Usually 3rd Sunday, September thru June
Band: Flying Turtles
O´Leno State Park — Highland Springs, FL
Dance 2:00-5:00pm
Family fun for all ages! Dance contra, circles and squares to live music hosted by the Flying Turtles String Band.
These are the dances that were the rage in the mid 1800s when the town of Leno thrived!
First time dancers are welcome; a caller will walk you through each of the dances.
The dance will be held in the 1930s Recreation Hall located on the banks of the Santa Fe River.
Fees: Regular park admission plus $5.00 per adult / $3.00 per child 12 - 18 years old and students.
Children under 12 are free.
Directions:
Exit I-75 at US 441;
O'Leno State Park is located on US 441, six miles north of High Springs
Info: Park Office 386-454-1853 -
Interactive Map
O´Leno State Park Website
Flying Turtles String Band
Special Events
Florida Contra Schedule
Please do not use perfume or other heavy fragrances before dancing. Living Fragrance Free contains tips for avoiding objectional fragrances.
All You Need to Know About Relationships can be Learned in a Dance Class.
