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Richmond, VA Saturday Night Contra Dance
West End Ballroom 2300 John Rolfe Parkway, Henrico, VA, United StatesJoin the Richmond, VA, contra dance, hosted by TADAMS at the West End Ballroom for a Saturday evening dance. Beginner lesson at 6:45pm, dance from 7:30-10:30pm. Admission is $15 non-members, $10 members and students, children under 13 are free. Please check our full website calendar for caller and band details.
Contra Dancing in Houston, TX
Dauntless Dance Studio 3221 Houston Ave, Houston, TX, United StatesHATDS 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! The admission price for contra dances is $10 for members, $15 for non-members. Cash, checks, credit cards, and digital wallets are currently accepted […]
Saturday Contra Dance with Rhythmajigs
West End Ballroom 2300 John Rolfe Parkway, Henrico, VA, United StatesLocation: West End Ballroom; venue is air conditioned with plenty of parking. Music: Rhythmajigs (Charlottesville) with Jack Maus on piano, Michael Giordano on fiddle, and Pattie Reum on whistles and flute. Caller: Bill Wellington (Staunton) Admission: $10 members/students, $15 non-members, 14 & under free. Beginner’s Workshop: Arrive early at 6:45pm to learn or review basic steps.
North Alabama Country Dance Society – Contra Dance
Faith Presbyterian Church 5300 Whitesburg Dr., Huntsville, AL, United StatesEvery 2nd & 4th Saturday starting 2024. Contra Dance in the gym at Faith Presbyterian Church, Huntsville, AL. Newcomers at 6:30pm; dance 7 pm Central time. Check Facebook for updated info under North Alabama Country Dance Society. Wear soft-soled shoes and bring your own resealable water container. Members $10; non-members $15.
Las Vegas Contra Dance
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Las Vegas 3616 E Lake Mead Blvd, Las Vegas, NV, United StatesLas Vegas Contra Dance. Live band 112 and Then Some. Nongendered calling.
Symmetry ECD Sundays
ONLINESymmetry began with a group of friends offering online ECD during the pandemic, and we see no reason to stop now! Join caller Sharon Spangler each Sunday at 2pm Eastern for an hour-long program of dances. The dances are modified to fit the zoom format and work well for one or two dancers. A "pin […]
Sebastopol 5th Sunday Advanced English Dance
Wischemann Hall 465 Morris St., Sebastopol, CA, United StatesThe Sebastopol 5th Sunday dance is a chance for our callers, dancers and musicians to enjoy an afternoon of challenging material and streamlined teaching. We expect dancers attending these sessions to be completely comfortable with heys for 3 and 4, dolphin heys, double figure 8s, and triple minor progression. They should also be able to […]
Houston Area Traditional Dance Society 5th Sunday English Country Dance
Dauntless Dance Studio 3221 Houston Ave, Houston, TX, United StatesHATDS 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.
English Country Dance Atlanta
First Existentialist Congregation 470 Candler Park Dr NE, Atlanta, GA, United States2nd, 4th, and 5th Sunday afternoons Cis Hinkle & Reelplay Dave Marcus (concertina), Robbin Marcus (piano) $9, cash or check
Gainesville Florida English Country Dance
United Church of Gainesville 1624 NW 5th Ave, Gainesville, FL, United StatesWe 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.
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.
Monday Night Contra Dance at the Laurel Theater
Laurel Theater 1538 Laurel Ave, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThe Knoxville Contra Dance is pleased to offer a weekly contra dance at the historic Laurel Theater in Knoxville. We feature a community of callers and musicians and an intimate and friendly crowd of dancers. An introductory workshop is offered starting at 7:30, perfect for the experienced and the newcomer alike, followed by dancing to […]
Symmetry ECD Tuesdays
ONLINESymmetry began with a group of friends offering online ECD during the pandemic, and we see no reason to stop now! In addition to weekly Sunday dances with caller Sharon Spangler, Symmetry's Tuesday dances feature a variety of callers, a mix of faces from the U.K. and the U.S. The dances are slightly adapted for […]
TECDA Tuesday Evening English Country Dance
Willowdale Presbyterian Church 38 Ellerslie Ave., North York, Ontario, CanadaCome and join us every Tuesday for an evening of dance with our talented callers: Cathy Campbell, Dave Berman, Alan Rosenthal and Walter Zagorski. Masks are required for dancing. Please bring your dancing shoes, water bottle, and come and enjoy an evening of English Country Dancing.
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 […]
Ann Arbor Tuesday English Country Dance
Concourse Hall 4531 Concourse Drive, Ann Arbor, MI, United StatesWe 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.
Williamsburg (VA) Tuesday Night English Dance
Newport House Bed & Breakfast 710 South Henry Street, Williamsburg, VA, United StatesCome 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!
Country Dance Tour to Prague and the Czech Republic
Prague Prague, Czech RepublicIf you love dancing contras, squares and English Country Dance, love to travel and would love to visit Prague and the Czech Republic, I urge you to consider joining us this coming October 2 – 14, 2024! These Country Dance Tours offer a wide range of activities and different locations. You’ll have opportunities to visit […]
Asheville Wednesday Evening English Country Dance
Harvest House Community Center 205 Kenilworth Rd., Asheville, NC, United StatesEnglish 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.
Richmond, VA English Country Dance
Belmont Recreation Center 1600 Hilliard Road, Henrico, VA, United StatesPlease join 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 […]
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