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Frolic Information

About

The Frolics are intimate revels with one fantastic band and an outstanding caller. The mini-weekend consists of 9 hours of contra dancing over two days, with wonderful dancers in a beautiful setting. New this year, we've added a Saturday morning English Country Dance option, and a free Musicians Masterclass. Winter Frolic 2025 is at St. Katherine Greek Orthodox Church Community Center, 2716 N Dobson Rd, Chandler, AZ 85224. You'll find easy access with plenty of parking. The hall features a large wooden floor, a great stage, tables and chairs for sitting inside the hall, and covered areas outside for relaxing with friends between dances. The floor has some give, but is not sprung; shoes with some cushioning are recommended. You'll meet a vibrant mix of local and visiting dancers.

Schedule

The Frolics go from 7:30–10:30 pm on Friday evening and again from 1:30–5:00 pm Saturday afternoon, and 7:30–10:30 pm on Saturday evening. You'll have plenty of time to fully experience the exceptional talent, meet with friends, brunch, or explore on Saturday, and sight-see or get back home on Sunday if you travel from out of town. There will be a 30-minute break during the dance on Saturday afternoon for a group photo. If you wish, you may come in your zaniest or finest dance duds for the picture.

Schedule Details

Thursday, February 6

  7:00–9:00 PM    House Concert by Playing with Fyre at the HesleyHouse in N. Phoenix

                             Maximum 30 attendance; reserve a seat with your Frolic registration

Friday, February 7

  7:30–10:30 PM   Frolic Contra #1 with Jacqui Grennan calling to Playing with Fyre

Saturday, February 8

  10:00–12 noon   English Country Dance with Peg Hesley calling to Faire Winds

  10:30–12 noon   Musicians Masterclass by Playing with Fyre: bring your instrument or just listen

  1:30–5:00 PM     Frolic Contra #2 with Jacqui Grennan calling to Playing with Fyre (+ group photo)

  7:30–10:30 PM   Frolic Contra #3 with Jacqui Grennan calling to Playing with Fyre

Cost

Dancers above 25 years of age may register for all three contradances by paying $90, and adding English Country Dance will bring the total to just $100. Younger dancers can register for all dances and pay only $25, or $20 if you select contradances only.

Lodging

Chandler hotels offer some very competitive rates, along with budget options. Some housing with local dancers may be available. If you are a local dancer and are willing to host an out-of-town dancer or two, please let us know! Email phxtmd@gmail.com to request or offer housing.

Hotel List

Transportation

Visit the Phoenix Valley Metro website for more detailed information about bus and light rail options from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport. The dance hall is conveniently located near the Price Road AZ Loop 101 Highway, between Elliot and Warner Roads. We encourage dancers to post ride-sharing requests and offers on our FaceBook page: Contra Dance Phoenix.

Food

Snacks will be provided at each dance. The dance is a short drive from many amazing restaurants in Tempe, Chandler and Mesa. Click the button for a list of nearby restaurant options. You will find plenty of variety for vegans, vegetarians, and omnivores alike. Winter is the time for food in Phoenix! 

Restaurant list

Questions?

Email phxtmd@gmail.com for questions about the Frolics.

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