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Dane Dances
“25th Anniversary”
Every Friday in August
William T. Evjue Rooftop Gardens, Monona Terrace
5:30-9:30pm, Gates open at 4:30pm
No ticket required for admission
Family-friendly!
Dane Dances is a free, family-friendly event held every Friday evening in August on the beautiful Monona Terrace rooftop. The much-anticipated summer music series is a great way to get down and dance with your friends, family, or coworkers. Dane Dances promotes inclusivity with a fun night of music and dancing for all ages. Feel free to bring a blanket, chair, and picnic basket (sorry no carry in alcohol); seating on the rooftop is limited.
Lake Vista CafÊ will be open for your enjoyment along with La Taguara, and Melly Mells Catering . Food and cocktails are available for purchase at 4:30 PM. Sorry, carry in alcohol is prohibited. Visa and MasterCard accepted.
In the case of inclement weather, Monona Terrace will be the rain back-up.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 2
Family Dance – DJ Francis Medrano – FREE Dance Lessons 5:30 – 6:00 PM & 7:30 – 8:00 PM
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6:00-7:30 PM
MONTAGE
(Funk Band)
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8:00-9:30 PM
SLAVE
(Style of Band)
FRIDAY, AUGUST 9
Family Dance – DJ Francis Medrano – FREE Dance Lessons 5:30 – 6:00 PM & 7:30 – 8:00 PM
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6:00-7:30 PM
LUISITO ROSARIO
(Style of Band)
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8:00-9:30 PM
VO5
(Style of Band)
FRIDAY, AUGUST 16
Family Dance – DJ Francis Medrano – FREE Dance Lessons 5:30 – 6:00 PM & 7:30 – 8:00 PM
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6:00-7:30 PM
FUNKEE JBEEZ
(Funk Band)
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8:00-9:30 PM
ORQUESTA SALSOUL DEL MAD
(Style of Band)
FRIDAY, AUGUST 23
Family Dance – DJ Francis Medrano – FREE Dance Lessons 5:30 – 6:00 PM & 7:30 – 8:00 PM
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6:00-7:30 PM
GRUPO CANDELA
(Style of Band)
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8:00-9:30 PM
EDDIE BUTTS BAND
(Style of Band)
FRIDAY, AUGUST 30
Family Dance – DJ Francis Medrano – FREE Dance Lessons 5:30 – 6:00 PM & 7:30 – 8:00 PM
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6:00-7:30 PM
ANIBA & THE SOL STARZ
(Funk Band)
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8:00-9:30 PM
REBULĂ GROUP
(Style of Band)