Richmond Contra Dance

TADAMS Board Meeting 6/1/2026
2026-06-01 19:00 - 20:45 (America/New_York) | VA
TADAMS is an all-volunteer run, non-profit organization. Our monthly board meetings are open to the public and engagement is encouraged. Board meetings typically occur the Monday following the final dance of each month.

***Please note, this meeting has been moved from May 25 to June 1 to accommodate Memorial Day.***

The meeting will held remotely on Zoom:

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Williamsburg/Norge Contra Dance, Saturday, 6/6/2026
2026-06-06 19:30 - 22:30 | Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, 7479 Richmond Road, Williamsburg, Virginia, 23188, United States
CHECK THE WILLIAMSBURG CONTRA DANCE WEBSITE FOR LOCATION CONFIRMATION

First Saturdays, every month September-June to music by the Friends of Appalachian Music. Each evening traditionally ends with the Virginia Reel! Role Terms are Caller’s Choice.

This evening’s contra dances will be taught and called by Ben Allbrandt (Norfolk).

Williamsburg/Norge Contra Dance, Saturday, 6/6/2026
2026-06-06 19:30 - 22:30 | Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, 7479 Richmond Road, Williamsburg, Virginia, 23188, United States
First Saturdays, every month September-June to music by the Friends of Appalachian Music house band. Each evening traditionally ends with the Virginia Reel!

This evening’s contra dances will be taught and called by Ben Allbrandt.

Role Terms are Larks and Robins.

Sunday Contra Dance (LGRA), 6/14/2026 with Rhythmajigs & Greg Frock
2026-06-14 14:30 - 17:30 | Lewis Ginter Recreation Association, 3421 Hawthorne Ave, Richmond, VA, 23222, United States
Location: Lewis Ginter Recreation Association

Music: Rhythmajigs with Jack Maus on piano, Michael Giordano on fiddle, and Pattie Reum on flute and whistles (Charlottesville, VA)

Caller: Greg Frock (Baltimore, MD)

Admission: $10 members/students, $15 non-members, 14 & under free.

Beginner Lesson: Arrive early at 1:45pm to learn or review basic steps.

Role Terms: Larks and Robins

Please note: This is the last dance at LGRA before a summer hiatus due to heat. We will continue to dance on 4th Saturdays throughout the summer at WEB, which is air conditioned. 2nd Sunday afternoon dances at LGRA will resume on September 13.

Norfolk Year-End Contra Dance at Watermen's Museum, Saturday, 6/20/2026
2026-06-20 19:30 - 22:30 | First Lutheran Church, Norfolk, VA, 1301 Colley Ave, Norfolk, Virginia, 23517, United States
End the year with a meal and a dance. 6pm, Potluck dinner, 7pm TCDC Meeting, 7:30pm-10:30pm Dance. This evening’s contra dances will be taught and called by Gwyn Williams. Music will be provided by Tommy Britt & the Hoedown Hobos. This dance is outside under a covered shelter. The floor is textured, choose your dance shoes accordingly.

TCDC hosts contra dances on Third Saturdays, every month September-June.

Role Terms are Gents and Ladies

Saturday Contra Dance (WEB), 6/27/2026 with Gaye Fifer & Audiotones
2026-06-27 19:30 - 22:30 | West End Ballroom, 2300 John Rolfe Parkway, Henrico, VA, 23233, United States
Location: West End Ballroom

Music: Audiotones with Bruce Young on fiddle & Henry Koretsky on guitar (Pennsylvania)

Caller: Gaye Fifer!!!

Admission: $10 members/students, $15 non-members, 14 & under free.

Beginner’s Workshop: Arrive early at 6:45pm to learn or review basic steps.

Role Terms: Larks and Robins

RESCHEDULED to 7/6/2026: TADAMS Board Meeting
2026-06-29 19:00 - 20:45 | VA
TADAMS is an all-volunteer run, non-profit organization. Our monthly board meetings are open to the public and engagement is encouraged. Board meetings typically occur the Monday following the final dance of each month.

