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events:
- name: Cleveland Thursday English Country Dance
details: "Come join us every Thursday afternoon for English Country Dancing. \nCombination of live and recorded music, in an air-conditioned hall."
links:
- "https://englishcountryorg.wordpress.com/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/cleveland-thursday-english-country-dance/2025-05-22/"
start: "2025-05-22T13:30:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-22T15:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: OH
city: Cleveland Heights
styles:
- ecd
workshop: false
social: true
price: $2
organisation: Cleveland English Dance Community
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Grange Hall Contra Dance
details: "Sponsored by The Vineyard Preservation Trust \nCommunity & Public Shindig: In the tradition of New England’s earliest settlers, Martha’s Vineyard Preservation Trust invite you to a New England Contra Dance to celebrate the traditions of the Grange Hall as part of the fundraising campaign to restore/rejuvenate the historic Hall. No partner or need to know how!"
links:
- "https://vineyardtrust.org/events/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/grange-hall-contra-dance/"
start: "2025-05-22T18:30:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-22T20:30:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: MA
city: West Tisbury
styles:
- contra
workshop: false
social: true
bands:
- The Flying Elbows
callers:
- Don Heinold
price: donation
organisation: Vineyard Preservation Trust
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Lake City Contra Dance
details: "Thursday nights; doors open at 7 pm \nDances: intro/refresher workshop 7:15 pm, dancing 7:30 till 10:00 pm \nAdmission on a sliding scale $10 – 20 – pay what you can \nThe hall is well-ventilated and air-conditioned! \nFor more information call 206-525-0932, or send us email."
links:
- "https://seattledance.org/contra/lakecity/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/lake-city-contra-dance/2025-05-22/"
start: "2025-05-22T19:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-22T22:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: WA
city: Seattle
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $10-$20
organisation: Lake City Contra Dance
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Rochester Thursday Night Contras
details: "We are a welcoming contra group, dancing every week to live music. Please come! Check our website in case of last minute changes, and check out our videos on our Country Dancers of Rochester YouTube channel!"
links:
- "https://cdrochester.org/events/thursday-night-contra-253/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/rochester-ny-thursday-night-contras/2025-05-22/"
start: "2025-05-22T19:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-22T22:30:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: NY
city: Rochester
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
callers:
- Evan De Smitt
price: $12
organisation: Country Dancers of Rochester
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Thursday Contra Dance
details: "Weekly Contra Dance – See our website for this week’s band and caller(s).\nMostly contras with occasional squares, mixers, four facing fours, and more. \n\n7:30pm New Dancer Lesson; 8:00pm to 10:30pm dancing\nMasks are no longer required but are welcomed.\nOur sliding scale is $10-$15-$20.\nOur role terms are Larks and Robins."
links:
- "https://thursdaycontra.com/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/thursday-contra-dance-in-philadelphia/2025-05-22/"
start: "2025-05-22T19:30:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-22T22:30:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: PA
city: Philadelphia
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $10-$20
organisation: PATMAD
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Dancing Bears Dance Camp
details: "The Dancing Bears Dance Camp is held every Memorial Day Weekend at King’s Lake Camp in Wasilla, Alaska. Our next camp will be May 23-26, 2025 with calling by Will Mentor and Lindsey Dono and music by River Road (Jesse Ball, Sarah-Hadley Yakir, Kristin Planeaux) and Rhys Jones and the Imaginary Beings (Rhys Jones, Nogosee Fields, Mandy King, Brian DeMarcus)."
links:
- "https://www.thedancingbears.org/dance-camp-1"
- "https://cdss.org/event/dancing-bears-dance-camp/"
start_date: 2025-05-23
end_date: 2025-05-26
country: USA
state: AK
city: Wasilla
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Rhys Jones and the Imaginary Beings
- River Road
callers:
- Lindsey Dono
- Will Mentor
organisation: The Dancing Bears
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: FolkMADness Music & Dance Camp
details: "Bands and Music Workshops: \n\nJeffrey Spero and Ryan McKasson (Syncopaths) and Ness Smith-Savedoff (The Dam Beavers) \nLarry Unger (Notorious) and Eric Boodman (Calico) and Emily Troll (Pine Tree Flyers and Anadama)\nLindsay Taylor and Brian Nelson (Glorieta Pines)\nmore local musicians announced soon\n\nCalling and Dance workshops led by: Gaye Fifer and Alexandra Deis-Lauby \nSinging Workshops led by Deirdre Murtha"
links:
- "http://folkmads.org/events/camps/folkmadness/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/30th-annual-folkmadness-music-song-dance-weekend/"
start_date: 2025-05-23
end_date: 2025-05-26
country: USA
state: NM
city: Socorro
styles:
- contra
- ecd
workshop: true
social: true
callers:
- Alex Deis-Lauby
- Gaye Fifer
price: $90-$185
organisation: FolkMADS
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Folk College
details: "Join us for an action-packed music adventure complete with a ceilidh dance, a contradance, 7 concerts, over 20 workshops, and endless jamming. Make memories, form friendships, and take your playing to the next level during a fun and friendly weekend at Juniata College. Early Bird Registration ends April 15, 2025."
links:
- "https://cdss.org/event/folk-college/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/folk-college-contradance/"
start: "2025-05-23T15:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-25T17:30:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: PA
city: Huntingdon
styles:
- contra
- s-ceilidh
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Midnight on the Water
callers:
- Bob Nicholson
price: $250-$300
organisation: CDSS
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Camp Sturtevant
links:
- "https://www.sccdc.org/special-events/camp-sturtevant/"
start: "2025-05-23T13:45:00-07:00"
end: "2025-05-26T17:00:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: CA
city: Arcadia
styles:
- contra
workshop: false
social: true
bands:
- Uncle Farmer
callers:
- Susan Petrick
price: $425
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Butterfly Whirl
details: Contra Dance weekend starring Stomp Rocket & Thunderwing with Jacqui Grennan & Seth Tepfer
links:
- "https://www.dancerhapsody.com/special-events/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/butterfly-whirl/"
start: "2025-05-23T18:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-25T15:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: GA
city: Decatur
styles:
- contra
- ecd
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Stomp Rocket
- Thunderwing
callers:
- Jacqui Grennan
- Seth Tepfer
organisation: Dance Rhapsody
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Flint Hills Contra Dance
details: "Contra dance in Manhattan, Kansas. Open to everyone!"
links:
- "https://cdss.org/event/flint-hills-contra-dance/2025-05-23/"
- "https://www.facebook.com/events/1063583835928638/"
- "https://www.facebook.com/events/672736038838756/"
start: "2025-05-23T18:30:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-23T21:30:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: KS
city: Manhattan
styles:
- contra
workshop: false
social: true
bands:
- Steam!
callers:
- Lisa Harris-Frydman
price: $5-$10
organisation: Flint Hills Contradance and Music Society
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Queen City Contras
details: "Queen City Contras will hold its next regular dance on Friday, May 23, 2025 at Shelburne Town Hall. Doors open at 6:30, beginner lesson at 6:45, dancing from 7 to 10. Our band will be Gus LaCasse and Pepin Mittelhauser, with Alyssa Adkins calling. \nAll are welcome; all dances are taught; no partner or experience necessary. Payment accepted by cash or check. Please bring a pair of clean, soft-soled shoes to dance in and a water bottle to keep you hydrated. Masks optional but welcome."
links:
- "https://queencitycontras.com/schedule"
- "https://cdss.org/event/queen-city-contras-may-dance-in-shelburne-vt/"
start: "2025-05-23T18:45:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-23T22:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: VT
city: Shelburne
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
callers:
- Alyssa Adkins
price: $5-$12
organisation: Queen City Contras
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Milford Contra Dance
details: "The Milford contra dance happens every 4th Friday, unless the 4th Friday happens on Thanksgiving weekend or a Christmas weekend. Music is provided by a large 15+ member band, which allows anyone to sit in for just a single dance or the whole evening. Callers are usually local callers. The dance is usually large, with 100 or more in attendance. The dance is located in the Milford NH town hall, in the center of town. Entry is on either side of the building, but not the big front steps. \nUnder 10 free; students/seniors $5; adults $12"
links:
- "https://www.milfordnhcontradance.org/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/milford-nh-contra-dance/2025-05-23/"
start: "2025-05-23T19:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-23T21:30:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: NH
city: Milford
styles:
- contra
workshop: false
social: true
price: $5-$12
organisation: CDSS
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: ContraATL Weekly Dance
details: "Atlanta’s weekly contra dance features a variety of local and regional talent. We dance every Friday night except rare blackout dates, generally last two Fridays in December and the first Friday in January."
links:
- "https://contradance.org/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/contra-atl-weekly-dance/2025-05-23/"
start: "2025-05-23T19:30:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-23T22:30:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: GA
city: Decatur
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $7-$15
organisation: ContraATL
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Friday Night Contra at Glen Echo
details: "Join us in Glen Echo, Maryland, for a fun night of contras and an occasional square! There’s a free lesson at 7:30pm."
links:
- "https://www.fridaynightdance.com/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-at-glen-echo-maryland-2/2025-05-23/"
start: "2025-05-23T19:30:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-23T23:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: MD
city: Glen Echo
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $15
organisation: Friday Night Dancers
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Pittsburgh Contra Dance
details: "Come dance to live music by Toppish with caller Cindy Harris. Our free beginner lesson begins at 7:30pm. Complete beginners are welcome! As always, we will offer a couple waltzes during breaks. \n$15 suggested donation"
links:
- "https://pittsburghcontra.org/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/pittsburgh-contra-dance-10/"
start: "2025-05-23T19:30:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-23T23:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: PA
city: Pittsburgh
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Toppish
callers:
- Cindy Harris
price: $15
organisation: Pittsburgh Contra Dance
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Experienced Contra at Guiding Star Grange
details: "The dances in this series are open to all but will be geared toward experienced dancers. “Experienced” means: \n\nYou know how to do a roll away, California twirl, pass through to a wave, contra corners, and basic moves without teaching\nYou know where to be at the start of each dance phrase and how to recover from a lapse\nYou assist your partner and neighbor to the next move\nYou execute flourishes safely and on time without disturbing others\nYou respond to confusion and missteps by others with grace, encouragement and good humor\n\nAdmission: $12-20 \nPlease help us make this a scent-free and substance-free event. \nSee venue website for this month’s details and Covid policy. \nQuestions: Steve Zakon-Anderson or Katie Olmstead."
links:
- "https://www.guidingstargrange.org/events.html"
- "https://cdss.org/event/fourth-friday-experienced-contra-at-guiding-star-grange/2025-05-23/"
start: "2025-05-23T20:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-23T23:15:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: MA
city: Greenfield
styles:
- contra
workshop: false
social: true
bands:
- Northwoods
callers:
- Lisa Greenleaf
price: $12-$20
organisation: Steve Zakon-Anderson
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Childgrove English Country Dance
details: "The regular dance generally starts out with simpler dances early in the evening, progressing to dances with more difficulty later on, depending on the experience level of the crowd."
links:
- "https://www.childgrove.org/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/childgrove-english-country-dance/2025-05-23/"
start: "2025-05-23T19:00:00-05:00"
end: "2025-05-23T21:30:00-05:00"
country: USA
state: MO
city: Webster Groves
styles:
- ecd
workshop: false
social: true
price: $10
organisation: Childgrove Country Dancers
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Meet Me In St Louis
details: "Join us for 4 days of music, dance, and more, with music from Supertrad & The Mound City Slickers and calling by Emily Rush and you! \nRegister online at MMISL_Registration@childgrove.org"
links:
- "https://childgrove.org/stl-dance-weekends/meetmeinstlouis"
- "https://cdss.org/event/meet-me-in-st-louis-2025/"
start: "2025-05-23T19:00:00-05:00"
end: "2025-05-26T15:00:00-05:00"
country: USA
state: MO
city: Webster Groves
styles:
- contra
- ecd
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Mound City Slickers
- Supertrad
callers:
- Emily Rush
price: $55-$110
organisation: Childgrove Country Dancers
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Phoenix 4th Friday Contra Dance
details: "Join us for our Fourth Friday contra dance! Doors open at 6:00 pm. Intro lesson at 6:30 pm. Dance from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm. Check our website for changes in dance schedule or location. \n$10 General • $5 for 25 years & younger"
links:
- "https://phxtmd.org/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/phoenix-4th-friday-contra-dance/2025-05-23/"
start: "2025-05-23T18:30:00-07:00"
end: "2025-05-23T22:00:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: AZ
city: Phoenix
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $5-$10
organisation: Phoenix Traditional Music & Dance
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Monrovia English Country Dance
details: "Please join us for English Country Dancing on the 2nd and 4th Friday of every month from 7:30-10pm in the Guildhall of St Luke’s Episcopal Church. $5 admission (cash only). Beginners welcome! All dances are taught, walked through and called. No partner or costume required; just bring comfortable closed-toed shoes and a water bottle. We’re friendly, laid-back, and welcoming!"
links:
- "https://monroviaecd.org/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/monrovia-english-country-dance/2025-05-23/"
start: "2025-05-23T19:15:00-07:00"
end: "2025-05-23T22:00:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: CA
city: Monrovia
styles:
- ecd
workshop: false
social: true
price: $5
organisation: Monrovia English Country Dance
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Friday Night English Dance
details: "For details about venue, callers, or musicians, please go to our website, or email ecd-chair@portlandcountrydance.org \nSliding scale: $7 – $20."
links:
- "https://portlandcountrydance.org/calendar/?mc_id=6101"
- "https://cdss.org/event/pcdc-friday-night-english-dance-2/2025-05-23/"
start: "2025-05-23T19:30:00-07:00"
end: "2025-05-23T22:30:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: OR
city: Portland
styles:
- ecd
workshop: false
social: true
price: $7-$20
organisation: Portland Country Dance Community
cancelled: true
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Columbia Contra Dance
details: "Contra dance to live music. No partner or experience necessary. Newcomers workshop & socializing is at 6:30pm, and the first contra is at 7:00pm. Give what you can. The suggested donation is $10 per dancer. If using Venmo to @contracola-sc, add 50 cents. No donation expected for kids 12 & under, and they must be supervised by a parent."
links:
- "https://www.contracola.org/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/columbia-contra-dance-at-arsenal-hill-park/"
start: "2025-05-24T18:30:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-24T22:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: SC
city: Columbia
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $10
organisation: Columbia Traditional Music and Dance
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: CDK Contra & Square Dance
details: "Contra & Square Dance – Beginning Workshop 7pm, Dancing 7:30-10:30pm \nSuggested donation $5-$20"
links:
- "https://www.countrydancinginkalamazoo.com/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/cdk-contra-square-dance-2/2025-05-24/"
start: "2025-05-24T19:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-24T22:30:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: MI
city: Kalamazoo
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $5-$20
organisation: CDSS
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Valley Contra Dance
details: "We dance twice a month, 2nd and 4th Saturdays.\nDance instruction at 7:00 PM\nNo partner or experience needed!\nThe moves in the dances are called by a caller, and the music is always live.\nParking is available right next to the church or on the street. Please enter on Prospect St.\nPlease carry in clean soft-soled shoes for dancing, to protect the floor (and our reputation). Sneakers are usually fine. FREE large socks with treads are provided to cover your street shoes if necessary.\nSliding scale—pay what you wish. Suggested: $8 (student), $15 (friend of VCDS), $20+ (supporter). Children 12 and under accompanied by a paying adult FREE.\nSpecial Pricing for Double Dances"
links:
- "https://valleycontradance.org/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/valley-contra-dance/2025-05-24/"
start: "2025-05-24T19:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-24T22:30:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: PA
city: Bethlehem
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $8-$20
organisation: Valley Contra Dance Society
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Mendocino English Country Dance
details: "Fourth Saturday of every month (check our calendar for occasional date changes). \nLive music with Take a Dance, the Mendocino English Country Dance Orchestra. \nDances taught and prompted by alternating local and guest callers. \nFun and friendly dancers welcome newcomers in an inclusive and enjoyable environment. Everyone gets to dance!"
links:
- "https://www.mendoecd.org/events/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/mendocino-english-country-dance/2025-05-24/"
start: "2025-05-24T19:30:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-24T22:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: CA
city: Caspar
styles:
- ecd
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Take a Dance
price: $15
organisation: Mendocino English Country Dance
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: "Princeton Country Dancers' Combination Contra and English Country Dance"
details: "Combination Contra and English Country Dance every 4th Saturday, 7:30-10:30 (except February)"
links:
- "https://www.princetoncountrydancers.org/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/princeton-country-dancers-combination-contra-and-english-country-dance/2025-05-24/"
start: "2025-05-24T19:30:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-24T22:30:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: NJ
city: Princeton
styles:
- contra
- ecd
workshop: true
social: true
price: $15
organisation: CDSS
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: NACDS Contra Dance
details: "Every 2nd & 4th Saturday starting 2024.\nContra Dance in the gym at Faith Presbyterian Church, Huntsville, AL.\nNewcomers at 6:30pm; dance 7 pm Central time.\nCheck Facebook for updated info under North Alabama Country Dance Society.\nWear soft-soled shoes and bring your own resealable water container.\nMembers $10; non-members $15."
links:
- "https://cdss.org/event/north-alabama-country-dance-society-contra-dance/2025-05-24/"
start: "2025-05-24T18:30:00-05:00"
end: "2025-05-24T23:00:00-05:00"
country: USA
state: AL
city: Huntsville
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $10-$15
organisation: CDSS
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Scissortail Contra Dance
details: "Scissortail Contra Dance in Oklahoma City, second and fourth Saturdays. Check our Facebook or our website for more details!"
links:
- "https://scissortail.org/calendar/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/scissortail-contra-dance-in-oklahoma-city/2025-05-24/"
start: "2025-05-24T19:00:00-05:00"
end: "2025-05-24T22:00:00-05:00"
country: USA
state: OK
city: Oklahoma City
styles:
- contra
workshop: false
social: true
price: $15
organisation: Scissortail Traditional Dance Society
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Contra Dance
details: "HATDS hosts contra dances on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of most months. We dance to live music. All skill levels are welcome and all dances are called. Bring water and clean shoes! \nThe admission price for contra dances is $10 for members, $15 for non-members. Cash, checks, credit cards, and digital wallets are currently accepted at the door. If paying cash, please bring correct change. No large bills accepted."
