Sunday, October 18, 2026

• October 18, 2026 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

  Junction Song Circle
October 18 at 2:00 pm–4:00 pm EDT
Junction Song Circle
Come sing: Bring a ballad or traditional song to share! On the third Sunday of every month, we meet up in the community room of the Greater Hartford UCC in White River Junction to share ballads and other unaccompanied songs. Traditional British and North American ballads are our specialties: stark, spellbinding story-songs handed down orally […]
Free
• October 18, 2026 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

  LITMA Contradance

October 18 at 2:00 pm–5:00 pm EDT
LITMA Contradance
LITMA Contradances are usually held on the 3rd Sunday of the month from 2:00-5:00PM from September through June at the Brush Barn, 211 E Main St, Smithtown, Long Island. Basic instruction at 1:45 PM $15 General admission $10 LITMA Members Students Half Price Children under 16 FREE with paid Adult
Free – $15
• October 18, 2026 2:30 pm – 5:00 pm

  Mostly Waltz at Tapestry Folkdance Center

October 18 at 2:30 pm–5:00 pm CST
Mostly Waltz at Tapestry Folkdance Center
3rd Sunday of the Month Large Studio  2:30 - 5:00 pm Cost: Recorded Music:  $12 General Admission | $9 Tapestry Member | $8 Young Adult (Ages 18-30) | $4 Youth (Ages 10-17) | Under 10 - Free Instructor: Gerhardt Quast   Want to have fun on the dance floor?  Mostly Waltz invites and encourages anyone and […]
$4 – $12
• October 18, 2026 2:30 pm – 5:30 pm

  Third Sunday English Regency Dancing & Tea in Van Nuys, CA

October 18 at 2:30 pm–5:30 pm PDT
Third Sunday English Regency Dancing & Tea in Van Nuys, CA
Get whisked away to the year 1815 and dance in Jane Austen's footsteps. Caller:  Laura Beraha Music:  Recorded Music of Mozart, Beethoven, Haydn, Purcell, Handel & Traditional Tunes Food: SEATED TEA provided from 3:30 to 4:30pm: Homemade Scones, Cucumber Sandwiches, quinoa-broccoli-cheddar bites, & other nibbles provided. Donations of snacks gratefully appreciated. Fancy place settings admired. […]
$20
• October 18, 2026 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm

  Ballroom Variety Dance

October 18 at 6:30 pm–9:30 pm CST
Ballroom Variety Dance
1st, 3rd, and 5th Sunday of the Month Ed Stern Large Studio 6:00 - 7:00 pm Lesson | 7:00 - 9:30 pm Dance  Live Music: $20 General | $17 Member | $8 Young Adult (18-30) | $4 Youth (Ages 17-10) Recorded Music: $15 General | $12 Member | $8 Young Adult (18-30) | $4 Youth (Ages 17-10) “Pay What […]
$4 – $20
• October 18, 2026 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

  English Country Dance at Tapestry Folkdance Center

October 18 at 7:00 pm–9:00 pm CST
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 […]
$4 – $12

Monday, October 19, 2026

• October 19, 2026 9:30 am – 10:30 am

  Joyfully Dancing (Ages 55+)

October 19 at 9:30 am–10:30 am CST
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 […]
$5
• October 19, 2026 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

  Nashville Monday Night English Country Dance Class

October 19 at 6:00 pm–7:30 pm CDT
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 […]
Free
• October 19, 2026 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

  English Country Dance on Mondays in Gainesville

October 19 at 6:00 pm–8:30 pm EST
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 […]
$10
• October 19, 2026 7:00 pm – 9:40 pm

  Chicago Contra Dance


October 19 at 7:00 pm–9:40 pm CST

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 […]

• October 19, 2026 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm

  Knoxville Monday Night Contra

October 19 at 7:00 pm–10:30 pm EDT
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. 
$5 – $10
• October 19, 2026 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

  Monday Cincinnati Contra Dance
October 19 at 7:30 pm–9:30 pm EDT
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. 
$5.00
• October 19, 2026 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

  Austin English Country Dance

October 19 at 7:30 pm–9:30 pm CDT
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 […]
$5
• October 19, 2026 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm

  Louisville Contra Dance

October 19 at 8:00 pm–10:30 pm EDT
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!
$10

Tuesday, October 20, 2026

• October 20, 2026 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

  Symmetry ECD Tuesdays

October 20 at 2:00 pm–3:00 pm EDT
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 […]
Free

Wednesday, October 21, 2026

• October 21, 2026 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

  Asheville English Country Dance for All


October 21 at 6:30 pm–8:30 pm EST

Asheville English Country Dance for All

English Country Dance. All levels welcome, newcomers through advanced dancers. Skills session at 6:15 pm. Occasional live music. Please bring clean, soft-soled shoes and a sunny disposition. 

