☠️ Contra Dance Like a Pirate! ☠️
Schedule
Fri, 19 Sep, 2025 at 07:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
United Church of Gainesville | Gainesville, FL
with the Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society (G.O.D.S.)
Friday, September 19, 2025
7:00 – 10:00 pm
United Church of Gainesville
1624 NW 5th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32603
Featuring caller Ang DeCarlis
with live music by Coral Riff
(Sarah Mitchell – flute/penny whistle, hammered dulcimer, concertina, foot percussion; Kathie Aagaard – fiddle; Sherry Mattos – keyboard)
Avast ye landlubbers!
Hoist your colors, don your finest tricorn hat or flowing red sash, and join us for a rollicking evening of contra dancing to lively tunes. Whether you be a seasoned deck-dancer or stepping aboard for the first time, fear not—we’ll teach ye the moves. No partner or prior experience needed. All are welcome on this friendly, welcoming ship!
Schedule
6:00 – 7:00 pm: Setup
7:00 – 9:45 pm: Introductory Workshop & Contra Dance
9:45 – 10:15 pm: Cleanup
Suggested Donation (Cash Only)
$10 (ages 26+)
$5 (ages 16–25)
FREE for ages 15 & under (with adult)
Notes for Dancers
Bring your own non-alcoholic beverage.
Wear comfortable casual attire and soft-soled, non-marking shoes.
Smoking and alcohol are not permitted.
Pirate garb is optional—but heartily encouraged!
⚓ Come dance the night away—pirate-style! ⚓
Where is it happening?
United Church of Gainesville, 1624 NW 5th Ave,Gainesville, Florida, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays: