Square & round dance festival

Knothead
Jamboree2027

Having fun
one square at a time.

A weekend to reconnect, share the floor, and make a few more memories. Come dance with us this Labor Day weekend.

September 3–6, 2027Friday through Labor Day Monday

Explore the weekend
Dancers turning together in front of the lodge fireplace
From the Knothead photo album
Save the datesSeptember 3–6, 2027Friday through Labor Day Monday
Back at the microphoneAndy AllemaoMeet your caller
A tradition worth sharingSince 1957Squares, rounds & good company

A familiar voice, a fresh weekend

Look who’s back.

Andy AllemaoYour 2027 caller
Confirmed for 2027

Andy Allemao

Andy is returning to Knothead Jamboree! Based in the San Diego area, he calls and teaches square dancing and takes the microphone at festivals and dance weekends across the country.

He began calling after attending caller school in 2003 and is a staff caller with Blue Star Records. His approach puts smooth dancing, good company, and a shared laugh at the heart of the evening.

Get to know Andy

Make a weekend of it

Four days.
One dance community.

From the first hello on Friday to the last tip on Monday, Knothead is about the people you meet and the memories you take home.

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Squares, rounds, and time together.

The photo album tells the story: shared floors, familiar faces, and plenty of reasons to come back. We’re putting together the next chapter.

Program coming soon

The 2027 session times, workshops, dance levels, and round dance phases will be posted here when confirmed.

Something to look forward to

Save the weekend.
We’ll save you a dance.

Put September 3–6, 2027 on your calendar. We’ll share everything you need to register right here as the plans come together.

Registration coming soon

Keep an eye on this space.

Registration prices
Coming soon
Registration opening & deadlines
Coming soon
How to register
Coming soon

No registrations are being taken through this page yet.

The Union Pacific Dining Lodge with a Knothead Jamboree banner, photographed at a previous eventFrom a previous Jamboree in West Yellowstone

Plan your visit

The dancing is a date.
The details are coming.

Our past weekends have brought dancers together in West Yellowstone, Montana. The 2027 venue and lodging arrangements are still being finalized.

Venue & directionsComing soon
Lodging informationComing soon

Please wait for the confirmed 2027 venue and lodging details before booking your stay for the event.

New to the Jamboree?

You’re in
good company.

Whether you know every face or are joining us for the first time, here’s a little context for your weekend.

What kind of event is Knothead Jamboree?

Knothead is a square and round dance festival with a tradition dating to 1957. Dancing, learning, and spending time with the dance community have been at the heart of past weekends.

When is the 2027 Jamboree?

Friday, September 3 through Monday, September 6, 2027. The weekend ends on Labor Day. Specific session times will be announced in the program.

What dance levels will be offered?

The 2027 square dance levels, round dance phases, and workshop program are still being planned. We’ll post those details here when they’re confirmed.

Where can I find registration and travel details?

Check the Registration and Travel sections of this page. Prices, registration instructions, venue, and lodging information will be added as plans are confirmed.