
Friends of Hot Springs NC Contra Dance
Lively contra dance gathering in Pine Hall, just yards from the Appalachian Trail in Hot Springs, NC. A third Friday monthly social dance night centered on community connection in a classic small-town hall.
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A monthly third Friday contra dance in Pine Hall in Hot Springs, just yards from the Appalachian Trail. Expect community social dancing in a small-town hall with an easygoing, welcoming vibe for locals and hikers alike.

A monthly third Friday contra dance in Pine Hall in Hot Springs, just yards from the Appalachian Trail. Expect community social dancing in a small-town hall with an easygoing, welcoming vibe for locals and hikers alike.
A monthly third Friday contra dance in Pine Hall in Hot Springs, just yards from the Appalachian Trail. Expect community social dancing in a small-town hall with an easygoing, welcoming vibe for locals and hikers alike.

Lively contra dance night rooted in folk and social dance traditions, with community sets moving to driving fiddle tune energy. A welcoming gym-floor dance gathering in Swannanoa designed for shared joy and connection.

Lively contra dance night rooted in folk and social dance traditions, with community sets moving to driving fiddle tune energy. A welcoming gym-floor dance gathering in Swannanoa designed for shared joy and connection.
Lively contra dance night rooted in folk and social dance traditions, with community sets moving to driving fiddle tune energy. A welcoming gym-floor dance gathering in Swannanoa designed for shared joy and connection.

Drop in ballroom night with a short rotating monthly dance lesson followed by two hours of open social dancing. Welcoming, community centered vibe that works well for beginners and returning dancers alike.

Drop in ballroom night with a short rotating monthly dance lesson followed by two hours of open social dancing. Welcoming, community centered vibe that works well for beginners and returning dancers alike.
Drop in ballroom night with a short rotating monthly dance lesson followed by two hours of open social dancing. Welcoming, community centered vibe that works well for beginners and returning dancers alike.

A welcoming waltz night where dancers and musicians share the floor in a friendly, community-centered setting. Informal instruction helps first-timers get comfortable, with an open, all-levels vibe for social partner dancing.

A welcoming waltz night where dancers and musicians share the floor in a friendly, community-centered setting. Informal instruction helps first-timers get comfortable, with an open, all-levels vibe for social partner dancing.
A welcoming waltz night where dancers and musicians share the floor in a friendly, community-centered setting. Informal instruction helps first-timers get comfortable, with an open, all-levels vibe for social partner dancing.

Drop-in ballroom lesson followed by two hours of social dancing, with a different style rotating each month (like waltz). Welcoming, beginner-friendly atmosphere at a community center with plenty of time to practice and mingle.

Drop-in ballroom lesson followed by two hours of social dancing, with a different style rotating each month (like waltz). Welcoming, beginner-friendly atmosphere at a community center with plenty of time to practice and mingle.
Drop-in ballroom lesson followed by two hours of social dancing, with a different style rotating each month (like waltz). Welcoming, beginner-friendly atmosphere at a community center with plenty of time to practice and mingle.

Traditional barn dancing set to lively bluegrass picking and fiddles in a working farm setting. An authentic WNC night of fellowship, communal feasting, and rustic farmland atmosphere under the barn lights.

Traditional barn dancing set to lively bluegrass picking and fiddles in a working farm setting. An authentic WNC night of fellowship, communal feasting, and rustic farmland atmosphere under the barn lights.
Traditional barn dancing set to lively bluegrass picking and fiddles in a working farm setting. An authentic WNC night of fellowship, communal feasting, and rustic farmland atmosphere under the barn lights.

Monthly swing social with a beginner friendly lesson followed by open dancing in a community hall setting. Doors at 6:45 PM; $10 covers lesson and dance, with ages 12+ and cash or Venmo at the door.

Monthly swing social with a beginner friendly lesson followed by open dancing in a community hall setting. Doors at 6:45 PM; $10 covers lesson and dance, with ages 12+ and cash or Venmo at the door.
Monthly swing social with a beginner friendly lesson followed by open dancing in a community hall setting. Doors at 6:45 PM; $10 covers lesson and dance, with ages 12+ and cash or Venmo at the door.