links:
- "https://hatds.org/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/contra-dancing-in-houston-tx/2025-05-24/"
start: "2025-05-24T19:30:00-05:00"
end: "2025-05-24T22:30:00-05:00"
country: USA
state: TX
city: Houston
styles:
- contra
workshop: false
social: true
price: $10-$15
organisation: Houston Area Traditional Dance Society
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Contra Dance at Tapestry Folkdance Center
details: "Every Saturday\nLARGE STUDIO\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n7:30 – 8:00 pm Lesson\n8:00 – 11:00 pm Dance\n \nCost:\nLive Music: $15 General Admission | $12 Tapestry Member | $8 Young Adult (Ages 18-30) | $4 Youth (Ages 10-17) | Under 10 – Free \n“Pay What You Choose” first seven days of every month (1st through the 7th)\nRecorded Music: $12 General | $10 Members | $7 Young Adult & Youth (Ages 10 -21) \nWhat is Contra Dance?\nIn a Contra dance, a leader, known as a caller, teaches basic dance steps during an introductory “walk-through” of the dance. Dancers learn by walking through the steps and formations, following the caller’s instructions. The dance figures are similar to those of old-time square dancing except the figures are usually danced in a line, with leaders and followers facing each other. \nThese dances are lively, social, easy to learn, and aerobic. Although you will dance with a partner, it isn’t necessary to come with one. All dances are taught and are usually done in “long-ways sets” (partners facing in long lines down the hall). Many of the regular Tapestry Folkdance Center Contra bands play old-time music (similar to bluegrass), but the music at any given Saturday night Contra may reflect a range of music traditions, such as New England, French Canadian, Irish, Scottish, Cape Breton and modern compositions. \nHow does Contra Dance Work?\n“A contra dance can be thought of as a triangle of energy with the three vertices being the musicians, the dancers and the caller. Magical evenings occur when all three come together, feeding off of each others’ energy to raise and sustain an atmosphere of fun and joy. The caller’s role in this is paramount. Good music and dancers without a good caller may not be magical. Poor teaching, lack of rapport or inappropriately selected dances can lead to frustration. But a good caller can make even new dancers feel like they are good, and by working with the musicians to match music to dances, set the right tempo, and feed off the energy of everyone in the hall, the caller can help make magic.”\nby Beau Farmer, Tapestry Folkdance Center Contra Caller"
links:
- "https://www.tapestryfolkdance.org/contra"
- "https://cdss.org/event/contra-dance-at-tapestry-folkdance-center/2025-05-24/"
start: "2025-05-24T19:30:00-05:00"
end: "2025-05-24T23:00:00-05:00"
country: USA
state: MN
city: Minneapolis
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Flour City Doughboys
callers:
- Don Gatheridge
price: $4-$15
organisation: Tapestry Folkdance Center
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Palo Alto Contra Dance
links:
- "https://paloaltocontradance.org/calendar/"
start: "2025-05-24T18:30:00-07:00"
end: "2025-05-24T22:00:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: CA
city: Palo Alto
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Magic Reelism
callers:
- Celia Ramsay
price: $20
organisation: Palo Alto Contra Dance
source: events/usa/palo_alto.yaml
- name: Anaheim Contra Dance
details: "Anaheim Contra Dances are held every 4th Saturday January-November 6:30-9:30pm PST. \nAlways live music! \nFamily-friendly, no partner required. \nEasy introductory lesson for beginners @ 6:30pm.\n\nFree parking."
links:
- "https://www.thelivingtradition.org/tltbodydance.html"
- "https://cdss.org/event/anaheim-contra-dance/2025-05-24/"
start: "2025-05-24T18:30:00-07:00"
end: "2025-05-24T21:30:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: CA
city: Anaheim
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $12-$18
organisation: The Living Tradition
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Contra Dance
details: "Contra dance at the MARC (111 E. 100 N.) in Moab, UT Saturday, May 24th, with music by the Moab Community Dance Band and calling by Sam Smith from Boulder, CO. $10 suggested donation. Beginners workshop at 7:30, and the dance starts at 8pm."
links:
- "https://www.facebook.com/events/693533506397823/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/contra-dance/"
start: "2025-05-24T19:30:00-06:00"
end: "2025-05-24T22:00:00-06:00"
country: USA
state: UT
city: Moab
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Moab Community Dance Band
callers:
- Sam Smith
price: $10
organisation: Moab Community Dance Band
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Sacramento Contra Dance
details: "Contra Dancing in Sacramento! Every 2nd and 4th Saturday, 7-10PM, at 4623 T St., Sacramento. Check our website for details. \nCost: $12 for adults; $8 for college students with ID; $5 for dancers under 18; $25 maximum for families (cash or check). If cost is the only thing preventing you being being there, please talk to the greeters at the door."
links:
- "https://sactocds.wordpress.com/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/sacramento-ca-contra-dance-2nd-and-4th-saturdays/2025-05-24/"
start: "2025-05-24T18:30:00-07:00"
end: "2025-05-24T22:00:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: CA
city: Sacramento
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $5-$12
organisation: Sacramento Country Dance Society
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: 4th Saturdays Contra Dance
details: "Mark your calendars now for the next Saturday night dance at Fulton Hall. Dances are called using gender-neutral terms. \n\n\n7:00 pm newcomer/refresher lesson\n7:30 pm dancing starts\n10:30 dancing ends\n\nSliding scale $6-$20. \nSome dancers head to a pub for “afters”—all are welcome!"
links:
- "https://portlandcountrydance.org/upcoming/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/portland-country-dance-community-4th-saturdays-contra-dance/2025-05-24/"
start: "2025-05-24T19:00:00-07:00"
end: "2025-05-24T22:30:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: OR
city: Portland
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $6-$20
organisation: Portland Country Dance Community
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: English Country Dance Atlanta
details: "2nd, 4th, and 5th Sunday afternoons \n$9, cash or check"
links:
- "https://ecdatlanta.org/schedule.htm"
- "https://cdss.org/event/english-country-dance-atlanta-2nd-4th-and-5th-sunday-afternoons/2025-05-25/"
start: "2025-05-25T15:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-25T17:30:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: GA
city: Atlanta
styles:
- ecd
workshop: false
social: true
price: $9
organisation: CDSS
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Louisville English Country Dance
details: Louisville English Country Dance meets on the 2nd and last Sundays of most months. Please check our website for details.
links:
- "https://www.louisvilleecd.org/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/louisville-english-country-dance/2025-05-25/"
start: "2025-05-25T15:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-25T17:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: KY
city: Louisville
styles:
- ecd
workshop: false
social: true
price: $5
organisation: Louisville English Country Dancers
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: English Country Dance
details: "All are welcome to join us for another very fine afternoon of English Country Dance. Spread the word and bring all your friends, family and neighbors! \n\n3:30pm-4:00pm, Newcomers’ Session\n4:00pm-6:15-ish pm, Dance\nLeader: TBA\nLive Music: TBA\nBring a snack to share during the break-out in the parlor.\nWear comfortable clothes and non-marking shoes.\n\nWe are deeply grateful to be a part of our community dance organization, The Old Farmers Ball, and for their promotion and support of area traditional dance and music. \nFree of charge. \nFor schedule updates, visit the Old Farmers Ball website."
links:
- "https://oldfarmersball.com/english-country-dance/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/asheville-sunday-afternoon-english-country-dance-2/2025-05-25/"
start: "2025-05-25T15:30:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-25T18:15:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: NC
city: Asheville
styles:
- ecd
workshop: true
social: true
price: free
organisation: CDSS
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: English Country Dance
details: "Twice-monthly English Country Dance session in Colorado Springs, CO. Each dance will be taught and then practiced. Great social atmosphere and fun!"
links:
- "https://cdss.org/event/english-country-dance/2025-05-25/"
start: "2025-05-25T13:45:00-06:00"
end: "2025-05-25T15:45:00-06:00"
country: USA
state: CO
city: Colorado Springs
styles:
- ecd
workshop: false
social: true
organisation: CDSS
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Scottish Country Dance
details: Social dance of Scotland. Does not require a partner
links:
- "https://scdcolorado.org/Weekly_Classes.html"
- "https://boulderdance.org/event/boulder-scottish-country-dance/2025-05-25/"
start: "2025-05-25T16:30:00-06:00"
end: "2025-05-25T18:30:00-06:00"
country: USA
state: CO
city: Boulder
styles:
- scd
workshop: true
social: false
price: $5
organisation: Scottish Country Dancers of Colorado
source: events/usa/boulder.yaml
- name: Hayward Contra Dance
details: "We typically dance on the 2nd & 4th Sunday of each month. \nFor years, the Hayward Contra has drawn dancers from all over the Bay Area and beyond. \nSome of the unique features that have drawn a loyal following are: \nHayward is centrally located and the venue, The Hill and Valley Club, 1808 ‘B’ Street, Hayward, CA, is easy to reach by BART or car. \nAs a weekend dance, we have attracted dancers with busy work schedules. \nMeeting in the afternoon from 4-7pm, dancers coming from greater distances were able to manage the travel time both before and after the dances. \nOur venue, the Hill and Valley Club, is one of the airiest dance halls in the bay area. \nThese features have allowed us to attract a very diverse multigenerational crowd that is comfortable with our gender-neutral atmosphere. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have a Facebook group."
links:
- "https://sfbaycontra.org/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/hayward-ca-contra-dance/2025-05-25/"
start: "2025-05-25T16:00:00-07:00"
end: "2025-05-25T19:00:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: CA
city: Hayward
styles:
- contra
workshop: false
social: true
price: $15-$20
organisation: CDSS
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: English Country Dance at Tapestry Folkdance Center
details: "Every Sunday \nSmall Studio\n7:00 – 9:00 pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2nd Sunday of the Month\nLive Music with Anytime English Players | 6:30 – 9:00 pm \nCost:\nRecorded Music: $12 General Admission | $9 Tapestry Member | $8 Young Adult (Ages 18-30) | $4 Youth (Ages 10-17) | Under 10 – Free\nLive Music: $15 General Admission | $12 Tapestry Member | $8 Young Adult (Ages 18-30) | $4 Youth (Ages 10-17) | Under 10 – Free\n\n“Pay What You Choose” first seven days of every month (1st through the 7th) – Newcomers especially encouraged to attend! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEnglish country dancing is an accessible social dance form with a history going back several centuries. This is the dancing of Queen Elizabeth I, of Jane Austen, and a living tradition that inspires musical compositions and choreographies today. The music can be stately or spritely, traditional or modern, recorded or live. It is danced with simple walking or skipping steps in time to the music. All dances are taught and are usually done in “long-ways sets” with partners facing in lines down the hall. After a walk-through, the easy-to-learn figures are called throughout the dance as you interact with other couples in your set and then move on to the next and repeat.\n\nYou can come by yourself and be assured of dancing throughout the evening, since our tradition is to welcome and teach beginners and change partners for each dance. Anyone can invite anyone else to dance, regardless of gender or experience. English country dance will satisfy your wish for pleasurable exercise, a warm social community, mental stimulation, or even transcendent aesthetic experiences. We invite you to join us!"
links:
- "https://www.tapestryfolkdance.org/english-country-dance"
- "https://cdss.org/event/english-country-dance-at-tapestry-folkdance-center-3/2025-05-25/"
start: "2025-05-25T18:30:00-05:00"
end: "2025-05-25T21:00:00-05:00"
country: USA
state: MN
city: Minneapolis
styles:
- ecd
workshop: false
social: true
bands:
- Anytime English Players
price: $4-$15
organisation: Tapestry Folkdance Center
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Contra Dance in St Louis
details: Weekly contra dance in St Louis area (actually Webster Groves MO). Always great live music. First dance each month features open calling.
links:
- "https://www.childgrove.org/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/contra-dance-in-st-louis/2025-05-25/"
start: "2025-05-25T18:30:00-05:00"
end: "2025-05-25T21:30:00-05:00"
country: USA
state: MO
city: Webster Groves
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $10
organisation: Childgrove Country Dancers
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Gainesville English Country Dance
details: "We dance to live music by Hoggetowne Fancy every Monday at United Church of Gainesville, 1624 NW 5th Avenue. Cost is $5 for the hall plus a similar amount for the band. This dance is open to all. All dances are taught, walked through and called. There is a lesson at 6:10."
links:
- "https://cdss.org/event/gainesville-florida-english-country-dance/2025-05-26/"
start: "2025-05-26T18:10:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-26T20:30:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: FL
city: Gainesville
styles:
- ecd
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Hoggetowne Fancy
price: $10
organisation: Gainesville English Country Dance
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Asheville Monday Night Contra Dance
details: "New Location, Times, & Admission \nThe Ivy Building at Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College\n9 Genevieve Circle, Asheville, NC 28801\n(On GPS, type the address, not the building name! The building looks like an old church and is across from the Ferguson Medical Building at 10 Genevieve Circle.) \n\nLesson: 7:00pm – 7:30pm\nDance: 7:30pm – 10:00pm\n$0 – $50 Sliding Scale; $12 Suggested\nCheck our Facebook page for caller and musician info\n\nThe Asheville Monday Night Contra Dance, every Monday. Dancing to a live band and caller! Contra dancing is fun and energetic. The welcoming atmosphere makes it a perfect evening for beginners as well as seasoned contra dancers. \nBeginners are welcome, lesson 7:00pm–7:30pm. Contra dancing from 7:30pm–10:00pm. A waltz ends the night! \nSafe dance for all! Families welcome. All ages, races & ethnicities, LGBTQIA+ welcome. No discrimination or bullying of any kind will be tolerated. Volunteers earn a free dance. \nBring a water bottle. Bring comfortable, smooth soled shoes to dance in. No partner required. No experience needed for the beginners’ lesson."
links:
- "https://themondaynightdance.wixsite.com/home/about"
- "https://cdss.org/event/the-asheville-monday-night-contra-dance/2025-05-26/"
start: "2025-05-26T19:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-26T22:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: NC
city: Asheville
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $0-$50
organisation: Meredith RosemanYager
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Knoxville Monday Night Contra
details: "Contra dancing to live music every Monday evening in Knoxville, TN. The dance begins at 7:30 with a lesson for new folks starting at 7:00. Everyone welcome."
links:
- "https://www.knoxvillecontra.org/schedule"
- "https://cdss.org/event/knoxville-monday-night-contra/2025-05-26/"
start: "2025-05-26T19:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-26T22:30:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: TN
city: Knoxville
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $5-$10
organisation: Knoxville Contra Dance
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Monday Cincinnati Contra Dance
details: "Weekly Contra Dance at Wyoming Fine Arts Center, including waltz and maybe squares. Live music from many rotating bands. Many rotating callers using gendered or gender-free prompts. Teaching at 7 pm. Dance from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm."
links:
- "https://www.cincinnaticontradance.org/schedule.htm"
- "https://cdss.org/event/monday-cincinnati-contra-dance/2025-05-26/"
start: "2025-05-26T19:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-26T21:30:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: OH
city: Wyoming
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $2-$5
organisation: Cincinnati Contra Dance
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Monday Contra Dance
details: "What better way to start the week? Only $5! It’s Monday, and we (almost) always dance on Monday."
links:
- "https://www.monadnockfolk.org/contra-dances/the-nelson-monday-night-dance/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/monday-contra-dance-in-nelson-nh/2025-05-26/"
start: "2025-05-26T19:30:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-26T22:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: NH
city: Nelson
styles:
- contra
workshop: false
social: true
price: $5
organisation: Monadnock Folklore Society
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Louisville Contra Dance
details: "Louisville, Kentucky’s weekly Monday night contra dance, always featuring live music from the Monday Night All Stars open band! Dancing is 8:00-10:30pm with a beginner’s lesson at 7:30pm. Waltzing and snacks available at the break. Check out our website for details on the caller and special performances. Open calling on 5th Mondays!"
links:
- "https://www.louisvillecountrydancers.org/dance-with-us-1"
- "https://cdss.org/event/louisville-contra-dance/2025-05-26/"
start: "2025-05-26T19:30:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-26T22:30:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: KY
city: Louisville
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Monday Night All Stars
price: $5-$10
organisation: Louisville Country Dancers
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Monday Evening English Country Dance
details: "All are welcome to join us for an evening of English country dance with live music. All dances talked and walked through. Easy parking, air conditioning, and fans. Snacks are encouraged for the break! Please register online at our website."
links:
- "https://www.bfms.org/mondayDance.php"
- "https://cdss.org/event/monday-evening-english-country-dance-in-baltimore/2025-05-26/"
start: "2025-05-26T20:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-26T22:30:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: MD
city: Baltimore
styles:
- ecd
workshop: false
social: true
price: $10-$15
organisation: CDSS
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Ashland Country Dancers
details: "The Ashland Branch of the Heather and the Rose Country Dancers hosts a weekly English dance (with some Scottish). Since formation in 1980, all dances are taught with positional/global language. We use recorded music most evenings."
links:
- "http://www.heatherandrose.org/activities/ongoing.shtml"
- "https://cdss.org/event/ashland-country-dancers-english-country-dance/2025-05-26/"
start: "2025-05-26T19:00:00-07:00"
end: "2025-05-26T21:30:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: OR
city: Ashland
styles:
- ecd
workshop: false
social: true
price: $5
organisation: The Heather and the Rose Country Dancers
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Beginner Scandinavian dance classes
details: NO CLASS TONIGHT!
links:
- "https://skandia-folkdance.org/"
start: "2025-05-26T19:00:00-07:00"
end: "2025-05-26T21:00:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: WA
city: Seattle
styles:
- scandi
workshop: true
social: false
price: free
organisation: Skandia Folkdance Society
cancelled: true
source: events/usa/skandia.yaml
- name: Tuesday English Country Dance
details: "We dance to live music from our wonderful local musicians. All dances taught and prompted. Wear comfortable clothes and bring flat, non-slippy shoes to change into. Pay what you can; $8 donation helps cover the hall, band, and callers. Masks are welcome at the dance."
