Event Series English Country Dance Class

English Country Dance Class

317 Main St. Community Music Center 317 Main St, Yarmouth, ME, United States

English country dancing returns to 317! A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but generally less physically demanding, ECD is a great way to make friends, […]

$12

OH! Flying Shoes! special 3rd Fri dance

Rockport Opera House 6 Central Street, Rockport, Maine, United States

NOV 17, Friday ~ OH! Flying Shoes! ~ Come let your shoes fly in a gorgeous & historic hall on the harbor in the coastal village of Rockport!  Special 3rd Friday Flying Shoes dances while the Brooks series is on winter break ~ Program partnership with the Rockport Opera House and the Town of Rockport […]

Event Series Damariscotta Contra Dance Series 2023

Damariscotta Contra Dance Series 2023

Damariscotta Baptist Church 4 Bristol Road ( top of Main Street), Damariscotta, ME, United States

Come join Kaity Newell and the Oyster Creek Fiddlers for the 2023 series of community contradances at the Damariscotta Baptist Church located at 4 Bristol Rd. at the intersection of Rt. 129 and Business Rt. 1.  This is a community dance and all dances will be taught!  Suggested donation $5, all proceeds to benefit C.H.I.P.  […]

$5

Otisfield Community Contra Dance

Otisfield Community Hall, Oxford Road, Otisfield, ME 04270 Oxford Road, Otisfield, ME, United States +1 more

Otisfield Community Hall, 292 route 121.  Our November band is "Better Late than Never" , and the Caller for this dance is Kathryn Larson.  Easy parking, looking forward to seeing you all. NOTE!! I apologize for submitting the incorrect date. The Dance is on the THIIRD Sunday, November 19.

Donations at the door greatly appreciated.
Event Series Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

the Ballroom 50 Maine Street, Harrison, ME, United States

Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]

$10

Contradance

Trinity Commons 247 Bates Street Lewiston 247 Bates Street, Lewiston, ME, United States

Dance at Trinity Commons, 247 Bates Street in Lewiston, Friday November 24.  7 pm family dance with all-comers band.  8PM Contradance.  Ellen Hodgkin, caller, Greg Boardman and Friends, music.

$10. – $17

Hallowell—Kennebec Contra Dance

Hallowell City Hall Auditorium 1 Winthrop Street, Hallowell, ME

  Come dance away your Thanksgiving calories. Bring the whole family. We'll have a foot-stomping good time. Chrissy Fowler will be calling to the music of Benjamin Foss and Bennett Konesni. 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm:  Newcomers' orientation 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm:  Contra Dance Suggested donation: $15 to $25. Pay more if you can; […]

$15 – $25
Event Series Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

the Ballroom 50 Maine Street, Harrison, ME, United States

Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]

$10
Event Series English Country Dance Class

English Country Dance Class

317 Main St. Community Music Center 317 Main St, Yarmouth, ME, United States

English country dancing returns to 317! A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but generally less physically demanding, ECD is a great way to make friends, […]

$12

Flying Shoes First Fri Community Dance & Contras

First Church in Belfast, UCC 8 Court St, Belfast, ME, United States

Belfast Flying Shoes presents the First Friday Community Dance and Contra Dance Series. 6:00 warm-up session for the All Comers Band, led by Willy Clemetson & Benjamin Foss and open to all musicians, instruments, and skill levels. Tune list available on the website. 6:30 Community Dance (Chrissy Fowler & Lisa Newcomb calling with music by […]

$1 – $20
Event Series Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

the Ballroom 50 Maine Street, Harrison, ME, United States

Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]

$10
Event Series English Country Dance Class

English Country Dance Class

317 Main St. Community Music Center 317 Main St, Yarmouth, ME, United States

English country dancing returns to 317! A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but generally less physically demanding, ECD is a great way to make friends, […]

$12

Contra Dance in Dover-Foxcroft

Central Hall Commons 152 E. Main Street, Dover-Foxcroft, ME, United States

Traditional New England contra dance with Some Reel People providing music. Allison Aldrich Smith, caller. All dances taught, no need to bring a partner. A family-friendly event. Refreshments will be served.

