NM FolkMADS is a non-profit organization which promotes and teaches traditional music and dance. Our reach includes Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and Taos.
Upcoming Events
29th Annual FolkMADness, May 24-27, 2024
Instruction and calling by Lo Peckman and Jeremy Korr with music from Toss the Possum and Thunderwing (Amy Engelsberg, Cedar Stanistreet, & Benjamin Foss), and singing led by Jeremy Carter-Gordon and Lauren Breunig, more. See the schedule!
Registration for events-only weekend passes, day/evening passes remain open through Memorial Day weekend. On-campus registration is now closed! But there are plenty of off-campus housing options in Socorro. Learn more.
New Family Dance Series
FolkMADS is now hosting a monthly Family Dance in Albuquerque!
Join us on third Saturdays for family focused fun including dancing, singing, and live music for all ages and experience levels!
When: Third Saturdays, 10:30AM to 12:30PM
Where: Albuquerque Square Dance Club, 4915 Hawkins St NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109
Who: Everyone! This is a family event with dances and songs for kids, people of all ages and skill levels are welcome, no experience necessary to have fun. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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.
Contra Dances: Albuquerque
1st Saturdays at Albuquerque Square Dance Center, 7:30pm-10:00pm.
Family Dances: Albuquerque
3rd Saturdays at Albuquerque Square Dance Center, 10:30AM-12:30PM
English Country Dances: Albuquerque
2nd Sundays at Albuquerque Square Dance Center, 7:30pm-10:00pm.
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!