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Contra Dance
ValleyCopia
First Presbyterian Church of Bethlehem 2344 Center Street, Bethlehem, PA, United StatesChallenging Contra Dances in the Afternoon and Regular in the Evening 3–6 PM: Challenging Contras with Noah VanNorstrand and Helen Kumar Alex Deis-Lauby calling 6–7 PM: Famous Potluck—bring a dish to share, a paper or plastic plate, and utensils 7 PM: Lesson for new dancers 7:30–10:30 PM: Evening Dance with Stove Dragon and Ben Sachs-Hamilton […]
ContraATL Weekly Dance
Decatur Recreation Center 231 Sycamore St, Decatur, GA, United StatesAtlanta'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.
Friday Contra Dance, Nashville TN
Second Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall 3511 Belmont Blvd., Nashville, TN, United StatesAll 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. $5 - $25, pay what you can.
Fifth Friday Contra at Guiding Star Grange
Guiding Star Grange 401 Chapman St, Greenfield, MA, United StatesCaller and featured musicians vary each time; please check the Guiding Star Grange website for details. Schedule: 7:30 beginner lesson, 8:00-11:00 contras Cost: $12-$20 sliding scale Note: Each dance series now has its own COVID protocol. We hope every dancer will feel comfortable at one or more dances.
Friday Night Contra at Glen Echo, Maryland
Glen Echo Park 7300 MacArthur Boulevard, Glen Echo, MD, United StatesJoin us in Glen Echo, Maryland, for a fun night of contras and an occasional square! There’s a free lesson at 7:30pm.
Fifth Saturday Contra at Guiding Star Grange
Guiding Star Grange 401 Chapman St, Greenfield, MA, United StatesCaller and featured musicians vary each time; please check the Guiding Star Grange website for details. Note: Each dance series now has its own COVID protocol. We hope every dancer will feel comfortable at one or more dances.
ContraCopia
Commodore Barry Center 6815 Emlen St, Philadelphia, PA, United States9 hours of contra dances, squares & waltzes 3 AWESOME bands and 3 AMAZING callers Bands Ice Cream Truckers Noah Van Norstrand (fiddle, feet), Kelsey Wells (fiddle), and Helen Kuhar (guitar) Stove Dragon Oliver Scanlon (fiddle), Sam Zakon-Anderson (keyboard), Rose Jackson (fiddle), and Helen Kuhar (guitar) Millserati Imogen Mills (fiddle, vocals), Cecily Mills (cello, didgeridoo, […]
After-Thanksgiving Barn Dance!
The Meeting House 3850 Main Road, Tiverton, RI, United StatesSponsored by Four Corners Arts Center Four Corners Arts Center invites you to the historic village of Tiverton Four Corners for an after Thanksgiving Live Music early evening of barn dances! This is still wicked fun today! It is the most fun you can have with your clothes on! Bring your friends or come alone! […]
Contra Dance to Delightful Live Music
Annapolis Friends Meetinghouse 351 Dubois Road, Annapolis, MD, United StatesIntro lesson at 6:30; dance at 7:00. Pre-registration is not required, but please email aefallon@verizon.net to let us know if you can help with pre-dance setup and/or post-dance hall restoration. Such help is much appreciated! Face masks are optional. Venue has windows and filter fans for circulation and ventilation. Please bring own water. Snacks to share are […]
Portland Country Dance Community 5th Saturdays Open Mike/Open Band Contra Dance
Fulton Park Hall (L'Etoile French Immersion School) 68 SW Miles St, Portland, OR, United StatesOur Saturday night Open Mike Open Band dance at Fulton Hall. Two local musicians will organize the music. Please contact them in advance so that you can learn about their musical plans. A local caller will lead the callers' Open Mike. You can contact them in advance or show up and sign up for a […]
Montpelier Contra Dance
Capital City Grange Hall 6612 Vermont Rt. 12, Berlin, VT, United StatesMontpelier Contra Dance with callers and bands that perform regionally and nationally—see website or Facebook events Beginners, singles, and all ages are welcome; all dances are taught. Gender-neutral role terms (Larks and Robins) Newcomers lesson 7:40 pm. Dancing 8-11pm. Please bring clean soft-soled shoes. Masks optional / Excellent ventilation with open windows and ceiling exhaust […]
Contra Dance
International Dance Club 2422 Busch Ave., Colorado Springs, CO, United StatesContra Dance in Colorado Springs, CO with live music. Beginner's lesson at start of session. $10 adults; $5 students; children under 13 free with a paying adult.
Contra Dance in St Louis
The Monday Club of Webster Groves 37 S. Maple Ave., Webster Groves, MO, United StatesWeekly contra dance in St Louis area (actually Webster Groves MO). Always great live music. First dance each month features open calling.
The Asheville Monday Night Contra Dance
Odyssey School 90 Zillicoa St, Asheville, NC, United StatesThe Asheville Monday Night Contra Dance, every Monday. Dancing to a live band & caller! Contra dancing is fun and energetic. The welcoming atmosphere makes it a perfect evening for beginners as well as seasoned contra dancers. Beginners are welcome, lesson 7:00pm – 7:30pm. Contra dancing from 7:30pm – 10:00pm. A waltz ends the night! […]
Monday Night Dance
Laurel Theater 1538 Laurel Ave, Knoxville, TN, United StatesContra Dance to live music every Monday in the beautiful, historic Laurel Theater. We have a short newcomer session beginning at 7:00 with the dance beginning at 7:30. Everyone is welcome! $10 Adults / $5 Students
Monday Contra Dance in Nelson, NH
Nelson Town Hall 5 Nelson Common Rd, Nelson, NH, United StatesWhat better way to start the week? Only $5! It's Monday, and we (almost) always dance on Monday.
The Asheville Monday Night Contra Dance
Center for Art & Spirit at St. George 1 School Road, Asheville, NC, United StatesThe Asheville Monday Night Contra Dance, every Monday. Dancing to a live band & caller! Contra dancing is fun and energetic. The welcoming atmosphere makes it a perfect evening for beginners as well as seasoned contra dancers. Beginners are welcome, lesson 7:45pm - 8:15pm. Contra dancing from 8:15pm - 10:30pm. A waltz ends the night! […]
Indy Contra Dance
Englewood Christian Church 57 N. Rural St., Indianapolis, IN, United StatesWe dance on the first Tuesday of the month, 7-9 pm ET. There’s no smoking or drinking, and anyone’s welcome to dance together, regardless of age, experience, gender, preference for dogs or cats, etc. We provide a brief new dancer intro / refresher / warm-up starting at 6:40, with dancing for everybody 7:00 – 9:00 […]
Bloomington Contra Dance
Harmony School 909 East 2nd Street, Bloomington, IN, United StatesPlease see our home page for the latest information. Entrance fee: by sliding scale donation, with a suggested range from $3 to $20. Striving 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. Membership: Membership […]
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