Social dances, classes and practices in Fredericton, Oromocto, New Maryland and the surrounding area, from Nackawic to Minto and Harvey. Listings are gathered by hand from organizers, so check the event’s own link before you go: times and prices can change.

November 2026

54th Maritime Square & Round Dance Convention

Fri Nov 6–Sat Nov 7 · Fredericton · Square Dancing

When

Friday, November 6 to Saturday, November 7, 2026
Fri: Dance 2–4 p.m.
Fri: Convention 8 p.m.
Sat: Convention 10 a.m.

Where

Fredericton Inn
1315 Regent St, Fredericton

Just off Route 8 and adjacent to Regent Mall.

Cost

$60/couple, whole event

Good to know

Registration required
Scent-free
Language: English

Description: Dance to Maritime callers and cuers from Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island.

(New) Mainstream – Plus – Advanced
Phase I to IV Rounds – Contras
Help Us Plan Ahead – Register Early!
Traditional Square Dance attire admired, but not required.
Early Bird, Saturday morning & afternoon dances – tasteful casual attire.
All rooms will have some smooth dance surface.
Dancers under 18 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
No scents would be appreciated.
Dancers, please make your own hotel reservations and identify yourselves as a square dancer attending the MCCA Convention.

Registration desk opens at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, November 6, 2026

EARLY BIRD DANCE – CASUAL DANCE
Friday, November 6 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Organized by: Maritime Callers and Cuers Association
Links: Register

Dances (3)

Contra Dancing
Round Dancing
Square Dancing

Swing Out with The Thomists

Fri Nov 6 · Fredericton · Swing Dancing

When

Friday, November 6, 2026
Class 7–8 p.m. (Absolute beginner to beginner, no partner needed)
Dance 8–10 p.m.

Where

The Cultural Centre
28 Saunders St, Fredericton

Parking lot on-site, plus free street parking.
Wheelchair accessible entrance, parking, and restroom.

Cost

$20

$20 (cash, please do not send an e transfer to Fredericton Swing Dance!)
Intro lesson with Fredericton Swing Dance Included in the price of admission.

Good to know

Drop-in
Languages: English, French

Description: Join us for an evening of live swing dance music played by a 1940s style Big Band!
🕺7-8 pm: Intro lesson with Fredericton Swing Dance
*Included in the price of admission
*No partner or experience required!
🎼🎺8-10 pm: Swing Out for two sets of high quality swing dance tunes with The Thomists!
📍Cultural Centre (28, Saunders)
💵$20 (cash, please do not send an e transfer to Fredericton Swing Dance!)
See you on the dancefloor! 💃
Organized by: Fredericton Swing Dance
Links: More information

Dances (8)

Balboa
Carolina Shag
Charleston
Collegiate Shag
East Coast Swing
Jive
Lindy Hop
West Coast Swing

Festa Latina

Sat Nov 7 · Fredericton · Latin

When: Saturday, November 7, 2026
Class 7–7:30 p.m. (Absolute beginner to beginner, solo)
Dance 7:30–10 p.m. (All levels, no partner needed)
Where: Klub Khrome
375 King St, Fredericton
Cost: $10
Good to know: Drop-in
19+
Languages: English, French

Description: We are happy to announce our next Fiesta Latina night in Fredericton! New Chapter, New Vibe, New Location! Join us November 7th at Klub Khrome starting with a short lesson at 7pm follow by social dancing to a high energy playlist featuring new hits and old classics.

Dances (3)

Bachata
Merengue
Salsa

July 2028

25th Canadian National Square & Round Dance Festival

Thu Jul 20–Sat Jul 22 · Fredericton · Square Dancing

When: Thursday, July 20 to Saturday, July 22, 2028
Thu: Convention time TBA
Fri: Convention time TBA
Sat: Convention time TBA
Where: Fredericton Convention Centre
670 Queen St, Fredericton
Good to know: Minors must be accompanied by an adult
Language: English

Description: The 25th Canadian National Square and Round Dance Festival brings hundreds of dancers to the Fredericton Convention Centre from July 20 to 22, 2028.

The volunteer-run event is expected to attract about 600 participants from across Canada, the United States, China, Germany, Malaysia and Australia. More than 70 callers and cuers will lead four days of square, round, clog and contra dancing!
Organized by: Federation of Dance Clubs of New Brunswick
Links: More information

Dances (3)

Contra Dancing
Round Dancing
Square Dancing