Modern square dancing in Rochester, NH

Find your rhythm.Meet your neighbors.Make new friends.Have a genuinely good time.

Happy Time Squares brings people together through modern square dancing. Join us in Rochester for friendly faces, familiar calls, and a genuinely good time.

Adults enjoying a lively square dance in a wooden dance hall
Saturday, Nov. 14 · 5–8 PMMainstream & Plus · $10 per dancerDarrell Sprague callingDance details & flyer below ↓

Hear from the dancers

Discover square dancing.

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Back to dancing in Rochester

Gather around & dance.

We’re hosting again! Join Happy Time Squares for our first club dance in several years. Reconnect with old friends, meet new ones, and enjoy an evening on the dance floor.

Date
Time
5–8 PM
Admission
$10 per dancer

Location: James W. Foley Memorial Center - Community Room, 150 Wakefield St., Rochester, NH
Caller: Darrell Sprague

For Mainstream and Plus dancers

Dance with us. Give back with us.
Bring nonperishable food items for our collection supporting Gerry’s Food Pantry at the community center. Your donations will help neighbors in our community.

What to expect

A welcoming place to move, connect, and laugh.

Modern square dancing is about moving together, making connections, and enjoying the music.

Move together

Follow the caller, work together with your square, and enjoy the patterns as the dance unfolds.

Singles and couples welcome

People of all ages are invited. Come on your own or bring someone with you.

Keep it comfortable

Dress is casual. Comfortable shoes and a willingness to try something new are the important parts.

Plan ahead

Find your next dance night.

See upcoming club dances and the weekly class schedule, all in one place.

Square dancers moving through a lively friendship dance