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North Jersey English Country Dancers, 2nd and 4th Sundays
Unitarian Society of Ridgewood 113 Cottage Place, Ridgewood
Asheville Sunday Afternoon English Country Dance
Harvest House Community Center 205 Kenilworth Rd., Asheville
Nashville Second Sunday English Country Dances
Friends Meeting House, Nashville 530 26th Ave N, Nashville
English Country Dance at Tapestry Folkdance Center
Tapestry Folkdance Center 3748 Minnehaha Avenue, Minneapolis
Nashville Monday Night English Country Dance Class
Sevier Park Community Center 3021 Lealand Lane, Nashville
English Country Dance on Mondays in Gainesville
United Church of Gainesville 1624 NW 5th Ave, Gainesville,
The Asheville Monday Night Contra Dance
The Ivy Building at Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College 9 Genevieve Circle, Asheville
Monday Evening English Country Dance in Baltimore
Church of the Nativity and Holy Comforter 6112 York Rd, Baltimore
Folklore Society of Greater Washington (FSGW) English Country Dance
Glen Echo Town Hall 6106 Harvard Ave., Glen Echo
Village Green English Country Dancers’ Weekly Classes
Harrow United Church 955 Mulvey Avenue, Winnipeg
Cleveland Thursday English Country Dance
Forest Hill Church Presbyterian 3031 Monticello Blvd, Cleveland Heights
Cleveland Second Friday English Country Dance
St. Patrick Catholic Church 3602 Bridge Ave, Cleveland
International Folkdance at Tapestry Folkdance Center
Tapestry Folkdance Center 3748 Minnehaha Avenue, Minneapolis
Portland Country Dance Community Friday Night English Dance
Burlingame Water Tower Dance Hall 8936 SW 17th Ave, Portland
San Luis Obispo Monthly Contra Dance
Odd Fellows Hall, San Luis Obispo 520 Dana St, San Luis Obispo
Scissortail Contra Dance in Oklahoma City
First Unitarian Church Oklahoma City - Daniel Hall 600 Northwest 13th Street, Oklahoma City
Portland Country Dance Community 2nd Saturdays Contra Dance
Fulton Park (L'Etoile French Immersion School) 68 SW Miles St, Portland
2nd Saturday English Country Dance in Dallas
Apex Dance and Performing Arts 5706 Mockingbird Lane, Ste. 240, Dallas
Princeton Country Dancers’ English Country Dance
Suzanne Patterson Center 1 Monument Dr, Princeton
Williamstown, MA Contra Dance
First Congregational Church of Williamstown, MA 906 Main St, Williamstown
Contra Dance at Tapestry Folkdance Center
Tapestry Folkdance Center 3748 Minnehaha Avenue, MinneapolisWeek of Events
English Country Dance in Norwich, VT
Monthly series of English country dancing open to all experience levels; beginners warmly welcomed. Dances taught by David Millstone; music by Carol Compton (keyboard and recorders) and Thal Aylward (violin and viola). Potluck refreshments at the break; please bring a change of shoes to avoid tracking grit onto the floor.
English Country Dance
Twice-monthly English Country Dance session in Colorado Springs, CO. Each dance will be taught and then practiced. Great social atmosphere and fun!
Symmetry ECD Sundays
Symmetry 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 […]
North Jersey English Country Dancers, 2nd and 4th Sundays
Our dances are on the second and fourth Sunday of every month, always with live music and friendly dancers. No partner needed - come alone or with a friend! Introduction for newcomers at 1:50 pm. In the summer, we enjoy ice cream during the break. Our Fabulous Callers: Alex Deis-Lauby Dorothy Cummings Daniel Popowich Helen […]
Culver City ECD
English Country Dance with live musicians in the afternoon on the Westside of Los Angeles. No partner required. Masks optional. Preregistration requested. $20 (sliding scale)
Louisville English Country Dance
Louisville English Country Dance meets on the 2nd and last Sundays of most months. Please check our website for details.
Asheville Sunday Afternoon English Country Dance
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! 3:30pm-4:00pm, Newcomers’ Session 4:00pm-6:15-ish pm, Dance Leader: TBA Live Music: TBA Bring a snack to share during the break-out in the parlor. Wear comfortable clothes and non-marking shoes. We […]
Nashville Second Sunday English Country Dances
Sunday English Dances to Live Music, once a month from 4pm – 6pm This dance is open to beginning and experienced dancers alike. Cost: $5-20 sliding scale, pay what you can.
Nordic Social Dance
Second Sunday of the Month 6:00–6:45 pm Instruction 7:00–8:00 pm Social Dance 8:00–8:10 pm Group Mixer 8:10–8:50 pm Social Dance 8:50–9:00 pm Group Långdans Cost: $15 General | $12 Member | $8 Young Adult & Youth (Ages 10 -21) In Nordic Social Dance, you will learn and review the dances of Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland, and […]
English Country Dance at Tapestry Folkdance Center
Every Sunday Small Studio 7:00 - 9:00 pm 2nd Sunday of the Month Live Music with Anytime English Players | 6:30 - 9:00 pm Cost: Recorded Music: $12 General Admission | $9 Tapestry Member | $8 Young Adult (Ages 18-30) | $4 Youth (Ages 10-17) | Under 10 - Free Live Music: $15 General Admission […]
Contra Dance in St Louis
Weekly contra dance in St Louis area (actually Webster Groves MO). Always great live music. First dance each month features open calling.