$18
Event Series *NEW!* Surry Contra Dance

Surry Contra Dance & Community Dance

Surry School Auditorium 754 North Bend Rd, Surry

Community Dance 6pm - 6.45pm ... 2nd Saturdays in Surry at 6! This is a fun and friendly dance for all ages, Bennett Konesni of Bagaduce Music heads up the Open Band (open to all musicians, instruments & skill levels). Show up 15 minutes early to get situated if you'd like to play with us! […]

$10 – $20
Event Series Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

the Ballroom 50 Maine Street, Harrison, ME, United States

Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]

$10
Event Series English Country Dance Class

English Country Dance Class

317 Main St. Community Music Center 317 Main St, Yarmouth, ME, United States

English country dancing returns to 317! A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but generally less physically demanding, ECD is a great way to make friends, […]

$12

Kongero Workshop and Dance Party in First Baptist Church

First Baptist Church of Belfast 95 High Street, Belfast, ME, United States

Bagaduce Music and Belfast Flying Shoes are pleased to present Kongero, a Swedish folk'appella group, for a weekend of music in Belfast and Blue Hill, Maine. Kongero will present a dance in the First Baptist Church in Belfast beginning at 6pm with a workshop and then transition into a full-on community dance party. Kongero is […]

Event Series English Country Dance Class

English Country Dance Class

317 Main St. Community Music Center 317 Main St, Yarmouth, ME, United States

English country dancing returns to 317! A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but generally less physically demanding, ECD is a great way to make friends, […]

$12

International Folk Dancing

Hallowell Muticultural Center 20 Union Street, Hallowell, ME, United States

Join us to learn folk dances from around the world! The Capital Area New Mainers Project is a cross-cultural organization that welcomes refugees and works to build a thriving, integrated community in central Maine. Local resident Andrea Darok will teach Hungarian Dance. We hope to have some people from other cultures come as well to […]

Otisfield Community Contra Dance

Otisfield Community Hall, Oxford Road, Otisfield, ME 04270 Oxford Road, Otisfield, ME, United States

Otisfield Community Hall, located on Route 121 in Otisfield. The band for December is "Puckerbrush", supported again by Caller Kathryn Larson.  The theme for this dance will be "Holidays" so come dressed in your favorite seasonal finery!  Also, and this is important, we will be taking a break, over the winter. We will be back […]

Donations at the door greatly appreciated.
Event Series Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

the Ballroom 50 Maine Street, Harrison, ME, United States

Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]

$10
Event Series English Country Dance Class

English Country Dance Class

317 Main St. Community Music Center 317 Main St, Yarmouth, ME, United States

English country dancing returns to 317! A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but generally less physically demanding, ECD is a great way to make friends, […]

$12
Event Series Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

the Ballroom 50 Maine Street, Harrison, ME, United States

Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]

$10

Kennebec Contra Dance

Hallowell City Hall Auditorium, 1 Winthrop St, Hallowell, Maine

Come join us for great music, dance and fun on the day after Christmas. Chris Ricciotti will call to the music of Ellen Gawler, Benjamin Foss, and Owen Kennedy. We will dance, spin, and twirl, and share the joy of the holiday season. The dance is ON tonight. The floodwaters never reached the hall. In […]

$15 – $25
Event Series English Country Dance Class

English Country Dance Class

317 Main St. Community Music Center 317 Main St, Yarmouth, ME, United States

English country dancing returns to 317! A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but generally less physically demanding, ECD is a great way to make friends, […]

$12

Contra Dance

Belfast Unitarian Universalist Church 37 Miller St., Belfast, ME, United States

Contra dance at the Belfast UU Church with Maisie and Eric and family providing the music, John McIntire calling the dances. Part of the Belfast Last Night celebration.

by donation

24th Annual New Year’s Eve Extravaganza (Topsham Contra Dance)

Topsham Grange 47 Pleasant Street, Topsham, ME, United States

An evening in Topsham of contra dancing to bring in 2024. Dueling Callers: Hannah Chamberlain vs. Maggie Robinson Dueling Band: T-Acadie vs. Willy Clemetson and Ben Foss $20 at the door, cash or venmo We’ll have a waltz at the top of every hour, a potluck dessert table, and sparkling cider at the stroke of midnight. Dance […]

