NM FolkMADS is a non-profit organization which promotes and teaches traditional music and dance. Our reach includes Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and Taos.
Special Events
Folkmadness May 22-25, 2026: Registration opens January 15!
Music: Good Company | Karina Wilson, Marni Rachmiel & Debbie Jackson | Idlewild
Calling: Susan Michaels | Isaac Banner
Singing: Emma Azelborn
Regularly Scheduled Music and Dance Events
Click here for the full schedule of events>>
Pay What You Want model for all dances, suggested $10/person, $10-20/family.
Contra Dances: Santa Fe
1st & 3rd Saturdays, 7:00-10:00PM at Odd Fellows Hall. Lesson at 6:30.
Contra Dances: Albuquerque
4th Sundays, 2:00-5pm at ABQ Square Dance Center. Lesson at 2, Dancing at 2:30.
Family Dances: Albuquerque
Approximately Quarterly at various locations in ABQ. Sign up for dedicated email list,check calendar, or check the Family Dance Page for details!
English Country Dances: Albuquerque
2nd Sundays at Albuquerque Square Dance Center, 2pm-5pm.
Albuquerque Megaband Jam/Practice: New time and location!
3rd Saturdays 3:00-5:00pm at High and Dry Brewing, 529 Adams St NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108, Free
Santa Fe Megaband Jam/Practice
1st & 3rd Thursdays at Odd Fellows Hall, 6:30-8:30pm, Free.
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, check the NMCC page, or contact us for details! Note Erik moved recently, so contact us for his new address. 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!