NM FolkMADS is a non-profit organization which promotes and teaches traditional music and dance. Our reach includes Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and Taos.
Board of Director Elections!
Welcome new members of the board of directors: Steve, Clara, Betsy, and Jennifer!
Thank you for those members who continue to serve: Will, Robin, Roger, Mark, Lewis, and Jim!
Thank you to outgoing Board President Caitlin Bannan!
Regularly Scheduled Music and Dance Events
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Contra Dances: Santa Fe
2nd & 4th Saturdays at Odd Fellows Hall, 7:30-10:30pm.
Beginning in March 2025: 1st & 3rd Saturdays, 7:30-10:30PM at Odd Fellows Hall
Contra Dances: Albuquerque
1st Saturdays at Albuquerque Square Dance Center, 7:30pm-10:00pm.
Beginning in March 2025: 4th Sundays, 2:00-5pm at ABQ Square Dance Center.
Family Dances: Albuquerque
Approximately Quarterly at various locations in ABQ. Sign up for email list, check calendar, or check the Family Dance Page for details!
Albuquerque Callers Collective Practice:
Monthly Dance practice at Erik Erhardt’s House. From 2-4PM, but days vary between Saturdays and Sundays. Sign up for email list, check calendar, or check the NMCC page for details!
English Country Dances: Albuquerque
2nd Sundays at Albuquerque Square Dance Center, 2pm-5pm.
Albuquerque Megaband Jam/Practice
3rd Saturday at High and Dry Brewing, 529 Adams St NE, 3pm-5pm, Free.
Santa Fe Megaband Jam/Practice
1st & 3rd Thursdays at Odd Fellows Hall, 6:30-8:30pm, Free.
MUSIC
Music is the founding principle of FolkMADS. Find out more about local bands, practices, concerts, and jams on the Music page.
DANCE
Contra, English Country, and Family Dances are our most frequent dances. More information and a complete calendar of events can be found on the Events page.
CALLING
Callers are the bridge between the musicians and the dancers. Navigate to the Callers page to find out more about regional callers and how to learn to call.
NEWS
FolkMADS creates many opportunities for music and dance. See what we’re up to!