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

English Country Dancing in Brunswick

People Plus 35 Union Street, Brunswick, ME, United States

Two hours of ECD every other Tuesday in June - Aug (Sep/Oct TBD), open to the public.  Recorded music.  $5   Great caller.   Dancers must be fully vaccinated and boosted.   Masks strongly recommended but not required (Aug 1, 29).  Masks required Aug 15.  Dancing starts at 7:00  Doors open at 6:45 For details, see https://folkdancers.org/BrunswickECD.html ,and also the […]

$5.00

Brooks, ME Contra Dance

Marsh River Theater 24 Monroe Highway Brooks, ME 04921 ME, United States

Contra dance on third Fridays in Brooks Maine! At the historic Union Hall, now Marsh River Theater, 24 Monroe HWY in Brooks. JULY 21st: Chris Ricciotti will call with music by Willy and Moon Clemetson. The next dances are August 18th and September 15th. 

$15 – $20

Hallowell—Kennebec Contra Dance

Hallowell City Hall Auditorium 1 Winthrop Street, Hallowell, ME

Come dance with us into the long summer evening. This month we are featuring some of the real treasures of the Maine Contra Dance tradition. John McIntire will be calling to music by Ellen Gawler, Greg Boardman, and Jessie Boardman. In keeping with John's focus on traditional roots, the calling will use the old terms […]

$15 – $25

East Vassalboro Grange 5th Saturday Contra Dance Series 2023

East Vassalboro Grange Rt. 32 in East Vassalboro 04935 Google 04935, East Vassalboro, ME, United States

Join us for our seasonal 5th Saturday Contra Dance at the beautiful and rather wonderful East Vassalboro Grange.  Pot luck at 5:30 pm with beginners dance at 7 pm and main dance 7:30 to 10pm.  All dances taught , families welcome.  For April 29th we had Maggie Robinson caller and the band is T-Acadie  who […]

$4 – $20

Last Saturday Contra Dance with MICE and caller Eustacia Landrum

Eastport Arts Center 36 Washington Street, Eastport, ME, United States

On Saturday July 29, from 6-9 pm, Eastport Arts Center will host the Moose Island Contradance Etc. (MICE) band, a talent pool of Washington County’s finest musicians featuring Alice Schuth on fiddle, Susan Luthin on octave mandolin and whistle, Joan Lowden on bass, Kara McCrimmon on piano accordion, guitar and Irish whistle, and Jim O’Neil […]

$10

Armenian Picnic

Searsport Shores Oceanfront Camping 216 West Main St., Searsport, ME, United States

https://makersguildmaine.org/armenian-picnic/ Armenian Picnic-Food, Crafts, Music, Folk Dancing

Free

Event Series English Country Dancing in Brunswick

English Country Dancing in Brunswick

People Plus 35 Union Street, Brunswick, ME, United States

Two hours of ECD every other Tuesday in June - Aug (Sep/Oct TBD), open to the public.  Recorded music.  $5   Great caller.   Dancers must be fully vaccinated and boosted.   Masks strongly recommended but not required (Aug 1, 29).  Masks required Aug 15.  Dancing starts at 7:00  Doors open at 6:45 For details, see https://folkdancers.org/BrunswickECD.html ,and also the […]

$5.00

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

Contra Dance in Monson

Monson Finn Hall Rt. 15, Monson, ME, United States

Come to the next contra dance at Monson’s Finn Hall, Rt. 15, Monson on Saturday, August 5 at 7:00 PM. Enjoy the music of Racket Factory, with the calling of Maggie Robinson. Traditional contra dances and more. This is a fun and family friendly event for people with all levels of experience. Refreshments will be […]

$10

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 English Country Dancing in Brunswick

English Country Dancing in Brunswick

People Plus 35 Union Street, Brunswick, ME, United States

Two hours of ECD every other Tuesday in June - Aug (Sep/Oct TBD), open to the public.  Recorded music.  $5   Great caller.   Dancers must be fully vaccinated and boosted.   Masks strongly recommended but not required (Aug 1, 29).  Masks required Aug 15.  Dancing starts at 7:00  Doors open at 6:45 For details, see https://folkdancers.org/BrunswickECD.html ,and also the […]

$5.00

Brooks, ME Contra Dance

Marsh River Theater 24 Monroe Highway Brooks, ME 04921 ME, United States

Contra dance on third Fridays in Brooks, Maine! At the historic Union Hall, now Marsh River Theater, 24 Monroe HWY in Brooks. JULY 21st: Chrissy Fowler will call with music by the Maine Fiddle Camp All Stars! It'll be a party! The next dances are September 15th and October 20th. 