$20

Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

the Ballroom 50 Maine Street, Harrison, ME, United States

Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]

$10

Flying Shoes 1st Fri Community Dance & Contras

First Church in Belfast, UCC 8 Court St, Belfast, ME, United States

Belfast Flying Shoes presents the First Friday Community Dance and Contra Dance Series. 6:00 warm-up session for the All Comers Band, led by Willy Clemetson & Benjamin Foss and open to all musicians, instruments, and skill levels. Tune list available on the website. 6:30 Community Dance (Chrissy Fowler & Lisa Newcomb calling with music by […]

$15 – $20
Event Series English Country Dance Class

English Country Dance Class

317 Main St. Community Music Center 317 Main St, Yarmouth, ME, United States

English country dancing returns to 317! A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but generally less physically demanding, ECD is a great way to make friends, […]

$12

Contra Dance in Dover-Foxcroft

Central Hall Commons 152 E. Main Street, Dover-Foxcroft, ME, United States

Happy New Year! We’re starting out the year with a date change this month only for the contra dance on Friday, January 5, 2023 at the Central Hall Commons, 152 East Main Street, Dover-Foxcroft, 04426, from 7-10 pm. Just fun and friendly folks and wonderful dances! Music will be provided by our wonderful local contra […]

$10

Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

the Ballroom 50 Maine Street, Harrison, ME, United States

Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]

$10
Event Series English Country Dance Class

English Country Dance Class

317 Main St. Community Music Center 317 Main St, Yarmouth, ME, United States

English country dancing returns to 317! A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but generally less physically demanding, ECD is a great way to make friends, […]

$12
Event Series *NEW!* Surry Contra Dance

Surry Contra Dance & Community Dance

Surry School Auditorium 754 North Bend Rd, Surry

Community Dance 6pm - 6.45pm ... 2nd Saturdays in Surry at 6! This is a fun and friendly dance for all ages, Bennett Konesni of Bagaduce Music heads up the Open Band (open to all musicians, instruments & skill levels). Show up 15 minutes early to get situated if you'd like to play with us! […]

$10 – $20

Folk Dance Party with Live Music by the Huddled Masses Orchestra

Bryant E. Moore Center 125 State St, Ellsworth, United States

The Huddled Masses Orchestra will perform a concert of Serbian-style brass band music in the auditorium of the Bryant E. Moore Center in Ellsworth Maine on Sunday January 14th from 1 to 4 PM. The cost is $8 per adult, kids are free, high school or college students $5. This is chem-free. There is ample […]

Eastern European Village dance celebration with 2 live bands

Bryant E. Moore Center 125 State St, Ellsworth, United States

The Kotwica Band and The Huddled Masses Orchestra will provide folk dance music from Eastern Europe and beyond. All are welcome to come listen or join in the dance. All dances will be taught. Kotwica Band features balalaika, oud, violin, accordion, upright bass and a trio of vocalists playing music from Poland, Ukraine, Macedonia, Greece, […]

$8

Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

the Ballroom 50 Maine Street, Harrison, ME, United States

Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]

$10
Event Series English Country Dance Class

English Country Dance Class

317 Main St. Community Music Center 317 Main St, Yarmouth, ME, United States

English country dancing returns to 317! A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but generally less physically demanding, ECD is a great way to make friends, […]

$12

Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

the Ballroom 50 Maine Street, Harrison, ME, United States

Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]

$10

Family Community Dance Party with KOTWICA

MDI YMCA Gym 21 Park Street, Bar Harbor, United States

The Kotwica Band will play folk dance music from Greece, Armenia, Israel, Macedonia, Serbia, Poland, Ukraine, and Brittany. No experience necessary, all dances with be taught. Snacks provided. All are welcome to have a great time at the Y!

$10.00
Event Series English Country Dance Class

English Country Dance Class

317 Main St. Community Music Center 317 Main St, Yarmouth, ME, United States

English country dancing returns to 317! A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but generally less physically demanding, ECD is a great way to make friends, […]

$12

Contra Dance Bar Harbor

Jesup Memorial Library 34 Mt. Desert Street, Bar Harbor, Maine, Select a Country:

BIG MOOSE band contra dance with caller Chrissy Fowler. Restarting dances in Bar Harbor. Beginners and experienced dancers welcome.

