The Eric Ekstrand Ensemble

08/31/2026

DANCING AND FUN - THURSDAY IN BURBANK
Eric Ekstrand will be providing the dancing music for the Burbank Ballroom Dance Association on Thursday, September 3rd, 7 – 9:15 PM.
You'll get to dance to the Fox Trot, the Waltz, the Tango, the Cha-cha and Swing along with Rumbas, Viennese Waltz, Sambas, Polkas, Cumbias, Salsa, some Old School Rock, Pop, Soul, Country and Disco and we’ll also do some Line Dancing.
The dance is located at the Joslyn Center in Burbank, 1301 W Olive Ave, Burbank, CA 91506. Admission is $12 ($10 with a Burbank Senior Activities Card) and includes a raffle with cash prizes. Free parking. The phone number there is (818) 238-5353.
Whether you love to dance or simply want to enjoy great music and company, this event promises a wonderful night out. Bring your friends and make new ones on the dance floor!
Come dance with us at the Burbank Joslyn Center this Thursday.

08/18/2026

BIG FUN IN BURBANK THURSDAY!
Big Fun in Burbank with Eric Ekstrand playing the music for the Burbank Ballroom Dance Association’s regular Thursday Evening Dance. This coming Thursday, August 20th, 7:00 – 9:15. You don’t want to miss this one.
You'll get to dance to the Waltz, Tango, Cha-cha, Fox-trot, Rumba, Viennese Waltz, Samba, Polka, Cumbia, Salsa, some Old School Rock, Pop, Soul, Country and Disco and, of course, Swing - East and West Coast. You name it. We got it. We’ll also do some Line Dancing.
The dance is located at the Joslyn Center in Burbank, 1301 W Olive Ave, Burbank, CA 91506. Admission is $12 ($10 with a Burbank Senior Activities Card) and includes a raffle with cash prizes. Free parking. The phone number there is (818) 238-5353.
See you Thursday at the Burbank Joslyn.

08/15/2026

08/11/2026

AFTERNOON DANCING AT THE
ARCADIA COMMUNTIY CENTER!
This Monday, August 17th, 2026, Eric Ekstrand will be playing all your Ballroom Dance favorites and more – 1:30 to 3:30 – at the Arcadia Community Center.
We always have WAY too much fun at the Arcadia Community Center. The big dance floor fills with happy dancers having a good time. Eric Ekstrand is known for the wide variety of music and dance styles he plays and he always takes requests. And for just $3 there isn’t a better dance value in Southern California.
The Center is located at 365 Campus Drive in Arcadia and the telephone number for more information is (626)574-5130. Admission is just $3 and includes light refreshments. All you dancers and people who love music and perhaps watching some terrific dancing, please come to the Arcadia Community Center this Monday.
LET’S HAVE SOME FUN THIS MONDAY!

08/07/2026

FUN DANCING IN SAN GABRIEL WEDNESDAY!
Wanna have fun on a Wednesday afternoon. Eric Ekstrand will be playing and singing for dancing on August 12, 2026, 12:30 to 3:30 in the afternoon. The San Gabriel Elks has a large wooden dance floor and refreshments are served on the break. Eric is known for his wide variety of dance styles and music. And he does take requests. Admission is just $7.
The Alhambra/San Gabriel Elks Lodge is located at 1373 East Las Tunas Drive, San Gabriel, CA 91776. The phone number is (626)285-3118. We hope to see you this Wednesday at the Elks.

08/04/2026

CALLING ALL DANCERS AND MUSIC LOVERS!
This Thursday evening, August 6th, 2026, Eric Ekstrand plays for a dance in Burbank hosted by the Burbank Ballroom Dance Association – 7 – 9:15 PM.
Come on by for some fun ballroom dancing with a room full of nice people that love to dance. You'll get to dance to the Waltz, the Tango, the Cha-cha, the Fox-trot, the Rumba, the Viennese Waltz, the Samba, the Polka, Swing - East and West Coast, Salsa, Pop, Rock & Soul. There will also be some Line Dancing. Even if you don’t dance, you’ll have fun watching the dancers have fun and you’ll enjoy the music.
Admission is $12 ($10 with a Burbank Senior Activities Card) and includes a raffle with cash prizes on the break The dance is located at the Joslyn Center in Burbank, 1301 W Olive Ave, Burbank, CA 91506. Free parking. The phone number there is (818) 238-5353. Come on by for some fun on a Thursday evening.