links:
- "https://aactmad.org/english-country"
- "https://cdss.org/event/ann-arbor-tuesday-english-country-dance/2025-05-27/"
start: "2025-05-27T19:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-27T21:30:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: MI
city: Ann Arbor
styles:
- ecd
workshop: false
social: true
price: $8
organisation: AACTMAD
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Park Avenue Contra
details: Joyful community contra dancing on 2nd & 4th Tuesdays. Sit-in musicians welcome on 2nd Tuesdays for our By-Ear Open Band (tunes + other details on our website).
links:
- "https://parkavenuecontra.org/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/park-avenue-contra-swarthmore-pa-2/2025-05-27/"
start: "2025-05-27T19:15:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-27T21:30:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: PA
city: Swarthmore
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Box & String
callers:
- Alex Burka
- Rick Mohr
price: $10-$15
organisation: Jenny Beer
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Williamsburg Tuesday Night English Dance
details: "Come join us for English Country Dancing on Tuesdays from 8-10 pm in Williamsburg, VA. All are welcome! No partner, previous dance experience, or registration is required. We start with easier dances and work up to more complicated material, so if it’s your first time attending, we recommend arriving by 8 pm. Come dance with us!"
links:
- "https://williamsburgheritagedancers.org/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/williamsburg-va-tuesday-night-english-dance/2025-05-27/"
start: "2025-05-27T20:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-27T22:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: VA
city: Williamsburg
styles:
- ecd
workshop: false
social: true
organisation: Williamsburg Heritage Dancers
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: English Country Dance Class
details: "Whether you are brand new or LOVE this style of dancing, Tuesday nights in Pasadena is where you learn the skills to dance with elegance and ease! It’s a great mid-week pick-me-up with dance friends old and new. We dance on the 2nd, 4th, and 5th Tuesday of the month. \nPay $10 at the door, and pre-register on our website to receive all of the pertinent details! \nPlan on sticking around for after-hours socializing and getting the latest details on a favorite dance, the next ball, or that costume question you always wanted to ask."
links:
- "https://historicalteaanddance.org/#Tuesdaydances"
- "https://cdss.org/event/english-country-dance-classes-in-pasadena/2025-05-27/"
start: "2025-05-27T19:15:00-07:00"
end: "2025-05-27T21:30:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: CA
city: Pasadena
styles:
- ecd
workshop: true
social: false
price: $10
organisation: Historical Tea & Dance Society
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Berkeley English Dance
details: "BACDS (Bay Area Country Dance Society) presents dances every Thursday night (except holidays) at \nChrist Church Berkeley, 2138 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA. \nContra dancing happens on the 1st, 3rd, & 5th Thursday of the month, from 8pm to 10:30pm. \nEnglish Country Dancing happens on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, from 7:45pm to 10pm. \nBoth are are preceded by beginners’ lessons. \nIn addition, there is an experienced English dance on the 4th Saturday of the month from 7:30pm to 10pm at the same location. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have Facebook groups: \n\nBerkeley Contra Dance\nBerkeley English Country Dance"
links:
- "https://www.bacds.org/series/english/berkeley_wed/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/berkeley-ca-contra-and-english-dances/2025-05-29/"
start: "2025-05-27T19:15:00-07:00"
end: "2025-05-27T22:00:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: CA
city: Berkeley
styles:
- ecd
workshop: true
social: true
price: $6-$25
organisation: Bay Area Country Dance Society
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: English Country Dance
details: "English Country Dance. All levels welcome, newcomers through advanced dancers. Skills session at 6:40 pm. Occasional live music. Please bring clean, soft-soled shoes and a sunny disposition. All dances taught using mostly positional language."
links:
- "https://oldfarmersball.com/english-country-dance/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/english-country-dance-asheville-nc-3/2025-05-28/"
start: "2025-05-28T18:40:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-28T21:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: NC
city: Asheville
styles:
- ecd
workshop: true
social: true
organisation: Luanne Stiles
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: English Country Dance at Guiding Star Grange
details: "Join us in Greenfield for an evening of English Country Dancing. Lively, elegant, and fun: English country dances from 1650 to today, with a rotating cast of stellar musicians and callers.
\nCost: $10-$20, sliding scale. \nSee venue website for this month’s details and Covid policy."
links:
- "https://www.guidingstargrange.org/events.html"
- "https://cdss.org/event/second-fourth-wednesday-english-country-dance-at-guiding-star-grange/2025-05-28/"
start: "2025-05-28T19:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-28T21:30:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: MA
city: Greenfield
styles:
- ecd
workshop: false
social: true
price: $10-$20
organisation: Graham Christian
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Bloomington Contra Dance
details: "Please see our home page for the latest information. \nEntrance fee: by sliding scale donation, with a suggested range from $3 to $20. \nStriving Toward Safe Space Policy: We hope to create a dance in which everyone feels safe and welcome. Please take a moment to review our policy on respect and consent. \nMembership: Membership is optional. Both members and non-members pay a sliding scale entrance fee; see above. \nVolunteers are always welcome! Sign up with a dance coordinator for set-up or clean-up if you’d like! Many of us also go out for drinks and munchies after each Wednesday night dance."
links:
- "https://bloomingtoncontra.org/wednesday-dances/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/bloomington-contra-dance/2025-05-28/"
start: "2025-05-28T19:30:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-28T21:30:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: IN
city: Bloomington
styles:
- contra
workshop: false
social: true
price: $3-$20
organisation: Bloomington Old Time Music and Dance Group
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Richmond English Country Dance
details: "Please join us for our weekly English Country Dancing Wednesday night social at 7:30 p.m. All dances are taught, walked through, and called. No experience or partner are required, just a pair of comfortable shoes. New dancers are asked to please come at at least 10 minutes before the start of the session. The first night is free; after that $2 per evening."
links:
- "https://colonialdanceclubofrichmond.com/english-dance-calendar"
- "https://cdss.org/event/richmond-va-english-country-dance-2/2025-05-28/"
start: "2025-05-28T19:30:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-28T21:30:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: VA
city: Richmond
styles:
- ecd
workshop: false
social: true
price: $2
organisation: Colonial Dance Club of Richmond
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Princeton Country Dancers’ Contra Dance
details: "Weekly contra dance on Wednesday nights, 8:00-10:30."
links:
- "https://www.princetoncountrydancers.org/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/princeton-country-dancers-contra-dance/2025-05-28/"
start: "2025-05-28T19:30:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-28T22:30:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: NJ
city: Princeton
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $15
organisation: CDSS
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: FSGW English Country Dance
details: "In-person dancing at Glen Echo Town Hall. \nWith live music! \nYou may register in advance (preferred) or at the door. Attendance will be limited to 50 dancers and spectators, so if you are planning on registering at the door, please check the event page beforehand to see how many spaces are left. \nIf you have not previously attended a Wednesday night English country dance at Glen Echo, you may select “first time free” when registering. New dancers are welcome. If you have no previous English country dance experience or would like a refresher, please arrive at around 7:30 for a lesson. \nCOVID info: masks and vaccinations encouraged but not required. More info \nThe dance is held in the upstairs room of the Glen Echo Town Hall. \nIf you’d like to get weekly reminders and other email of interest to our local dancers, please send an email to ecd.registrar@fsgw.org to be added to the list. \nGeneral information on our English Country Dance web page \nMember (FSGW, BFMS, CDSS, ATDS) – $15.00 \nNon-member – $17.00 \nStudents and Limited income – $8.00"
links:
- "https://fsgw.org/event-6152298"
- "https://cdss.org/event/fsgw-english-country-dance/2025-05-28/"
start: "2025-05-28T20:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-28T22:30:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: MD
city: Glen Echo
styles:
- ecd
workshop: true
social: true
callers:
- Andrea Nettleton
price: $8-$17
organisation: Folklore Society of Greater Washington
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Nordic dance class
details: "Lisa Brooks and Elaine Mathies will teach the series from May 14 through June 18. They will focus on reviewing the dances taught at Springdans Northwest 2025. \n\n \n The cost is $45 for Skandia members and $55 for non-members for the 6-week series ($10/ $12 per one-class drop-in). Bring clean shoes tochange into, with smooth soles and low, flat heels for easy turning. \n \nShow up any time (not necessarily at the beginning of the series); there’s no need to pre-register. Info: lisa@hambo.us or (206)258-2580."
links:
- "https://skandia-folkdance.org/"
start: "2025-05-28T19:00:00-07:00"
end: "2025-05-28T21:00:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: WA
city: Seattle
styles:
- scandi
workshop: true
social: false
price: $10-$12
organisation: Skandia Folkdance Society
source: events/usa/skandia.yaml
- name: San Francisco Contra Dance
details: "2nd & 4th Wednesday in San Francisco! \nRole names: The role names usually used at this series are “Larks” and “Robins.” \nBeginner lesson at 7:30, dance 8:00-10:30 \nCheck our website for details. \n$25 supporters; $20 non-members; $15 members; $6 students or low-income; or pay what you can."
links:
- "https://bacds.org/series/contra/san_francisco_wed/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/san-francisco-contra-dance/2025-05-28/"
start: "2025-05-28T19:30:00-07:00"
end: "2025-05-28T22:30:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: CA
city: San Francisco
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $6-$25
organisation: Bay Area Country Dance Society
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Cleveland Thursday English Country Dance
details: "Come join us every Thursday afternoon for English Country Dancing. \nCombination of live and recorded music, in an air-conditioned hall."
links:
- "https://englishcountryorg.wordpress.com/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/cleveland-thursday-english-country-dance/2025-05-29/"
start: "2025-05-29T13:30:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-29T15:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: OH
city: Cleveland Heights
styles:
- ecd
workshop: false
social: true
price: $3
organisation: Cleveland English Dance Community
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Lake City Contra Dance
details: "Thursday nights; doors open at 7 pm \nDances: intro/refresher workshop 7:15 pm, dancing 7:30 till 10:00 pm \nAdmission on a sliding scale $10 – 20 – pay what you can \nThe hall is well-ventilated and air-conditioned! \nFor more information call 206-525-0932, or send us email."
links:
- "https://seattledance.org/contra/lakecity/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/lake-city-contra-dance/2025-05-29/"
start: "2025-05-29T19:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-29T22:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: WA
city: Seattle
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $10-$20
organisation: Lake City Contra Dance
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Rochester Thursday Night Contras
details: "We are a welcoming contra group, dancing every week to live music. Please come! Check our website in case of last minute changes, and check out our videos on our Country Dancers of Rochester YouTube channel!"
links:
- "https://cdrochester.org/events/thursday-night-contra-254/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/rochester-ny-thursday-night-contras/2025-05-29/"
start: "2025-05-29T19:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-29T22:30:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: NY
city: Rochester
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Lake Effect
price: $5-$12
organisation: Country Dancers of Rochester
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Thursday Contra Dance
details: "Weekly Contra Dance – See our website for this week’s band and caller(s).\nMostly contras with occasional squares, mixers, four facing fours, and more. \n\n7:30pm New Dancer Lesson; 8:00pm to 10:30pm dancing\nMasks are no longer required but are welcomed.\nOur sliding scale is $10-$15-$20.\nOur role terms are Larks and Robins."
links:
- "https://thursdaycontra.com/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/thursday-contra-dance-in-philadelphia/2025-05-29/"
start: "2025-05-29T19:30:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-29T22:30:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: PA
city: Philadelphia
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $10-$20
organisation: PATMAD
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Chain Reaction
links:
- "https://www.tickettailor.com/events/chainreactiondance/1462651"
start: "2025-05-30T18:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-06-01T15:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: ME
city: Surry
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Drive Train
- Engine Room
callers:
- Alyssa Adkins
- Will Mentor
price: $80-$120
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: CFOOTMAD Family Contra Dance
details: "A contra dance for children of all ages. All dances will be taught and will have simple choreography suitable for young children and first-time dancers. Sliding scale admission of $5 to $15; max of $25 per family. There will be a short break with refreshments, half-way through the dance."
links:
- "https://boulderdance.org/event/cfootmad-family-contra-dance-2/"
start: "2025-05-30T17:30:00-06:00"
end: "2025-05-30T19:00:00-06:00"
country: USA
state: CO
city: Boulder
styles:
- contra
workshop: false
social: true
price: $5-$15
organisation: Colorado Friends of Old Time Music and Dance
source: events/usa/boulder.yaml
- name: ContraATL Weekly Dance
details: "Atlanta’s weekly contra dance features a variety of local and regional talent. We dance every Friday night except rare blackout dates, generally last two Fridays in December and the first Friday in January."
links:
- "https://contradance.org/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/contra-atl-weekly-dance/2025-05-30/"
start: "2025-05-30T19:30:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-30T22:30:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: GA
city: Decatur
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $7-$15
organisation: ContraATL
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Contra at Guiding Star Grange
details: "Caller and featured musicians vary each time; please check the Guiding Star Grange website for details. \nSchedule: 7:30 beginner lesson, 8:00-11:00 contras \nCost: $12-$20 sliding scale \nNote: Each dance series now has its own COVID protocol. We hope every dancer will feel comfortable at one or more dances."
links:
- "https://www.guidingstargrange.org/events.html"
- "https://cdss.org/event/fifth-friday-contra-at-guiding-star-grange/2025-05-30/"
start: "2025-05-30T19:30:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-30T23:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: MA
city: Greenfield
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Calico
callers:
- Luke Donforth
price: $12-$20
organisation: Jesse Ball
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Friday Night Contra at Glen Echo
details: "Join us in Glen Echo, Maryland, for a fun night of contras and an occasional square! There’s a free lesson at 7:30pm."
links:
- "https://www.fridaynightdance.com/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-at-glen-echo-maryland-2/2025-05-30/"
start: "2025-05-30T19:30:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-30T23:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: MD
city: Glen Echo
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $15
organisation: Friday Night Dancers
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Pittsburgh Contra Dance
details: "Come dance to live music by Good Intentions with caller River Rainbowface. Our free beginner lesson begins at 7:30pm. Complete beginners are welcome! As always, we will offer a couple waltzes during breaks. \n$15 suggested donation"
links:
- "https://pittsburghcontra.org/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/pittsburgh-contra-dance-11/"
start: "2025-05-30T19:30:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-30T23:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: PA
city: Pittsburgh
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Good Intentions
callers:
- River Rainbowface
price: $15
organisation: Pittsburgh Contra Dance
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Friday Contra Dance
details: "All are welcome to come and dance! You don’t need to bring a partner. Contra dancing is easy to learn. We have beginners’ lessons for anyone who hasn’t done it before, or wants a reminder. \n$5 – $25, pay what you can."
links:
- "https://www.nashvillecountrydancers.org/contra-dances"
- "https://cdss.org/event/friday-contra-dance-nashville-tn/2025-05-30/"
start: "2025-05-30T19:30:00-05:00"
end: "2025-05-30T22:30:00-05:00"
country: USA
state: TN
city: Nashville
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $5-$25
organisation: Nashville Country Dancers
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Hands Across Contra
details: "Lesson at 7; Dance at 7:30. Sliding admission $5 to $15."
links:
- "https://boulderdance.org/event/hands-across-contra-9/"
- "https://boulderdance.org/event/cfootmad-boulder-community-contra-dance-friday-april-18th-1st-and-3rd-fridays-each-month/2025-05-30/"
- "https://boulderdance.org/event/colorado-friends-of-old-time-music-and-dance-dance-community-contra-dance/2025-05-30/"
start: "2025-05-30T19:00:00-06:00"
end: "2025-05-30T22:30:00-06:00"
country: USA
state: CO
city: Boulder
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $5-$15
organisation: Colorado Friends of Old Time Music and Dance
source: events/usa/boulder.yaml
- name: Friday Night English Dance
details: "For details about venue, callers, or musicians, please go to our website, or email ecd-chair@portlandcountrydance.org \nSliding scale: $7 – $20."
links:
- "https://portlandcountrydance.org/calendar/?mc_id=6102"
- "https://cdss.org/event/pcdc-friday-night-english-dance-2/2025-05-30/"
start: "2025-05-30T19:30:00-07:00"
end: "2025-05-30T22:30:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: OR
city: Portland
styles:
- ecd
workshop: false
social: true
callers:
- Ric Goldman
price: $7-$20
organisation: Portland Country Dance Community
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Fifth Saturday Double Dance
details: "Caller and featured musicians vary each time; please check the Guiding Star Grange website for details. \nNote: Each dance series now has its own COVID protocol. We hope every dancer will feel comfortable at one or more dances."
