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SUMMARY:Bay Area Dance Week 2026
DESCRIPTION:Save the date! Bay Area Dance Week is 10 days of free dance events celebrating our dynamic and diverse Bay Area dance community. Watch inspiring artists\, practice your own style\, or discover a new groove. Participating each year is easy and everything is free. \nEvent hosts around the Bay Area can submit free events to take place during Dance Week\, ranging from classes\, performances\, open studios\, workshops\, and more. \nParticipants can explore the Bay Area Dance Week Hub to sign up for free events and customize their own Dance Week experience. Become a free community member to receive updates on Bay Area Dance Week and stay in the know about dance jobs\, auditions\, performances\, discounts\, and more. \nWhether hip hop\, hula\, salsa\, aerial\, folk\, modern\, Bollywood\, ballet\, West African\, or many more – Join together in dance\, regardless of cultural background\, race\, faith\, size\, shape\, sexuality\, gender\, or ability or age.
URL:https://www.folkdance.com/event/bay-area-dance-week-2026/
LOCATION:San Francisco Bay Area\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Dance Party,Festival,Performance,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260503T140000
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SUMMARY:Live Balkan Folk Dance Party with Da! Mozhem
DESCRIPTION:Kopachka Folk Dancers invites you to dance to your favorite international tunes with Da! Mozhem Sunday May 3\, 2026.  \nBe sure to bring tips for the band. If you are not well please stay home. \nDa! Mozhem\nDa! Mozhem at the San Francisco Free Folk Festival Da! Mozhem plays and sings high-energy pan-Balkan music for the joy of dancing.  D!M is a group of friends who have been playing together for well over a decade. The group has veterans from many excellent folklore bands such as the People’s International Silver String Macedonian Band\, Born to Drone\, Westwind\, Sviraci\, and the Slavonian Traveling Band.  The band plays with emphasis on Bulgarian\, Macedonian\, and ex-Yugoslav traditions.  Several members frequently travel to the Balkans to learn more about the folkloric music of the region.  The group plays on traditional instruments unique to the region as well as modern instruments. \nMore details about the Kopachka Folk Dancers
URL:https://www.folkdance.com/event/kopachka-da-mozhem-party/
LOCATION:Strawberry Recreation Center\, 118 E. Strawberry Drive\, Mill Valley\, CA\, 94941\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance Party,Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kopachka Folk Dancers":MAILTO:president@kopachkafolkdancers.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T120000
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UID:17721-1778328000-1778364000@www.folkdance.com
SUMMARY:Hungarian Heritage Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:Experience the tastes\, sights and sounds of Hungary. Come see what makes Hungarian culture truly unique! All music and dance performances and exhibits are included in the price of admission. \n\nLive Performances\nLive Folk Dance and Music\nTraditional Food and Pastries\nFine Hungarian Wine\nCultural and Art Exhibits\nPuppet show and crafts for the Children\nHungarian Craft and Gift Faire\nEvening Dance Circles\n\nAdmission\n$20 for Adults\n$5 for Youth (6-17 years old)\nFree for Children 5 and under \n\n2017 Hungarian Heritage Festival \nFor more details visit https://www.hungarianheritagefestival.com/. \nAdvance Tickets
URL:https://www.folkdance.com/event/hungarian-festival-26/
LOCATION:Twin Pines Center\, 20 Twin Pines Lane\, Belmont\, CA\, 94002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance Party,Live Music,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T150000
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SUMMARY:Peninsula Folk Dance Party
DESCRIPTION:Join the Peninsula Council Folk Dancers for an all-request dance party with Rebecca Tsai as MC! Invite your friends for a short beginner dancer workshop at 3pm. \nWe’ll have dances for all levels\, beginning to advanced\, and all forms (line\, couple\, and set). Dress comfortably in layers; sneakers or low-heeled dance shoes recommended. Donations to help cover the cost of the hall are welcome. We do dances from nearly every country in the world\, and the music is incredible.  \nSend your dance requests to pfdcparty@gmail.com along with any questions\, comments\, or suggestions.  \nPlease stay home if you are sick\, and please wear a mask if you are unsure or have been exposed to someone with a contagious illness. Thank you for your thoughtfulness.
