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Family Bush Dance Page

The VFMC inc. holds a family bush dance on the first Saturday of each month (except in January). Each month features live music from one of our favourite bush bands.

Family Bush Dance 4th April 2026 7.30pm until 10.30pm

Updated ticket prices for 2026.

Admission: cash or card at the door
or advance purchase
Members $12
Non-members $15
Accompanied children free

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.

Dances will be chosen from this list:

Old Valeta Waltz
Leaving Wantage
Jacaranda
Cypress Mixer
5 Gold Rings
9 Wombats
Clarence the Lion
Man With A Wooden Leg
Virginia Reel
St. Bernards
Chain Double Quadrille
Cheeky 3's
Lancers figures 1 & 2
Canadian Barn Dance
Thady U Gander
Blaydon Races
Any Reel Will Do
Sheep Hill
Evening 3 Step
Easter Fashion Parade

Ringwood East Senior Citizens Hall

6 Laurence Grove
Ringwood East
Vic
3135

Parking: There is a car park at the side of the hall, and further parking in adjacent Knaith Road Park.

Melway ref. 50B8

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Light supper provided. A plate to share would be appreciated.
No alcohol please.


Featuring:

Brumbies bush band

Brumbies bush band

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.

Information for Prospective Bands

Several bush bands perform at our monthly dances. We welcome additional bands to join us. Towards the end of each year, our dance convenor organises a schedule for the next year in consultation with the bands.

If your band is interested in joining us, please contact the dance convenor for details.

Corona Virus Arrangements

We thank every dancer who has joined us via Zoom to dance solo or with just their partner over the last couple of years. We have all made new friends around the world, and we value that experience.

We ask our dancers:

Future VFMC Family Bush Dances

Forthcoming family dances:Select Performer name to view details of the event and performers:

Brumbies bush bandFamily Bush Dance4th April 2026 7:30pm
The Billabong BandFamily Bush Dance2nd May 2026 7:30pm
Delia's FriendsFamily Bush Dance6th June 2026 7:30pm
Jolly JumbucksFamily Bush Dance4th July 2026 7:30pm
Melbourne Colonial BandFamily Bush Dance1st August 2026 7:30pm
Blackberry JamFamily Bush Dance5th September 2026 7:30pm
Borderline KayleeFamily Bush Dance3rd October 2026 7:30pm
ComhaltasFamily Bush Dance7th November 2026 7:30pm
The Billabong BandFamily Bush Dance5th December 2026 7:30pm
Borderline KayleeFamily Bush Dance6th January 2027 7:30pm

Index of family dances from previous years

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Last modified: January 09 2024 09:55.