links:
- "https://www.guidingstargrange.org/events.html"
- "https://cdss.org/event/fifth-saturday-contra-at-guiding-star-grange/2025-05-31/"
start: "2025-05-31T15:30:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-31T23:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: MA
city: Greenfield
styles:
- contra
- ecd
workshop: true
social: true
callers:
- Joanna Reiner Wilkinson
- Steve Zakon-Anderson
organisation: CDSS
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Montpelier Contra Dance
details: "Montpelier Contra Dance with callers and bands that perform regionally and nationally—see website or Facebook events\nBeginners, singles, and all ages are welcome; all dances are taught.\nGender-neutral role terms (Larks and Robins)\nNewcomers lesson 7:40 pm. Dancing 8-11pm.\nPlease bring clean soft-soled shoes.\nMasks optional / Excellent ventilation with open windows and ceiling exhaust fan (bring a sweater in cooler months)\nMore info at our website. \n$12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters.\nQuestions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com\nDancing 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays year round"
links:
- "https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance/2025-05-31/"
start: "2025-05-31T19:40:00-04:00"
end: "2025-05-31T23:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: VT
city: Berlin
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $5-$20
organisation: Montpelier Contra Dance
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Contra Dance at Tapestry Folkdance Center
details: "Every Saturday\nLARGE STUDIO\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n7:30 – 8:00 pm Lesson\n8:00 – 11:00 pm Dance\n \nCost:\nLive Music: $15 General Admission | $12 Tapestry Member | $8 Young Adult (Ages 18-30) | $4 Youth (Ages 10-17) | Under 10 – Free \n“Pay What You Choose” first seven days of every month (1st through the 7th)\nRecorded Music: $12 General | $10 Members | $7 Young Adult & Youth (Ages 10 -21) \nWhat is Contra Dance?\nIn a Contra dance, a leader, known as a caller, teaches basic dance steps during an introductory “walk-through” of the dance. Dancers learn by walking through the steps and formations, following the caller’s instructions. The dance figures are similar to those of old-time square dancing except the figures are usually danced in a line, with leaders and followers facing each other. \nThese dances are lively, social, easy to learn, and aerobic. Although you will dance with a partner, it isn’t necessary to come with one. All dances are taught and are usually done in “long-ways sets” (partners facing in long lines down the hall). Many of the regular Tapestry Folkdance Center Contra bands play old-time music (similar to bluegrass), but the music at any given Saturday night Contra may reflect a range of music traditions, such as New England, French Canadian, Irish, Scottish, Cape Breton and modern compositions. \nHow does Contra Dance Work?\n“A contra dance can be thought of as a triangle of energy with the three vertices being the musicians, the dancers and the caller. Magical evenings occur when all three come together, feeding off of each others’ energy to raise and sustain an atmosphere of fun and joy. The caller’s role in this is paramount. Good music and dancers without a good caller may not be magical. Poor teaching, lack of rapport or inappropriately selected dances can lead to frustration. But a good caller can make even new dancers feel like they are good, and by working with the musicians to match music to dances, set the right tempo, and feed off the energy of everyone in the hall, the caller can help make magic.”\nby Beau Farmer, Tapestry Folkdance Center Contra Caller"
links:
- "https://www.tapestryfolkdance.org/contra"
- "https://cdss.org/event/contra-dance-at-tapestry-folkdance-center/2025-05-31/"
start: "2025-05-31T19:30:00-05:00"
end: "2025-05-31T23:00:00-05:00"
country: USA
state: MN
city: Minneapolis
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Patchwork Players
callers:
- Beau Farmer
price: $4-$15
organisation: Tapestry Folkdance Center
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Palo Alto Contra Dance
links:
- "https://paloaltocontradance.org/calendar/"
start: "2025-05-31T18:30:00-07:00"
end: "2025-05-31T22:00:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: CA
city: Palo Alto
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Little Big Band
callers:
- Jean Gorrindo
price: $20
organisation: Palo Alto Contra Dance
source: events/usa/palo_alto.yaml
- name: Tucson Contra Dance
details: "Join us for our fifth Saturday contra dance! Doors open at 6:00 pm. Intro lesson at 6:30 pm. Dance from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm. Check our website for more details."
links:
- "https://tucsoncontradancers.org/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/tucson-contra-dance-3/2025-05-31/"
start: "2025-05-31T18:30:00-07:00"
end: "2025-05-31T22:00:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: AZ
city: Tucson
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $5-$10
organisation: Tucson Friends of Traditional Music%2C Inc.
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: 5th Saturdays Open Mike/Open Band Contra Dance
details: "Our Saturday night Open Mike Open Band dance at Fulton Hall. \nTwo local musicians will organize the music. Please contact them in advance so that you can learn about their musical plans. \nA local caller will lead the callers’ Open Mike. You can contact them in advance or show up and sign up for a calling slot. \n\n7:00 pm newcomer/refresher lesson\n7:30 pm dancing starts\n10:30 dancing ends\n\nSliding scale $6-$20. \nSome dancers head to a pub for “afters”—all are welcome!"
links:
- "https://portlandcountrydance.org/calendar/?mc_id=6079"
- "https://cdss.org/event/pcdc-5th-saturdays-open-mike-open-band-contra-dance/2025-05-31/"
start: "2025-05-31T19:00:00-07:00"
end: "2025-05-31T22:30:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: OR
city: Portland
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
callers:
- Kelly Tabor
price: $6-$20
organisation: Portland Country Dance Community
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Brownsville English Country Dance
details: "The winter series of ECD runs on the first Sundays for the winter – Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, & May. This dance welcomes all levels of dancers, from first-time dancers to experienced dancers. An introduction or review will be held if needed at 12:45. \n\nCaller: Jill Delaney\nMusicians: Carol Compton, piano; Thal Aylward, violin\nCost $15, sliding scale $12 to $20\nMask optional\nPotluck table at the break – feel free to bring something!\nAs always, if you are not feeling well, regardless of the reason, please stay home. We’ll be happy to see you next time!\nPlease bring clean, soft-soled shoes for dancing. Also bring a water bottle.\nSingles welcome!\nLocation is the Town Hall, 22 Hartland-Brownsville Rd., West Windsor, VT (some GPS want the town to be Brownsville, VT).\nThere is a great little store/cafe across the street if anyone wants lunch or dinner.\n\nThis dance is supported in part by a grant through the Country Dance & Song Society (CDSS)."
links:
- "https://cdss.org/event/brownsville-english-country-dance/2025-06-01/"
start: "2025-06-01T13:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-06-01T16:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: VT
city: West Windsor
styles:
- ecd
workshop: true
social: true
callers:
- Jill Delaney
price: $12-$20
organisation: CDSS
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Just For Fun - Country Dance Kalamazoo
details: "It’s an afternoon dance party and a workshop in a relaxed atmosphere. We offer a variety of dances: contra, English, squares, waltzes, etc. New callers can work through a dance, dancers can learn a new form of dance. Or. We just … dance! \nSuggested admission between $5-$20"
links:
- "https://www.countrydancinginkalamazoo.com/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/just-for-fun-country-dance-kalamazoo/2025-06-01/"
start: "2025-06-01T14:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-06-01T17:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: MI
city: Kalamazoo
styles:
- contra
- ecd
workshop: true
social: true
price: $5-$20
organisation: CDSS
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Concord English Country Dance
details: "Monthly English Country dances by the NH English Country Dance Society\nIntroduction to English dance basics at 2:30\nDance to live music from 3 to 6"
links:
- "https://manylives-oneworld.com/dave-bateman/nhecds/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/concord-nh-1st-sunday-english-country-dance-series/2025-06-01/"
start: "2025-06-01T14:30:00-04:00"
end: "2025-06-01T18:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: NH
city: Concord
styles:
- ecd
workshop: true
social: true
price: $10
organisation: New Hampshire English Country Dance Society
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Contra Dance
details: "Contra Dance in Colorado Springs, CO with live music. \nBeginner’s lesson at start of session. \n$10 adults; $5 students; children under 13 free with a paying adult."
links:
- "https://www.pptdcontra.com/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/contra-dance-5/2025-06-01/"
start: "2025-06-01T13:30:00-06:00"
end: "2025-06-01T16:30:00-06:00"
country: USA
state: CO
city: Colorado Springs
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $5-$10
organisation: Pikes Peak Traditional Dance
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: 1st Sunday English Country Dance
details: "HATDS ECD meets most 1st, 3rd, and 5th Sundays. All levels are welcomed at the 1st and 3rd Sundays. 5th Sunday dances are usually, but not always, for experienced dancers. The schedule sometimes changes, so check our event calendar before coming."
links:
- "https://hatds.org/ecd#hatds"
- "https://cdss.org/event/houston-area-traditional-dance-society-1st-sunday-english-country-dance/2025-06-01/"
start: "2025-06-01T14:45:00-05:00"
end: "2025-06-01T17:20:00-05:00"
country: USA
state: TX
city: Houston
styles:
- ecd
workshop: false
social: true
price: $10
organisation: Houston Area Traditional Dance Society
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Tea & Dancing
details: "Click here to register and purchase tickets\n \nComing to us from Palo Alto, Bruce Hamilton is one of the preeminent dance leaders in the country!\nBeloved by all who know him, Bruce’s many writings on English country dance are used by teachers around the world. We are extremely fortunate to be provided the opportunity to host a special event where our community can dance and learn from him. Don’t miss out on spending the afternoon with this exceptional dance master, Bruce Hamilton. \nWith music by the fabulous Green Willow (Jeffrey Spero, Laura Osborn, and Frank Hoppe). SCHEDULE for the day: \n\nSchedule for the day: \n\n1:30pm: Hall opens – please check-in at the front desk \n** Allow extra time as we will be collecting 2025 Waivers from each attendee. \n** (If you are designated to bring a food item, please arrive by 1:30pm!)\n2:00pm FUN-damentals\n2:30pm: Dance Program\n6:30pm: Event ends\n7:00pm: Hall closes\n\n\nBeginners welcome! \nNo partner needed! \nCostumes are not required! \nImportant costume note: \nIf you choose to wear one, please be certain you can move easily in your costume and do not wear anything that would impede you, or others, while dancing. Please note dresses that trail on the floor are not allowed as they impede dancing for all. High heels are not recommended for this style dance in general \nMore Info at HTDS site"
links:
- "https://historicalteaanddance.org/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/tea-dancing-with-visiting-dance-master-bruce-hamilton-and-music-by-green-willow/"
start: "2025-06-01T13:30:00-07:00"
end: "2025-06-01T19:00:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: CA
city: South Pasadena
styles:
- ecd
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Green Willow
callers:
- Bruce Hamilton
price: $30
organisation: Historical Tea & Dance Society
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Roseville English Country Dance
details: "English Country Dance at the Masonic Lodge, 235 Vernon St., Roseville! Check our website for the most current information."
links:
- "https://sactocds.wordpress.com/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/roseville-ca-first-sunday-english-country-dance/2025-06-01/"
start: "2025-06-01T14:00:00-07:00"
end: "2025-06-01T17:00:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: CA
city: Roseville
styles:
- ecd
workshop: false
social: true
price: $5-$12
organisation: Sacramento Country Dance Society
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Sebastopol 1st and 3rd Sunday English Dance
details: "English country dancing runs the gamut from sublime to silly, from elegant to energetic, and the dance repertoire draws from over 350 years of material. Our series offers delectable live music and skilled callers from the Bay Area and beyond. You can come by yourself or with friends, since we change partners after each dance. If you’ve ever done contra or square dancing, much of our dance vocabulary will be familiar to you since both of those styles evolved from English country dancing. \nThe dance is held the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month, 2-4:30 pm, to live music, all levels of experience welcome; and occasional 5th Sundays for Advanced dancers. Admission is $15 for members of NBCDS and its affiliates, $8 for young adults ages 19-30, and $3 for youth ages 6-18. Call 707-829-3478 for more information or contact kalia@nbcds.org \nNote: We sometimes need to make a venue or time change to accommodate special events. Please check the NBCDS calendar to confirm."
links:
- "https://nbcds.org/english-country-dance/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/sebastopol-1st-and-3rd-sunday-english-dance/2025-06-01/"
start: "2025-06-01T14:00:00-07:00"
end: "2025-06-01T16:30:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: CA
city: Sebastopol
styles:
- ecd
workshop: false
social: true
price: $3-$15
organisation: North Bay Country Dance Society
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Monterey Contra Dance
details: "Monterey Country Dance Community holds contra dances most first Sundays and third Saturdays, unless otherwise noted in our schedules and calendars. Come alone or bring a friend—beginners are always welcome! \n\nFirst Sundays: Lessons at 3:40 PM; dance from 4–7 PM\nThird Saturdays: Lessons at 6:40; dance from 7–10 PM.\n\nPrices: \n\n$15-$30, sliding scale, general admission\n$10-$25, members of MCDC, BACDS, CDSS or other sister organizations;\n$5, active military & full-time students, with ID;\nFREE! for children 12 & under"
links:
- "https://montereycontradance.org/index.html"
- "https://cdss.org/event/monterey-contra-dance-2/2025-06-01/"
start: "2025-06-01T15:40:00-07:00"
end: "2025-06-01T19:00:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: CA
city: Monterey
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $5-$30
organisation: Monterey Country Dance Community
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Contra Dance in St Louis
details: Weekly contra dance in St Louis area (actually Webster Groves MO). Always great live music. First dance each month features open calling.
links:
- "https://www.childgrove.org/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/contra-dance-in-st-louis/2025-06-01/"
start: "2025-06-01T18:30:00-05:00"
end: "2025-06-01T21:30:00-05:00"
country: USA
state: MO
city: Webster Groves
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $10
organisation: Childgrove Country Dancers
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: English Country Dance at Tapestry Folkdance Center
details: "Every Sunday \nSmall Studio\n7:00 – 9:00 pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2nd Sunday of the Month\nLive Music with Anytime English Players | 6:30 – 9:00 pm \nCost:\nRecorded Music: $12 General Admission | $9 Tapestry Member | $8 Young Adult (Ages 18-30) | $4 Youth (Ages 10-17) | Under 10 – Free\nLive Music: $15 General Admission | $12 Tapestry Member | $8 Young Adult (Ages 18-30) | $4 Youth (Ages 10-17) | Under 10 – Free\n\n“Pay What You Choose” first seven days of every month (1st through the 7th) – Newcomers especially encouraged to attend! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEnglish country dancing is an accessible social dance form with a history going back several centuries. This is the dancing of Queen Elizabeth I, of Jane Austen, and a living tradition that inspires musical compositions and choreographies today. The music can be stately or spritely, traditional or modern, recorded or live. It is danced with simple walking or skipping steps in time to the music. All dances are taught and are usually done in “long-ways sets” with partners facing in lines down the hall. After a walk-through, the easy-to-learn figures are called throughout the dance as you interact with other couples in your set and then move on to the next and repeat.\n\nYou can come by yourself and be assured of dancing throughout the evening, since our tradition is to welcome and teach beginners and change partners for each dance. Anyone can invite anyone else to dance, regardless of gender or experience. English country dance will satisfy your wish for pleasurable exercise, a warm social community, mental stimulation, or even transcendent aesthetic experiences. We invite you to join us!"
links:
- "https://www.tapestryfolkdance.org/english-country-dance"
- "https://cdss.org/event/english-country-dance-at-tapestry-folkdance-center-3/2025-06-01/"
start: "2025-06-01T19:00:00-05:00"
end: "2025-06-01T21:00:00-05:00"
country: USA
state: MN
city: Minneapolis
styles:
- ecd
workshop: false
social: true
price: $4-$12
organisation: Tapestry Folkdance Center
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Gainesville English Country Dance
details: "We dance to live music by Hoggetowne Fancy every Monday at United Church of Gainesville, 1624 NW 5th Avenue. Cost is $5 for the hall plus a similar amount for the band. This dance is open to all. All dances are taught, walked through and called. There is a lesson at 6:10."
links:
- "https://cdss.org/event/gainesville-florida-english-country-dance/2025-06-02/"
start: "2025-06-02T18:10:00-04:00"
end: "2025-06-02T20:30:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: FL
city: Gainesville
styles:
- ecd
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Hoggetowne Fancy
price: $10
organisation: Gainesville English Country Dance
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Asheville Monday Night Contra Dance
details: "New Location, Times, & Admission \nThe Ivy Building at Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College\n9 Genevieve Circle, Asheville, NC 28801\n(On GPS, type the address, not the building name! The building looks like an old church and is across from the Ferguson Medical Building at 10 Genevieve Circle.) \n\nLesson: 7:00pm – 7:30pm\nDance: 7:30pm – 10:00pm\n$0 – $50 Sliding Scale; $12 Suggested\nCheck our Facebook page for caller and musician info\n\nThe Asheville Monday Night Contra Dance, every Monday. Dancing to a live band and caller! Contra dancing is fun and energetic. The welcoming atmosphere makes it a perfect evening for beginners as well as seasoned contra dancers. \nBeginners are welcome, lesson 7:00pm–7:30pm. Contra dancing from 7:30pm–10:00pm. A waltz ends the night! \nSafe dance for all! Families welcome. All ages, races & ethnicities, LGBTQIA+ welcome. No discrimination or bullying of any kind will be tolerated. Volunteers earn a free dance. \nBring a water bottle. Bring comfortable, smooth soled shoes to dance in. No partner required. No experience needed for the beginners’ lesson."
links:
- "https://themondaynightdance.wixsite.com/home/about"
- "https://cdss.org/event/the-asheville-monday-night-contra-dance/2025-06-02/"
start: "2025-06-02T19:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-06-02T22:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: NC
city: Asheville
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $0-$50
organisation: Meredith RosemanYager
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Knoxville Monday Night Contra
details: "Contra dancing to live music every Monday evening in Knoxville, TN. The dance begins at 7:30 with a lesson for new folks starting at 7:00. Everyone welcome."
links:
- "https://www.knoxvillecontra.org/schedule"
- "https://cdss.org/event/knoxville-monday-night-contra/2025-06-02/"
start: "2025-06-02T19:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-06-02T22:30:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: TN
city: Knoxville
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $5-$10
organisation: Knoxville Contra Dance
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Monday Cincinnati Contra Dance
details: "Weekly Contra Dance at Wyoming Fine Arts Center, including waltz and maybe squares. Live music from many rotating bands. Many rotating callers using gendered or gender-free prompts. Teaching at 7 pm. Dance from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm."
links:
- "https://www.cincinnaticontradance.org/schedule.htm"
- "https://cdss.org/event/monday-cincinnati-contra-dance/2025-06-02/"
start: "2025-06-02T19:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-06-02T21:30:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: OH
city: Wyoming
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $2-$5
organisation: Cincinnati Contra Dance
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Monday Contra Dance
details: "What better way to start the week? Only $5! It’s Monday, and we (almost) always dance on Monday."