$10

Hallowell—Kennebec Contra Dance—Open Band

Hallowell City Hall Auditorium 1 Winthrop Street, Hallowell, ME

Kennebec Contra Dance in the Hallowell City Hall Ballroom. Come join us for another evening of fun. Bring your instrument and join the band, or just dance the night away. Bring your family and friends. Newcomers are always welcome. For more information about joining the band, visit emilytrollmusic.com/open-band. — Caller: Hannah Chamberlain. Band: Rage Potatoes, […]

Contra at Willing Workers Hall, New Harbor, ME

Willing Workers Hall 2617 Bristol Rd., New Harbor, United States

Join the Oyster Creek Fiddlers and Fred Gosbee and Julia Lane for our first scheduled contradance at the Willing Workers Hall in Bristol, Maine.  All dances taught!  Suggested donation $5-$10.  All proceeds to benefit Fisherman's Relief Fund.

$5 – $10

Kennebunk Scottish Country Dance Class

Community House Temple St, Kennebunkport, ME, United States

Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dance of Scotland.  We meet weekly to learn and enjoy the dances.  All dances are taught.  We recommend soft soled, flexible shoes.  Bring a water bottle.  There is usually a beginner/preview session at 5 p.m., check to be sure it is on.

$4

Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

the Ballroom 50 Maine Street, Harrison, ME, United States

Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]

$10

Flying Shoes 1st Fri Community Dance & Contras

First Church in Belfast, UCC 8 Court St, Belfast, ME, United States

Belfast Flying Shoes presents the First Friday Community Dance and Contra Dance Series. 6:00 warm-up session for the All Comers Band, led by Willy Clemetson & Benjamin Foss and open to all musicians, instruments, and skill levels. Tune list available on the website. 6:30 Community Dance (Chrissy Fowler & Lisa Newcomb calling with music by […]

$15 – $20
Event Series English Country Dance Class

English Country Dance Class

317 Main St. Community Music Center 317 Main St, Yarmouth, ME, United States

English country dancing returns to 317! A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but generally less physically demanding, ECD is a great way to make friends, […]

$12

Kennebunk Scottish Country Dance Class

Community House Temple St, Kennebunkport, ME, United States

Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dance of Scotland.  We meet weekly to learn and enjoy the dances.  All dances are taught.  We recommend soft soled, flexible shoes.  Bring a water bottle.  There is usually a beginner/preview session at 5 p.m., check to be sure it is on.

$4

Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

the Ballroom 50 Maine Street, Harrison, ME, United States

Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]

$10
Event Series English Country Dance Class

English Country Dance Class

317 Main St. Community Music Center 317 Main St, Yarmouth, ME, United States

English country dancing returns to 317! A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but generally less physically demanding, ECD is a great way to make friends, […]

$12

Contra Dance in Dover-Foxcroft

Central Hall Commons 152 E. Main Street, Dover-Foxcroft, ME, United States

Traditional New England contra dance at the Central Hall Commons, 152 East Main Street, Dover-Foxcroft, 04426, from 7-10 pm. Just fun and friendly folks and wonderful dances! Music will be provided by our wonderful local contra dance band, Some Reel People. All  dances will be taught by Allison Aldrich Smith. This is a fun and […]

$10
Event Series *NEW!* Surry Contra Dance

Surry Contra Dance & Community Dance

Surry School Auditorium 754 North Bend Rd, Surry

Community Dance 6pm - 6.45pm ... 2nd Saturdays in Surry at 6! This is a fun and friendly dance for all ages, Bennett Konesni of Bagaduce Music heads up the Open Band (open to all musicians, instruments & skill levels). Show up 15 minutes early to get situated if you'd like to play with us! […]

$10 – $20
Event Series Simonton Corner Square Dance

Simonton Corner Square Dance

Simonton Corner Hall 366 Main Street, Rockport, ME, United States

Join us for a square dance party! Dancing is 4-6pm, taught and called by Will Mentor. No experience or partner necessary. Maisie Newell and Eric Dayan will provide some old time, southern style dance music. After the dance, join us for a Potluck Dinner and old time music jam. Bring your friends, bring your instruments, […]

$5 – $20

Kennebunk Scottish Country Dance Class

Community House Temple St, Kennebunkport, ME, United States

Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dance of Scotland.  We meet weekly to learn and enjoy the dances.  All dances are taught.  We recommend soft soled, flexible shoes.  Bring a water bottle.  There is usually a beginner/preview session at 5 p.m., check to be sure it is on.

