Folk Event Listings

Events listed on this page are not connected to or sponsored by the Baltimore Folk Music Society. These events are listed as a service to the Folk Music community. If you would like your Folk Music event listed on this page, please contact events@bfms.org and provide the details (Date, Artist, Venue, Website URL or other details) of your event.

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Listing by Date - next 30 days

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January 28 2025 - Folk Music
Shape Note Singing
The Four Hour Day Lutherie

Shape note singing is a social, community singing tradition. We sing from The Sacred Harp and The Shenandoah Harmony, music books printed with shaped note heads designed to teach vocal, sight singing. This music is characterized by open harmonies and a raw, powerful sound that is sung in unaccompanied, four-part harmony. All religious affiliations (and un-affiliations) are welcome. We sing for each other and the joy of singing. This is music for participation, rather than performance.https://fourhourday.org/events/

 
February 01 2025 - Concert
Sounds of Surprise
The Four Hour Day Lutherie

Sounds of Surprise is a mandolin & clarinet combination, playing swing, gypsy jazz, blues, Brazilian, Latin and more. Leo Hickman (mandolin) and Bob Jacobson (clarinet) will play both covers and originals. Rhonda Robinson (vocals, flute) and Damien Noble (piano) will present classic and Brazilian jazz. Rhonda and Damien (a Peabody grad) both lead larger ensembles with strong presences on the local music scene. https://fourhourday.org/events/

 
February 02 2025 - Dance
Waltzes at Glen Echo
Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo Park

Music by Sugar Beat. Lesson begins at 2:45 p.m. with a half-hour of beginner instruction and 15 minutes for an intermediate or advanced move. Dancing follows until 6 p.m. Dance to a lively mix of folk waltzes with a few other couples’ dances, including Tango, Hambo, Swing, and Polka. Admission is $15, $5 for full-time students with ID. No partner required. More info: www.WaltzTimeDances.org, info@WaltzTimeDances.org.

 
February 08 2025 - Dance
Bumper Car Square Dance
Glen Echo Park Bumper Car Pavilion

7:00pm ~ Lesson, 7:30pm - 10:30pm ~ Dance, Join us for square dancing in the Glen Echo Park Bumper Car Pavilion! After a lesson for all skill levels, dance caller Megan Downes will lead a rousing square dance along with live music by Furnace Mountain! Tickets: $15/adult, $5/teen, FREE for ages 12 and under. Cash, Check, and Credit Card accepted at the door. No partner or special attire required. Shoes with backs are recommended (no flip flops). 301-634-2222, info@glenechopark.org

 
February 08 2025 - Dance
Dover English Country Dancers
Ehinger Hall

6:30 pm Beginner Introduction / 7:00 pm Dance Commences. Newcomers are always welcome, and each dance is taught with a walk-through before it is danced. Dress is casual ("regular" clothes) except for special events (Spring and Holiday dances), when attendees may dress in formal/cocktail or 18th century attire. Annual membership for the 2025 season is $10. Membership admission for regular monthly dances is $7. Admission payable in cash or by check. No electronic payments are able to be processed on site. Ehinger Hall (#14 Kings Highway). Best parking will likely be found on Kent Avenue. http://www.doverdancers.org/

 
February 14 2025 to February 17 2025 - Dance
SkiDance 2025
Western Pennsylvania

SkiDance is a volunteer-led activity sponsored by Sierra Club Potomac Region Outings (SCPRO). After almost 40 years, the organizers have decided to make this
our last event, so if you’ve ever thought about joining us or haven’t been in a few years, make it a reunion and come help make it our best! Evening folk dances led by our high energy caller, Janine Smith, accompanied by Dave Wiesler and friends. Reconnect with old friends and make new ones. For more information and to register, see our website: www.skidance.org, Jody Blatt (jodyblatt@hotmail.com) or Bob Mathis (rjmathis62@gmail.com).

 
February 15 2025 - Concert
Crys Matthews
The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Sterling

7.30pm at The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Sterling; 22135 Davis Dr Suite 104, Sterling, VA 20164 || adv tickets $25, day-of $30 (members $25 at the door) | webstream $15. Info and tickets at https://focusmusic.org/shows#sat-2-15-crys-matthews-sterling-and-virtual