links:
- "https://www.monadnockfolk.org/contra-dances/the-nelson-monday-night-dance/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/monday-contra-dance-in-nelson-nh/2025-06-02/"
start: "2025-06-02T19:30:00-04:00"
end: "2025-06-02T22:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: NH
city: Nelson
styles:
- contra
workshop: false
social: true
price: $5
organisation: Monadnock Folklore Society
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Monday Night Contra & Square Dance
details: "The Chicago Barn Dance Company sponsors and supports contra dance, traditional square dance and old-time music in the Chicago area. Our dances are open to the public, with no costume, partner or experience necessary. Beginners are welcome and should arrive early in the evening, when the dances are usually easier and taught more completely. Lesson is at 6:30. \nWe usually dance in the 4th floor ballroom. \nVaccines are not required and masks are optional. Attendance will be registered at all dances for contact tracing."
links:
- "https://www.chicagobarndance.org/calendar/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/monday-night-contra-square-dance/2025-06-02/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/chicago-contra-dance/2025-06-02/"
start: "2025-06-02T18:30:00-05:00"
end: "2025-06-02T21:30:00-05:00"
country: USA
state: IL
city: Chicago
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $5-$10
organisation: Chicago Barn Dance Company
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Louisville Contra Dance
details: "Louisville, Kentucky’s weekly Monday night contra dance, always featuring live music from the Monday Night All Stars open band! Dancing is 8:00-10:30pm with a beginner’s lesson at 7:30pm. Waltzing and snacks available at the break. Check out our website for details on the caller and special performances. Open calling on 5th Mondays!"
links:
- "https://www.louisvillecountrydancers.org/dance-with-us-1"
- "https://cdss.org/event/louisville-contra-dance/2025-06-02/"
start: "2025-06-02T19:30:00-04:00"
end: "2025-06-02T22:30:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: KY
city: Louisville
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Monday Night All Stars
price: $5-$10
organisation: Louisville Country Dancers
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Monday Evening English Country Dance
details: "All are welcome to join us for an evening of English country dance with live music. All dances talked and walked through. Easy parking, air conditioning, and fans. Snacks are encouraged for the break! Please register online at our website."
links:
- "https://www.bfms.org/mondayDance.php"
- "https://cdss.org/event/monday-evening-english-country-dance-in-baltimore/2025-06-02/"
start: "2025-06-02T20:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-06-02T22:30:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: MD
city: Baltimore
styles:
- ecd
workshop: false
social: true
price: $10-$15
organisation: CDSS
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Ashland Country Dancers
details: "The Ashland Branch of the Heather and the Rose Country Dancers hosts a weekly English dance (with some Scottish). Since formation in 1980, all dances are taught with positional/global language. We use recorded music most evenings."
links:
- "http://www.heatherandrose.org/activities/ongoing.shtml"
- "https://cdss.org/event/ashland-country-dancers-english-country-dance/2025-06-02/"
start: "2025-06-02T19:00:00-07:00"
end: "2025-06-02T21:30:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: OR
city: Ashland
styles:
- ecd
workshop: false
social: true
price: $5
organisation: The Heather and the Rose Country Dancers
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Beginner Scandinavia dance classes near UW
details: "Room 209 (top floor, north side). This is near the UW. There is plenty of parking by the building. <i>Free!</i><p>Bring clean shoes to change into, with smooth soles and low, flat heels for easy turning. If you don’t have dance shoes, we have dance socks to help you turn easily. No need to pre-register. Vaccines are strongly encouraged, and masks are encouraged, but not required. Send any questions to <font><u><a href=\"mailto:lisa@hambo.us\" target=\"_blank\">lisa@hambo.us</a></u></font>or (206) 258-2580.</p>"
links:
- "https://skandia-folkdance.org/"
start: "2025-06-02T19:00:00-07:00"
end: "2025-06-02T21:00:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: WA
city: Seattle
styles:
- scandi
workshop: true
social: false
price: free
organisation: Skandia Folkdance Society
source: events/usa/skandia.yaml
- name: Indy Contra Dance
details: "We dance on the first Tuesday of the month, 7-9 pm ET. \nThere’s no smoking or drinking, and anyone’s welcome to dance together, regardless of age, experience, gender, preference for dogs or cats, etc. \nWe provide a brief new dancer intro / refresher / warm-up starting at 6:40, with dancing for everybody 7:00 – 9:00 pm Eastern Time. Venue is Englewood Christian Church, 57 N. Rural St., Indianapolis, Indiana. \nSliding scale, generally $5-$20. However, if you do not have enough money, ask for assistance."
links:
- "https://www.indycontra.org/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/indy-contra-dance/2025-06-03/"
start: "2025-06-03T18:40:00-04:00"
end: "2025-06-03T21:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: IN
city: Indianapolis
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $5-$20
organisation: Indy Contra
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Tuesday English Country Dance
details: "We dance to live music from our wonderful local musicians. All dances taught and prompted. Wear comfortable clothes and bring flat, non-slippy shoes to change into. Pay what you can; $8 donation helps cover the hall, band, and callers. Masks are welcome at the dance."
links:
- "https://aactmad.org/english-country"
- "https://cdss.org/event/ann-arbor-tuesday-english-country-dance/2025-06-03/"
start: "2025-06-03T19:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-06-03T21:30:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: MI
city: Ann Arbor
styles:
- ecd
workshop: false
social: true
price: $8
organisation: AACTMAD
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Williamsburg Tuesday Night English Dance
details: "Come join us for English Country Dancing on Tuesdays from 8-10 pm in Williamsburg, VA. All are welcome! No partner, previous dance experience, or registration is required. We start with easier dances and work up to more complicated material, so if it’s your first time attending, we recommend arriving by 8 pm. Come dance with us!"
links:
- "https://williamsburgheritagedancers.org/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/williamsburg-va-tuesday-night-english-dance/2025-06-03/"
start: "2025-06-03T20:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-06-03T22:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: VA
city: Williamsburg
styles:
- ecd
workshop: false
social: true
organisation: Williamsburg Heritage Dancers
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: BACDS Peninsula English Country Dance
details: "Peninsula English Country Dance meets 1st/3rd/5th Tuesdays, September to June. \nMembers $15, Non-members $20"
links:
- "https://www.bacds.org/series/english/peninsula/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/bacds-peninsula-english-country-dance-6/2025-06-03/"
start: "2025-06-03T19:30:00-07:00"
end: "2025-06-03T21:30:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: CA
city: Palo Alto
styles:
- ecd
workshop: false
social: true
price: $15-$20
organisation: Bay Area Country Dance Society
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: English Country Dance
details: "English Country Dance. All levels welcome, newcomers through advanced dancers. Skills session at 6:40 pm. Occasional live music. Please bring clean, soft-soled shoes and a sunny disposition. All dances taught using mostly positional language."
links:
- "https://oldfarmersball.com/english-country-dance/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/english-country-dance-asheville-nc-3/2025-06-04/"
start: "2025-06-04T18:40:00-04:00"
end: "2025-06-04T21:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: NC
city: Asheville
styles:
- ecd
workshop: true
social: true
price: donation
organisation: Luanne Stiles
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Bloomington Contra Dance
details: "Please see our home page for the latest information. \nEntrance fee: by sliding scale donation, with a suggested range from $3 to $20. \nStriving Toward Safe Space Policy: We hope to create a dance in which everyone feels safe and welcome. Please take a moment to review our policy on respect and consent. \nMembership: Membership is optional. Both members and non-members pay a sliding scale entrance fee; see above. \nVolunteers are always welcome! Sign up with a dance coordinator for set-up or clean-up if you’d like! Many of us also go out for drinks and munchies after each Wednesday night dance."
links:
- "https://bloomingtoncontra.org/wednesday-dances/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/bloomington-contra-dance/2025-06-04/"
start: "2025-06-04T19:30:00-04:00"
end: "2025-06-04T21:30:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: IN
city: Bloomington
styles:
- contra
workshop: false
social: true
price: $3-$20
organisation: Bloomington Old Time Music and Dance Group
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Richmond English Country Dance
details: "Please join us for our weekly English Country Dancing Wednesday night social at 7:30 p.m. All dances are taught, walked through, and called. No experience or partner are required, just a pair of comfortable shoes. New dancers are asked to please come at at least 10 minutes before the start of the session. The first night is free; after that $2 per evening."
links:
- "https://colonialdanceclubofrichmond.com/english-dance-calendar"
- "https://cdss.org/event/richmond-va-english-country-dance-2/2025-06-04/"
start: "2025-06-04T19:30:00-04:00"
end: "2025-06-04T21:30:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: VA
city: Richmond
styles:
- ecd
workshop: false
social: true
price: $2
organisation: Colonial Dance Club of Richmond
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Baltimore Folk Music Society Wednesday Contra Dance
details: "The Baltimore Folk Music Society presents Contra Dancing on 1st, 3rd, and 5th Wednesdays, 8:00 to 10:30 p.m., in the hall at Lovely Lane United Methodist Church. \n\nGender-free calling\nNo partner? No problem.\nNew dancer lesson every week at 7:30pm\nLive music from local, regional, and national bands\n\nAdmission \n\n$10 for members and affiliates (FSGW, ATDS)\n$15 for non-members\nUnder 21 and full-time students with IDs: Free!\n\nThe Wednesday Contra Dance is sponsored in part by a grant from the Maryland State Arts Council. \nSee our Contra dance FAQs for general information on Contra Dances. \nPlease see our Behavior Policy."
links:
- "https://www.bfms.org/squarecontra.php"
- "https://cdss.org/event/monday-night-english-country-dance-2/2025-06-04/"
start: "2025-06-04T19:30:00-04:00"
end: "2025-06-04T22:30:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: MD
city: Baltimore
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $10-$15
organisation: CDSS
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: FSGW English Country Dance
details: "In-person dancing at Glen Echo Town Hall. \nWith live music! \nYou may register in advance (preferred) or at the door. Attendance will be limited to 50 dancers and spectators, so if you are planning on registering at the door, please check the event page beforehand to see how many spaces are left. \nIf you have not previously attended a Wednesday night English country dance at Glen Echo, you may select “first time free” when registering. New dancers are welcome. If you have no previous English country dance experience or would like a refresher, please arrive at around 7:30 for a lesson. \nCOVID info: masks and vaccinations encouraged but not required. More info \nThe dance is held in the upstairs room of the Glen Echo Town Hall. \nIf you’d like to get weekly reminders and other email of interest to our local dancers, please send an email to ecd.registrar@fsgw.org to be added to the list. \nGeneral information on our English Country Dance web page \nMember (FSGW, BFMS, CDSS, ATDS) – $15.00 \nNon-member – $17.00 \nStudents and Limited income – $8.00"
links:
- "https://fsgw.org/event-6187692"
- "https://cdss.org/event/fsgw-english-country-dance/2025-06-04/"
start: "2025-06-04T19:30:00-04:00"
end: "2025-06-04T22:30:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: MD
city: Glen Echo
styles:
- ecd
workshop: true
social: true
callers:
- Kappy Laning
price: $8-$17
organisation: Folklore Society of Greater Washington
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Nordic dance class
details: "Lisa Brooks and Elaine Mathies will teach the series from May 14 through June 18. They will focus on reviewing the dances taught at Springdans Northwest 2025. \n\n \n The cost is $45 for Skandia members and $55 for non-members for the 6-week series ($10/ $12 per one-class drop-in). Bring clean shoes tochange into, with smooth soles and low, flat heels for easy turning. \n \nShow up any time (not necessarily at the beginning of the series); there’s no need to pre-register. Info: lisa@hambo.us or (206)258-2580."
links:
- "https://skandia-folkdance.org/"
start: "2025-06-04T19:00:00-07:00"
end: "2025-06-04T21:00:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: WA
city: Seattle
styles:
- scandi
workshop: true
social: false
price: $10-$12
organisation: Skandia Folkdance Society
source: events/usa/skandia.yaml
- name: Dancing Fish
links:
- "https://dancingfish.dance/"
start_date: 2025-06-06
end_date: 2025-06-07
country: USA
state: FL
city: Melrose
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Potent Brew
callers:
- Seth Tepfer
organisation: Dancing Fish
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Gender-Free Dance Camp
links:
- "https://www.lcfd.org/spring-camp-2025.html"
start_date: 2025-06-06
end_date: 2025-06-08
country: USA
state: MA
city: Plymouth
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Calico
- Northwoods
callers:
- Mary Wesley
- Chris Ricciotti
price: $150-$400
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Taste of Haven
links:
- "https://www.contracorners.net/event-type/dance-weekend/"
start_date: 2025-06-06
end_date: 2025-06-08
country: USA
state: IN
city: Syracuse
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- The Dam Beavers
- Bobcat Opposum
callers:
- Gaye Fifer
- Dwayne Johnson
price: $90-$110
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Dance Trance
details: "Dance Trance 2025 Contra Dance Weekend – June 6-8, 2025 – featuring Toss the Possum and callers Darlene Underwood and Terry Doyle. Come join us in June in Lexington, Kentucky in the beautiful bluegrass region. The weekend offers contra dances, English country dance, flatfooting, blues dance, musicians’ jam, and more!"
links:
- "https://www.dancetrance.ltda.us/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/dance-trance/"
start: "2025-06-06T20:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-06-08T15:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: KY
city: Lexington
styles:
- contra
- ecd
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Toss the Possum
callers:
- Darlene Underwood
- Terry Doyle
price: $50-$105
organisation: Lexington Traditional Dance Association
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Skandia First Friday LIVE
details: "HarryKhamis and Pat Pi will teach a slow, beautiful dance called Åtabakspolska. Itcomes from Föllinge, a small town in Jämtland, Sweden. This is one of the mostpopular dances at Skandia.<br> See <a href=\"http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DOuwd0828hY\" target=\"_blank\">www.youtube.com/watch?v=<wbr />DOuwd0828hY</a>. <br>Thedelightful Metrognomes will grace the stage for our First Friday dance in June.Armed with their miniature gnomes at the front of the stage, the group willhelp us join together in dancing with lively little and big feet. Get in themood for joy.<br><span><b> </b></span><br><span><b>Skandia members, $10; nonmembers, $15; kids, free The price of admission includes a free dance class.</b></span><br><br><br><u></u><br><u></u><u></u>"
links:
- "https://skandia-folkdance.org/"
start: "2025-06-06T19:30:00-07:00"
end: "2025-06-06T22:30:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: WA
city: Lynnwood
styles:
- scandi
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- MetroGnomes
price: $10-$15
organisation: Skandia Folkdance Society
source: events/usa/skandia.yaml
- name: Beginner Scandinavia dance classes near UW
details: "Room 209 (top floor, north side). This is near the UW. There is plenty of parking by the building. <i>Free!</i><p>Bring clean shoes to change into, with smooth soles and low, flat heels for easy turning. If you don’t have dance shoes, we have dance socks to help you turn easily. No need to pre-register. Vaccines are strongly encouraged, and masks are encouraged, but not required. Send any questions to <font><u><a href=\"mailto:lisa@hambo.us\" target=\"_blank\">lisa@hambo.us</a></u></font>or (206) 258-2580.</p>"
links:
- "https://skandia-folkdance.org/"
start: "2025-06-09T19:00:00-07:00"
end: "2025-06-09T21:00:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: WA
city: Seattle
styles:
- scandi
workshop: true
social: false
price: free
organisation: Skandia Folkdance Society
source: events/usa/skandia.yaml
- name: Nordic dance class
details: "Lisa Brooks and Elaine Mathies will teach the series from May 14 through June 18. They will focus on reviewing the dances taught at Springdans Northwest 2025. \n\n \n The cost is $45 for Skandia members and $55 for non-members for the 6-week series ($10/ $12 per one-class drop-in). Bring clean shoes tochange into, with smooth soles and low, flat heels for easy turning. \n \nShow up any time (not necessarily at the beginning of the series); there’s no need to pre-register. Info: lisa@hambo.us or (206)258-2580."
links:
- "https://skandia-folkdance.org/"
start: "2025-06-11T19:00:00-07:00"
end: "2025-06-11T21:00:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: WA
city: Seattle
styles:
- scandi
workshop: true
social: false
price: $10-$12
organisation: Skandia Folkdance Society
source: events/usa/skandia.yaml
- name: Summer Soiree
links:
- "https://www.ashevillecontra.com/"
start_date: 2025-06-13
end_date: 2025-06-15
country: USA
state: NC
city: Asheville
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- The Mean Lids
- Kingfisher
callers:
- Steve Zakon-Anderson
- Adina Gordon
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Flamingo Fling
details: Flamingo Fling is Oklahoma City’s annual Contra Dance weekend! This year will feature Alex Deis-Lauby calling and music from River Road!
links:
- "https://scissortail.org/special-events/flamingo-fling/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/flamingo-fling-contra-weekend-in-oklahoma-city/"
start_date: 2025-06-13
end_date: 2025-06-15
country: USA
state: OK
city: Oklahoma City
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- River Road
callers:
- Alex Deis-Lauby
price: $150
organisation: Scissortail Traditional Dance Society
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Balfolk in the Berkshires
links:
- "https://sites.google.com/view/berkshirefolkarts/home"
start: "2025-06-13T19:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-06-15T11:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: MA
city: North Adams
styles:
- balfolk
workshop: true
social: true
organisation: Berkshire Folk Arts
source: events/usa/north_adams.yaml
- name: Across the Lake
details: "Joseph Pimentel calls to music by Bare Necessities (Kate Barnes, Earl Gaddis, Mary Lea, Jacqueline Schwab). Friday night welcome dance, Saturday afternoon workshops (likely to include a challenging/advanced session for experienced dancers plus a review session for all for the evening gala), and Saturday night dress-up gala. Pre-registration required; registration opens mid-February 2025. You can register to pay for the entire weekend or for individual sessions."
links:
- "http://burlingtoncountrydancers.org/across-the-lake/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/across-the-lake-english-country-dance-weekend/"
start: "2025-06-13T20:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-06-14T23:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: VT
city: Colchester
styles:
- ecd
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Bare Necessities
callers:
- Joseph Pimentel
organisation: Burlington Country Dancers
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Dance to honor Pat McMonagle
details: "Pleasecome and dance Patrick's favorite dances, including zweifacher, French bourée,Danish mixers, Rørospols, hambo, and many others. The bands will be Allspice,Chris Wright and friends, and Skandia Kapell. The dance is free. Bring tips forthe bands and a donation for the Swedish Club, if you like. You are welcome tobring snacks (commercially prepared are preferred) to make it more festive. Thebar at the Swedish Club will be open until 10 p.m. You do not need to be amember of Skandia nor the Swedish Club to attend this event, which isco-sponsored by Skandia Folkdance Society and the Swedish Club."
