Downtown Amherst Contra Dance

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

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

We recently updated our policies on masking and new dancer admission!
Read our full announcement here.

Beginners welcome!

No partner needed

All dances taught

Gender-free
(Larks/Robins)

Events

We’re hosting a FREE community contra on the Amherst Town Common, as part of the Amherst Friday Summer Concert Series!

Our mini-dance runs 5pm-6pm, then join us for a BYO picnic dinner while enjoying the swing band Hwy91 (concert runs until 8pm).

Calling by Dela Murphy

Music by local talent:
Becky Miller, Mark Roberts, Andrea Cooper

Pacific Masonic Lodge
99 Main St, Amherst MA
(Google Maps)
Parking, transit, & accessibility info here
General: $15-$20
Student: $10-$15
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.
- Water bottle (refills available)
- Clean, soft-soled shoes
- Wear comfortable, lightweight clothes
- Face mask(s) — encouraged, not required
Our dance is:
- Substance-free
- Fragrance-free
- Mask-encouraged, but not required
Read our full safety policy here!