$15 – $20

International Dance at Monson’s Finn Hall

Monson Finn Hall Rt. 15, Monson, ME, United States

Michael Levinsky will teach a variety of dances from around the world, from polkas and schottishes, swing,  and more. All ages and levels of experience are welcome. Delicious refreshments will be provided. Admission is $10, children free of charge.

$10

Mainewoods Dance Camp – Week 1

Camp Indian Acres 1712 Main St., Fryeburg, ME, United States

Sonia Dion & Cristian Florescu - Romanian Bruce Hamilton - English Ercüment Kılıç - Turkish Music by Pixton-Poirier Band Scottish Country Dance with Patricia Williams

Hallowell—Kennebec Contra Dance

Hallowell City Hall Auditorium 1 Winthrop Street, Hallowell, ME

Kennebec Contra Dance in the Hallowell City Hall Ballroom.   Hannah Chamberlain calling to the music of John Pranio, Toki Oshima, and Hank Washburn. Sound by Alex Hennings and Kelsey Kirkpatrick. 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm:  Newcomers' orientation 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm:  Contra Dance Suggested donation: $15 to $25. Pay more if you can; […]

Mainewoods Dance Camp – Week 2

Camp Indian Acres 1712 Main St., Fryeburg, ME, United States

Aaron Alpert - IsraeliRoberto Bagnoli - International Gergana Panova - Bulgarian Music by West by NorthwestNovelty dances with Kathleen MazurekBelly dancing with Barbara Merson

Event Series English Country Dancing in Brunswick

English Country Dancing in Brunswick

People Plus 35 Union Street, Brunswick, ME, United States

Two hours of ECD every other Tuesday in June - Aug (Sep/Oct TBD), open to the public.  Recorded music.  $5   Great caller.   Dancers must be fully vaccinated and boosted.   Masks strongly recommended but not required (Aug 1, 29).  Masks required Aug 15.  Dancing starts at 7:00  Doors open at 6:45 For details, see https://folkdancers.org/BrunswickECD.html ,and also the […]

$5.00

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

Finn Dance in Monson

Monson Finn Hall Rt. 15, Monson, ME, United States

Traditional Finnish dances- schottisches, polkas, waltzes, foxtrots, with Alexandra Conover Bennett and friends providing lively music. The Finn Hall has held these popular dances since the 1940s. All ages welcome. Admission $10, children free. Delicious home-made refreshments will be served.

$10

South Montville Village Contra Dance!

Crescent Moon Farm 827 Woodmans Mill Rd, South Montville Village, ME, United States

Come join us for a fun evening of socializing and old time Contra & Square Dancing in an old early 1900s barn in the village of South Montville, Maine!  Chris Ricciotti is welcoming the local community to come in and join him and a group of dancing friends coming up from Boston to camp at […]

Donations are welcome!!
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

  Dance into autumn at the contra dance on Friday, September 8, 2023 at the Central Hall Commons, 152 East Main Street, Dover-Foxcroft, 04426, from 7-10 pm.  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 Scottish Country Dance

Scottish Country Dance, Kennebunkport Class

Community House Temple St, Kennebunkport, ME, United States

Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dancing of Scotland.  We dance in sets, usually longwise, of 3, 4, or more couples.  We meet Sunday evenings, September through June, to learn and practice the dances.  Beginners are welcome, partners not necessary, soft, flexible shoes are good.  We usually have a session for beginners and newer dancers […]

$4
Event Series English Country Dancing in Brunswick

English Country Dancing in Brunswick

People Plus 35 Union Street, Brunswick, ME, United States

Two hours of ECD 2nd and 4th Wednesdays in Sep & Oct, open to the public.  Recorded music.  $5   Great caller.   Dancers must be fully vaccinated and boosted.  Currently alternating between mask require / masks recommended - see website for dates.  Dancing starts at 7:00  Doors open at 6:45 For details, see https://folkdancers.org/BrunswickECD.html ,and also the Covid […]

$5.00
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

Brooks, ME Contra Dance

Marsh River Theater 24 Monroe Highway Brooks, ME 04921 ME, United States

Contra dance on third Fridays in Brooks Maine! At the historic Union Hall, now Marsh River Theater, 24 Monroe HWY in Brooks. September 15th: Hannah Chamberlain will call with music by Frigate. 8pm-10:30, $15-$20 sliding scale admission. Next dance is October 20th, Maggie Robinson will call, music TBA

$15 – $20

LAST DANCE OF THE SEASON AT MONSON’S FINN HALL

Monson Finn Hall Rt. 15, Monson, ME, United States

The last dance of the 2023 season at Monson’s Finn Hall will be a celebration of all the dancing that goes on in that historic building. Alexandra Conover Bennett and friends will play delightful music for traditional Finnish dances- schottisches, polkas, waltzes, foxtrots. Allison Aldrich Smith will call some traditional New England Contra dances with […]

$10

Otisfield Community Contra Dance

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

Community Contra Dance, this month with a theme of "Sock Hop".  The band for this month is "Puckerbrush", called by Kathryn Larson.