$4

Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

the Ballroom 50 Maine Street, Harrison, ME, United States

Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]

$10
Event Series English Country Dance Class

English Country Dance Class

317 Main St. Community Music Center 317 Main St, Yarmouth, ME, United States

English country dancing returns to 317! A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but generally less physically demanding, ECD is a great way to make friends, […]

$12

Lewiston Contradance

Trinity Commons 247 Bates Street Lewiston 247 Bates Street, Lewiston, ME, United States

6:30 All Comers based for family dance. 7:30 Contradance primer session 8:00 Contradance with Maggie Robinson calling music by Greg Boardman and Friends

$10.

Damariscotta Contra Dance Series 2024

Damariscotta Baptist Church 4 Bristol Road ( top of Main Street), Damariscotta, ME, United States

Come join Kaity Newell and the Oyster Creek Fiddlers for the 2024 series of community contradances at the Damariscotta Baptist Church Fellowship Hall located at 4 Bristol Rd. at the intersection of Rt. 129 and Business Rt. 1.  Dance 6:30-8:30 with potluck at 5:30.  This is a community dance and all dances will be taught!  […]

Free

Kennebunk Scottish Country Dance Class

Community House Temple St, Kennebunkport, ME, United States

Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dance of Scotland.  We meet weekly to learn and enjoy the dances.  All dances are taught.  We recommend soft soled, flexible shoes.  Bring a water bottle.  There is usually a beginner/preview session at 5 p.m., check to be sure it is on.

$4

Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

the Ballroom 50 Maine Street, Harrison, ME, United States

Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]

$10

Contra Dance Bar Harbor

Jesup Memorial Library 34 Mt. Desert Street, Bar Harbor, Maine, Select a Country:

Contra Dance with music by Big Moose. All dances taught by caller Chris Ricciotti. Beginners, families, experienced dancers welcome.

$10

Hallowell—Kennebec Contra Dance

Hallowell City Hall Auditorium 1 Winthrop Street, Hallowell, ME

Kennebec Contra Dance in the Hallowell City Hall Ballroom. Come dance with us to one of our favorite bands from away. Bring your family and friends. Newcomers are always welcome. — Caller: Maggie Robinson. Band: Cojiro (Jess Newman and Mark Price). — We're sorry to say that Cojiro will not be able to play for […]

Village Dance Party in Brunswick with The Huddled Masses Orchestra

Lemont Block 2 Pleasant St, Brunswick, United States

The Huddled Masses Orchestra is a raucous eight-piece brass band that plays in the Serbian and Romani style. We play line and circle dances “from the Old Country.” Our dance events are "Village Style," which means simple dances events such as would be done by townsfolk in the town square on a feast day or […]

Harraseeket Contra!

Freeport Harraseeket Grange 13 Elm St, Freeport, ME, United States

We have monthly Contra Dances as part of our 150th celebration! Feb. 25th 3-5:30p! “String Equinox- Shana Aisenberg, Beverly Woods and Gale Johnsen” Contra Dances every 4th Sunday every month! 13 Elm St - Freeport ME 04032 #freeportmaine #contradance #mainecontradance #mainegrange #nationalgrange #grangestrong #freeportgrange #livemusic

$15.

Kennebunk Scottish Country Dance Class

Community House Temple St, Kennebunkport, ME, United States

Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dance of Scotland.  We meet weekly to learn and enjoy the dances.  All dances are taught.  We recommend soft soled, flexible shoes.  Bring a water bottle.  There is usually a beginner/preview session at 5 p.m., check to be sure it is on.

