Join us for an evening of dancing!
We dance mostly contras and squares. We always dance to live music. All dances are taught and called throughout the evening.
- Who: Beginners and experienced dancers of all ages
- What: Non-smoking, non-alcoholic event. Good exercise! Fun for the whole family.
- When : (Usually) First, Third, and Fifth Fridays; 7:00 pm. to 10:30 p.m.
- Where : First Christian Church, Tenth and Walnut. Columbia, Missouri
- How much : Admission $7.00 ($4.00 for ages 16–25; free for children 15 and under)
See our schedule for details.
What is contra dancing?
To get a feel for the essence and energy of contra dancing, watch this multimedia presentation by Erin Schwartz (a graduate student at the University of Missouri).
Dancing the Night Away: Contra Dancing in Mid-Missouri from Erin Schwartz on Vimeo.
What's New!
- Community and Family Dances
- Hallsville Square Dance (February 13)
- Lee School Family Dance (February 21)
- Ashland Family Dance (May 1)
Dance Weekends Across the Midwest
Hurry! Special rate on hotel rooms during Spring Breakdown—good through February 12, or later, if rooms available.- Midwinter Meltdown in Lawrence, KS—February 19–21, 2010
- Chance Dance in Cape Girardeau, MO—February 26–28, 2010
- Spring Breakdown in Columbia, MO—March 12–14, 2010—Now accepting registrations. Download brochure (pdf).
- Kimmswick presented by Childgrove Country Dancers of St. Louis, MO —May 28–31, 2010
- and More
It doesn't get any more fun than this—a whole weekend of dance, workshops, after-parties, and fellowship. Make plans now to attend a dance weekend near you.
Come alone (or bring a friend or two) to our next contra dance.
Jim calls a contra dance in Columbia, Missouri.