Donations at the door greatly appreciated.
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

Community Contra-Dance at Hackmatack Farm and Playhouse

Hackmatack Farm and Playhouse 538 School Street, BERWICK, ME, United States

Hackmatack Contra Dance Join us on September 23rd for a good ol' fashion barn dance. Featuring renowned caller Don Veino and live music from renowned local Maine band Stomp Rocket (9/23). No experience needed. Come early for a lesson from 6:30pm to 7pm, with the dance running from 7pm to 9pm. Dance will occur inside […]

$10

Hallowell—Kennebec Contra Dance

South Parish Church State Street, Augusta, ME, United States

Kennebec Contra Dance at South Parish Church in Augusta. We will not be at our regular Hallowell location, as the Hallowell hall is being used for a theater production.   Chris Ricciotti will call to the music of Cojiro (Jess Newman and Mark Price).   7:00 pm to 7:30 pm:  Newcomers' orientation 7:30 pm to […]

Event Series English Country Dancing in Brunswick

English Country Dancing in Brunswick

People Plus 35 Union Street, Brunswick, ME, United States

Two hours of ECD 2nd and 4th Wednesdays in Sep & Oct, open to the public.  Recorded music.  $5   Great caller.   Dancers must be fully vaccinated and boosted.  Currently alternating between mask require / masks recommended - see website for dates.  Dancing starts at 7:00  Doors open at 6:45 For details, see https://folkdancers.org/BrunswickECD.html ,and also the Covid […]

$5.00
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

‘Hold Back the Night’ dance party

Wiscasset Village Middle St., Wiscasset, ME, United States

The sun sets early during the Wiscasset Art Walk on Thursday, Sept. 28, and so we 'Hold Back the Night' with a contra dance party under the tent! Featuring T-Acadie, Jodie's Cafe catering, celebration cupcakes (WAW 2013-2023!), and adult beverages from Water St. Kitchen. Stroll the Village, see the art, hear the music, talk with […]

Free

Contradance – Lewiston

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

Family dance with all-comers' band 7-8. Contradance 8-10 at Trinity Commons, 247 Bates St, Lewiston Ellen Hodgkin, caller Greg Boardman and Friends, music  

East Vassalboro Grange 5th Saturday Contra Dance Series 2023

East Vassalboro Grange Rt. 32 in East Vassalboro 04935 Google 04935, East Vassalboro, ME, United States

Join us for pot luck and dance at the glamorous East Vassalboro Grange for our last 5th Saturday of 2023.  Chrissy Fowler is calling and Ellen Gawler and the Pineland Fiddlers creating the music.  All dances taught .  10 - 15 dollars adult.  8-10 Student and 30 dollars for a family of 4

$10 – $15

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

Simonton Corner Square Dance

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

Join us for a square dance party! Family Dance at 2:30, Square Dance is 4-6pm, taught and called by the great Will Mentor! No experience or partner necessary. Emily Jeffries, John Pranio and Alex Scala will provide some old time, southern style dance music. After the dance, join us for a Potluck Dinner!   Bring […]

$5 – $15
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 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 Dancing in Brunswick

English Country Dancing in Brunswick

People Plus 35 Union Street, Brunswick, ME, United States

Two hours of ECD 2nd and 4th Wednesdays in Sep & Oct, open to the public.  Recorded music.  $5   Great caller.   Dancers must be fully vaccinated and boosted.  Currently alternating between mask require / masks recommended - see website for dates.  Dancing starts at 7:00  Doors open at 6:45 For details, see https://folkdancers.org/BrunswickECD.html ,and also the Covid […]

$5.00
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 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 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
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

Otisfield Community Contra Dance

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

Community contra dance, held monthly on third Sunday, 3 to 5:30pm.  Our bands and Callers will vary from time to time; we also will occasionally have a theme for those who wish to come in costume.  October will be Halloween, of course.  Look for us on Facebook.  Also check this space for announcement of the […]

