Pavillion Dance Series: Country Swing w/ Highway 82

The Almont Pavillion Dance Series brings the Gunnison Valley together for an unforgettable summer tradition of live music and social dancing in the historic Almont Pavillion.

Built in 1921, the century-old maple dance floor has hosted generations of dancers and musicians, and today continues that legacy with weekly Wednesday evening events featuring dance lessons followed by live performances from some of Colorado’s finest folk, country, bluegrass, swing, and traditional dance bands.

Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or stepping onto the floor for the first time, the welcoming atmosphere makes it easy to learn, connect with friends, and enjoy a classic Colorado summer evening.

Dance lessons by Michaela and Michael Steed.

A catered style dinner buffet will be offered in the outdoor covered area behind the Pavillion from 5:30 – 7:30. Dancers can go through the buffet line that will include two types of smoked meat and a vegetarian option for sandwiches, a salad, two sides (beans/slaw/potato salad/etc.), a desert (cookie or brownie), and lemonade/water. Payment by card will be collected in the covered area. No more order and wait at the restaurant!

The Music: Highway 82
Haggard, Waylon, Dwight. A rich voice, the twang of electric guitar and steel, a rolicking piano and pulse of bass and drums. Old songs, favorite songs, new songs. Played for the love of it all. The Highway 82 Band formed in 2018 with the band members Jeff Pogliano, vocals and acoustic guitar; Jesse Graber, bass and vocals; Dan Rosenthal, drums and vocals; Eric Gross, keyboards and vocals; and Carly Rose, vocals and flute.

Highway 82 plays a blend of Classic Country, Country Rock and originals with fiery interplay between electric guitar and keyboards.