Friday Night Contra Dance

All are welcome to come and dance; you don’t need to bring a partner. Contra dancing is easy to learn. We have beginners lessons for anyone who hasn’t done it before, or wants a reminder.

On First, Third and Fifth Fridays we dance at 2nd Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall, 3511 Belmont Blvd Nashville, TN 37215.

Fifth Fridays are either OPEN BAND, or DJ CONTRA.

On Second Fridays we have Callers’ Workshop Dances at St John’s Lutheran Church 3259 McGavock Pike, Nashville 37214.

Details and schedule are here.

Music City Masquerade Oct 24-26, 2025

Featuring The Engine Room with calling by Darlene Underwood!

English Country Dancing

Second Sunday English dance with live music 4-6 PM at the Friends Meeting House, 530 26th Ave N, Nashville TN 37209. It runs from Sept-May.

Year round Monday Night English Dance to recorded music at Sevier Park Community Center, 3021 Lealand Lane, Nashville 37204. All are welcome, and it’s free. If you love contra dance and would like to try English dance, this is a great opportunity!

Annual Midwinter Day of English Dance usually in late January

Details and schedules for these events are here.

Playford Ball - March 27-29, 2026

Music by Trio Con Brio: Jonathan Jensen, Elke Baker & Paul Oorts

Caller: Jenna Simpson

A basic knowledge of English Country Dance figures is required for this event.

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