links:
- "https://skandia-folkdance.org/"
start: "2025-06-13T19:00:00-07:00"
end: "2025-06-13T22:00:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: WA
city: Seattle
styles:
- scandi
workshop: false
social: true
bands:
- Allspice
- Chris Wright & Friends
- Skandia Kapell
price: donation
organisation: Skandia Folkdance Society
source: events/usa/skandia.yaml
- name: "Dance, Music & Spice"
links:
- "https://camp.cdss.org/camp-weeks/dance-music-spice-at-cavell/"
start: "2025-06-14T16:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-06-21T12:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: MI
city: Lexington
styles:
- contra
- ecd
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Countercurrent
callers:
- Lindsey Dono
- Susan Kevra
price: $850-$1500
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Palo Alto Contra Dance
links:
- "https://paloaltocontradance.org/calendar/"
start: "2025-06-14T18:30:00-07:00"
end: "2025-06-14T22:00:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: CA
city: Palo Alto
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $20
organisation: Palo Alto Contra Dance
source: events/usa/palo_alto.yaml
- name: Pavilion Bal Folk
links:
- "https://www.rachelbellmusic.com/calendar"
start: "2025-06-15T17:00:00-05:00"
end: "2025-06-15T20:00:00-05:00"
country: USA
state: VT
city: Guildford
styles:
- balfolk
workshop: false
social: true
bands:
- Eloise & Co.
price: $12-$25
organisation: Brattleboro Bal Folk
source: events/usa/guilford.yaml
- name: BACDS Hey Days
details: "Hey Days is the annual BACDS English Country Dance and Music Week. \nWe offer classes in English country dance, ritual/display dance, song, and a music track. We promise a program that will challenge and delight both new and experienced participants, complete with campers’ night, parties, and a daily gathering for campers and staff to share hidden talents. \nStaff includes Joanna Reiner Wilkinson, Andrew Swaine, Rachel Pusey, Jan Elliot, Daisy Black, and Chris Bracken. Music by Shira Kammen, Lisa Scott, Chip Prince, McKinley James, Michelle Masek, Jim Oakden, and Rebecca King."
links:
- "https://www.bacds.org/camps/eweek2025/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/bacds-hey-days-english-dance-and-music-week/"
start: "2025-06-15T15:30:00-07:00"
end: "2025-06-22T10:00:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: CA
city: Los Garos
styles:
- ecd
workshop: true
social: true
callers:
- Andrew Swaine
- Joanna Reiner Wilkinson
- Rachel Pusey
price: $475-$1380
organisation: Bay Area Country Dance Society
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Nordic dance class
details: "Lisa Brooks and Elaine Mathies will teach the series from May 14 through June 18. They will focus on reviewing the dances taught at Springdans Northwest 2025. \n\n \n The cost is $45 for Skandia members and $55 for non-members for the 6-week series ($10/ $12 per one-class drop-in). Bring clean shoes tochange into, with smooth soles and low, flat heels for easy turning. \n \nShow up any time (not necessarily at the beginning of the series); there’s no need to pre-register. Info: lisa@hambo.us or (206)258-2580."
links:
- "https://skandia-folkdance.org/"
start: "2025-06-18T19:00:00-07:00"
end: "2025-06-18T21:00:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: WA
city: Seattle
styles:
- scandi
workshop: true
social: false
price: $10-$12
organisation: Skandia Folkdance Society
source: events/usa/skandia.yaml
- name: Skandia Third Friday dance LIVE
details: "<u></u>LisaBrooks and Elaine Mathies will teach all things even! What can you do to evenmusic, with a rhythm that goes 1-2, 1-2? They will teach polka and Busserull,which is similar to Rørospols but in 2/4 time. See Busserull: <a href=\"http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yRjVMgAEQLE\" target=\"_blank\">www.youtube.com/watch?v=<wbr />yRjVMgAEQLE</a>and polka: <a href=\"http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_MLw7iprQQk\" target=\"_blank\">www.youtube.com/watch?v=_<wbr />MLw7iprQQk</a>. <br> <br>Led by Kris Johansson and always a favorite, Skandia Kapell will keep the hallfilled with their captivating sound and great tunes. No one can sit on thesidelines when Skandia Kapell plays for the evening. Join in!<br><br><span><b>Skandia members, $10; nonmembers, $15; kids, free The price of admission includes a free dance class.</b></span>"
links:
- "https://skandia-folkdance.org/"
start: "2025-06-20T19:30:00-07:00"
end: "2025-06-20T22:30:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: WA
city: Lynnwood
styles:
- scandi
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Skandia Kapell
price: $10-$15
organisation: Skandia Folkdance Society
source: events/usa/skandia.yaml
- name: Acadia Festival of Traditional Music & Dance
details: "A week-long summer festival of classes, workshops and concerts in Bar Harbor, ME, celebrating Celtic-influenced traditional music and dance."
links:
- "https://acadiatradfestival.org/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/acadia-festival-of-traditional-music-dance/"
start: "2025-06-22T14:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-06-28T09:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: ME
city: Bar Harbor
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
organisation: CDSS
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Lady of the Lake June Week
details: "On the shores of Coeur d’Alene Lake, fifty miles from Spokane, WA, is a week long adventure full of dance, music, and song shared with a welcoming community from all over the West and beyond. There’s time to hike, canoe and just hang out on the beach or porches. \nA unique blend of contras and English country featuring three daily contra dance workshops, two daily English country dance workshops, two callers workshops (contras and English), three different band workshops (including English) and two different singing workshops. Plus evening dances that include contra and English dances run concurrently. \nStaff include three callers: Gaye Fifer, Lindsey Dono, and Luke Donforth and three bands: Dam Beavers (Ben Schreiber & Scotty Leach), Fiddle Hellions (Betsy Branch, George Penk, & Sue Songer) and Root System (Audrey Jaber, Anna Patton & Amy Englesberg). Wonderful food with four different choices (gluten free, vegan, vegetarian, dairy free). Cedar cabins and nearby meadows for camping. And a sliding scale of fees starting at $750 with breakeven at $850. Transportation to and from the Spokane Airport to camp is available."
links:
- "http://www.ladyofthelake.org/june-week/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/lady-of-the-lake-music-and-dance-week/"
start: "2025-06-22T15:00:00-07:00"
end: "2025-06-28T11:00:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: ID
city: Harrison
styles:
- contra
- ecd
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- The Dam Beavers
- Fiddle Hellions
- Root System
callers:
- Gaye Fifer
- Lindsey Dono
- Luke Donforth
price: $750-$1050
organisation: CDSS
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: 74th National Square Dance Convention
details: "At the National Square Dance Convention each year, you can enjoy 3 days of contra dancing in addition to modern western square dancing, round dancing, and clogging. This year’s convention is in Shreveport, LA June 25-28, 2025. \nThe Contra Hall will feature hours of contra dancing, special workshops, and evenings with live music. As of May 1, 2025, the rates for the entire convention will be $85 per adult, $42.50 for youth. Contra schedule will be posted on the Contralab Facebook page."
links:
- "https://www.74nsdc.com/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/contra-hall-at-the-74th-national-square-dance-convention/"
- "https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=pfbid0SwUKGDAEvaTpJ6u4sRcYDc3yFFS7ZCiWBTfqgJgrcwGuTewCHHPD8sVGTJvt45Yal&id=61571314815350"
start_date: 2025-06-24
end_date: 2025-06-28
country: USA
state: LA
city: Shreveport
styles:
- contra
- ecd
- scd
workshop: true
social: true
price: $42.50-$85
organisation: Contralab
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: July Fourth
links:
- "https://cds-boston-j4weekend.weebly.com/"
start_date: 2025-06-26
end_date: 2025-06-30
country: USA
state: MA
city: Plymouth
styles:
- contra
- ecd
- irish-set
workshop: true
social: true
callers:
- Mary Wesley
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: AmWeek
links:
- "https://amweek.camp/"
start_date: 2025-06-29
end_date: 2025-07-04
country: USA
state: CA
city: Ben Lomond
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Lissa & Friends
- The Syncopaths
callers:
- Cis Hinkle
- Jacqui Grennan
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Cumberland Dance Week
links:
- "https://camp.cumberlanddanceweek.org/"
start_date: 2025-06-29
end_date: 2025-07-04
country: USA
state: TN
city: Pleasantville
styles:
- contra
- ecd
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- The Cosmic Otters
callers:
- Wendy Graham
- Seth Tepfer
price: $675-$1075
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Pinewoods English-Scottish-Contra
links:
- "https://rscdsboston.org/pinewoods-esc.html"
start_date: 2025-06-30
end_date: 2025-07-04
country: USA
state: MA
city: Plymouth
styles:
- contra
- ecd
- scd
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Frost and Fire
callers:
- Anna Rain
- Ben Sachs-Hamilton
- Kat Dutton
price: $345-$467
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Roanoke Railroader
links:
- "http://www.roanokerailroader.com/"
start_date: 2025-07-03
end_date: 2025-07-06
country: USA
state: VA
city: Salem
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Toss the Possum
- The Latter Day Lizards
- Rushfest
callers:
- Will Mentor
- Gaye Fifer
price: $95-$160
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Dancing Fish
links:
- "https://dancingfish.dance/event/july-4th-weekend-kingfisher/"
start: "2025-07-04T18:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-07-06T15:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: FL
city: Melrose
styles:
- contra
workshop: false
social: true
bands:
- Kingfisher
- Crossover
callers:
- Luke Donforth
- Bob Isaacs
price: $15-$30
organisation: Dancing Fish
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Skandia First Friday LIVE
details: "<html-blob><u></u><span><strong>Skandia members, $10; nonmembers, $15; kids, free The price of admission includes a free dance class.</strong></span><br><br>Teaching: 7:30-8:30 p.m. No partner is required. </html-blob><br><html-blob><br><u></u></html-blob>"
links:
- "https://skandia-folkdance.org/"
start: "2025-07-04T19:30:00-07:00"
end: "2025-07-04T22:30:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: WA
city: Lynnwood
styles:
- scandi
workshop: true
social: true
price: $10-$15
organisation: Skandia Folkdance Society
source: events/usa/skandia.yaml
- name: Ashokan Northern Week
links:
- "https://ashokancenter.org/product/northern-week-2025/"
start: "2025-07-13T13:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-07-19T14:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: NY
city: Olivebridge
styles:
- contra
- scandi
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Lighthouse
callers:
- Will Mentor
- Susan Kevra
- John Krumm
price: $585-$1035
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Skandia Third Friday dance LIVE
details: "<html-blob><br><br>Teaching: 8:10-8:25 p.m. <br><span><strong>Skandia members, $10; nonmembers, $15; kids, free The price of admission includes a free dance class.</strong></span><br>Music TBA</html-blob>"
links:
- "https://skandia-folkdance.org/"
start: "2025-07-18T19:30:00-07:00"
end: "2025-07-18T22:30:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: WA
city: Lynnwood
styles:
- scandi
workshop: true
social: true
price: $10-$15
organisation: Skandia Folkdance Society
source: events/usa/skandia.yaml
- name: American Dance & Music Week
links:
- "https://camp.cdss.org/camp-weeks/american-dance-music-week/"
start: "2025-07-19T15:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-07-26T10:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: MA
city: Plymouth
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Stringrays
- Jet Bridge
callers:
- Janine Smith
- Michael Karcher
- Lisa Greenleaf
price: $850-$1500
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Southern Aire
links:
- "https://joyboundliving.com/dawn-dance"
start_date: 2025-07-25
end_date: 2025-07-27
country: USA
state: TN
city: Mountain City
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
callers:
- Bob Isaacs
- Terry Doyle
- Sue Gola
- Kenny Greer
- Amanda Setili
- Rob Setili
- Stephanie Marie
- Elijah Jaime
- Katie Zanders
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Falcon Ridge Folk Festival
details: A Three Day Community of Folk Music and Dance in the Litchfield Hills of CT.
links:
- "http://falconridgefolk.com/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/falcon-ridge-folk-festival/"
start: "2025-07-25T09:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-07-27T17:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: CT
city: Goshen
styles:
- contra
workshop: false
social: true
bands:
- The Gaslight Tinkers
organisation: Falcon Ridge Folk Festival
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Harmony of Song & Dance
links:
- "https://camp.cdss.org/camp-weeks/harmony-of-song-dance-at-pinewoods/"
start_date: 2025-07-26
end_date: 2025-08-02
country: USA
state: MA
city: Plymouth
styles:
- contra
- ecd
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Countercurrent
callers:
- Gaye Fifer
- Adina Gordon
price: $850-$1500
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Lark Camp
details: "Music, Song & Dance Workshops in the beautiful Mendocino Woodlands of California \nFamily Friendly • Dances, Jams & Sessions • Great Food • Camping \nFull Camp for 8 Days, or Half Camp for 4 Days; Learn music, song, and dance traditions from Ireland, British Isles, Greece, Eastern Europe, Sweden, Latin America, North America, Spain, France, the Middle East, Asia, and Africa"
links:
- "https://www.larkcamp.org/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/lark-camp/"
start_date: 2025-08-01
end_date: 2025-08-09
country: USA
state: CA
city: Fort Bragg
styles:
- contra
- ecd
workshop: true
social: true
organisation: Lark Traditional Arts
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Skandia First Friday LIVE
details: "<html-blob><u></u><span><strong>Skandia members, $10; nonmembers, $15; kids, free The price of admission includes a free dance class.</strong></span><br><br>Teaching: 7:30-8:30 p.m. No partner is required. </html-blob><br><html-blob><br><u></u></html-blob>"
links:
- "https://skandia-folkdance.org/"
start: "2025-08-01T19:30:00-07:00"
end: "2025-08-01T22:30:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: WA
city: Lynnwood
styles:
- scandi
workshop: true
social: true
price: $10-$15
organisation: Skandia Folkdance Society
source: events/usa/skandia.yaml
- name: Family Week
links:
- "https://camp.cdss.org/camp-weeks/family-week-at-agassiz-village-2/"
start_date: 2025-08-11
end_date: 2025-08-17
country: USA
state: ME
city: Poland
styles:
- balfolk
- contra
- ecd
workshop: true
social: true
price: $850-$1500
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Cascade of Music & Dance
links:
- "https://camp.cdss.org/camp-weeks/cascade-of-music-dance-at-louise/"
start: "2025-08-11T16:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-08-17T10:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: MD
city: Cascade
styles:
- contra
- ecd
workshop: true
social: true
price: $750-$1400
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Mentone
links:
- "http://www.footmadbirmingham.org/mentone.html"
start_date: 2025-08-15
end_date: 2025-08-17
country: USA
state: AL
city: Mentone
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Turnip the Beet
- The Yellow Dandies
callers:
- Cis Hinkle
- Chet Gray
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Good Life Gallop
links:
- "https://www.thegoodlifegallop.org/"
start: "2025-08-15T19:00:00-05:00"
end: "2025-08-17T16:00:00-05:00"
country: USA
state: NE
city: Omaha
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $30-$75
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Balance the Bay
details: "Hot dancing in the cool summer ocean breeze! Featuring The Latter Day Lizards and River Road, with gender-neutral calling by Will Mentor and Alex Deis-Lauby. Registration opens May 11. \nFor more information, email balancethebay@gmail.com."
links:
- "https://bacds.org/camps/btb2025/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/balance-the-bay-san-francisco/"
start: "2025-08-15T19:00:00-07:00"
end: "2025-08-17T18:30:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: CA
city: San Francisco
styles:
- contra
workshop: false
social: true
bands:
- River Road
- The Latter Day Lizards
callers:
- Alex Deis-Lauby
- Will Mentor
organisation: Bay Area Country Dance Society
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Skandia Third Friday dance LIVE
details: "<html-blob><br><br>Teaching: 8:10-8:25 p.m. <br><span><strong>Skandia members, $10; nonmembers, $15; kids, free The price of admission includes a free dance class.</strong></span><br>Music TBA</html-blob>"
links:
- "https://skandia-folkdance.org/"
start: "2025-08-15T19:30:00-07:00"
end: "2025-08-15T22:30:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: WA
city: Lynnwood
styles:
- scandi
workshop: true
social: true
price: $10-$15
organisation: Skandia Folkdance Society
source: events/usa/skandia.yaml
- name: "Campers' Week"
links:
- "https://camp.cdss.org/camp-weeks/campers-week-at-pinewoods/"
start: "2025-08-16T15:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-08-23T10:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: MA
city: Plymouth
styles:
- contra
- ecd
workshop: true
social: true
price: $750-$1400
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Sugar Hill Dance Weekend
links:
- "http://bloomingtoncontra.org/sugar-hill/"
start_date: 2025-08-22
end_date: 2025-08-24
country: USA
state: IN
city: Bloomington
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: TradMaD
links:
- "http://minstrelrecords.com/tradmad/"
start_date: 2025-08-23
end_date: 2025-08-29
country: USA
state: MA
city: Plymouth
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Pinewoods Labor Day Weekend
links:
- "https://facone.org/labor-day-weekend/labor-day-weekend.html"
start_date: 2025-08-29
end_date: 2025-09-02
country: USA
state: MA
city: Plymouth
styles:
- contra
- ecd
workshop: true
social: true
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Dance Camp North
details: "The Dam Beavers with caller Jeremy Korr \nDance Camp North is the signature weekend event of the Contra Borealis Dancers. It takes place on Labor Day weekend each year. There is a dance in Fairbanks Friday evening followed by a dance weekend at the Lost Lake Boy Scout Camp about 60 minutes south of Fairbanks. \nExcellent food, cabins or tent accommodations and bathrooms provided, but you bring your own bedding, up to 110 people enjoy the rural settings with a dance hall, workshop rooms, swimming or boating on Lost Lake, and nice fall hiking with great views of the Tanana River basin. Aurora viewing is a definite possibility."
