experienced a Texas honky-tonk, then you haven't experienced Teaxs! For a true Texas encounter you really need to leave the city, because it's in the country where dance halls begin. They have served as the small town's courting stage, musician and singer's sounding stage and the dance lover's dream. Well, Nelson City Dancehall serves up all of these and more. Located next to an old 1929 dancehall in Nelson City, Texas, this family owned treasure is the genuine article. Promoting Texas music including Tejano, Country, Zydico, Rock'N'Roll, Blues, and Bluegrass, Nelson City Dancehall provides live music every Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Musicians enjoy playing here because of the family atmosphere and the acoustics, and as one put it, "It's the most beautiful dancehall in this part of Texas." Friday night is steak night! Dine, dance and have an excellent steak." nelsondh@gsinternet.net

JUST OUTSIDE THE HILL COUNTRY

BRAUN HALL: 210-588-9241: 9723 Braun Road, Helotes (NW San Antonio), TX 78250. Established: 1893. Open evert weekend with live music every Sat night. "Besides the immaculate dance floor, this Hall has a unique band stand that is a "cove" in one side wall. The dancers love it as they have even more room to twirl away. "If you're dancing', you're not dying" is the motto around this beautiful Hall which is a Hermann Sons Lodge. Besides the immaculate dance floor, this Hall has a unique band stand that is a "cove" in one side wall. The dancers love it as they have even more room to twirl away. This is one of the very few places that a person can still see Adolph Hofner performing, who first recorded in 1936. Don't miss a chance to see this great pioneer of Texas music. The Hall is primarily rented out for wedding receptions and various parties and meetings. There is a large dance floor, cash bar, and Braun Hall has a capacity of 250 people. Cover charge is usually 6 dollars. We are open till midnight and there is an in-house PA system."

CLUB 21 DANCE HALL: 512-398-2901; Uhland, TX, ON Hwy 21, 8 mi E of San Marcos. Established: 1893. Open: Tue-Sun, 2pm 'till close. "This is hall is known as the "Oldest Continuously Running Dance Hall in Texas." Don Walser's CD "Rolling Stone from Texas" uses pictures of this Hall as cover art, and Don likes to play here as often as possible. Tish Hinojosa also once filmed a Shiner Beer commercial here. One of the most scenic Dance Halls in Texas with a great dance floor, cold beer, and a family tradition."

FLOORE COUNTRY STORE: 210-695-8827: 14464 Old Bandera Rd., Helotes (NW San Antonio), TX 78023. Established: 1886. "This historic monument to Texas Dance Hall music was a stomping ground for cattle drives and sheep herders as far back as 1886. Hank Williams, Ernest Tubb, Lefty Frizzell, Bob Wills, Ray Price, Robert Earl Keen, Johnny Gimble, Johnny Rodriguez, and many other Legends have played this great hall. In "Shotgun Willie", Willie Nelson refers to his colorful pal, original owner John T. Floore. For a while, Willie played Floore's every weekend." From the Governor's Texas Music Office web: ". . is one of the greatest dance halls in Texas. Open by John T. Floore in 1942, Floore's has three claims to fame: Willie Nelson got his start here, we have the largest patio in the South, and we have the world's best homemade bread and tamales. Floore's is a family honky tonk where kids are welcome with their parents. The dance hall is open Wednesday - Sunday with live entertainment Wednesday - Sunday."

LEON SPRINGS DANCE HALL: 210-698-7070. Leon Springs Dancehall is one of the most recognizable historic landmarks within the San Antonio city limits. Located directly off IH-10 West in Leon Springs, the big red barn and its enormous metal roof are not easily missed. Leon Springs, said to be the site of an old stagecoach stop, is just miles from Northwest San Antonio and approximately nineteen miles from downtown San Antonio. Offering only the best in legendary Dance Hall entertainment. Once the hub of local weekend-night activity until it closed in January of 2006, it recently announced the reopening of its doors to a new era in private parties and special-event catering. The Leon Springs Dance Hall is currently operating under new management by Black Tie Affairs Catering, Inc., a family owned, full-service catering and event planning company located in San Antonio, Texas. www.leonspringsdancehall.com

OTHER DANCE HALL RESOURCES

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