Common Floor Contra Dance
Contra dancing in Portland, ME every second Sunday. For details, visit our website. $15 suggested donation.
Joyfully Dancing (Ages 55+)
Every Monday Ed Stern Large Studio | 9:30-10:30 AM Cost: $5 Note: NO CLASS on Monday, February 3 and Monday, March 31. Robin Nelson strives to help build connections and create a joyful community wherever people gather on the dance floor! She has over 30 years of experience leading singing and traditional dance for people […]
Nashville Monday Night English Country Dance Class
Sevier Park Community Center. Parking and entrance to the building are at 3021 Lealand Lane. Note: Sevier Park Community Center is closed on Government Holidays. If in doubt, call 615-862-8466 (Park Office) to check. We welcome experienced and beginning dancers. This is an excellent opportunity for beginners. Cost: free. No registration is required. Please sign […]
English Country Dance on Mondays in Gainesville
This is an open dance group. No experience, special dress or partner needed. Every Monday we dance the dances from Jane Austen period to those being written today. We dance at the United Church of Gainesville, 1624 NW 5th Avenue, Gainesville, FL. Lesson at 6:00 pm. Dance from 6:30 - 8:30. Live music by Hoggetowne […]
Ashland Country Dancers – English Country Dance
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.
Chicago Contra Dance
The Chicago Barn Dance Company sponsors and supports contra dance, traditional square dance, and old-time music in the Chicago area. Our dances are held every Monday night, except holidays, in the beautiful fourth-floor Erin Ballroom at Chicago's Irish American Heritage Center. The dance venue is near the Montrose Blue Line stop, or you can park […]
The Asheville Monday Night Contra Dance
New Location, Times, & Admission The Ivy Building at Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College 9 Genevieve Circle, Asheville, NC 28801 (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.) Lesson: 7:00pm - 7:30pm Dance: 7:30pm - 10:00pm […]
Knoxville Monday Night Contra
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.
Verona, VA Monday Night Contra Dance
Join Shenandoah Valley Contra Dance at the Verona Community Center for our monthly Monday Night Contra. No experience necessary - we'll teach you everything you need to know - and you don't need to bring a partner (but if you want to bring a crew of people - the more the merrier!). A brief beginner […]
Monday Contra Dance in Nelson, NH
What better way to start the week? Only $5! It's Monday, and we (almost) always dance on Monday.
Monday Cincinnati Contra Dance
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.
Austin English Country Dance
Join us for our weekly Monday English country dance. All levels welcome on regular Mondays, but first-time dancers should arrive at 7:15pm for an intro session. We dance more challenging dances in the second half of the evening. Check our calendar for special events (live music!) or facility closures. Please sign in upon arrival; entry […]
Monday Evening English Country Dance in Baltimore
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.
Louisville Contra Dance
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!
Symmetry ECD Tuesdays
Symmetry 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 […]
Saint Louis Queer Contra
Come on out to Saint Louis Queer Contra Second Tuesdays 7-9 pm (Lesson 6:45) at Focal Point - 2720 Sutton, Maplewood, MO One of the most wholesome, friendly, and affirming things to do in St. Louis! All dances taught, non-gendered calling, live music - no partner or experience needed.
English Country Dance Classes in Pasadena
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. Pay $10 at the door, […]
Park Avenue Contra (Swarthmore PA)
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).
Bloomington Contra Dance
Please 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 […]
Richmond, VA English Country Dance
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 […]
Weekly Austin Contra Dance
A free weekly dance at Hancock Recreation Center, with music by the jam/pickup band, Local On-Call Orchestra (LOCO). We dance every week that Hancock Recreation Center is open. A brief beginners session is taught at 7:30, before the dance program begins. Dance ends about 9:30. Free parking lot. We welcome beginners. If you can […]
Folklore Society of Greater Washington (FSGW) English Country Dance
In-person dancing at Glen Echo Town Hall. With live music! You 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. If you have […]
San Francisco Contra Dance
2nd & 4th Wednesday in San Francisco! Role names: The role names usually used at this series are "Larks" and "Robins." Beginner lesson at 7:30, dance 8:00-10:30 Check our website for details. $25 supporters; $20 non-members; $15 members; $6 students or low-income; or pay what you can.
Village Green English Country Dancers’ Weekly Classes
We meet almost every Wednesday evening. We learn traditional and historic dances, old and new, and get a chance to practice them. There’s a big celebratory dance with live music at the end of the season with smaller ones through the year. No dance experience is necessary. Bring a friend, or just yourself. Wear comfortable, […]
Cleveland Thursday English Country Dance
Come join us every Thursday afternoon for English Country Dancing. Combination of live and recorded music, in an air-conditioned hall.
