A Clubbing Experience That Ends With Sunday Dinner, Not Last Orders

Dance Space Dublin
Sep 29
2 min read

Looking for sober events in Dublin? On Sunday, September 21st, DanceSpace.ie hosted its very first Sunday Afternoon Booze-Free Clubbing event at Wigwam on Abbey Street. Around 20–25 people came together — no alcohol, just music, movement, and mood-boosting energy.

The result? A big hit. Attendees danced, laughed, and left uplifted, all without the hangover or Monday morning dread.

Why I Started DanceSpace

I still love to dance, but I can’t face late nights anymore, and I prefer not to drink. What I missed was that nightclub vibe: lights, sound, energy, people moving together. So I decided to create it in a new way:

An afternoon rave instead of a 2am finish.
A sober clubbing space where connection and music take center stage.
A true wellness hack — giving you the dopamine and endorphin benefits of dancing while still being home for dinner.

Reveller Music on the decks dopamine on the dance floor!

As the founder of Elder Home Share, I’ve always been entrepreneurial, but this project came from passion. Last summer I heard Netflix’s founder on The Diary of a CEO podcast talking about testing ideas quickly. It inspired me to put my own money behind this experiment. With the help of three brilliant interns and Reveller Music on the decks, the first event came alive.

Why It Matters

Mental Health: Dancing is a natural antidepressant — boosting dopamine, serotonin, and endorphins while lowering stress hormones like cortisol.
Changing Habits: National alcohol consumption in Ireland has dropped 30% over the past two decades. Younger generations are increasingly exploring the “sober-curious” lifestyle.

What Attendees Said

“The party was a very positive surprise. I was very well welcomed and everyone was having a great time. I'm looking forward to the next one.” – Lucimar Costa

“My friend invited me to a 0% alcohol event at Wigwam in the middle of the afternoon on Sunday. I loved the event.” – Gabriele Oliveira

For me, it was proof of concept. Hearing so many people say how much they enjoyed themselves left me speechless. And honestly? Getting home by 5.30pm, having dinner, and being in bed by 9 — exactly as envisioned — was the cherry on top.