The Worcester Contra Dance will kick off its 2025-26 dance schedule beginning on September 13, 2025. Dances take place from 7:00–10:00 PM on the second Saturday of most months from September through June. A beginner's lesson is offered for all new to contra dancing starting at 6:45 p.m. The dance itself starts at 7:00 p.m. All dances are located in the gymnasium (Brewer Hall) at Wesley United Methodist Church, 114 Main St. in Worcester, MA. Gymnasium access is on the left side of the building when viewed from Main Street. The admission fee is $10 to $12 for adults, $6 to $8 for students, and $25 per family. Role terms are "Gents & Ladies."
Please wear soft soled shoes such as dance shoes or clean sneakers in order to prevent damaging the hardwood floor. Mask wearing is OPTIONAL .We will have additional masks available at the admission desk for those who want one.
If you have further questions regarding our dance or the admission requirements, please contact us. Thank you, and we look forward to seeing you at our dances.
| Date | Band | Caller |
|---|---|---|
| September 13, 2025 | Accentricity | Don Veino |
| October 11, 2025 | Dead Sea Squirrels | Dereck Kalish |
| November 8, 2025 | Joy Factor | Paul Wilde |
| December 13, 2025 | Jumpstart | Yaron Shragai |
| January 3, 2026 | Star Charters | Rich Sbardella |
| February 14, 2026 | Fiddling Thomsons | Don Heinold |
| March 14, 2026 | Dead Sea Squirrels | Luke Donforth |
| April 11, 2026 ** | Treble Play | Sandy Lafleur |
| May 9, 2026 | Wild Notes | Steve Holland |
| June 13, 2026 | Dandelion | Paul Wilde |
**Potluck Dinner @ 5:30 p.m.