 
February 15 2025 - Dance
Annapolis English Country Dance
LONDON TOWN AND GARDENS

7-9:30 PM (Intro Lesson: 6:30 PM). IMPORTANT NOTE: VENUE CHANGE TO HISTORIC LONDON TOWN AND GARDENS IN EDGEWATER, MARYLAND. 839 Londontown Road; Edgewater, Maryland 21037 https://www.historiclondontown.org/visit. For this dance there is no fee to enter the property; dance pricing is as usual per below. Venue change and on-line pre-registration are for this dance ONLY. Extend your Valentine’s Day as you dance in this beautiful space… Ann Fallon calls to the music of Becky Ross (violin), Janina O'Brien (piano) and Colleen Read (flute). For this dance only, pre-registration is recommended at https://historiclondontown.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/historiclondontown/eventRegistration.jsp?event=2435&, though payment will be accepted at the door. Please email aefallon@verizon.net to let us know if you can help with pre-dance setup and/or post-dance hall restoration. Such help is much appreciated! Face masks are optional. Please bring own water bottle. Snacks to share are welcome if you bring napkins+appropriate paper goods+utensils and plan to clean up after snack time. No experience or partner required. $15; students-$5; children through 5 years old-free. Per above, the dance will NOT be held at the Annapolis Friends Meeting Hall. Info: Ann Fallon, 410-507-0934, aefallon@verizon.net or Jan Scopel, 443-540-0867, janscope@hotmail.com. facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057517095183

 
February 15 2025 - Dance
Baltimore Square Dance
Mobtown Ballroom

Doors at 6:30pm. Square Dance from 7:30-10:30pm. Mobtown Ballroom, 30 W North Ave.
Live Old-Time Music from The Hazel Nuts (Philly) and Dance Calling from Elizabeth LaPrelle. All dances will be taught and called gender-free. Beginners are welcome!
Cost: $15 advanced, $20 at the door, kids 12 & under FREE

 
February 16 2025 - Concert
Gathering Time : Great Love Songs of the '60s & '70s
The Gaithersburg Arts Barn

7pm at the Arts Barn; 311 Kent Square Road Gaithersburg, MD 20878-5727 || adv tickets $25 | webstream $15. Info and tickets at https://focusmusic.org/shows#sun-2-16-gathering-time-great-love-songs-of-the-60s-70s

 
February 16 2025 - Dance
Waltzes at Glen Echo
Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo Park

Music by Some Assembly. Lesson begins at 2:45 p.m. with a half-hour of beginner instruction and 15 minutes for an intermediate or advanced move. Dancing follows until 6 p.m. Dance to a lively mix of folk waltzes with a few other couples’ dances, including Tango, Hambo, Swing, and Polka. Admission is $15, $5 for full-time students with ID. No partner required. More info: www.WaltzTimeDances.org, info@WaltzTimeDances.org.

 
February 20 2025 - Concert
ANNE HILLS AND JAY ANSILL
Temple Isaiah

Showtime 7:30pm ~ Doors open at 7:00pm, $30 ~ Children 10 & under: $13
Service fee: $4.30 for credit/debit card purchases. Cash & checks with no fee at the door. Temple Isaiah, 12200 Scaggsville Road, Fulton, MD 20759 https://uptownconcerts.com/shows/

 
February 22 2025 - Concert
Lynn Hollyfield
Island Pride Oasis

7.30pm at Island Pride Oasis; 617 S Frederick Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20879 | | adv tickets $25, day-of $30 (members $25 at the door) | webstream $15. Info and tickets at https://focusmusic.org/shows#sat-2-22-lynn-hollyfield-gaithersburg-and-virtual

 
February 22 2025 - Dance
1825 Fasching Ball
First English Lutheran Church

7 - 10pm EST. Doors at 6:30pm. First English Lutheran Church in Baltimore at the corner of Charles St. and 39th St. Susan Taylor will be the caller. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1825-fasching-ball-tickets-1041513323387?aff=odsjfcfb&utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-source=fb&utm-term=checkoutwidget&fbclid=IwY2xjawF3QhNleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHS7PUkvzoapTZkc9nmRnwA70AbYkWEkMfn0X_Qa_zaLb5T7CBjtcKG-Oww_aem_EIvhqqbwM1rmUf95-4b0DQ

 
February 23 2025 - Dance
Dancing Planet Sunday afternoon Contra Dance
Bumper Car Pavilion at Glen Echo Park

3:00-6:00 pm, Introductory session 2:30 pm. Contras & Squares in the Bumper Car Pavilion at Glen Echo Park, MD. Shake up your DNA with GMO dance tunes played by Triple Helix: Alex Mitchell (fiddle/mandolin/tenor banjo), Colleen Reed (flute/saxophone/percussion), and Keith Gillis (guitar). Caroline Barnes calls some zippy, inGENEious dances! $15 cash or Venmo $17 (includes fee) at the door, sorry no cards. The Bumper Car Pavilion is a wonderful covered open-air space with a nice wooden floor. Heavy plastic side curtains and overhead radiant heaters keep us toasty warm throughout the winter months, no matter the weather. For more info: https://dancingplanetproductions.com/contra/

 
February 24 2025 - Concert
Ayreheart and ilyAIMY
Saint Mark Presbyterian Church

7:30pm. Saint Mark Presbyterian Church | 10701 Old Georgetown Road, Rockville, MD Tickets are $20 adv (+$2 box office fee) / $25 door. Info and tickets at https://imtfolk.org/2-24-ayreheart-and-ilyaimy