Welcome to Contra Dance!
Live music. Lively dancing. A welcoming community.
Every Wednesday night, people of all ages and experience levels gather to dance, laugh, and connect. Whether you’ve never danced before or you’ve been do-si-doing for decades, you’ll fit right in.
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When and Where
- Time: Wednesdays, 7:30-9:30 p.m.
- Beginner Lesson: 7 p.m. (highly recommended if you’re new!)
- Location: Harmony School, 909 E. 2nd St., Bloomington, IN
What to Expect
- Live music every week – from Old-Time to New England, Irish and even the occasional pop tune.
- Friendly callers who teach each dance step by step.
- Mostly contra dances, with an occasional square dance or other surprise.
- A vibrant, intergenerational crowd where everyone dances with everyone.
No partner or experience needed. Just bring comfy shoes, a water bottle, and a smile.
Cost
- We suggest a sliding scale donation ($3–$20). If everyone gives about $10, we break even.
- Give at the door or donate online – once, monthly, or annually. Your support keeps us going!
Be Part of the Community
- Stay in the loop:
- Sign up for our monthly newsletter
- Follow us on Facebook and Instagram
- Subscribe to our Google Calendar
- Support the dance:
- Read our Safe Space Policy: We strive to make every dance respectful, joyful, and welcoming. Everyone signs an acknowledgment of the policy the first time they attend (and once a year after that).
- Join us at our other events.
Feeling sick? Please stay home and take care. We’ll see you next week.
BOTMDG is a volunteer-powered nonprofit that has been dancing together since 1972! Come join the tradition and the fun!
Contact us with questions, or just show up on Wednesday and dance the night away.
