What is a silent disco?

A silent disco is an experience. It’s an event where people of different backgrounds and experiences get together to dance in public. Everyone is listening to the same music in sync in light-up headphones, while everyone else admires our courage and smiles from afar.

You Are Hear isn’t your typical silent disco, though. We can’t stand still. Our “leads” (more on our team below) curate a route, whether that’s in a neighborhood, on a beach or somewhere completely unexpected, and a DJ makes a mix that matches up to the route. Everything is planned down to the last detail to create an immersive experience.

How do I know if a silent disco is for me?

We get it. Going to a silent disco for the first time can be scary. But at You Are Hear, we want to make sure the experience is accessible to everyone. As a small business owned and operated by a Two-Spirit Indigenous woman with a community of beautiful, diverse souls by her side, we welcome everyone.

You don’t need to be anything or anyone but yourself. All you need is an adventurous spirit and some good shoes.

IS there an age limit?

Since our events often start at and partner with bars, unless otherwise noted, all of our silent discos are 21+. However, there isn’t a ceiling on age! Many people bring their parents (and even their grandparents) to dance it out with us.

What should I wear or bring?

Always wear comfortable shoes and clothes. Tennis shoes are best. Our silent discos are mobile, so be sure you can move safely and comfortably. Some people like to wear rave attire like light-up shoes and butterfly wings to enhance the experience, so if you’re feeling courageous, we invite you to let your freak flag fly! Show up to You Are Hear however you want to show up in the world.

Do you offer refunds?

No, we do not offer refunds. However, if you aren’t able to make it to the event, you are always able to transfer your ticket to a different day. We also allow you to “donate” the ticket, meaning if someone contacts us and wants to attend but isn’t financially able, we give your unused ticket to them.

Are silent discos safe?

Your comfort and safety is our #1 priority. The manager and lead in charge of your silent disco know the route like the back of their hands. They’ve talked to the local business owners, scouted out entrances and exits, and thought of every possibility. Every event also has multiple guides who are there to light the way, ensure you’re with the group, hold traffic, protect you from any environmental risks like broken sidewalks, etc.

It goes without saying, but no illegal substances are allowed, and participants must be 21 or older to enter bars and drink. If any of our staff, or any of your fellow participants, are uncomfortable or feel unsafe with your behavior, you will be told to leave.

We do require our participants sign liability waivers as a precaution, but we will never ever put you in harm’s way.

What are the covid-19 precautions?

You Are Hear requires that participants either be vaccinated or wear a mask throughout the experience in order to protect everyone. While we are a silent disco community, we are first and foremost a community, and communities keep one another safe. If you have any questions, concerns or exemptions, please talk to us!

Do I have to be a dancer?

Absolutely not. We believe everyone is a dancer. Everyone is free to move their body and find their own rhythm. If you’re not sure if you’re comfortable dancing in front of others yet, that’s okay! Buy a ticket, come to the event, and walk with us until you’re ready to boogie. This is a 100% Judgment Free Zone.

Do you provide accommodations?

It’s very important to us that we make our events open to everyone. We make every effort to be upfront about each event’s accessibility. If you ever have any question about whether or not a specific event is for you, please talk to us.

In the future, our hope is to host silent discos for specific communities, such as deaf/HOH, blind/VI, wheelchair users, etc.

Who works for We Are Hear?

The You Are Hear team is a gorgeous group of dancers, musicians, actors, artists, designers and heart-workers who came together to build this business from the ground up. Our backgrounds are as diverse as our reasons for dancing, but we all share one passion: creating joy with our community.

The team is made up of our founder, Megan Allen, who runs the business (and wears a hundred hats) and a number of different roles, such as:

• managers coordinate logistics, communications, handle equipment, etc.

• leads create routes and lead the crowd throughout the night

• DJs curate mixes in advance for the route and/or mix live at the after party

• guides bring the hype and ensure participants are safe on the experience

How do I become part of the team?

We would love to have you be part of the team! If you’ve attended a You Are Hear event and think you want to play a bigger role in making our silent discos a success, contact us today!