• October 21, 2026 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm

  Wednesday English Country Dance at Guiding Star Grange

October 21 at 7:00 pm–9:30 pm EST
Wednesday English Country Dance at Guiding Star Grange
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. 
 Cost: $10-$20, sliding scale. See venue website for this month's details and Covid policy.
$10 – $20
• October 21, 2026 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

  Richmond, VA English Country Dance

October 21 at 7:30 pm–9:30 pm EST
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 […]
$2
• October 21, 2026 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

  Weekly Austin Contra Dance

October 21 at 7:30 pm–9:30 pm CDT
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 […]
Free
• October 21, 2026 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm

  Baltimore Folk Music Society Wednesday Contra Dance

October 21 at 8:00 pm–10:30 pm EDT
Baltimore Folk Music Society Wednesday Contra Dance
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. Gender-free calling No partner? No problem. New dancer lesson every week at 7:30pm Live music from local, regional, and national bands Admission $10 for members and affiliates (FSGW, […]
Free – $15
• October 21, 2026 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm

  Princeton Country Dancers’ Contra Dance

October 21 at 8:00 pm–10:30 pm EST
Princeton Country Dancers’ Contra Dance
Weekly contra dance on Wednesday nights, 8:00-10:30.
$15

Thursday, October 22, 2026

No events on this day.

Friday, October 23, 2026

• October 23, 2026 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

  Phoenix 4th Friday Contra Dance

October 23 at 7:00 pm–10:00 pm MST
Phoenix 4th Friday Contra Dance
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.  $10 General • $5 for 25 years & younger
$5 – $10
• October 23, 2026 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm

  Milford NH Contra Dance

October 23 at 7:00 pm–9:30 pm EDT
Milford NH Contra Dance
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 […]
Free – $12
• October 23, 2026 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

  International Folkdance at Tapestry Folkdance Center

October 23 at 7:30 pm–10:30 pm CST
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) […]
$4 – $12
• October 23, 2026 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

  Portland Country Dance Community Friday Night English Dance

October 23 at 7:30 pm–10:30 pm PST
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.
$7 – $20
• October 23, 2026 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm

  Tally Contra Dance

October 23 at 7:30 pm–10:00 pm EST
Tally Contra Dance
Tallahassee community contra dances are in full swing the 2nd and 4th Fridays of most months! Refer to our website for details, as bands and callers vary each dance. Those new to contra dancing are strongly encouraged to come by 7:15, when a beginner lesson will be taught. Consider bringing a snack to share during […]
$6 – $10

Saturday, October 24, 2026

• October 24, 2026 6:30 pm – 10:00 pm

  Jax Contra

October 24 at 6:30 pm–10:00 pm EST
Jax Contra
Jax Contra is a community dance. You don’t need experience to join us and even people who say, “I can’t dance,” will find themselves captivated, laughing, and enjoying themselves right along with people who have been dancing all of their lives! No partner or experience is necessary, and all ages are welcome. We love beginners; […]
$10.00
• October 24, 2026 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm

  CDK Contra & Square Dance

October 24 at 7:00 pm–10:30 pm EST
CDK Contra & Square Dance
Contra & Square Dance - Beginning Workshop 7pm, Dancing 7:30-10:30pm Suggested donation $5-$20
$5 – $20
• October 24, 2026 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm

  Portland Country Dance Community 4th Saturdays Contra Dance

October 24 at 7:00 pm–10:30 pm PST
Portland Country Dance Community 4th Saturdays Contra Dance
Mark your calendars now for the next Saturday night dance at Fulton Hall. Dances are called using gender-neutral terms. 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!
$6 – $20
• October 24, 2026 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

  Syracuse Country Dancers ECD

October 24 at 7:00 pm–10:00 pm EDT
Syracuse Country Dancers ECD
English country dance every 2nd and 4th Saturday. 
$5 – $15
• October 24, 2026 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm

  Chattanooga Contra Dance

October 24 at 7:00 pm–9:30 pm EST
Chattanooga Contra Dance
Come on out to the dance floor! Bring your soft-soled shoes and water bottle! We host callers and bands from across the East Coast! The beginner lesson is at 7 pm, and the dance is from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm!
$7 – $15
• October 24, 2026 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

  Princeton Country Dancers’ Combination Contra and English Country Dance

October 24 at 7:30 pm–10:30 pm EST
Princeton Country Dancers’ Combination Contra and English Country Dance
Combination Contra and English Country Dance every 4th Saturday, 7:30-10:30 (except February)
$15
• October 24, 2026 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

  Richmond Saturday Evening Contra Dance, Sponsored by TADAMS

October 24 at 7:30 pm–10:30 pm EST
Richmond Saturday Evening Contra Dance, Sponsored by TADAMS
Join us in Richmond, VA for a Saturday evening contra dance, hosted by TADAMS, at the West End Ballroom. Beginner lesson at 6:45pm, dance from 7:30-10:30pm. Please see our full website calendar for band and caller details. Admission is $15 non-members, $10 members & students, children under 13 are free.   
$10 – $15
• October 24, 2026 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

  Contra Dance at Tapestry Folkdance Center

October 24 at 8:00 pm–11:00 pm CST
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:  […]
$4 – $15