BIDA contra dance

Try out an energetic social folk dance native to the region, whose ease of learning makes it a welcoming option for travelers. Live traditional fiddle music.

Address: Masonic Temple, 1950 Massachusetts Ave
Hours: Sundays 7PM-10:30PM
Price: $5-$15 (sliding scale)
Website: bidadance.org (opens in a new tab)

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