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

ECD Concert and Dance with Alchemy at 317 Main in Yarmouth

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

Alchemy is IMHO the best English Country Dance band in the world.    Coming to Maine Oct 19th for a concert and dance at 317 Main in Yarmouth.     Concert 6:30 to 7:30, followed by a dance till 9 or 9:30.    (Non-dancers are invited to stay and listen.)   This event replaces the regular ECD […]

$20

Brooks Contra Dance

Marsh River Theater 24 Monroe Hwy (Rte 139), Brooks, ME, United States

The last Brooks contra dance of the season will take place on October 20th! Maggie Robinson will call, with music from the Newell family band. The dance will run 8:00-10:30, $15-$20 sliding scale. No one turned away for lack of funds. Parking at the hall is extremely limited and has been overwhelmed at the last […]

$15 – $20

Contra Dance at Freeport Grange!

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

Contra Dance at Freeport Grange October 22 , 2-4pm Freeport Grange on 13 Elm St. will host a contra dance with Ezra Smith calling and Puckerbrush performing the music. The beautiful and historic Harraseeket Hall offers one of the finest locations for performance and dance. Come by a little early to get your toes ready […]

$15
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 Dancing in Brunswick

English Country Dancing in Brunswick

People Plus 35 Union Street, Brunswick, ME, United States

Two hours of ECD 2nd and 4th Wednesdays in Sep & Oct, open to the public.  Recorded music.  $5   Great caller.   Dancers must be fully vaccinated and boosted.  Currently alternating between mask require / masks recommended - see website for dates.  Dancing starts at 7:00  Doors open at 6:45 For details, see https://folkdancers.org/BrunswickECD.html ,and also the Covid […]

$5.00
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

Family Dance

Hallowell City Hall Auditorium 1 Winthrop Street, Hallowell, ME

Come play in the all-comers band or bring the family to dance at the the Family Dance prior to the Kennebec Contra Dance. All ages and levels welcome to join in the fun. Stay for the Contra Dance afterward if you wish. If you want to play in the All-Comers Band, contact Ellen Gawler at [email protected]

Sliding scale, pay what you can

Last Saturday Contra Dance with MICE and caller Eustacia Landrum

Eastport Arts Center 36 Washington Street, Eastport, ME, United States

On Saturday October 28, from 6-9 pm, Eastport Arts Center will host the Moose Island Contradance Etc. (MICE) band, a talent pool of Washington County’s finest musicians featuring Alice Schuth on fiddle, Susan Luthin on octave mandolin and whistle, Joan Lowden on bass, Kara McCrimmon on piano accordion, guitar and Irish whistle, and Jim O’Neil […]

$10

Halloween Contra Dance PARTY! (Surry)

Surry School Auditorium 754 North Bend Rd, Surry

Oh yes. You read that right. Don't miss out on the Halloween Contra Dance Party on Sat Oct 28th in Surry, Maine! Get your costumes ready and come on over for this epic techno contra dance with Chris Ricciotti calling to a bunch of his awesome remixed pop, rock and dance tunes... we'll be contra-ing […]

$10 – $20

Hallowell—Kennebec Contra Dance

Hallowell City Hall Auditorium 1 Winthrop Street, Hallowell, ME

Kennebec Contra Dance in the Hallowell City Hall Ballroom Come celebrate the midpoint of August (Hallowe'en, Samhain, All Saints' Day) with live music, dancing and FUN! Everyone welcome. No experience necessary: you can learn as you go. Come alone or with friends. Everyone dances with everyone. Bring clean, non-marking shoes to be kind to the […]

Community Contra-Dance at Hackmatack Farm and Playhouse

Hackmatack Farm and Playhouse 538 School Street, BERWICK, ME, United States

Join us on October 28th for an old fashion barn dance. Featuring renowned caller Don Veino and live music from local New England band, River Road. No experience needed. Come early for a lesson from 6:30pm to 7pm, with the dance running from 7pm to 9pm. Dance will occur inside our historical 18th century barn, […]

$10
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

Balkan Dance Party with Bulgarika

Mayo Street Arts 10 Mayo Street, Portland, ME, United States

The music of Bulgaria, a country long considered a cultural crossroads, is known for hauntingly expressive melodies, fascinating irregular rhythms and fiery dance tempos. Bulgarika will present a concert of traditional Bulgarian songs and instrumentals. The evening features Donka Koleva (vocals), Nikolay Kolev (gadulka), Temelko Ivanov (kaval), Nikolay Kodzabashev (tambura), and Marin Chalumov (tupan). The show will […]

$15
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

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