Go Two-Steppin' at These 5 Texas Dance Halls
Published October 5, 2024
Texas dance halls are a cultural institution. From Gruene Hall — the oldest dance hall in Texas — to the legendary Floore's Country Store, here are 5 you have to visit at least once.
1. Gruene Hall (Gruene) — Opened in 1878 and still hosting live music almost every night. The wooden floors have heard everyone from Garth Brooks to George Strait.
2. John T. Floore's Country Store (Helotes) — Willie Nelson played here weekly in the 1960s and the place still has the same character today.
3. Luckenbach Dance Hall — Made famous by the Waylon Jennings song. Tiny, friendly, and pure Texas.
4. Broken Spoke (Austin) — The last of the great Austin honky-tonks. Free two-step lessons before the band starts.
5. Sengelmann Hall (Schulenburg) — Beautifully restored 1894 dance hall with Czech and German heritage.
Two-stepping isn't just a dance — it's a Texas tradition worth keeping alive.
