Decisions about any Covid-related procedures will be based on local Covid conditions, the feelings of the community as determined by the event organizers, and on the policies of the hosting venues. Please check the calendar page for updated information about events.
DanceFlurry sponsored events are run by volunteer organizers and overseen by the DFO Board. They are financially supported by and receive insurance coverage through the DFO and follow organization-wide policies regarding Covid safety and Community Culture.
Affiliate events are independently run and do not receive DFO financial support. Their policies are those of their organizers and host venues. The DFO provides publicity and organizational support for these events.
MONTHLY DANCE SERIES
Cajun/Zydeco & Swing dances
Albany 1st Friday Swing Dance, [sponsored] each month, first Friday from September through June
Cajun/Zydeco Dance, [sponsored] 4th Saturdays from October to April, in Albany
Contra, Community, & Family Dances
Albany Contra, [sponsored] Sept.-June on the 2nd Fridays (and some 5th Fridays)
Buhrmaster Barn Contra Dances [sponsored] Four dates between June and August in the summer
Contra Fest! [sponsored] Friday evening through Saturday evening, beginning the second Friday of each November
Family Dances, [sponsored] Sunday fun for all ages! Several months between October and April
North Berkshire Community Dance, [affiliate] 2nd Saturdays in Williamstown, MA
Octagon Barn Dance Social in Knox, NY in April or May.
Old Songs Community Barn Dance, First Saturdays from November to May! Sponsored by our colleagues at Old Songs, a fellow organization promoting traditional music and dance. Series currently on hold.
English Country Dances and International Folk
Capital English Country Dancers [affiliate] first Sundays, Oct.-May
Tri-City Folk Dancers [affiliate] International Folk Dancing includes the traditional dances of many countries and cultures done to authentic music in a variety of formations (lines, partners, circles). Meets weekly on Fridays in Schenectady, although there are some special “daytime dances” on Saturday instead of the Friday dance. Please check the calendar.
TRADITIONAL MUSIC
Albany Sacred Harp (Shape Note) Singing, [affiliate] every Wednesday in Schenectady
Capital District Megaband [affiliate] For intermediate to advanced musicians, ready to play up to dance speed and looking for a new direction and a challenge
West African Drumming and Dance Classes, [affiliate] Special events and programs. Weekly sessions currently suspended as of January, 2025
SPECIAL EVENTS
Adirondack Dance Weekend [sponsored] Contra, English Country & Balfolk dancing at the scenic Silver Bay YMCA Retreat Center, on Lake George — Sept. 26-28, 2025
Contra Fest! [sponsored] The second Friday evening through Saturday evening of each November
The Flurry Festival [sponsored] More dance and music than you can imagine in one great weekend — over Presidents Day weekend in Saratoga Springs
Old Songs Community Dance [independently run by Old Songs, Inc.] Fun, simple dances from the U.S. and around the world.
Outreach and Grant-Funded Programs — The DFO is out and about engaging new audiences and helping to support events sponsored by other organizations.