Brisbane Folk Dancing

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Looking to host a bush dance or ceili at an upcoming birthday, wedding or event? We’ve got you covered!

We’ve got experienced dance callers (instructors) who can add that bit of sparkle to your event and get everyone dancing. All dances are taught and beginner friendly.

Make an inquiry for a dance caller and/or live band. Quotes vary depending on location and duration.

Hosted by Good Tunes

A community bush dance with the Good Tunes Band open to all ages. Dances are walked through and called.

No experience required!

All entry sales will be donated to support the chosen charity for that dance.

Called by Susie Bolliger

Beginner friendly Irish Set Dancing in South Brisbane! Meet up twice a month Sunday 9-11am and Friday 7-9pm.

Stepping and dances are taught as we go.

All are welcome!

South Brisbane

Do you have a love for flower garlands and flowers? Well you should definitely come along and learn to dance North-West English Morris Dances.

No prior knowledge needed. Have a twirl and rant with this lovely group.

Carina Community Centre

A community contra dance with live music provided by The Contrarians.

Dances are usually held on the 2nd Saturday of most months, February to November.

Check out the What’s On tab for more information on upcoming events!

Carina Community Centre

A community bush dance with live music provided by the Usual Suspects Bush Band.

Dances are usually held on the 4th Saturday of each month, February to November.

Head to the What’s On tab for more details.

Carina Community Centre

Come to a high energy, inclusive and fun-filled afternoon of Ceilidh dancing.

While a form of Scottish country dancing, there’s no focus on footwork at a Ceilidh! All ages are welcome and dances are all taught.

Ceilidhs are hosted every third Saturday of the Month, May-September. Check out the What’s On tab for more info.

Redhill

Belswagger Morris is South East Queensland's oldest and finest active Morris dancing side. We perform Cotswold Morris - think: bells, hankies and sticks.

If you are looking to add some joy, whimsy & exercise to your life - join us! No experience is necessary, we will teach you everything you need . We welcome both dancers and musicians.

Samford & Arana Hills

From Mediaeval dances on village greens, through to Regency balls, and on to modern Anglo-Celtic Folk Dances, join us for a fun filled night of dancing in Samford Village and Arana Hills.

We are starting a new dance series called The Village Dance, capturing the very essence of community dance!

Come by yourself, or with a friend. No partner, costume or experience required.

Moorooka

Whether you’re drawn by history, live music, or the thrill of learning something bold and different, this is your chance to be part of a living tradition.

Join us fortnightly on Tuesdays.

Take a sword, and become one of the links.

Rochedale

Dance like Jane Austen and Lady Whistledown on the 2nd and 4th Sunday afternoons of each month.

Made famous in the novels of Jane Austen, this elegant yet relaxed style is a wonderful way to meet people, enjoy gentle exercise, and have fun.

If you have a folk dance group that you would like advertised here, contact us.