October is shaping up to be an incredible month for our McGovern Irish Dance community! Whether you’re an experienced dancer, a parent looking for fun activities for your child, or someone ready to try Irish dance for the first time, we’ve got something for everyone. Check out what’s happening this month across all our studios:

🎉 Free Trial Classes – Come Dance with Us!

This October, we’re offering FREE trial classes at multiple studio locations! If you’ve ever been curious about Irish dance, now’s the perfect time to give it a try. Our trial classes are open to all experience levels, and it's a fantastic way to get moving, meet our wonderful instructors, and join a supportive, fun community.

Here are the dates for each location:

• Dayton, OH Studio
  • Adults: October 28 (includes Margarita Monday Ceili Class – see below!)
  • Youth: October 27 & October 29
• Troy, OH Studio
  • Youth: October 23
• Lafayette, IN Studio
  • Youth: October 27

🍹 Margarita Monday Ceili Class – Dayton Adults, October 28

As a special treat for our Dayton adult dancers, we’re including a Margarita Monday Ceili Class with your free trial! After your free Irish dance lesson, you’ll get the chance to enjoy a ceili dance session—think fun, traditional group dancing—and unwind with a refreshing margarita. It’s the perfect way to combine a great workout with some social fun. 🥳

• When: October 28
• Where: Dayton, OH Studio

Grab a friend and join us for this unique experience! No dance experience is required, just a willingness to have a great time.

🎃 Halloween Costume Week – October 24-30

Get ready for one of our favorite traditions—Halloween Costume Week! During the last week of October, all dancers are invited to attend class in their spookiest, funniest, or most creative costumes. This is a week of fun, games, and festive spirit across all our classes. Dancers of all ages can join in on the costume fun while continuing to learn and practice their dance skills.

Costume Week kicks off on October 24 and runs through October 30. Start planning your outfits now!

🌟 CRN North America West Region Regional Championships – St. Louis

In addition to our local events, we’re so excited to support many of our dancers as they head to St. Louis to compete in the CRN North America West Region Regional Championships. This prestigious competition is a chance for our dancers to showcase their hard work and talent on a regional stage. We’re cheering them on and wishing them the best of luck!

• Where: St. Louis, MO
• When: Late October (exact dates TBD)

Let’s all come together to show our McGovern pride for these dedicated dancers!

From free trial classes to Halloween fun and regional competitions, October is packed with excitement at McGovern Irish Dance. Whether you’re dancing for the first time or have been with us for years, we can’t wait to share this special month with you!

Be sure to mark your calendars and join us for these wonderful events. Stay tuned for more updates, and follow us on social media for reminders and behind-the-scenes fun!

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