August 7 - 10, 2025Dance ActivitiesDance traditions are an important part of old-time and related styles of traditional music. The Minnesota Bluegrass August Festival has been offering a rich variety of social dance programming throughout its history. Dance activities take place at the Dance Tent, located just outside the mainstage area. Typical activities include community style square dancing with live music and callers, country two-step dancing, clogging/flatfooting, Cajun two-step and waltz dancing, and sometimes other styles such as polka, schottisches, or waltzes. Dance Schedule 2024Friday, August 9, 2024TBA Saturday, August 10, 2024TBA Sunday, August 11, 202410:00 AM: Dance Floor Pack Up Party - a dozen volunteers needed to come take the dance floor apart and store it for next year. Bring a drill and star bit if you have one! | Quick LinksGet PassesPasses to August Fest are sold through Etix. Visit the MBOTMA Store. For Complete Details on Pricing and Camping Options, Vendor RegistrationVendors May Now Sign Up for August Fest 2025 |
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