Dandelion Romp 2026

The Dandelion Romp is Oberlin's annual contra dance and folk music festival, featuring dance sessions, workshops, and concerts.

Registration is now open. Online registration closes Friday, April 10th.

If you would like to volunteer, email contra@oberlin.edu with your name, whether you have volunteered before, and your availability.

Dates & performers now announced!

April 17 – 19, 2026

Hales Gymnasium, Oberlin College, Ohio

Bands:

Dam Beavers (Ben Schreiber, Scotty Leach, Ness Smith-Savedoff)

Countercurrent (Alex Sturbaum & Brian Lindsay)

Callers:

Will Mentor

River Abel