Best Wedding Party Dance Songs

Nothing screams “celebration” like a surprise dance with an entire wedding party. The contagious energy, fun music mash-ups, and groovy moves make wedding party dance routines a huge hit at receptions and kick off the party for the rest of the night. In the list below you’ll find the best songs for a wedding party dance routine from your grandpa’s favorites to your niece’s favorites and everything in between.

Ready to dance, but not sure where to start? The pros at Duet Dance have you covered! Book a dance lesson and our team will work to create a one-of-a-kind dance routine that is sure to amaze your guests. We offer Wedding Party Dance Lessons and Private Dance Parties for groups looking for a one time combined lesson and party. If you or your wedding party doesn’t live in the Chicago area, check out our Online Hip Hop Dance Program, which makes learning easy from any corner of the globe!

A playlist featuring The Romantics, Earth, Wind & Fire, Kool & The Gang, and others

The Classics:

“What I Like About You” by The Romantics

“September” by Earth, Wind & Fire

“Celebration” by Kool & The Gang

“Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go” by Wham!

“I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)” by Whitney Houston

The Feel Goods:

“Shut Up and Dance” by WALK THE MOON

“Happy” by Pharrell Williams

“Sugar” by Maroon Five

“I Really Like You” by Carly Rae Jepsen

“Shake If Off” by Taylor Swift

The Fast and Furious:

“You Make Me Feel…” by Cobra Starship

“Time Of Our Lives” by Pitbull

“I Gotta Feeling” by The Black Eyed Peas

“I Like To Move It” by Reel 2 Real

“My Love” by Justin Timberlake

Need inspirations? check out this fun choreographed bridesmaids dance to “Can’t Stop The Feeling”. Interested in a Custom Dance Choreography like this one? Click the link below to learn more!

Cover Photo: Jordan and Joanna Cohen, courtesy of Jill Tiongco Photography


Duet Dance Studio is a group of friendly dancers who are passionate about helping people and sharing the joy of ballroom dance. Our physical studio is located in Chicago West Bucktown. We offer ballroom dance lessonswedding dance instruction and private dance partiesOnline Wedding Dance Lessons and Skype dance lessons are also available! Dances we teach include Salsa, Swing, Tango, Bachata, Merengue, Waltz and Foxtrot. Sign up for an introductory dance lesson now to get started!

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