The 71st National Square Dance Convention is hosting a square dance demonstration at 3 PM on April 16, 2022, at the DoubleTree Hotel in Evansville. 

The demonstration will take place in the Crescent Room and last approximately 30 minutes. The event is open to the media and will be an informative presentation showing how square dancing is performed. John and Carolyn Cook, General Chairmen for the 2022 Convention, will be available for interviews as will other demonstration dancers. 

This event will serve as a fun and interactive preview for the upcoming annual convention, scheduled for June 22-25, 2022, at the Old National Events Plaza and DoubleTree Hotel. The 71st National Square Dance Convention® is expected to draw more than 2,000 visitors to Evansville and generate over $1 million in economic impact. 

The public is invited to attend signature convention events this year, including:

Outdoor Square Dance Demonstration - Wednesday, June 22 at 12 PM at Market on Main, 601 Main Street

Fun Square Dance (Public Participation Encouraged) - June 25 from 3 PM - 4 PM at the Old National Events Plaza 

Square Dance Demonstration Saturday, June 25 at the  Old National Events Plaza

Media is welcome to attend any demonstration, dance, or event throughout the convention. A full schedule can be found at www.71nsdc.org. Organizers ask that the media please contact those listed above to coordinate access.  

What: Square Dance Demonstration 

When: Saturday, April 16, 2022, at 3 PM 

Where: DoubleTree Hotel, Crescent Room, 601 Walnut Street, Evansville