The meeting will held remotely on Zoom:

Zoom link will be posted here approximately a week before the meeting.

TADAMS Board Meeting 7/6/2026
2026-07-06 19:00 - 20:45 | VA
The June board meeting originally scheduled for 6/29 has been rescheduled to 7/6/2026. Our monthly board meetings are open to the public and engagement is encouraged. Board meetings typically occur the Monday following the final dance of each month.

The meeting will held remotely on Zoom:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87146534254?pwd=[REDACTED]

Meeting chat linkhttps://us02web.zoom.us/launch/jc/87146534254

Meeting ID: 871 4653 4254Passcode: [REDACTED]

Rivanna Contra Dance (Greenwood) 7/17/2026
2026-07-17 19:00 - 22:00 | Greenwood Community Center, 865 Greenwood Rd, Crozet, Virginia, 22932, United States
Caller: Virginia Varland-O’Neill (Richmond, VA)

Band: The McKenzies with Woody McKenzie on fiddle, Marcia McKenzie on piano, guitar, whistles and more (Roanoke, VA)

Role Terms are Larks and Robins

No 4th SATURDAY DANCE, 7/25/2026
2026-07-25 00:00 - 23:59 | West End Ballroom, 2300 John Rolfe Parkway, Henrico, VA, 23233, United States
There will be no 4th Saturday dance this month. Please join us instead on Friday, July 31st for a specially scheduled dance with an awesome touring band and caller!

Schedule notes: There is no regularly scheduled WEB 4th Saturday evening or LGRA 2nd Sunday afternoon dance this month. 2nd Sunday afternoon dances at LGRA will resume on September 13. We continue to dance throughout the summer at WEB, which is air conditioned.

TADAMS Board Meeting 7/27/2026
2026-07-27 19:00 - 20:45 | VA
TADAMS is an all-volunteer run, non-profit organization. Our monthly board meetings are open to the public and engagement is encouraged. Board meetings typically occur the Monday following the final dance of each month.

The meeting will held remotely on Zoom:

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Special Friday Contra Dance (WEB), 7/31/2026 with Adina Gordon & music by Missing Lynx
2026-07-31 19:30 - 22:30 | West End Ballroom, 2300 John Rolfe Parkway, Henrico, VA, 23233, United States
SPECIAL 5th FRIDAY Dance- One time only!

Location: West End Ballroom

Music: Missing Lynx with Oliver Scanlon on fiddle, mandolin, feet & Alex Fortier on piano (Touring!)

Caller: Adina Gordon (Touring!)

Admission: $10 members/students, $15 non-members, 14 & under free.

Beginner’s Workshop: Arrive early at 6:45pm to learn or review basic steps.

Role Terms: Larks and Robins

With years of combined experience playing for contra dances, Missing Lynx fills more sonic space than you might expect from a duo. Oliver Scanlon (fiddle, viola, mandolin, feet, vocals) and Alex Fortier (piano, keyboards) blend their talents to drive a dynamic dance engine. Prepare for fresh tunes from a variety of northeast folk repertoires as the duo brings expert execution, tight arrangements, gentle lift and smoothness to your dance!

Schedule notes: There is no regularly scheduled WEB 4th Saturday evening or LGRA 2nd Sunday afternoon dance in July 2026. 2nd Sunday afternoon dances at LGRA will resume on September 13. We continue to dance throughout the summer at WEB, which is air conditioned.

Couples Dances with IFDC (No Partner needed)
2026-08-16 14:00 - 16:30 | Belmont Recreation Center, 1600 Hilliard Rd, Richmond, Virginia, 23228
Dear dancers, Come and join Richmond’s International Folk Dance Club for a Sunday afternoon of couples dances. Review and dance waltz. Learn and review schottische. Learn a simple zweifacher… fun and a great way to practice waltz and pivot steps. Check out zweifacher in the video below. Requests for other dances welcome. Beverages and finger foods provided.

