Belfast Flying Shoes

Building community and cultivating well-being through the joy of traditional music and dance for people of all backgrounds & identities in Midcoast Maine.

Our Next Few Programs

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Flying Shoes Radio Hour

January 16

Winter Wonderland Dance in Rockport

January 16 @ 6:30 pm

Balfolk with Eloise & Co

January 17 @ 7:30 pm

Flying Shoes Radio Hour

January 23

English Country Dance January 2026

January 25 @ 3:00 pm

BFS calendar listings 2005-2024 are archived!

Blog

Support BFS: Donate to the Appeal

October 28, 2025

For 20 years, Flying Shoes programs have benefitted our region in myriad ways As a public-benefit nonprofit, BFS is funded through the generosity of its supporters, including grantors, sponsors, and […]
Changes Afoot for Flying Shoes

June 9, 2025

Wow, it’s been way too long since we posted on our blog. And a LOT has been happening for BFS! Programs proceed apace, the 2024 Annual Report just came back […]
BFS By the Numbers 2024

January 14, 2025

Programs

First Friday Dance

Monthly series begins with a Community Dance featuring music by the BFS All Comers Band, followed by a Contra Dance featuring various musicians and callers.

All About First Fridays »

School Residencies

Participatory music and dance programs to build community among students, staff, and families in local preK-12 schools.

School Residency Info »

Flying Shoes Radio Hour

Highlighting contra dance music, musicians, and dancers. Weekly show on WBFY-LP Belfast Community Radio, plus a Podcast (conversation and tunes with contra musicians)

Radio Hour Info »