Based in Dallas, Texas, NTTDS promotes understanding and appreciation of American folk dancing, its music, its history, and related folklore. We are a group affiliate of the Country Dance and Song Society.

Jan 1-4, 2026: Fiddler's Dream Music and Dance Camp is back! See more details on our Fiddler's Dream page.

Contra Dance at 2155 Ballroom
Contra Dance at 2155 Ballroom
 
English Country Dance at Apex
English Country Dance at Apex

We welcome everyone to our dances:
adults, families, students, children; you get the idea.
Admission is Pay What You Can, suggested $10 for adults, $5 for students with ID, and maximum $25 per family.

DANCE HOTLINE PHONE NUMBER: 972-546-8858.

 

Upcoming Dances:

NTTDS is now holding English Country Dances on 2nd Saturdays at Apex Dance Studio in Dallas, and Contra Dances on 3rd Saturdays at 2155 Ballroom in Carrollton.
COVID Vaccinations and Masks are encouraged, but NOT REQUIRED.

Sat Nov 8, 7:30 - 10:30 pm: English Country Dance at Apex Dance Studio in Dallas.

Mon Nov 10, 7:30 - 10:00 pm: FREE Contra Dance at University of Texas at Dalllas (UTD) in Richardson. [Not actually sponsored by NTTDS]

Sat Nov 15, 7:30 - 10:30 pm: Contra Dance at 2155 Ballroom in Carrollton, with Linda Mrosko calling to the music of Sibling Revelry.

Thu Jan 1 - Sun Jan 4, 2026: Fiddler's Dream Music and Dance Camp on the north shore of Lake Texoma. More Details.

 

NEWS

 

Non-NTTDS Events

English Country Dance in Fort Worth, 7:00 pm, at 4601 Frazier Ave. The schedule varies. See their Southwestern Folks - Dancing Facebook page.

Fire Ant Frolic Contra Dance Weekend in Austin is Nov 14-16, featuring Steve Zakon-Anderson calling to the music of Northwoods (Casey Murray, Molly Tucker, and Steve's son Sam Zakon-Anderson). Registration is now open. For all the details, see fireantfrolic.org.

For more Non-NTTDS events, see the Schedule page.

 

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North Texas Traditional Dance Society is a 501(c)(3) organization with registered offices in the State of Texas.
How to contact NTTDS:    972-546-8858    OR       OR    PO Box 820203, Dallas, TX 75382
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