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Austin-area events

Please refer to the calendar below for any cancellations. Hancock Recreation Center is typically closed for federal holidays.

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Weekly English country dance

When: Mondays, 7:15 – 9:30pm
First-time English country dancers should come at 7:15 for a 15-minute introduction to English country dancing. Dances after 8:30pm will be targeted for experienced dancers.
Where: Hancock Recreation Center, 811 E 41st St.
Cost: $5
A fragrance free event.
Children are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult. To enjoy dancing, they need to be mature enough to dance with people other than their parents or friends.

3rd Saturday contra dance

When: The 3rd Saturday of each month, 7:00pm-9:55pm.
Where: Go Dance Studio
2525 W Anderson Ln. #530 (in Northcross Mall Plaza near First Watch and Guitar Center)
Cost: More details in the calendar below.

Monthly contra dance in San Marcos

When: The 2nd Sunday of each month, 1:00pm-4:00pm. *Schedule may vary so please check their San Marcos Contra Dance 

Weekly contra dance sponsored by Austin Barn Dancers

When: Wednesdays, 7:30-9:45pm
Where: Hancock Recreation Center, 811 E 41st St
Cost: Free! Music by a volunteer jam band
More info: http://austinbarndancers.org/

October 2025

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
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  • Austin Barn Dancers @ Hancock
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  • English Country Dance @ Hancock
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  • Austin Barn Dancers @ Hancock
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  • 3rd* Saturday Contra Dance
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  • NO San Marcos Contra Dance
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  • English Country Dance @ Hancock
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  • Austin Barn Dancers @ Hancock
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  • Austin String Band Festival
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  • Austin String Band Festival
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  • Austin String Band Festival
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  • ECD Autumn Redux @ Hancock - Experience required
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  • Austin Barn Dancers @ Hancock
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  • English Country Dance @ Hancock
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  • Austin Barn Dancers @ Hancock
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