Location: Belmont Recreation Center, 1600 Hilliard Rd. Richmond, VA 23228

Walk-ins welcome but RSVP by Friday 8/14 preferred to help with planning. This event is free of charge.

RSVP and questions: paulaphipps7@gmail.com (804) 241-1520

Hope to see you there!

Rivanna Contra Dance (Greenwood) 8/21/2026
2026-08-21 19:00 - 22:00 | Greenwood Community Center, 865 Greenwood Rd, Crozet, Virginia, 22932, United States
Caller: Paul Rosen (Charlottesville, VA)

Band: Petrichord with Colleen Holroyd on fiddle and feet, Sophie Chang on cello, and Bobbly La Rose on piano and mandolin (Washington DC, RI)

Role Terms are Larks and Robins

Saturday Contra Dance (WEB), 8/22/2026 with Petrichord & Virginia Varland-O'Neill
2026-08-22 19:30 - 22:30 | West End Ballroom, 2300 John Rolfe Parkway, Henrico, VA, 23233, United States
Location: West End Ballroom

Music: Petrichord with Colleen Holroyd on fiddle and feet, Sophie Chang on cello, and Bobby LaRose on piano and mandolin (Washington, DC)

Caller: Virginia Varland-O’Neill (Richmond, VA)

Admission: $10 members/students, $15 non-members, 14 & under free.

Beginner’s Workshop: Arrive early at 6:45pm to learn or review basic steps.

Role Terms: Larks and Robins

Please note: There is no LGRA 2nd Sunday afternoon dance this month. 2nd Sunday afternoon dances at LGRA will resume on September 13. We will continue to dance on 4th Saturdays throughout the summer at WEB, which is air conditioned.

TADAMS Board Meeting 8/24/2026
2026-08-24 19:00 - 20:45 | VA
TADAMS is an all-volunteer run, non-profit organization. Our monthly board meetings are open to the public and engagement is encouraged. Board meetings typically occur the Monday following the final dance of each month.

The meeting will held remotely on Zoom:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86521136682?pwd=[REDACTED]

Meeting chat linkhttps://us02web.zoom.us/launch/jc/86521136682

Meeting ID: 865 2113 6682Passcode: [REDACTED]

Williamsburg/Norge Contra Dance, Saturday, 9/5/2026
2026-09-05 19:30 - 22:30 | Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, 7479 Richmond Road, Williamsburg, Virginia, 23188, United States
First Saturdays, every month September-June to music by the Friends of Appalachian Music. Each evening traditionally ends with the Virginia Reel!

This evening’s contra dances will be taught and called by TBA.

Role Terms are Larks and Robins

Sunday Contra Dance (LGRA), 9/13/2026 with the McKenzies & Gwyn Williams
2026-09-13 14:30 - 17:30 | Lewis Ginter Recreation Association, 3421 Hawthorne Ave, Richmond, VA, 23222, United States
Location: Lewis Ginter Recreation Association

Music: The McKenzies with Marcia McKenzie on piano, guitar, whistles, and Woody McKenzie on fiddle (Roanoke, VA)

Caller: Gwyn Williams (Yorktown, VA)

Admission: $10 members/students, $15 non-members, 14 & under free.

Beginner Lesson: Arrive early at 1:45pm to learn or review basic steps.

Role Terms: Larks and Robins

Rivanna Contra Dance (Greenwood) 9/18/2026
2026-09-18 19:00 - 22:00 | Greenwood Community Center, 865 Greenwood Rd, Crozet, Virginia, 22932, United States
Caller: TBA

Band: Uncle Henry’s Favorites

Role Terms are Larks and Robins

Saturday Contra Dance (WEB), 9/26/2026 with Cutie & the Hot Wings and Sarah Kaiser
2026-09-26 19:30 - 22:30 | West End Ballroom, 2300 John Rolfe Parkway, Henrico, VA, 23233, United States
Location: West End Ballroom

Music: Cutie & the Hot Wings with Carol Downing on fiddle, Amy Ferebee on guitar, Susan Lawlor on flute and whistles, and Gene Bowers on banjo (Tidewater, VA)

Caller: Sarah Kaiser (St. Louis, MO)

Admission: $10 members/students, $15 non-members, 14 & under free.