links:
- "https://contraborealis.org/dance-camp-north/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/dance-camp-north-2025/"
start_date: 2025-08-29
end_date: 2025-09-01
country: USA
state: AK
city: Fairbanks
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- The Dam Beavers
callers:
- Jeremy Korr
organisation: Contra Borealis Dancers
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Dancing Fish
links:
- "https://dancingfish.dance/event/labor-day-weekend-with-howe-company/"
start: "2025-08-29T18:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-08-31T15:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: FL
city: Melrose
styles:
- contra
workshop: false
social: true
bands:
- Howe And Company
callers:
- Kenny Greer
price: $15-$30
organisation: Dancing Fish
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Northwest Passage
details: "English Country Dance for experienced dancers, featuring two fabulous bands and callers, great workshop leaders, camper-led activities, and more! \nCallers: Brooke Friendly and Jenny Beer \nBands: \n\nRoguery (Anita Anderson, Dave Bartley, Shira Kammen, Jim Oakden)\nIdlewild (Clara Byom, Jacob Chen, Mirinisa Stewart-Tengco)"
links:
- "https://nwpdancecamp.org/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/northwest-passage-dance-camp/"
start: "2025-08-29T16:00:00-07:00"
end: "2025-09-01T13:00:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: OR
city: Rhododendron
styles:
- ecd
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Idlewild
- Roguery
callers:
- Brooke Friendly
- Jenny Beer
organisation: Northwest Passage Dance Camp (Portland Country Dance Community)
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Rocky Mountain Rendezvous
links:
- "https://cfootmad.org/rendezvous"
start: "2025-08-29T18:00:00-06:00"
end: "2025-09-01T13:30:00-06:00"
country: USA
state: CO
city: Boulder
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Stove Dragon
- Spintuition
callers:
- Will Mentor
- Alex Deis-Lauby
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Bear Hug Dance Camp
links:
- "https://www.missoulafolk.org/bearhug"
start_date: 2025-09-05
end_date: 2025-09-07
country: USA
state: MT
city: Rollins
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Countercurrent
- Banna Damhsa
callers:
- Michael Karcher
- Emily Faulkner
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Bear Hug Contra Dance Weekend
details: "Get ready to contra dance, sing, swim, canoe, and play music at the 2025 Bear Hug Mountain Festival weekend on the shores of Montana’s Flathead Lake! The bands, Countercurrent and Banna Damhsa, will be providing music to the calling of Michael Karcher and Emily Faulkner. \nSingles, couples, families, and all ages are welcome! Entertainment, meals, and lodging (shared cabins, or tent and RV camping) are included. Registration fees are on a sliding scale from $250-$305, all-inclusive for the weekend. We also offer a Student rate."
links:
- "https://cdss.org/event/bear-hug-contra-dance-weekend/"
start_date: 2025-09-05
end_date: 2025-09-07
country: USA
state: MT
city: Rollins
styles:
- contra
workshop: false
social: true
bands:
- Banna Damhsa
- Countercurrent
callers:
- Emily Faulkner
- Michael Karcher
price: $250-$305
organisation: Missoula Folklore Society
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Skandia First Friday LIVE
details: "<html-blob><u></u><span><strong>Skandia members, $10; nonmembers, $15; kids, free The price of admission includes a free dance class.</strong></span><br><br>Teaching: 7:30-8:30 p.m. No partner is required. </html-blob><br><html-blob><br><u></u></html-blob>"
links:
- "https://skandia-folkdance.org/"
start: "2025-09-05T19:30:00-07:00"
end: "2025-09-05T22:30:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: WA
city: Lynnwood
styles:
- scandi
workshop: true
social: true
price: $10-$15
organisation: Skandia Folkdance Society
source: events/usa/skandia.yaml
- name: ContraStock
links:
- "https://fsgw.org/contrastock"
start: "2025-09-07T13:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-09-07T22:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: MD
city: Glen Echo
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Good Company
- The Gigmeisters
- Alex Cumming & Audrey Jaber
callers:
- Alex Deis-Lauby
- Will Mentor
- Rick Mohr
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Echo Summit
links:
- "https://sactocds.wordpress.com/special-events/echo-summit-dance-camp-2025"
start_date: 2025-09-12
end_date: 2025-09-14
country: USA
state: CA
city: Sacremento
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Countercurrent
- Thunderwing
callers:
- Lindsey Dono
- Michael Karcher
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Cleveland Butterfly Twirl
details: "An exciting weekend dance, in Cleveland, with two wonderful bands: George Paul and Playing with Fire, & Tom Cunningham and Hot Coffee Breakdown. Two wonderful callers: Gaye Fifer and Darlene Underwood. Sound by Hanno. We’d love you and your friends to join us for a dance weekend of smiling faces, joyous laughter, wonderful music, hands four, friendship and community."
links:
- "https://www.clevelandbutterflytwirl.org/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/cleveland-butterfly-twirl/"
- "https://www.facebook.com/events/1279189076745356/"
start_date: 2025-09-12
end_date: 2025-09-14
country: USA
state: OH
city: Chagrin Falls
styles:
- contra
workshop: false
social: true
bands:
- Hot Coffee Breakdown
- Playing with Fyre
callers:
- Carol Kopp
- Darlene Underwood
- Gaye Fifer
- Michael Hamilton
price: $130
organisation: CDSS
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Feet Retreat
links:
- "https://www.feetretreat.com/feet-retreat-2025/"
start_date: 2025-09-19
end_date: 2025-09-21
country: USA
state: NC
city: Ellerbe
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Supertrad
- River Road
callers:
- Will Mentor
- Cis Hinkle
- Emily Rush
- Gaye Fifer
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Squirrel Moon Contra Dance weekend
links:
- "http://www.squirrelmoon.org/"
start_date: 2025-09-19
end_date: 2025-09-21
country: USA
state: WI
city: Dodgeville
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Lift Ticket
callers:
- Lisa Greenleaf
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Wasatch Wiggle
links:
- "https://wasatchcontras.org/ww/"
start_date: 2025-09-19
end_date: 2025-09-21
country: USA
state: UT
city: Salt Lake City
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Countercurrent
callers:
- Alex Deis-Lauby
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Fandango! 2025
details: "English Country Dance weekend with Susan Kevra and Alchemy (Eric Martin, violin; Rachel Bell, accordion; Karen Axelrod, piano)"
links:
- "https://ecdatlanta.org/fandango/2025/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/fandango-2025/"
start: "2025-09-19T18:30:00-04:00"
end: "2025-09-21T13:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: GA
city: Decatur
styles:
- ecd
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Alchemy
callers:
- Susan Kevra
price: $65-$165
organisation: CDSS
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Skandia Third Friday dance LIVE
details: "<html-blob><br><br>Teaching: 8:10-8:25 p.m. <br><span><strong>Skandia members, $10; nonmembers, $15; kids, free The price of admission includes a free dance class.</strong></span><br>Music TBA</html-blob>"
links:
- "https://skandia-folkdance.org/"
start: "2025-09-19T19:30:00-07:00"
end: "2025-09-19T22:30:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: WA
city: Lynnwood
styles:
- scandi
workshop: true
social: true
price: $10-$15
organisation: Skandia Folkdance Society
source: events/usa/skandia.yaml
- name: Cascade Contras
links:
- "https://eugenefolklore.org/cascade-contras-on-the-river/"
start_date: 2025-09-26
end_date: 2025-09-28
country: USA
state: OR
city: Springfield
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Anadama
- Countercurrent
callers:
- Isaac Banner
- Adina Gordon
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Adirondack Dance Weekend
details: "A weekend of Contra, English Country and Balfolk dancing, tucked into the Adirondack Mountains on the shores of Lake George. Featuring Will Mentor, River Road, Gaye Fifer and more to be announced. Dance, sing, jam, hike, swim, kayak and more."
links:
- "https://www.danceflurry.org/adirondack-dance-weekend/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/adirondack-dance-weekend/"
start_date: 2025-09-26
end_date: 2025-09-28
country: USA
state: NY
city: Silver Bay
styles:
- balfolk
- contra
- ecd
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- River Road
- Lighthouse
- Eloise & Co.
callers:
- Gaye Fifer
- Will Mentor
organisation: DanceFlurry
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Moondance Dance Weekend
links:
- "https://moondancesc.weebly.com/"
start_date: 2025-10-03
end_date: 2025-10-05
country: USA
state: SC
city: Pickens
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Lagomorph Quartet
- Good & Plenty
callers:
- Bob Isaacs
- Diane Silver
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Lady of the Lake Fall Camp
links:
- "http://www.ladyofthelake.org/fallwend/"
start_date: 2025-10-03
end_date: 2025-10-05
country: USA
state: ID
city: Harrison
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Stringrays
- Dog Paw
callers:
- Susan Petrick
- William Watson
price: $235-$395
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Dancing Fish
links:
- "https://dancingfish.dance/event/alexandra-deis-lauby-and-free-raisins/"
start: "2025-10-03T19:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-10-04T21:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: FL
city: Melrose
styles:
- contra
workshop: false
social: true
bands:
- The Free Raisins
callers:
- Alex Deis-Lauby
price: $15-$30
organisation: Dancing Fish
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Skandia First Friday LIVE
details: "<html-blob><u></u><span><strong>Skandia members, $10; nonmembers, $15; kids, free The price of admission includes a free dance class.</strong></span><br><br>Teaching: 7:30-8:30 p.m. No partner is required. </html-blob><br><html-blob><br><u></u></html-blob>"
links:
- "https://skandia-folkdance.org/"
start: "2025-10-03T19:30:00-07:00"
end: "2025-10-03T22:30:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: WA
city: Lynnwood
styles:
- scandi
workshop: true
social: true
price: $10-$15
organisation: Skandia Folkdance Society
source: events/usa/skandia.yaml
- name: John C Campbell Fall Dance Weekend
links:
- "https://folkschool.configio.com/pd/3332/fall-dance-weekend-long-weekend"
start_date: 2025-10-09
end_date: 2025-10-12
country: USA
state: NC
city: Brasstown
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Supertrad
callers:
- Wendy Graham
- Carol Sersland
price: $235
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Harvest Moon
links:
- "https://www.sbcds.org/hm/"
start_date: 2025-10-10
end_date: 2025-10-12
country: USA
state: CA
city: Santa Barbara
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- The Gaslight Tinkers
- Topspin
callers:
- Rick Mohr
- Anna Rain
price: $95-$195
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Mountain Madness
links:
- "https://historicjonesboroughdancesociety.net"
start_date: 2025-10-10
end_date: 2025-10-12
country: USA
state: TN
city: Jonesborough
styles:
- contra
workshop: false
social: true
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Columbus English Country Dance Weekend
details: "English country dance weekend in Columbus, Ohio with music by Jacqueline Schwab, Mary Lea, Earl Gaddis, and Dan Beerbohm and calling by Beverly Francis and Dan Blim. (More details coming.)"
links:
- "https://cdss.org/event/columbus-english-country-dance-weekend/"
- "https://www.facebook.com/events/507713561953486/"
start_date: 2025-10-17
end_date: 2025-10-19
country: USA
state: OH
city: Colombus
styles:
- ecd
workshop: false
social: true
callers:
- Beverly Francis
- Dan Blim
organisation: English Country Dancers of Columbus
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Pittsburgh Fall Dance Weekend
details: "Mark your calendars now to join us once again in the heart of Pittsburgh for our annual Fall Dance Weekend, happening Oct 17–19, 2025 at the Wightman School community building in the Squirrel Hill neighborhood! Dance all weekend long to music by \n\nThe Dam Beavers (Ben Schreiber, Scotty Leach, Ness Smith-Savedoff)\nTopspin (Anna Patton, Owen Morrison, Emily Troll, Stefan Amidon)\n\nwith calling by \n\nGaye Fifer and\n\nWill Mentor\n\nWatch this space for more details as they become known. Registration is expected to open by summer. \n$120 early admission, $75 for dancers under 25. After September 30 or at the door: add $20; $75 for financial need."
links:
- "https://pittsburghcontra.org/fdw/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/pittsburgh-fall-dance-weekend/"
start: "2025-10-17T19:30:00-04:00"
end: "2025-10-19T15:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: PA
city: Pittsburgh
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- The Dam Beavers
- Topspin
callers:
- Gaye Fifer
- Will Mentor
price: $75-$140
organisation: Pittsburgh Contra Dance
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Skandia Third Friday dance LIVE
details: "<html-blob><br><br>Teaching: 8:10-8:25 p.m. <br><span><strong>Skandia members, $10; nonmembers, $15; kids, free The price of admission includes a free dance class.</strong></span><br>Music TBA</html-blob>"
links:
- "https://skandia-folkdance.org/"
start: "2025-10-17T19:30:00-07:00"
end: "2025-10-17T22:30:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: WA
city: Lynnwood
styles:
- scandi
workshop: true
social: true
price: $10-$15
organisation: Skandia Folkdance Society
source: events/usa/skandia.yaml
- name: Music City Masquerade
links:
- "http://nashvillecountrydancers.org/music-city-masquerade/"
start_date: 2025-10-24
end_date: 2025-10-26
country: USA
state: TN
city: Nashville
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Engine Room
callers:
- Darlene Underwood
price: $65-$165
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Contra NYC
links:
- "https://www.contradance.nyc/"
start: "2025-10-24T19:30:00-04:00"
end: "2025-10-26T17:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: NY
city: New York
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Red Case Band
- Kingfisher
- Some Assembly Required
callers:
- Will Mentor
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Peterbough Fall Ball
links:
- "https://www.monadnockfolk.org/event/%E2%98%BC-%E2%98%BC-%E2%98%BC-peterborough-fall-ball-saturday-october-25-2025/"
start: "2025-10-25T12:00:00-04:00"
end: "2025-10-25T23:30:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: NH
city: Peterborough
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Dancing Fish
links:
- "https://dancingfish.dance/"
start_date: 2025-10-31
end_date: 2025-11-01
country: USA
state: FL
city: Melrose
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Playing with Fyre
callers:
- Terry Doyle
organisation: Dancing Fish
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Foggy Moon Dance Weekend
links:
- "http://montereycontradance.org/foggy-moon.html"
start_date: 2025-10-31
end_date: 2025-11-02
country: USA
state: CA
city: Monterey
styles:
- contra
workshop: false
social: true
bands:
- Countercurrent
- Stringrays
callers:
- Alex Deis-Lauby
- Lisa Greenleaf
organisation: Monterey Country Dance Community
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Hands Across Contra
details: "Lesson at 7; Dance at 7:30. Sliding admission $5 to $15."
links:
- "https://boulderdance.org/event/hands-across-contra-10/"
start: "2025-10-31T19:00:00-06:00"
end: "2025-10-31T22:30:00-06:00"
country: USA
state: CO
city: Boulder
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $5-$15
organisation: Colorado Friends of Old Time Music and Dance
source: events/usa/boulder.yaml
- name: Atlanta Dance Weekend
links:
- "https://adw.contradance.org/"
start_date: 2025-11-07
end_date: 2025-11-09
country: USA
state: GA
city: Atlanta
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- River Road
- The Dam Beavers
callers:
- Alex Deis-Lauby
- Cis Hinkle
organisation: ContraATL
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: "Atlanta Dance Weekend: Contra Fantasia"
details: "Calling all Dancing Pirates, Magicians, Mermaids, Vampires, Elves, Ogres, Fairy Princesses, and Sorcerer’s Apprentices… Step into a world of rhythm and revelry November 7–9, 2025 starring the Dam Beavers and River Road, with Alex Deis Lauby and Cis Hinkle. Fanciful costumes on Saturday night encouraged; joy all weekend guaranteed!"
links:
- "https://adw.contradance.org/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/atlanta-dance-weekend-2025-contra-fantasia/"
start_date: 2025-11-07
end_date: 2025-11-09
country: USA
state: GA
city: Atlanta
styles:
- contra
workshop: false
social: true
bands:
- River Road
- The Dam Beavers
callers:
- Alex Deis-Lauby
- Cis Hinkle
organisation: ContraATL
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Head for the Hills
details: "A getaway weekend of dance, music and song at Camp Harlam near Kresgeville, PA in the Poconos, with many of your favorite musicians, callers, and workshop leaders. Sponsored by Princeton Country Dancers."
links:
- "http://www.princetoncountrydancers.org/about-hfth"
- "https://cdss.org/event/head-for-the-hills/"
start_date: 2025-11-07
end_date: 2025-11-09
country: USA
state: PA
city: Kunkletown
styles:
- contra
- ecd
workshop: true
social: true
price: $140-$240
organisation: CDSS
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Dance in the Desert
details: "A weekend of contra dancing with lots of jamming, featuring music by The Faux Paws and The Free Raisins. Callers are Koren Wake and Steve Zakon-Anderson."
links:
- "https://tucsoncontradancers.org/tucson-contra-dancers/dance-in-the-desert-2025/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/dance-in-the-desert/"
start: "2025-11-07T15:00:00-07:00"
end: "2025-11-09T15:00:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: AZ
city: Oracle
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- The Faux Paws
- The Free Raisins
callers:
- Koren Wake
- Steve Zakon-Anderson
organisation: Tucson Friends of Traditional Music%2C Inc.