URL:https://www.folkdance.com/event/pfdc-may26/
LOCATION:St. Bede’s Church Hall\, 2650 Sand Hill Road\, Menlo Park\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance Party
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ORGANIZER;CN="Peninsula Council":MAILTO:pfdcparty@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260516T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260516T170000
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SUMMARY:2026 Blossom Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the annual Blossom Festival in San Francisco hosted by Changs Folk Dancers and the Folk Dance Federation! The Blossom Festival includes short dance workshops\, a folk dance party with recorded music\, and more!  Free! \nPlease bring a snack to share. \nDownload\, share\, or save a flier
URL:https://www.folkdance.com/event/2026-blossom-festival/
LOCATION:City College of San Francisco\, Wellness Center\, 50 Frida Kahlo Way\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94112\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance Party,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Changs International Folk Dancers":MAILTO:changsdancers@aol.com
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SUMMARY:17th Annual Cerritos Festival
DESCRIPTION:Help the Cerritos Folk Dancers celebrate their 17th anniversary with dance\, cake\, and your presence!  \nFinger foods to share are welcome\, but not necessary. Your traditional or special costume will add splendid color to the party.\nEach group is welcome to perform\, lead\, and/or request one or more dances. (Please let us know in advance to schedule your time)
URL:https://www.folkdance.com/event/17th-annual-cerritos-festival/
LOCATION:Cerritos Senior Center\, 12340 South Street\, Cerritos\, CA\, 90703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance Party
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cerritos Folk Dancers":MAILTO:CerritosFolkDancers@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260516T193000
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SUMMARY:Cafe Shalom Dance Party
DESCRIPTION:Israeli folk dancers from all over the Bay Area dance the night away at Café Shalom’s Saturday party—a monthly tradition since the 1960s! We play a wonderful mix of oldies and the latest dances based on requests. Dancers of all ages are invited to join the fun on the third Saturday of every month.  \nSaturday classes are large parties with many dancers from all ages and spectrum. We dance dances from 1918 and from 2018 back to back. \nThe first part of the evening – 30-45 minutes starts with slow and beginners dances\, oldies\, and dances which we learn in Tuesday class. Later we increase the intensity\, up the beat and the pace and the evening is fully charged with great energy and fun. \n7:30 pm – Warm-up\, beginner’s\, oldies dances\, and recently taught dances\n8:00 pm – Our party perks up… with circle\, and couple dances\n9:15 pm – Birthday celebrations\, announcements\, followed by a line dance set\n9:30 – 11:30 pm – We’ll dance ‘til then or ‘til we drop – whatever comes first! \nAdmission is $10 for adults\, $5 for students. \nInfo:  Text 669.444.1284\nCafe Shalom\, more details…
URL:https://www.folkdance.com/event/cafe-shalom-may26/
LOCATION:Congregation Am Tikvah\, 625 Brotherhood Way\, San Francisco\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance Party,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cafe Shalom":MAILTO:udy@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260522T190000
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UID:17517-1779476400-1779487200@www.folkdance.com
SUMMARY:Family Fun and Dancing
DESCRIPTION:Join Changs International Folk Dancers for a night of music and dance for the entire family! \nAn hour of fun dance activities to music from around the world. Every Fourth Friday\, 7pm-8pm. Followed at 8-10pm by international folk dances from our club’s repertoire. \nAdults accompanied by kids always free!
URL:https://www.folkdance.com/event/bfd-family-fun-may26/
LOCATION:Miraloma Park Clubhouse\, 350 O’Shaughnessey Boulevard (at Del Vale Avenue)\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94127\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance Party,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Changs International Folk Dancers":MAILTO:changsdancers@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260531T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260531T160000
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UID:17637-1780236000-1780243200@www.folkdance.com
SUMMARY:Sunday Afternoon Folk Dancing  at Almonte
DESCRIPTION:Kopachka Folk Dancers invites you to come as their guest May 31\, 2026 for a dance lesson 2pm-2:30pm for all level dancers followed by request dancing until 4pm. The afternoon is free. Doors open at 1:30pm. \nKopachka welcomes all dancers\, new to Balkan dance or experienced\, who enjoy community\, haunting music\, unusual rhythms and excellent exercise for mind and body. Come join us for our first once-a-month\, recurring\, Sunday afternoon dancing.  \nMore details about the Kopachka Folk Dancers
URL:https://www.folkdance.com/event/kopachka-may26/
LOCATION:Almonte Clubhouse\, 105 Wisteria Way\, Mill Valley\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kopachka Folk Dancers":MAILTO:president@kopachkafolkdancers.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260531T150000
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UID:17542-1780239600-1780248600@www.folkdance.com
SUMMARY:Scottish and English Country Dance Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join the Palomanians for a Scottish and English country dance workshop with Denise Heenan featuring dances from the Palomanians repertoire. For newer dancers\, this is a chance to learn and for experienced dancers a chance to review. Workshop time will be divided between teaching\, reviewing\, and just dancing! \n\nNo experience or partner needed\nBeginning to advanced dances\n\nView our repertoire and vote for dances you’d like to have taught. Questions? Email us
URL:https://www.folkdance.com/event/country-dance-wksp/
LOCATION:St. Bede’s Church Hall\, 2650 Sand Hill Road\, Menlo Park\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance Party,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Palomanians":MAILTO:clemd@acm.org
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