Downtown Amherst Contra Dance

A local community folk dance, inclusive & welcoming to all!

Third Wednesdays
7:30pm - 10:00pm
7:00pm intro lesson

We want your feedback about our mask policy!
Please fill out our community survey.

Beginners welcome!

No partner needed

All dances taught

Gender-free (Larks/Robins)

Events

Calling by Andrew Stout

Music by the Star Charters
- Cecilia Vacanti (fiddle)
- Jess Newman (fiddle)
- Mark Price (guitar)

Pacific Masonic Lodge
99 Main St, Amherst MA
(Google Maps)
Parking, transit, & accessibility info here
General: $15-$20
Student: $10-$15
FREE for 1st-timers attending our 7pm lesson
FREE for volunteers
No one will be turned away for lack of funds — ask about our Dancing for All Fund.
We accept cash, Venmo, and check.
- KF94/KN95/N95 masks
- Water bottle (refills available)
- Clean, soft-soled shoes
- Wear comfortable, lightweight clothes
Our dance is:
- Mask-required: KF94, KN95, or N95
  (available at the door, donations appreciated)
- Substance-free
- Fragrance-free
Read our full safety policy here!