Midwest Country Dance Party

03/29/2026

🚨 LAST CHANCE! 🚨

Tomorrow, March 29th, is the FINAL day to lock in the group rate for the Dance With Janet Cruise to Alaska! 🛳️❄️

If you’ve been thinking about joining us, this is your moment! Imagine dancing with friends, breathtaking Alaskan scenery, unforgettable memories, and an experience you’ll talk about for years. 💃🕺🏔️

After tomorrow, the special group pricing goes away — so don’t miss your chance to save and be part of this incredible adventure with our dance family.

✨ Secure your spot now and come dance with us in Alaska! Register at

Monday, July 27th – Day 1 – Seattle, Washington – Depart at 4:00 pm Tuesday, July 28th – Day 2 – At Sea Wednesday, July 29th – Day 3 – Sitka, Alaska (9:30 am – 5:00 pm) Thursday, July 30th – Day 4 – Skagway, Alaska (7:00 am – 8:00 pm) Friday, July 31st – Day 5 – Endicott Ar...

06/02/2025

Lynn's last class today!

My last class today at MCDP '25. Intermediate 'She Can Dance' by Joshua Talbot (AUS). So much fun !!! Thanks to the die hard dancers who stuck around on Sunday for the 2nd teach. Sad to say goodbye to my Chicago dance family but back to mom duty. Midwest Country Dance Party

06/01/2025

3 guesses as to who this is:

05/30/2025

Lynn taught a cute Beginner dance, THE RAIN IS GONE - love this version of the song!

05/30/2025

Lynn taught this cute little beginner dance, DOLLY WOULD, today at MCDP

05/30/2025

The Intermediate Double Two lesson from Kat Warner & Eli Wilson today

05/30/2025

Rachel Mercedes Neiswender taught THE VIBE this morning

05/29/2025

🎉 Midwest Country Dance Party Kicks Off TONIGHT at 7PM! 🎶

Dust off those boots and grab your friends—the biggest country dance event of the year starts TONIGHT at the Holiday Inn Chicago-Crystal Lake! 🤠💃

Join us for a weekend packed with:
🎵 Non-stop dancing
🕺 Workshops with top instructors
🤩 Socials, showcases & surprises
🌟 Great vibes and even better company!

Whether you're in for the whole weekend (May 29–June 1), just a day, or a single evening—you won't want to miss this party!

📍 Info: midwestcountrydanceparty.com
🎟️ Pay at the door

Let’s make it a weekend to remember—see you on the dance floor! 💥🪩

05/27/2025

WOW, the Midwest Country Dance Party of 2025 has finally arrived! I look forward to seeing you all again and meeting some of you for the first time. We have a stellar line up for you! I admit my attention has been a bit divided with the acquisition of Dance Shoes of Tennessee, so I haven't been communicating as well as I should have been. Thus, I thought I'd provide a last-minute summary of the weekend's happenings to whet your appetite!

-Walk-ins for the day, evening, or weekend are WELCOME!!

-Save time checking in at the event by registering online at http://www.midwestcountrydanceparty.com BY TUESDAY MIDNIGHT. Online Registration will then be closed, but you CAN register at the event itself!

-We kick off with open dancing led by DJ Dave on Thursday evening from 7 pm - midnight! Registration opens at 5:30. If you're checking into the hotel on Thursday, you'll have plenty to do before Dave begins, as our vendors will be set up for you:
--doTERRA OILS by Charisse
--WONDERTHUMBS MASSAGE by Melissa
--PAPARAZZI ACCESSORIES by Gabby
--DANCE SHOES OF TENNESSEE by Janet, Courtney, Jeff, Denny, & John
--Midwest Country Dance Party SHIRTS by Autumn
--COLOR STREET NAILS by Lisa (Saturday)

-The main Line Dance room will have an additional floor in it on Friday & Saturday evenings for dancing couples, lines, whatever!

-Friday & Saturday evening dances feature a secondary dance room next door for requests & reviews, hosted by DJ Jeff (The Wasband) from 7 pm - midnight!

-Friday & Saturday mornings begin with YOGA by Pam from 8:30 - 9:30 and then lessons start at 10 am with our fabulous instructors:
--RACHEL MERCEDES & ERIC NAVA from IL (couples)
--SOPHY KDEP & JASON MIKLIC from KY (couples)
--KAT WARNER & ELI WILSON from IN (couples)
--LYNN CARD from MN (lines)
--GAIL DAWSON from TN (lines)
--JANET KRUSE from IL (lines)

-Private lessons are available - just grab your favorite instructor & ask!

-Lunch & Dinner are on your own, but the Holiday Inn has a restaurant on site and they've assured me they're ready for us. TONS of restaurants are nearby, and we've allocated 1-2 hours for meal breaks to give you plenty of time to eat!

-Each line dance lesson will be taught twice, so you can remember it more easily!

-Don't miss our Saturday evening show from 8 - 8:30 pm, with featured dances by all our instructors - they are INCREDIBLE!!

-Learn all day - dance all night - shop all weekend - party with your friends and meet new ones!!!

Can't wait to see you Thursday! I'll teach Tuesday morning's beginner class, and that's about it!

Janet
[email protected]
630.492.0401

05/16/2025

🎉 Get ready, country dance fans! 🎉

You won’t want to miss the MIDWEST COUNTRY DANCE PARTY — kicking off in just 2 weeks! 🕺💃

Whether you're a seasoned pro or just love a good time, this is the party of the season. Grab your boots, round up your friends, and let's dance!

✅ Still time to register online: midwestcountrydanceparty.com
💵 Or just pay at the door!

Tag your dance friends and make sure you're there! 🤠🔥