A drop-in ballroom night that starts with a short guided lesson, then opens into two hours of relaxed social dancing. Dance styles rotate monthly, making it easy for beginners and regulars to learn new steps together.

A drop-in ballroom night that starts with a short guided lesson, then opens into two hours of relaxed social dancing. Dance styles rotate monthly, making it easy for beginners and regulars to learn new steps together.
A drop-in ballroom night that starts with a short guided lesson, then opens into two hours of relaxed social dancing. Dance styles rotate monthly, making it easy for beginners and regulars to learn new steps together.

A lively downtown First Friday street celebration mixing bands and pop up dance moments with local art displays and vendor shopping. Expect food stalls, small businesses staying open late, and a community block party feel in Mars Hill.

A lively downtown First Friday street celebration mixing bands and pop up dance moments with local art displays and vendor shopping. Expect food stalls, small businesses staying open late, and a community block party feel in Mars Hill.
A lively downtown First Friday street celebration mixing bands and pop up dance moments with local art displays and vendor shopping. Expect food stalls, small businesses staying open late, and a community block party feel in Mars Hill.

Old-time Appalachian dance night with fiddle, guitar, and mandolin driving the tunes while Warren Doyle calls the figures. A free 7:30–8 pm lesson leads into an 8–11 pm community dance in a Swannanoa gym.

Old-time Appalachian dance night with fiddle, guitar, and mandolin driving the tunes while Warren Doyle calls the figures. A free 7:30–8 pm lesson leads into an 8–11 pm community dance in a Swannanoa gym.
Old-time Appalachian dance night with fiddle, guitar, and mandolin driving the tunes while Warren Doyle calls the figures. A free 7:30–8 pm lesson leads into an 8–11 pm community dance in a Swannanoa gym.

Moonlit night hike through Linville’s mountain forest culminating in a crackling bonfire for storytelling, stargazing, and chances to hear owls and other nocturnal wildlife during a guided evening walk.

Moonlit night hike through Linville’s mountain forest culminating in a crackling bonfire for storytelling, stargazing, and chances to hear owls and other nocturnal wildlife during a guided evening walk.
Moonlit night hike through Linville’s mountain forest culminating in a crackling bonfire for storytelling, stargazing, and chances to hear owls and other nocturnal wildlife during a guided evening walk.

Hand claps, toe tapping rhythms, and high lonesome bluegrass fill nightly stage shows alongside traditional Appalachian dance and century old ballads. Storytellers and regional performers celebrate Southern Appalachian heritage in a festival setting.

Hand claps, toe tapping rhythms, and high lonesome bluegrass fill nightly stage shows alongside traditional Appalachian dance and century old ballads. Storytellers and regional performers celebrate Southern Appalachian heritage in a festival setting.
Hand claps, toe tapping rhythms, and high lonesome bluegrass fill nightly stage shows alongside traditional Appalachian dance and century old ballads. Storytellers and regional performers celebrate Southern Appalachian heritage in a festival setting.

Rhythmic hand-drum jams and spontaneous movement fill Pritchard Park as locals and visitors circle up for call-and-response grooves. A casual, participatory outdoor gathering that’s welcoming to beginners and seasoned drummers alike.

Rhythmic hand-drum jams and spontaneous movement fill Pritchard Park as locals and visitors circle up for call-and-response grooves. A casual, participatory outdoor gathering that’s welcoming to beginners and seasoned drummers alike.
Rhythmic hand-drum jams and spontaneous movement fill Pritchard Park as locals and visitors circle up for call-and-response grooves. A casual, participatory outdoor gathering that’s welcoming to beginners and seasoned drummers alike.

Upbeat Celtic and Irish folk tunes fill an intimate pub style room with fiddle driven melodies, singalong choruses, and a lively late night atmosphere. Expect toe tapping energy that can easily spill into casual dancing and community cheer.

