Organizations & Studios
Applause Dance Factory
Everyone, from just-curious to beginner to advanced, is welcome at our Friday night dance parties. BYOB if you wish, and settle in for wonderful dancing in an intimate setting.
Magnolia Ballroom Dancers’ Association
An all-volunteer, non-profit organization of ballroom dancers, Magnolia has been holding a monthly dance for members and guests alike for over three decades. Check the schedule for lessons and performances.Mississippi Dance Foundation
A charitable non-profit promoting the art of ballroom dance, Mississippi Dance Foundation hosts a monthly dance on a large dance floor. Enjoy the free lesson beforehand and an excellent selection of music.MCWDA
The Mississippi Country Western Dancers’ Association hosts a monthly dance with many popular line dances as well as country western, swing and other partner dancing.
USA Dance Hattiesburg-Laurel
A short drive to another monthly dance! Ballroom dancers enjoy the beautiful venue and spacious floor down in Hattiesburg.Workshops
AllStar Dance Camp
Once a year, dancers from all over Mississippi and other states converge on Philadelphia for social dancing and several days of workshops with top-notch instructors, including Jim and Jenell Maranto.The Big Dance
Local instructors Mike Spencer and Trish Drake host an annual weekend workshop series and with evening social dances down on the coast.