07/23/2026

WEDNESDAY FUN with ERIC EKSTRAND in SAN GABREIL
Eric Ekstrand will be providing the music in San Gabriel at the Alhambra San Gabriel Elks Lodge on Wednesday, July 29th, at 12:30 – 3:30 for their afternoon dance party. If you haven’t been to this dance in San Gabriel on Wednesday afternoons, you are in for a treat. The people attending always have a great time and the venue is very accommodating to new guests, visitors and devoted or casual dancers. The San Gabriel Elks has a large wooden dance floor, and refreshments are served during the party. Eric is known for his wide variety of dance styles and music. And he does take requests. All this fun for just $7.
The Alhambra/San Gabriel Elks Lodge is located at 1373 East Las Tunas Drive, San Gabriel, CA 91776. The phone number is (626)285-3118. We hope to see you this Wednesday at the Alhambra/San Gabriel Elks Wednesday Dance.

07/20/2026

“WATCH OUT!”
THE BLOCK PARTY IS BACK AT THE NANO CAFÉ

That’s right! Watch Out! This Saturday, July 25th, Eric Ekstrand’s Block Party rips it up the Nano Café, 6:30 – 9:30 for a night of Old School Rock, Pop, Soul, Country and maybe even a little Swing and Latin. Their music is scientifically engineered by P.H.D. terpsichorean specialists for maximum danceability. Featuring Eric Ekstrand on vocals, keyboards and guitar, Tony Jones on drums and vocals, Phil LoPresti on guitar and vocals and Dr. Simeon Pillich on bass. These four musicians will knock your socks off and possibly other items of clothing with their hard-driving propulsion. You won’t be disappointed AND you may find it difficult to stay seated once they start rocking.
The Nano Café is located at 322 Sierra Madre Blvd. in the heart of Downtown Sierra Madre and the phone number there is (626) 325-3334. They have outstanding food, a full bar and dancing is all but mandatory! The Nano Café has become a local hot spot, so reservations are always recommended.
Be there or beware. The Nano Café this Saturday, July 25th.

07/11/2026

BURBANK IS THE PLACE FOR SOME FUN DANCING!
Eric Ekstrand will be providing Dance Music along with the Burbank Ballroom Dance Association on Thursday, July 16th, 7 – 9:15 PM.
This dance is always a lot of fun. You’ll meet some of the friendliest people ever and they love to dance and have fun. We do virtually every type of dance from ballroom to funk and virtually everything in between. Even line dancing. The trip to Burbank for this event is always worthwhile.
The dance is located at the Joslyn Center in Burbank, 1301 W Olive Ave, Burbank, CA 91506. Admission is $12 ($10 with a Burbank Senior Activities Card) and includes a raffle with cash prizes. Free parking. The phone number there is (818) 238-5353.
Come and dance and have fun with us at the Burbank Joslyn Center this Thursday.

06/24/2026

Celebrate Community & Music:
The Great American Ballroom Social! 💃🕺
There is no better place to celebrate friendship and community than on the dance floor! As we look forward to the upcoming 4th of July and America’s 250th birthday, the Arcadia Community Center invites you to a festive afternoon dance social this Monday, June 29th, from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM.
We are proud to bring our community together to dance to a spectacular, all-American lineup of international rhythms played by your friend, Eric Ekstrand!
• 🗓️ Date & Time: Monday, June 29th | 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
• 📍 Location: Arcadia Community Center (365 Campus Drive, Arcadia)
• 💰 Admission: Just $3 (Includes light refreshments)
On the Playlist for the Afternoon:
• Timeless Ballroom Favorites: Waltz, Viennese Waltz, Tango, and Fox-trot
• Vibrant Latin Beats: Cha-cha, Salsa, Rumba, Samba, Bachata and Cumbia
• Classic American Rhythms: East & West Coast Swing, Line Dancing, Pop, Soul, Country and Disco!
Whether you want to show off your best steps, join in on a group line dance, or simply sit back, enjoy the light refreshments, and watch some truly terrific dancing with great friends—this afternoon is for you.
Let’s celebrate together with music, movement, and a lot of fun!
📞 For more information, please call the Center at (626) 574-5130.