the Dancing Bears
907-566-2327
Contra Dancing in Anchorage, Alaska
Dancing Bears
is a nonprofit, member run, participant oriented, dance organization located in Anchorage, Alaska.
Contra Dancing is our most popular activity, featuring live traditional music performed by local bands. Contra Dancing is an energetic enjoyable activity that promotes healthy life stlye, and provides an excellent opportunity to socialize and meet new friends. We dabble in some square dances too.
Because most of our activities are organized and staffed by enthusiastic volunteers, we do our best to keep event costs down.
Explore this website to learn more about Dancing Bears, our organization, and the activities we sponsor.
Plan to attend an event soon and join in the fun!
Plus -- We offer spectacular discount admission prices to first time dancers, and to Students.
Our events are Special
Attend a dance and See Why!
Welcome
Events
Stay Connnected
Most Contra Dances are held at Wendler Middle School or Romig MS Friday at 7:30.
This year, Winter Wonderland Ball will be at 49th State Brewery, Saturday, Dec 29! This event provides a chance to enjoy swing, waltz, cha cha and other dance styles with music provided by Silvertrain!
The foremost event of the year, is Dance Camp, held each Memorial Day weekend, at Kings Lake near Wasilla.
See our events & calendar page.
The Bear Phone 907-566-2327 (BEAR) also provides the latest information on events and sometimes location changes.
Get the latest announcements!
Delivered to your Email.
Kind of like square dancing in a line. But we don't require you to attend lessons or wear special costumes. You can learn just by coming to your first dance, but come early. The first dances of the evening are the easiest!
Did You Know?
It's True! I Read It on the Internet!
Please read Listserver Policy on the Policies page.
Dec 7, FREE Social Dance at IBEW Hall, 3333 Denali
Dec 28 Friday
Contra at Carpenters Hall
Dec 29 Saturday
Winter Wonderland Ball at
49th State Brewing
ANNOUNCING THE FALL SCHEDULE!!!