Upbeat Celtic and Irish folk tunes fill an intimate pub style room with fiddle driven melodies, singalong choruses, and a lively late night atmosphere. Expect toe tapping energy that can easily spill into casual dancing and community cheer.
Upbeat Celtic and Irish folk tunes fill an intimate pub style room with fiddle driven melodies, singalong choruses, and a lively late night atmosphere. Expect toe tapping energy that can easily spill into casual dancing and community cheer.

Free line-dance and two-step lessons roll into an easygoing brewery night with plenty of time to practice on the floor. Built for beginners and regulars alike, with an inclusive crowd and no partner, boots, or experience required.

Free line-dance and two-step lessons roll into an easygoing brewery night with plenty of time to practice on the floor. Built for beginners and regulars alike, with an inclusive crowd and no partner, boots, or experience required.
Free line-dance and two-step lessons roll into an easygoing brewery night with plenty of time to practice on the floor. Built for beginners and regulars alike, with an inclusive crowd and no partner, boots, or experience required.

Nightly stage shows celebrating Southern Appalachian traditions with bluegrass drive, hand clapping rhythms, and toe tapping dance. Century old ballads and traditional storytelling highlight regional folk heritage and intergenerational performers.

Nightly stage shows celebrating Southern Appalachian traditions with bluegrass drive, hand clapping rhythms, and toe tapping dance. Century old ballads and traditional storytelling highlight regional folk heritage and intergenerational performers.
Nightly stage shows celebrating Southern Appalachian traditions with bluegrass drive, hand clapping rhythms, and toe tapping dance. Century old ballads and traditional storytelling highlight regional folk heritage and intergenerational performers.

Progressive line dance sessions with a guaranteed beginner lesson in the first hour, followed by a second lesson and mixed level open dancing; friendly dance angels circulate to offer hands on coaching and support.

Progressive line dance sessions with a guaranteed beginner lesson in the first hour, followed by a second lesson and mixed level open dancing; friendly dance angels circulate to offer hands on coaching and support.
Progressive line dance sessions with a guaranteed beginner lesson in the first hour, followed by a second lesson and mixed level open dancing; friendly dance angels circulate to offer hands on coaching and support.

A social group hike to Catawba Falls with a scenic waterfall destination and shaded forest trail miles. Expect a daytime meetup vibe with a moderate pace, trail conversation, and a shared nature outing.

A social group hike to Catawba Falls with a scenic waterfall destination and shaded forest trail miles. Expect a daytime meetup vibe with a moderate pace, trail conversation, and a shared nature outing.
A social group hike to Catawba Falls with a scenic waterfall destination and shaded forest trail miles. Expect a daytime meetup vibe with a moderate pace, trail conversation, and a shared nature outing.

Spirited Improv Performance at Swannanoa, NC featuring unscripted collective creativity with music-making, dance, singing, acting, costumed silliness and storytelling. Invites audience participation and appeals to community interested in comedy, theater, spiritual and wellness experiences.

Spirited Improv Performance at Swannanoa, NC featuring unscripted collective creativity with music-making, dance, singing, acting, costumed silliness and storytelling. Invites audience participation and appeals to community interested in comedy, theater, spiritual and wellness experiences.
Spirited Improv Performance at Swannanoa, NC featuring unscripted collective creativity with music-making, dance, singing, acting, costumed silliness and storytelling. Invites audience participation and appeals to community interested in comedy, theater, spiritual and wellness experiences.

Beginner swing fundamentals kick off the night with easy footwork practice before two hours of upbeat social dancing. Partner rotation and no partner requirement make it an approachable way to meet new people and get comfortable on the floor.

Beginner swing fundamentals kick off the night with easy footwork practice before two hours of upbeat social dancing. Partner rotation and no partner requirement make it an approachable way to meet new people and get comfortable on the floor.
Beginner swing fundamentals kick off the night with easy footwork practice before two hours of upbeat social dancing. Partner rotation and no partner requirement make it an approachable way to meet new people and get comfortable on the floor.