It's time for the biggest party of the year in Clear Lake! Celebrate three of rock n’ roll’s greatest legends [Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and J.P. “The Big Bopper” Richardson] at the 2018 WINTER DANCE PARTY in the beautiful, historic Surf Ballroom. The town will be filled with fun, rock n' roll activity from Wednesday, January 31st, through Saturday, February 3rd! Check out the Schedule of Events to find information about recurring events, such as the “Rave On XIV” Art Exhibit, Rockin’ Boppin’ Record Show, Showing of The Real Buddy Holly Story Rockumentary, and Movie: Stand By Me, AND SO MUCH MORE!!!! Purchase Tickets HERE! This is the North Iowa event that you do not want to miss!!

Wednesday, January 31st

Family Sock Hop

• 6:30 pm | Surf Ballroom & Museum

• Performances by: Johnny Rogers History of Rock Show

• Tickets: $10 in advance, $13 at the door | FREE for youth 5 and under

*Please note that this is a separate ticket from the Thursday-Saturday festival pass!

Thursday, February 1st

Winter Dance Party: Thursday Night

• 6:30 pm | Surf Ballroom & Museum

• Performances by: Freddy “Boom Boom” Cannon, Jay Siegel’s Tokens, Austin Allsup, and Rosie & The Rivets

• Tickets: $115 in advance, $125 at the door (Package ticket valid for Thursday-Saturday evenings)

Friday, February 2nd

29th Annual British Buddy Holly Society Luncheon

• 10:30 am - 3:30 pm | Best Western Holiday Lodge

• Performances by: TBA

• Contact Margaret Majerczyk [[email protected]] for ticket information.

Afternoon Live Entertainment

• 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Cypress Lounge

• Performances by: The Mockingbirds

• Tickets: FREE for WDP Ticket holders | $5 for general public

Winter Dance Party: Friday Night  

• 6:30 pm | Surf Ballroom & Museum

• Performances by: The Holy Rocka Rollaz, The Tailfins, Bobby Cochran, and Vito Picone's The Elegants

• Tickets: $115 in advance, $125 at the door (Package ticket valid for Thursday-Saturday evenings)

• A Traditional Sock Hop! Dance Contest, Red Carpet entrance, 1950’s Vintage Fashion Show, and more!

Saturday, February 3rd

Memorial Site Tour

• Surf Ballroom

• Tickets: $8 per person (Limited Availability)

• Escorted motor coach tour to the crash site. 75 to 90 minute tour.

Ritchie Valens Family Luncheon

• 11:00 am | Best Western Holiday Lounge

• Performances by: Richie Lee & The Fabulous 50s

• Tickets: $20 in advance

• Join the Valens family for a meal and dancing.

Winter Dance Party: Saturday Night   

• 6:30 pm | Surf Ballroom & Museum

• Performances by: Brenda Lee, Albert Lee & Friends, Danny & Annie, Bobby Rydell, and Linda Gail Lewis

• Tickets: $115 in advance, $125 at the door (Package ticket valid for Thursday-Saturday evenings)

Jane Fischer & Associates wishes everyone a rockin’ good time this week in beautiful Clear Lake, Iowa!  

Image Credits: 2018 WINTER DANCE PARTY