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2025 Dane Dances!
“A Celebration of Cultures”

Dane Dances! brings the Madison community together every Friday in August on the Monona Terrace rooftop for free, family-friendly live music and dancing.

First band performs from 6:00-7:30 p.m. and second band from 8:00-9:30 p.m. with Family Dance Music from 5:30-6:00 p.m.
and 7:30-8:00 p.m. No tickets required. Rooftop gates open at 4:30 p.m. (Rooftop closed to the public between 3:00-4:30 p.m.).

Parking is $5.00 after 5 p.m. at Monona Terrace. Band lineups are subject to change without notice.

Dane Dances will follow the Dane County City of Madison Health Department and CDC Guidelines.

Free Family Dance Lessons with DJ Francis Medrano Every Week
5:30 - 6:00 PM & 7:30 - 8:00 PM

August
1st

NO TICKETS NEEDED OR REQUIRED
Rain back-up is at Monona Terrace

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August
8th

NO TICKETS NEEDED OR REQUIRED
Rain back-up is at Monona Terrace

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August
15th

NO TICKETS NEEDED OR REQUIRED
Rain back-up is at Monona Terrace

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August
22nd

NO TICKETS NEEDED OR REQUIRED
Rain back-up is at Monona Terrace

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August
29th

NO TICKETS NEEDED OR REQUIRED
Rain back-up is at Alliant Energy Center
FREE PARKING

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About Dane Dances! Inc.

Dane Dances! is a family-friendly event on the stunning Monona Terrace rooftop EVERY FRIDAY EVENING IN AUGUST. The much-anticipated summer music series is a great way to get down and dance with your friends, coworkers, or family.

The rooftop gets shaking as the sun sets against the iconic Wisconsin State Capitol with the breeze of the Lake Monona at your back while you dance. Feel free to bring a blanket, chair and picnic basket; seating on the rooftop is limited. Sorry, carry in alcohol is prohibited. Dane Dances! promotes inclusivity with a fun night of music and dancing to music and bands for all ages.

Food and cocktails are available for purchase at 5:00 p.m.

Food by: Kipps Kitchen, Lake Vista Cafe, La Taguara, and Melly Mells Catering

In the case of inclement weather, Rain backup iis indoors at Monona Terrace and Alliant Energy Center on August 29th.

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I love running into new and old friends and connecting on the dance floor where everyone is smiling. It is my favorite event in Madison.

-Karin C.

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It is a great venue with top notch entertainment; A place I can simply relax, unwind and listen to the music.

-Billy C.

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I love this event! Every Friday in August I enjoy watching people dance with great smiles on their faces, face painting for kids and the best part, it's free.

- Erika A.