$4

Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

the Ballroom 50 Maine Street, Harrison, ME, United States

Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]

$10
Event Series English Country Dance Class

English Country Dance Class

317 Main St. Community Music Center 317 Main St, Yarmouth, ME, United States

English country dancing returns to 317! A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but generally less physically demanding, ECD is a great way to make friends, […]

$12

Folk Dance and Concert with KOTWICA in Ellsworth

Artsworth 25 Pine St, Ellsworth, ME

Join us at Artsworth for our Leap Year Listening Room Concert and Dance with Kotwica. Folk music from the Baltic to the Black Sea and Beyond will include Ukrainian, Polish, Greek, Armenian, Jewish, Macedonian, Slovakian and Breton songs and dances. All dances will be taught.  

$20

Flying Shoes 1st Fri Community Dance & Contras

First Church in Belfast, UCC 8 Court St, Belfast, ME, United States

Belfast Flying Shoes presents the First Friday Community Dance and Contra Dance Series. 6:00 warm-up session for the All Comers Band, led by Willy Clemetson & Benjamin Foss and open to all musicians, instruments, and skill levels. Tune list available on the website. 6:30 Community Dance (Chrissy Fowler & Lisa Newcomb calling with music by […]

$15 – $20

317 Main Community Contra Dance

317 Main St. Community Music Center 317 Main St, Yarmouth, ME, United States

Potluck 5:30-6:30,  Family dance 6:30-7:30,  Contra Dance 7:30-9:30   Maggie Robinson, Calling Ellen Gawler, Leading the All-comers Band Benjamin Foss, Guitar   Adm $7-$10, Family $15-$25  under 5 and musicians free   Dance Repertoire 2023-2024              BEG   INT   Mari's Wedding, Galway Belle, Peg 'O Brien,  Bonnie Tammie, Daleigh's, Finnigan's Wake Angeline […]

$5 – $25

Contra Dance

Keith Anderson Community Center 19 Bennoch Road, Orono, ME, United States

This contra dance is part of the Celebration of Life for Victoria Kane who died on December 1, 2023 after living with Alzheimer's Disease for 10 years. The dance is free & open to the public. Donations to Alzheimer's Association Longest Day Fundraiser 2024 are requested.

Free

Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

the Ballroom 50 Maine Street, Harrison, ME, United States

Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]

$10

English Country Dance Class

317 Main St. Community Music Center 317 Main St, Yarmouth, ME, United States

English country dancing returns to 317! A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but generally less physically demanding, ECD is a great way to make friends, […]

$12

Damariscotta Contra Dance Series 2024

Damariscotta Baptist Church 4 Bristol Road ( top of Main Street), Damariscotta, ME, United States

Come join Kaity Newell and the Oyster Creek Fiddlers for the 2024 series of community contradances at the Damariscotta Baptist Church Fellowship Hall located at 4 Bristol Rd. at the intersection of Rt. 129 and Business Rt. 1.  Dance 6:30-8:30 with potluck at 5:30.  This is a community dance and all dances will be taught!  […]

Free

Contra Dance in Dover-Foxcroft

Central Hall Commons 152 E. Main Street, Dover-Foxcroft, ME, United States

Traditional New England contra dance at the Central Hall Commons, 152 East Main Street, Dover-Foxcroft, 04426, from 7-10 pm. Just fun and friendly folks and wonderful dances! Music will be provided by our wonderful local contra dance band, Some Reel People. All  dances will be taught by Allison Aldrich Smith. This is a fun and […]

$10
Event Series *NEW!* Surry Contra Dance

Surry Contra Dance & Community Dance

Surry School Auditorium 754 North Bend Rd, Surry

Community Dance 6pm - 6.45pm ... 2nd Saturdays in Surry at 6! This is a fun and friendly dance for all ages, Bennett Konesni of Bagaduce Music heads up the Open Band (open to all musicians, instruments & skill levels). Show up 15 minutes early to get situated if you'd like to play with us! […]

$10 – $20

Kennebunk Scottish Country Dance Class

Community House Temple St, Kennebunkport, ME, United States

Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dance of Scotland.  We meet weekly to learn and enjoy the dances.  All dances are taught.  We recommend soft soled, flexible shoes.  Bring a water bottle.  There is usually a beginner/preview session at 5 p.m., check to be sure it is on.

