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We are still working on our fall and winter schedule. More information coming soon!

We just wanted you to have a sneak peak of our events thus far!

Dances

We welcome all ages and experience levels to our dances in a friendly, encouraging atmosphere where you can learn the steps, dance to your hearts content or simply sit and enjoy the music and camaraderie!  $6 Adults (18+), $5 Members, $4 Seniors (65+) and Teens (13-17), $2 Children (5-12)

We ask that you only wear shoes with non-marking soles on our beautiful wooden dance floor. Thank you!

Saturday Night Socials  6:30 pm potluck, dancing and games follow: We invite you to take part in a 40 year tradition of Saturday Night Socials. A blend of the traditional rural Wisconsin “house party”  and the small town community gatherings of churches and other social groups, these special evenings include dancing and games.  All dances are taught and no partners are necessary. Bring the whole family and your favorite potluck dish!

• July 17    Homemade Ice Cream: Bring a favorite topping to share!

Old Time Barn Dances  6:30 pm potluck, dancing follows: Folklore Village Barn Dances are fun-filled evenings of traditional American dances, including old-time squares, New England contras and Appalachian big circles. No experience or special costume required. Families and beginners are always welcome!

• October 2
• December 4
• February 5

NEW:Barn Dances for Intermediate/Advanced Dancers! In order to give our more advanced dancers time to move their feet to more complicated dances we are adding some additional Barn Dances to the schedule. Are you comfortable with "Heys for four" and "gypsies"? Can you keep going after the caller stops calling? Some dances are done with minimal or no walk through. Beginners, please come to the regular Old Time Barn Dances (listed above).  Thanks! 

• Friday, September 24. Calling by Steve Pike. Musicians T.B.A.
• Friday, October 22. Calling by Sue Hulsether. Musicians T.B.A.

What's a barn dance like?  This!

Special Events

First Tuesday Open Mic and Jam Sessions

May 4, June 1, July 6,  August 3, September 7, October 5, November 2, December 7

We invite all - from aspiring and accomplished musicians and poets to appreciative audience members - to join in this supportive, cooperative effort to celebrate our local talent. The night will feature a traditional open mic format in our main hall, as well as jam space in our gallery.  Donations greatly appreciated.  Coffee and tea provided. Feel free to bring a snack to share!
 

Cultural Retreats

Folklore Village retreats offer the opportunity to immerse yourself in music, dance, food and traditions of cultures from around the United States and the worldYou will study with knowledgeable artists and teachers while making friends and having a great time. Beginning and experienced students are welcome. Please call (608) 924-4000, email staff@folklorevillage.org with questions. 
 

German Folkdance Weekend    August 13 - 15, 2010

Unfortunately, this weekend has been canceled. It will hopefully be rescheduled for the summer of 2011.

Swedish Music & Dance Weekend  October 29-31, 2010

More Info Soon!

63rd Festival of Christmas & Midwinter Traditions, December 28, 2010-January 1, 2011

More info soon!

Exhibits

Connecting Through Tradition    February 23 through August 15

This eye-opening photo and text exhibit, created by Folklore Village and the Wisconsin Arts Board, is your invitation to discover the ordinary and extraordinary ways that individuals and organizations in Wisconsin recognize and celebrate the multi-colored threads woven through the cultural-heritage tapestry of this state.