Next Family Dance
Family Bush Dance
Updated ticket prices for 2026.
Melbourne's Favourite Bush Band. Formed in 1978, the Brumbies have performed for generations of Melbourne's folkies and bush dancers. With a vast repertoire of dances, and one of the best dance callers in Australia, the Brumbies entertain dancers of all ages, from kinder to pensioners, and from experts to beginners. Our songs are mainly traditional Australian, but include some more modern and some international items.
The VFMC has a family bush dance, normally on the first Saturday of each month (excluding January). Dances are called so these events are suitable for all ages. A different band is featured each month and everyone is welcome. This year, the April dance falls on Easter Saturday. It will form the centre piece of the Port Philip Dance Festival.
Ringwood East Senior Citizens Hall
Melway ref. 50B8
Light supper provided. A plate to share would be appreciated.
No alcohol please.
Next Children's Dance
We regret that the Children's Dances are currently suspended. The VFMC is committed to encouraging the next generations of folkies to participate in all aspects of 'folk' but at this time, lack of participation makes it impossible to run these introductory dances for young people.
The start time for our monthly Family Bush Dances has been brought forward by 30 minutes in an effort to make the events more family friendly. Please come along and bring your young people.
Next Dance
Port Philip Dance Festival 2026
Following the success of the one day, 2025 festival, the 2026 Port Phillip Dance Festival will be held over five days commencing Thursday evening, 2nd April and ending around 5.00pm Monday 6th April.
The festival will include 7 dances, 6 live bands and 2 dance workshops. Select a programme item for full details:
Ringwood East Senior Citizens Hall
Melway ref. 50B8
Refreshments - tea and coffee at breaks BYO food or use local cafes.