$4

Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

the Ballroom 50 Maine Street, Harrison, ME, United States

Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]

$10
Event Series English Country Dance Class

English Country Dance Class

317 Main St. Community Music Center 317 Main St, Yarmouth, ME, United States

English country dancing returns to 317! A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but generally less physically demanding, ECD is a great way to make friends, […]

$12

OH! Flying Shoes! special 3rd Fri dance

Rockport Opera House 6 Central Street, Rockport, Maine, United States

Special 3rd Friday dance while the Brooks dance is on winter break ~ Program partnership with the Rockport Opera House and the Town of Rockport 6pm All Comers Band Warmup | 6:30-7:30 Community Dance: Chrissy Fowler calling with the All Comers Band | 8-11 pm Contra Dance: Lisa Greenleaf calling with Eloise & Co. (Becky […]

$1 – $25

Lewiston Contradance

Trinity Commons 247 Bates Street Lewiston 247 Bates Street, Lewiston, ME, United States

Helen Chamberlain will call--music by Maisy Newell, Eric Dayan and their amazing fiddling children Elijah, Benton, Daisy and Solomon. All-comers band family dance 6:30-7:30. Contras 8-10:30

$10. – $17

DownEast Country Dance Festival

Mount Ararat Middle School 66 Republic Av, Topsham, ME, United States

Celebrate traditional music and dance in Maine. Dance all day - contras, waltz, stepdance, Zweifacher, Cajun, English & more - plus workshops, jam sessions & family fun. Featuring Eloise & Co. with Lisa Greenleaf calling and Ben Foss, Bennett Konesni, and Noah Fishman with Hannah Chamberlain calling. Please see the DEFFA Festival page to volunteer […]

$10 – $40

Kennebunk Scottish Country Dance Class

Community House Temple St, Kennebunkport, ME, United States

Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dance of Scotland.  We meet weekly to learn and enjoy the dances.  All dances are taught.  We recommend soft soled, flexible shoes.  Bring a water bottle.  There is usually a beginner/preview session at 5 p.m., check to be sure it is on.

$4

Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

the Ballroom 50 Maine Street, Harrison, ME, United States

Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]

$10

KCD Family Dance CANCELLED

Hallowell City Hall Auditorium 1 Winthrop Street, Hallowell, ME

This event has been cancelled due to predicted storm conditions.  

Hallowell—Kennebec Contra Dance CANCELLED

Hallowell City Hall Auditorium 1 Winthrop Street, Hallowell, ME

This event has been cancelled due to predicted storm conditions. Come join this dynamic group of young fiddlers, accompanied by Ben Foss on guitar, led by well known Maisie Newell. Let them lift you off the dance floor with their sparkly co­llection of tunes with feisty delivery. Come early for the Family Dance and/or join […]

$15 – $25

Contra Dance with Big Moose

Jesup Memorial Library 34 Mt. Desert St, Bar Harbor, ME, United States

Come welcome Spring! Contra Dance Saturday March 23 in Bar Harbor. Music by Big Moose band. 7-10pm Beginners, families, all dancers welcome. All dances will be taught by caller Chris Ricciotti 34 Mt. Desert Street. Bar Harbor. $10 adults. (207)288-4245 [email protected] https://www.jesuplibrary.org/

$10

Kotwica: Folk Dances of Armenia, Eastern Europe & beyond

UU Church of Belfast 37 Miller St, Belfast, ME, United States

Armenian / Eastern European Folk Dance ~ Special program of folk dancing led by Carolyn Rapkievian, with music and singing by Kotwica,  3:00 - 5:00 pm at the UU Church, 37 Miller St, Belfast. Admission $15-20 sliding scale. Program partnership with the Makers Guild of Maine. (Program partnership with the Makers Guild of Maine) Carolyn is […]

$15 – $20

Kennebunk Scottish Country Dance Class

Community House Temple St, Kennebunkport, ME, United States

Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dance of Scotland.  We meet weekly to learn and enjoy the dances.  All dances are taught.  We recommend soft soled, flexible shoes.  Bring a water bottle.  There is usually a beginner/preview session at 5 p.m., check to be sure it is on.

$4

Somatic Liberation Movement & Dance

the Ballroom 50 Maine Street, Harrison, ME, United States

Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]

$10

English Country Dance Class – spring session

317 Main St. Community Music Center 317 Main St, Yarmouth, ME, United States

A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but generally less physically demanding, ECD is a great way to make friends, challenge short- and long-term memory, and […]

$14