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Skandia First Friday LIVE
details: "<html-blob><u></u><span><strong>Skandia members, $10; nonmembers, $15; kids, free The price of admission includes a free dance class.</strong></span><br><br>Teaching: 7:30-8:30 p.m. No partner is required. </html-blob><br><html-blob><br><u></u></html-blob>"
links:
- "https://skandia-folkdance.org/"
start: "2025-11-07T19:30:00-08:00"
end: "2025-11-07T22:30:00-08:00"
country: USA
state: WA
city: Lynnwood
styles:
- scandi
workshop: true
social: true
price: $10-$15
organisation: Skandia Folkdance Society
source: events/usa/skandia.yaml
- name: Catalina Dance Weekend
links:
- "https://www.catalinadanceweekend.com/"
start_date: 2025-11-14
end_date: 2025-11-16
country: USA
state: CA
city: Catalina Island
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Fleur de Lis Fling
details: "Dance weekend featuring music from Kingfisher & Meadowhawk, calling from Alex Deis-Lauby & Seth Tepher, sound from Ed Howe. Workshops will be held on Saturday and Sunday. \n$80-165 sliding scale"
links:
- "https://register.louisvillecountrydancers.org/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/fleur-de-lis-fling/"
start_date: 2025-11-14
end_date: 2025-11-16
country: USA
state: KY
city: Louisville
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Kingfisher
- Meadowhawk
callers:
- Alex Deis-Lauby
- Seth Tepfer
price: $80-$165
organisation: Louisville Country Dancers
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Fire Ant Frolic
details: "Join us for a lovely weekend of music, friendship and dancing! Steve Zakon-Anderson will be calling to the music of Northwoods. Featuring Casey Murray, Molly Tucker and Sam Zakon-Anderson. We’ll have workshops, dance parties, Sunday potluck brunch, more! Convenient location, lots of parking and nearby restaurants. For more information, visit fireantfrolic.org"
links:
- "http://www.fireantfrolic.org/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/fire-ant-frolic-contra-dance-weekend/"
start_date: 2025-11-14
end_date: 2025-11-16
country: USA
state: TX
city: Austin
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Northwoods
callers:
- Steve Zakon-Anderson
organisation: CDSS
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Fall Frolick
details: "Join us for two days and nights of English dancing, music making, and workshops aplenty, now beginning with dinner on Friday night."
links:
- "https://bacds.org/camps/fallwk2024/"
- "https://cdss.org/event/fall-frolick-2025/"
start: "2025-11-14T16:00:00-08:00"
end: "2025-11-16T17:00:00-08:00"
country: USA
state: CA
city: Healdsburg
styles:
- ecd
workshop: true
social: true
organisation: Bay Area Country Dance Society
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Skandia Third Friday dance LIVE
details: "<html-blob><br><br>Teaching: 8:10-8:25 p.m. <br><span><strong>Skandia members, $10; nonmembers, $15; kids, free The price of admission includes a free dance class.</strong></span><br>Music TBA</html-blob>"
links:
- "https://skandia-folkdance.org/"
start: "2025-11-21T19:30:00-08:00"
end: "2025-11-21T22:30:00-08:00"
country: USA
state: WA
city: Lynnwood
styles:
- scandi
workshop: true
social: true
price: $10-$15
organisation: Skandia Folkdance Society
source: events/usa/skandia.yaml
- name: ContraCopia
links:
- "http://www.thursdaycontra.com/contracopia/"
start_date: 2025-11-28
end_date: 2025-11-30
country: USA
state: PA
city: Philadelphia
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- River Road
- Northwoods
- Midnight on the Water
callers:
- Janine Smith
- Qwill Duvall
- Michael Karcher
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Dancing Fish
links:
- "https://dancingfish.dance/event/thunderwing-derick-kalish/"
start: "2025-12-05T19:00:00-05:00"
end: "2025-12-06T21:00:00-05:00"
country: USA
state: FL
city: Melrose
styles:
- contra
workshop: false
social: true
bands:
- Thunderwing
- Frenzy
callers:
- Dereck Kalish
- Janine Smith
price: $15-$30
organisation: Dancing Fish
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Skandia First Friday LIVE
details: "<html-blob><u></u><span><strong>Skandia members, $10; nonmembers, $15; kids, free The price of admission includes a free dance class.</strong></span><br><br>Teaching: 7:30-8:30 p.m. No partner is required. </html-blob><br><html-blob><br><u></u></html-blob>"
links:
- "https://skandia-folkdance.org/"
start: "2025-12-05T19:30:00-08:00"
end: "2025-12-05T22:30:00-08:00"
country: USA
state: WA
city: Lynnwood
styles:
- scandi
workshop: true
social: true
price: $10-$15
organisation: Skandia Folkdance Society
source: events/usa/skandia.yaml
- name: Skandia Third Friday dance LIVE
details: "<html-blob><br><br>Teaching: 8:10-8:25 p.m. <br><span><strong>Skandia members, $10; nonmembers, $15; kids, free The price of admission includes a free dance class.</strong></span><br>Music TBA</html-blob>"
links:
- "https://skandia-folkdance.org/"
start: "2025-12-19T19:30:00-08:00"
end: "2025-12-19T22:30:00-08:00"
country: USA
state: WA
city: Lynnwood
styles:
- scandi
workshop: true
social: true
price: $10-$15
organisation: Skandia Folkdance Society
source: events/usa/skandia.yaml
- name: Contradancers Delight Holiday
links:
- "http://www.contradancersdelight.com/"
start_date: 2025-12-26
end_date: 2025-12-31
country: USA
state: WV
city: Morgantown
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Toss the Possum
- Spintuition
- Buzz Band
- George Paul
callers:
- Terry Doyle
- Bob Isaacs
- Devin Pohly
- Warren Doyle
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: "New Year's Eve Contra Dance"
links:
- "https://paloaltocontradance.org/calendar/"
start: "2025-12-31T19:30:00-08:00"
end: "2026-01-01T00:15:00-08:00"
country: USA
state: CA
city: Palo Alto
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Corwin Zekley & Grace Fellows
callers:
- Susan Petrick
price: $25
organisation: Palo Alto Contra Dance
source: events/usa/palo_alto.yaml
- name: Skandia First Friday LIVE
details: "<html-blob><u></u><span><strong>Skandia members, $10; nonmembers, $15; kids, free The price of admission includes a free dance class.</strong></span><br><br>Teaching: 7:30-8:30 p.m. No partner is required. </html-blob><br><html-blob><br><u></u></html-blob>"
links:
- "https://skandia-folkdance.org/"
start: "2026-01-02T19:30:00-08:00"
end: "2026-01-02T22:30:00-08:00"
country: USA
state: WA
city: Lynnwood
styles:
- scandi
workshop: true
social: true
price: $10-$15
organisation: Skandia Folkdance Society
source: events/usa/skandia.yaml
- name: Contra Carnivale
links:
- "https://contracarnivale.org/"
start_date: 2026-01-16
end_date: 2026-01-18
country: USA
state: CA
city: San Luis Obispo
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Red Case Band
- Topspin
- The Dam Beavers
callers:
- Jacqui Grennan
- Jean Gorrindo
- Michael Karcher
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Stellar Days & Nights
details: "You’re invited to the 17th “Annual” Stellar Days & Nights. \nA 4-day, 3-night winter music and dance event in the Rocky Mountains – Buena Vista, CO. Contra, English Country, and Couples Dancing, plus workshops and music jams. Cozy accommodations. Amazing scenery. Yummy food. \nNational Bands and National Callers – To Be Announced for 2026 \nCheck out the website for information. \nOrganized by: Arkansas Valley Music and Dance. \nPut this on your calendar now and plan to attend! Join our email list HERE or email us at Info@RockyMountainRanchDance.com to be added."
links:
- "https://rockymountainranchdance.com"
- "https://cdss.org/event/stellar-days-nights/"
start: "2026-01-16T15:00:00-07:00"
end: "2026-01-19T13:00:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: CO
city: Buena Vista
styles:
- contra
- ecd
workshop: true
social: true
organisation: Arkansas Valley Music and Dance
source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
- name: Skandia Third Friday dance LIVE
details: "<html-blob><br><br>Teaching: 8:10-8:25 p.m. <br><span><strong>Skandia members, $10; nonmembers, $15; kids, free The price of admission includes a free dance class.</strong></span><br>Music TBA</html-blob>"
links:
- "https://skandia-folkdance.org/"
start: "2026-01-16T19:30:00-08:00"
end: "2026-01-16T22:30:00-08:00"
country: USA
state: WA
city: Lynnwood
styles:
- scandi
workshop: true
social: true
price: $10-$15
organisation: Skandia Folkdance Society
source: events/usa/skandia.yaml
- name: Florida Snow Ball
links:
- "http://floridasnowball.tampabaycontra.com/"
start_date: 2026-01-23
end_date: 2026-01-25
country: USA
state: FL
city: Gulfport
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Turnip the Beet
- Red Case Band
callers:
- Michael Karcher
- Lisa Greenleaf
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Wintergreen
links:
- "https://bozemanfolklore.org/wintergreen-2026/"
start_date: 2026-01-23
end_date: 2026-01-25
country: USA
state: MT
city: Bozeman
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Wake Up Robin
- Hypergolic
callers:
- Lindsey Dono
- Christa Torrens
price: $145-$185
organisation: Bozeman Folklore Society
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Hands Across Contra
details: "Lesson at 7; Dance at 7:30. Sliding admission $5 to $15."
links:
- "https://boulderdance.org/event/hands-across-contra/"
start: "2026-01-30T19:00:00-07:00"
end: "2026-01-30T22:30:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: CO
city: Boulder
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $5-$15
organisation: Colorado Friends of Old Time Music and Dance
source: events/usa/boulder.yaml
- name: Supersonic
links:
- "https://www.supersoniccontra.com/"
start_date: 2026-02-06
end_date: 2026-02-07
country: USA
state: WA
city: Seattle
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Root System
- The Faux Paws
callers:
- Seth Tepfer
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Skandia First Friday LIVE
details: "<html-blob><u></u><span><strong>Skandia members, $10; nonmembers, $15; kids, free The price of admission includes a free dance class.</strong></span><br><br>Teaching: 7:30-8:30 p.m. No partner is required. </html-blob><br><html-blob><br><u></u></html-blob>"
links:
- "https://skandia-folkdance.org/"
start: "2026-02-06T19:30:00-08:00"
end: "2026-02-06T22:30:00-08:00"
country: USA
state: WA
city: Lynnwood
styles:
- scandi
workshop: true
social: true
price: $10-$15
organisation: Skandia Folkdance Society
source: events/usa/skandia.yaml
- name: Skandia Third Friday dance LIVE
details: "<html-blob><br><br>Teaching: 8:10-8:25 p.m. <br><span><strong>Skandia members, $10; nonmembers, $15; kids, free The price of admission includes a free dance class.</strong></span><br>Music TBA</html-blob>"
links:
- "https://skandia-folkdance.org/"
start: "2026-02-20T19:30:00-08:00"
end: "2026-02-20T22:30:00-08:00"
country: USA
state: WA
city: Lynnwood
styles:
- scandi
workshop: true
social: true
price: $10-$15
organisation: Skandia Folkdance Society
source: events/usa/skandia.yaml
- name: Fiddling Frog Dance Festival
links:
- "https://www.sccdc.org/special-events/fiddling-frog/"
start_date: 2026-02-27
end_date: 2026-03-01
country: USA
state: CA
city: Pasadena
styles:
- contra
workshop: false
social: true
bands:
- Playing with Fyre
- Eloise & Co.
callers:
- Frannie Marr
- Cis Hinkle
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Lava Meltdown
links:
- "http://www.lavameltdown2025.com/"
start_date: 2026-02-27
end_date: 2026-03-01
country: USA
state: ID
city: Lava Hot Springs
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Palmetto Bug Stomp
links:
- "http://charlestonfolk.weebly.com/palmetto-bug-stomp.html"
start_date: 2026-02-27
end_date: 2026-03-01
country: USA
state: SC
city: Charleston
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Notorious
- Contraforce
callers:
- Seth Tepfer
- JJ Luxe
organisation: Charleston Folk
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Skandia First Friday LIVE
details: "<html-blob><u></u><span><strong>Skandia members, $10; nonmembers, $15; kids, free The price of admission includes a free dance class.</strong></span><br><br>Teaching: 7:30-8:30 p.m. No partner is required. </html-blob><br><html-blob><br><u></u></html-blob>"
links:
- "https://skandia-folkdance.org/"
start: "2026-03-06T19:30:00-08:00"
end: "2026-03-06T22:30:00-08:00"
country: USA
state: WA
city: Lynnwood
styles:
- scandi
workshop: true
social: true
price: $10-$15
organisation: Skandia Folkdance Society
source: events/usa/skandia.yaml
- name: Carolina Meltdown
details: "Contra Dance Weekend sponsored by Charlotte Contra Dancers. Held at Camp Thunderbird, Lake Wylie, SC"
links:
- "https://www.charlottecontradance.org/carolina-meltdown"
start: "2026-03-20T19:00:00-04:00"
end: "2026-03-22T16:00:00-04:00"
country: USA
state: SC
city: Lake Wylie
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- The Dam Beavers
- Engine Room
callers:
- Lisa Greenleaf
- Cis Hinkle
organisation: Charlotte Contra Dancers
source: events/usa/charlotte.yaml
- name: Skandia Third Friday dance LIVE
details: "<html-blob><br><br>Teaching: 8:10-8:25 p.m. <br><span><strong>Skandia members, $10; nonmembers, $15; kids, free The price of admission includes a free dance class.</strong></span><br>Music TBA</html-blob>"
links:
- "https://skandia-folkdance.org/"
start: "2026-03-20T19:30:00-07:00"
end: "2026-03-20T22:30:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: WA
city: Lynnwood
styles:
- scandi
workshop: true
social: true
price: $10-$15
organisation: Skandia Folkdance Society
source: events/usa/skandia.yaml
- name: Pigtown Fling
links:
- "https://www.pigtownfling.com/"
start_date: 2026-03-27
end_date: 2026-03-29
country: USA
state: OH
city: Cincinatti
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Kingfisher
- The Dam Beavers
callers:
- Wendy Graham
- Will Mentor
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Epicenter
links:
- "https://nbcds.org/epicenter-2025/"
start_date: 2026-03-27
end_date: 2026-03-29
country: USA
state: CA
city: Mill Valley
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
bands:
- Notorious
- The Syncopaths
callers:
- Gaye Fifer
- Liz Nelson
organisation: TryContra
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Skandia First Friday LIVE
details: "<html-blob><u></u><span><strong>Skandia members, $10; nonmembers, $15; kids, free The price of admission includes a free dance class.</strong></span><br><br>Teaching: 7:30-8:30 p.m. No partner is required. </html-blob><br><html-blob><br><u></u></html-blob>"
links:
- "https://skandia-folkdance.org/"
start: "2026-04-03T19:30:00-07:00"
end: "2026-04-03T22:30:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: WA
city: Lynnwood
styles:
- scandi
workshop: true
social: true
price: $10-$15
organisation: Skandia Folkdance Society
source: events/usa/skandia.yaml
- name: Skandia Third Friday dance LIVE
details: "<html-blob><br><br>Teaching: 8:10-8:25 p.m. <br><span><strong>Skandia members, $10; nonmembers, $15; kids, free The price of admission includes a free dance class.</strong></span><br>Music TBA</html-blob>"
links:
- "https://skandia-folkdance.org/"
start: "2026-04-17T19:30:00-07:00"
end: "2026-04-17T22:30:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: WA
city: Lynnwood
styles:
- scandi
workshop: true
social: true
price: $10-$15
organisation: Skandia Folkdance Society
source: events/usa/skandia.yaml
- name: Skandia First Friday LIVE
details: "<html-blob><u></u><span><strong>Skandia members, $10; nonmembers, $15; kids, free The price of admission includes a free dance class.</strong></span><br><br>Teaching: 7:30-8:30 p.m. No partner is required. </html-blob><br><html-blob><br><u></u></html-blob>"
links:
- "https://skandia-folkdance.org/"
start: "2026-05-01T19:30:00-07:00"
end: "2026-05-01T22:30:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: WA
city: Lynnwood
styles:
- scandi
workshop: true
social: true
price: $10-$15
organisation: Skandia Folkdance Society
source: events/usa/skandia.yaml
- name: Adirondack Dance Weekend
links:
- "https://www.danceflurry.org/adirondack-dance-weekend/"
start_date: 2026-05-08
end_date: 2026-05-10
country: USA
state: NY
city: Silver Bay
styles:
- balfolk
- contra
- ecd
workshop: true
social: true
organisation: DanceFlurry
source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
- name: Skandia Third Friday dance LIVE
details: "<html-blob><br><br>Teaching: 8:10-8:25 p.m. <br><span><strong>Skandia members, $10; nonmembers, $15; kids, free The price of admission includes a free dance class.</strong></span><br>Music TBA</html-blob>"
links:
- "https://skandia-folkdance.org/"
start: "2026-05-15T19:30:00-07:00"
end: "2026-05-15T22:30:00-07:00"
country: USA
state: WA
city: Lynnwood
styles:
- scandi
workshop: true
social: true
price: $10-$15
organisation: Skandia Folkdance Society
source: events/usa/skandia.yaml
- name: Hands Across Contra
details: "Lesson at 7; Dance at 7:30. Sliding admission $5 to $15."
links:
- "https://boulderdance.org/event/hands-across-contra-11/"
start: "2026-05-29T19:00:00-06:00"
end: "2026-05-29T22:30:00-06:00"
country: USA
state: CO
city: Boulder
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $5-$15
organisation: Colorado Friends of Old Time Music and Dance
source: events/usa/boulder.yaml
- name: Hands Across Contra
details: "Lesson at 7; Dance at 7:30. Sliding admission $5 to $15."
links:
- "https://boulderdance.org/event/hands-across-contra-12/"
start: "2026-07-31T19:00:00-06:00"
end: "2026-07-31T22:30:00-06:00"
country: USA
state: CO
city: Boulder
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $5-$15
organisation: Colorado Friends of Old Time Music and Dance
source: events/usa/boulder.yaml
- name: Hands Across Contra
details: "Lesson at 7; Dance at 7:30. Sliding admission $5 to $15."
links:
- "https://boulderdance.org/event/hands-across-contra-13/"
start: "2026-10-30T19:00:00-06:00"
end: "2026-10-30T22:30:00-06:00"
country: USA
state: CO
city: Boulder
styles:
- contra
workshop: true
social: true
price: $5-$15
organisation: Colorado Friends of Old Time Music and Dance
source: events/usa/boulder.yaml