Lake City Contra Dance
Thursday nights; doors open at 7 pm Dances: intro/refresher workshop 7:15 pm, dancing 7:30 till 10:00 pm Admission on a sliding scale $10 – 20 – pay what you can The hall is well-ventilated and air-conditioned! For more information call 206-525-0932, or send us email.
Lewiston Contra Dance
We dance in the beautiful Trinity Commons at 247 Bates Street, Lewiston, ME. Sliding Scale $15-25, teens $5, kids under 12 free. Pay what you can! We’d love to dance with you! Beginners’ lesson at 7, dancing from 7:30-10. For more information, see our website or find us on Facebook!
Contra Caller Workshop
Come try your hand at calling contra dances or support those who want to learn to call at this free workshop.
TECDA Friday Evening Dance
Come and join us every Friday for an evening of dance with our talented callers: Dave Berman, Cathy Campbell, Alan Rosenthal, Walter Zagorski. Masks are optional. Please bring your dancing shoes, water bottle and come and enjoy an evening of English Country Dancing. email: [email protected]
Monrovia English Country Dance
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 […]
Cleveland Second Friday English Country Dance
Come join us at our monthly Second Friday English Country Dance. Live music by Toad in the Hole. Callers: Carol Kopp, Steve Otlowski, & Elizabeth Estep Wood Floor. Suggested Donation $10 (Pay what you can)
International Folkdance at Tapestry Folkdance Center
Every Friday Ed Stern Large Studio 7:30 - 8:30 pm Lesson 8:30-10:30 pm Request Dance - recorded music Cost: $12 General Admission | $9 Tapestry Member | $8 Young Adult (Ages 18-30) | $4 Youth (Ages 10-17) | Under 10 - Free “Pay What You Choose” First seven days of every month (1st through the 7th) […]
Portland Country Dance Community Friday Night English Dance
For details about venue, callers, or musicians, please go to our website, or email [email protected] Sliding scale: $7 - $20.
Friday Night Contra at Glen Echo, Maryland
Join us in Glen Echo, Maryland, for a fun night of contras and an occasional square! There’s a free lesson at 7:30pm.
San Luis Obispo Monthly Contra Dance
Live music and gender-neutral calling at the monthly contra dance in San Luis Obispo, CA. Dances are monthly on the 2nd Saturday. 6:30 lesson, dancing until 9:30.
Dover English Country Dancers – Monthly Dance
Monthly English country dance with live music. Newcomers are always welcome, and each dance is taught with a walk-through before it is danced. Dress is casual ("regular" clothes) except for special events (Spring and Holiday dances), when attendees may dress in formal/cocktail or 18th century attire. Annual membership for the January - December season is […]
Scissortail Contra Dance in Oklahoma City
Scissortail Contra Dance in Oklahoma City, second and fourth Saturdays. Check our Facebook or our website for more details!
CDK Contra & Square Dance
Contra & Square Dance - Beginning Workshop 7pm, Dancing 7:30-10:30pm Suggested donation $5-$20
Portland Country Dance Community 2nd Saturdays Contra Dance
7:00 pm newcomer/refresher lesson 7:30 pm dancing starts 10:30 dancing ends Sliding scale $6-$20. Some dancers head to a pub for "afters"—all are welcome! For more current information and last-minute changes, see the PCDC calendar.
Second Saturday Contra
Join us for our Second 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 changes in dance schedule or location. $10 General • $5 for 25 years & younger
Valley Contra Dance
We dance twice a month, 2nd and 4th Saturdays. Dance instruction at 7:00 PM No partner or experience needed! The moves in the dances are called by a caller, and the music is always live. Parking is available right next to the church or on the street. Please enter on Prospect St. Please carry in […]
Floyd Contra Dance
Come join us with Jim Harrington and Rya Martin playing with Brian Hamshar calling. No experience needed. Lessons at 7, Dance at 7:30. $10 ($5 for students).
Toronto Contra Dance
Shake off the week and hit the floor for an unforgettable night of music, movement, and community joy. Caller and band change with every dance. Dances are either mask optional or mask mandatory. Full details and schedule are at the Toronto Contra Dance website. New to Contra? No problem! No partner needed, and beginners are […]
2nd Saturday English Country Dance in Dallas
English Country Dance with live music every 2nd Saturday.
Contra Dancing in Houston, TX
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! The admission price for contra dances is $10 for members, $15 for non-members. Cash, checks, credit cards, and digital wallets are currently accepted […]
Princeton Country Dancers’ English Country Dance
English Country Dance every 2nd Saturday (except November and December), 7:30-10:30.
Contra Dance at Tapestry Folkdance Center
Every Saturday LARGE STUDIO 7:30 - 8:00 pm Lesson 8:00 - 11:00 pm Dance Cost: Live Music: $15 General Admission | $12 Tapestry Member | $8 Young Adult (Ages 18-30) | $4 Youth (Ages 10-17) | Under 10 - Free “Pay What You Choose” first seven days of every month (1st through the 7th) Recorded Music: […]

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