We host a community-focused dance history festival each year; enthusiasts and professionals from across our community perform for each other’s pleasure. A list of our previous festivals can be found here.
The 42nd Early Dance Circle Festival
24 – 26 October 2025
Bury St Edmunds
FRIDAY
GUILDHALL
18:00 Reception opens
19:30 – 21:00 Dr Matthew Spring “Music and Dance in the Context of the 15th Century Tournament Culture” with drinks & a light supper.
SATURDAY
THE ATHENAEUM
9:00 Festival Reception opens for rehearsals.
13:00 – 17:00 Festival Performances
GUILDHALL
18:15 – 19:30 Dinner
20:00 – 22:15 Dancing with caller Colin Hume & Red Jelly band.
SUNDAY
11:00 – 12:30 Walking tour of Bury St Edmunds’ medieval streets.
More information and the booking form can be found HERE.
Update: Due to the high interest in the Festival this year, the performing part of the Festival was moved to the Athenaeum.