Beginner’s Workshop: Arrive early at 6:45pm to learn or review basic steps.

Role Terms: Larks and Robins

TADAMS Board Meeting 9/28/2026
2026-09-28 19:00 - 20:45 | VA

Williamsburg/Norge Contra Dance, Saturday, 10/3/2026
2026-10-03 19:30 - 22:30 | Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, 7479 Richmond Road, Williamsburg, Virginia, 23188, United States

Sunday Contra Dance (LGRA), 10/11/2026 with Janine Smith & Good & Plenty
2026-10-11 14:30 - 17:30 | Lewis Ginter Recreation Association, 3421 Hawthorne Ave, Richmond, VA, 23222, United States
Location: Lewis Ginter Recreation Association

Music: Good & Plenty

Caller: Janine Smith (Washington, DC

Admission: $10 members/students, $15 non-members, 14 & under free.

Beginner Lesson: Arrive early at 1:45pm to learn or review basic steps.

Role Terms: Larks and Robins

Intermediate Waltz Lesson & Social Dance in Charlottesville, VA
2026-10-11 14:30 - 17:30 | Fry’s Springs Beach Club, 2512 Jefferson Park Ave, Charlottesville, Virginia, 22903
Special event! Gaye Fifer will teach an intermediate waltz lesson starting at 2:30 pm. This will be followed by waltz social dancing with music from Michael Giordano and Tom Espinola. This is the first time these two musicians are playing together, and it promises to be a wonderful afternoon of music.

All are welcome, and you do not need a partner. Please come as you are, bring a water bottle, and feel free to bring a snack to share if you like.

Please share this invitation with your friends, and we hope to see you there!

Rivanna Contra Dance (Greenwood) 10/16/2026
2026-10-16 19:00 - 22:00 | Greenwood Community Center, 865 Greenwood Rd, Crozet, Virginia, 22932, United States
Caller: TBA

Band: Foot Traffic with Rya Marin on piano and Mike Dunn on fiddle (Charlottesville, VA)

Role Terms are Larks and Robins

Saturday Contra Dance (WEB), 10/24/2026
2026-10-24 19:30 - 22:30 | West End Ballroom, 2300 John Rolfe Parkway, Henrico, VA, 23233, United States
Location: West End Ballroom

Music: TBD

Caller: Joy Greenwolfe (Durham, NC)

Admission: $10 members/students, $15 non-members, 14 & under free.

Beginner’s Workshop: Arrive early at 6:45pm to learn or review basic steps.

Role Terms: Larks and Robins

TADAMS Board Meeting 10/26/2026
2026-10-26 19:00 - 20:45 | VA

Williamsburg/Norge Contra Dance, Saturday, 11/7/2026
2026-11-07 19:30 - 22:30 | Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, 7479 Richmond Road, Williamsburg, Virginia, 23188, United States

Rivanna Contra Dance (Greenwood) 11/20/2026
2026-11-20 19:00 - 22:00 | Greenwood Community Center, 865 Greenwood Rd, Crozet, Virginia, 22932, United States
Caller: TBA

Band: TBA

Role Terms are Larks and Robins

Saturday Contra Dance (WEB), 11/28/2026
2026-11-28 19:30 - 22:30 | West End Ballroom, 2300 John Rolfe Parkway, Henrico, VA, 23233, United States
Location: West End Ballroom

Music: TBD

Caller: TBD

Admission: $10 members/students, $15 non-members, 14 & under free.

Beginner’s Workshop: Arrive early at 6:45pm to learn or review basic steps.

Role Terms: Larks and Robins
