Dane Dances
One of Madison's trademark summer events! Dane Dances! is one of Madisonโs most popular summertime events.
Our music concert series facilitates the breaking down of barriers that separate people in the Dane County community. Our events feature extraordinary music, outstanding food, and an energetic crowd of people of different backgrounds coming together to enjoy diversity in beautiful downtown Madison. In order to keep these events FREE, we need your help, please consider donating to Dane Dances!
08/29/2025
๐ฃ๐ฃ๐ฃDane Dances! will be held INDOORS at The Monona Terrace Tonight!!!๐ฃ๐ฃ๐ฃ
Help spread the word, and we will see you tonight! Doors open at 4:30PM!!
๐ 5:30 PM โ DJ kicks things off (Rooftop gates open at 4:30PM)
๐ค Live bands to follow (6โ7:30 V-Funk & 8โ9:30 Montage)
๐ฝ๏ธ Food & drinks available on-site
๐๏ธ FREE and open to all!
08/29/2025
๐๐ Itโs the Final Night of Dane Dances! 2025! ๐บ๐ถ
What an incredible season itโs been โ and weโre closing it out with one last unforgettable evening of music, dancing, and community vibes on the rooftop of Monona Terrace!
๐๏ธ Tonightโs the Grand Finale!
๐ Monona Terrace Rooftop
๐ 5:30 PM โ DJ kicks things off (Rooftop gates open at 4:30PM)
๐ค Live bands to follow (6โ7:30 V-Funk & 8โ9:30 Montage)
๐ฝ๏ธ Food & drinks available on-site
๐๏ธ FREE and open to all!
Letโs celebrate the unity, joy, and rhythm that brought us together all season. Bring your friends, family, and best dance moves โ one last time under the stars!
๐ THANK YOU for dancing with us, Madison!
Stay tuned here for any weather updates. Rain back-up is at Indoors at Monona Terrace
08/28/2025
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We appreciate your support and feedback! & DON'T FORGET, this Friday is your last chance to get down with Dane Dances this year! Join us on the rooftop starting at 4:30pm!
08/27/2025
๐ THANK YOU, Volunteers! ๐
A massive round of applause to all the amazing volunteers who helped make Dane Dances! 2025 such a vibrant celebration of culture, community, and dance. Your energy, dedication, and smiles fueled every beat and moved every step. You are the heart and soul of this eventโthank you for keeping the rooftop magic alive all August long!
08/25/2025
LAST CHANCE TO GET UP AND DANCE!
Join us this Friday August 29 on the Monona Terrace Rooftop for Dane Dances! for the FINAL TIME in 2025!
Featuring:
6-7:30: V-Funk
8-9:30: Montage
No Tickets Needed Or Required
Rain back-up is indoors at Monona Terrace stay turned to this page for weather related updates.
08/22/2025
๐๐ Itโs Friday Nightโฆ Letโs Dance, Madison! ๐บ๐ถ
Dane Dances! keeps the summer groove going strong with Week 4 of music, movement, and community vibes on the stunning Monona Terrace rooftop!
๐๏ธ Tonight โ Friday, August 22
๐ Monona Terrace Rooftop
๐ 5:30 PM โ DJ starts the party
๐ค Live bands take the stage (6-7:30 La Obra & 8-9:30 S.O.S. Motown R***e)
๐ Food & drinks available on-site
๐๏ธ Free and open to EVERYONE!
Grab your friends, your family, and your best dance shoes โ and come be part of a Madison tradition that brings people together through the power of rhythm, culture, and connection.
Letโs keep dancing toward unity โ weโll see you on the rooftop!
๐ฃ Stay tuned to this page for weather updates. In case of rain, weโll move the party indoors at Monona Terrace.
08/21/2025
๐ Shoutout to Our Valued Sponsors! ๐
Dane Dances! sends a big THANK YOU to these incredible partners who help bring the beats, the energy, and the community vibes to life every Friday night!
๐ Tamara D. Grigsby
๐ MacaroniKID
๐ Urban League of Greater Madison
๐ Isthmus
๐ OMOJA
๐ WORT 89.9FM
๐ Zimbrick European
Your support helps make Dane Dances! a space where everyone feels welcome to move, connect, and celebrate the rich diversity of Madison. ๐ถ๐บ๐
Weโre so grateful for your investment in unity, joy, and cultural celebration. Letโs keep dancing together under the summer sky! โค๏ธ
08/20/2025
Hey Madison friends!
There are a few spots left to Volunteer with Dane Dances! We could use just a few more friendly faces to help with the last two Fridays of the 2025 series: August 22 and August 29. If you are interested helping out sign up here: https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/33985924066/false #/invitation
08/20/2025
We would like to Thank our food vendors, Lake Vista Cafรฉ, La Taguara, Melly Mells Catering, and Kipps Kitchen!
Your delicious food and friendly service has made every Friday at Dane Dances even more enjoyable. You bring tastes that unite and delight our diverse communityโfueling the dancing, the joy, and the memories we make together. We couldnโt do it without you!
08/19/2025
โจ Thank You TruStage! โจ
We are proud to recognize TruStage as a Platinum Sponsor of Dane Dances 2025!
Their generous support helps us continue our mission of bringing people together through music, dance, and community on the beautiful rooftop of Monona Terrace. ๐๐ฝ๐บ๐ฝ
Thank you, TruStage, for investing in unity, diversity, and joy in Madison. Because of you, the dance floor stays open to allโand the spirit of community shines even brighter. โค๏ธ
Letโs dance together for a stronger, more connected Madison!
08/18/2025
Join us this Friday August 22 on the Monona Terrace Rooftop for Dane Dances! 2025!
Featuring:
6-7:30: La Obra
8-9:30: S.O.S. Motown R***e
Just 2 more Fridays on the 2025 Dane Dances! schedule! See you there!
No Tickets Needed Or Required
Rain back-up is indoors at Monona Terrace, stay turned to this page for weather related updates.
08/15/2025
ATTN: Dane Dances is moving INSIDE at Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center tonight! Come join the fun!
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Monona Terrace Rooftop
Madison, WI
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| 5:30pm - 10pm |