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!

Dance Weekends Across the Midwest

Hurry! Special rate on hotel rooms during Spring Breakdown—good through February 12, or later, if rooms available.

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.



SocialMediaButtons

Photograph of people lined up for a contra dance.
Come alone (or bring a friend or two) to our next contra dance.

Valid XHTML 1.0 Strict

Valid CSS!