Winter Dance Party Schedule
Wednesday, February 1 2023 Event Schedule
Winter Dance Party Kids Show - 9:00am, 10:30am, 12:30pm
Surf Ballroom Dance Floor
Each year, youth from area schools are invited to learn
about Surf Ballroom & Winter Dance Party history in
their classrooms and at the Surf Ballroom. The lessons
culminate in a field trip to the Surf Ballroom where kids
from grades TK-5th grade are treated to a live musical
performance.
Admission: Private Event by Invitation Only
A Hard Days Night Tribute - 6:30-7:30pm; 7:45-9:00pm
Legacy Grill, 619 Buddy Holly Place, Clear LakeAdmission: FREE, open to the General Public
Thursday, February 2 2023 Event Schedule
Dance Lessons - 9:30am
Surf Ballroom Dance Floor
Fifties style dance lessons hosted by instructors Amy
Eckard, Margaret Majerczyk and friends - for singles and
couples alike.
Admission: FREE, open to the General Public
Rockin' n Boppin' Record Show - 10:00am-6:00pm
Best Western Holiday Lodge Opal Room, 2023 7th Ave N, Clear LakeAdmission: FREE, open to the General Public
Guided Tours of Carl J Fox Home - 1:00-3:00pm
449 N Shore Dr, Clear LakeLocated across the street from the Surf Ballroom stands a
lovingly restored vintage home built in 1948 by Carl J. Fox,
original owner/creator of the Surf Ballroom. The home
features many unique furnishings and characteristics. Much
like the Surf, it is as though time stood still in the home
- many artifacts having remained in the Fox family home
through the years, giving visitors a glimpse of life in the
1940s and 1950s.
Narrated Memorial Site Tour - 2:00pm
Take a narrated tour to the farm field north of Clear
Lake, Iowa where the ill-fated airplane came to rest. Tour
departs from the Surf Ballroom lobby, please arrive 15
minutes prior to tour. Visitors are encouraged to dress in
warm layers - a 1/4 mile walk is required. Limited space
available; advance reservations encouraged (sign up in the
Surf Ballroom box office).
Admission: FREE, open to the General Public
Narrated Memorial Site Tour - 2:00pm
Take a narrated tour to the farm field north of Clear
Lake, Iowa where the ill-fated airplane came to rest. Tour
departs from the Surf Ballroom lobby, please arrive 15
minutes prior to tour. Visitors are encouraged to dress in
warm layers - a 1/4 mile walk is required. Limited space
available; advance reservations encouraged (sign up in the
Surf Ballroom box office).Admission: $8.00/person
LP & The 45s - 4:00-6:00pm
Legacy Grill, 619 Buddy Holly Place, Clear LakeAdmission: FREE, open to the General Public
Winter Dance Party Concert featuring John Mueller's Winter Dance Party; and, Holy Rocka Rollaz
Surf Ballroom, 460 N Shore Dr, Clear Lake
Doors open: 7:00pm
Admission: $40 advance; $45 door (tickets available for
purchase by calling the Surf Ballroom at (641) 357-6151 or
ordering online at www.surfballroom.com)
LP & The 45s - 9:00-11:00pm
Legacy Grill, 619 Buddy Holly Place, Clear LakeAdmission: FREE, open to the General Public
Friday, February 3 2023 Event Schedule
Rockin' n Boppin' Record Show - 8:30am-6:00pm
Best Western Holiday Lodge Opal Room, 2023 7th Ave N, Clear LakeAdmission: FREE, open to the General Public
Guided Tours of Carl J Fox Home - 10:00am-12:00pm
449 N Shore Dr, Clear Lake
Located across the street from the Surf Ballroom stands
a lovingly restored vintage home built in 1948 by Carl J.
Fox, original owner/creator of the Surf Ballroom. The home
features many unique furnishings and characteristics. Much
like the Surf, it is as though time stood still in the
home - many artifacts having remained in the Fox
family home through the years, giving visitors a glimpse
of life in the 1940s and 1950s.
Admission: FREE, open to the General Public
The Legends Lunch - 11:00am
Best Western Holiday Lodge Diamond Ballroom, 2023-7th Ave
N, Clear Lake
Previously known as the British Buddy Holly Society
Luncheon, the Legends Lunch carries on all of the fun of
this nearly 40 year old tradition!
Admission: $35/person includes lunch and live
entertainment. Email: thelegendslunch@gmail.com to purchase
tickets (tickets are non-refundable)
Advance reservations are required!
Richie Lee & The Fabulous Fifties - 1:00-3:00pm
Legacy Grill, 619 Buddy Holly Place, Clear LakeAdmission: FREE, open to the General Public
Rockin' Art of the 50's and 60's Tour - 1:30pm
Charles H. MacNider Art Museum, 303-2nd Street SE, Mason
City
While the 1950’s were marked by overall conservatism and
conformity in an attempt to return to post-war normalcy, the
art scene, much like the music scene, began to blossom with
emerging artists. The focus of the art world shifted
from Paris, where it had been centered for centuries, to New
York City. This new American – centric vision of art
was supported by art movements such as the development of
Abstract Expressionism. Artists like Jackson Pollack
developed new painting techniques, for example - the
splatter technique, that were a far reach from earlier
traditional American artists such as Grant Wood and his
traditional rolling hills. The Museum holds a variety
of work from these ground breaking artists including Robert
Rauschenberg, Jasper Johns, Lee Krasner, Helen
Frankenthaler, Jim Dine, and Andy Warhol. Visit www.macniderart.org
for additional information about the Museum.
Admission: Free, Open to the General Public
Wedding/Vow Renewal Ceremony - 2:00pm
Surf Ballroom Dance Floor
Rock and roll fans may get married or renew their vows at
the Surf Ballroom. Contact Denni Sue at ericksn1@cltel.net
to register!
Narrated Memorial Site Tour - 2:30pm
Take a narrated tour to the farm field north of Clear Lake,
Iowa where the ill-fated airplane came to rest. Tour departs
from the Surf Ballroom lobby, please arrive 15 minutes prior
to tour. Visitors are encouraged to dress in warm layers - a
1/4 mile walk is required. Limited space available; advance
reservations encouraged (sign up in the Surf Ballroom box
office).Admission: $8.00/person
DJ Randy Chesterman - 3:00-4:00pm
Legacy Grill, 619 Buddy Holly Place, Clear LakeAdmission: FREE, open to the General Public
Richie Lee & The Fabulous Fifties - 4:00-6:00pm
Legacy Grill, 619 Buddy Holly Place, Clear LakeAdmission: FREE, open to the General Public
Winter Dance Party Concert featuring Shake Baby Shake; The Lovettes; Bill Haley Jr & The Comets; and, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
Surf Ballroom, 460 N Shore Dr, Clear Lake
Doors open: 7:00pm
Admission: $50 advance; $55 door (tickets available for
purchase by calling the Surf Ballroom at (641) 357-6151 or
ordering online at www.surfballroom.com)
Attendees are encouraged to dress in their best period
clothing/costumes as we take a trip back in time when malt
shops were the hangout and sock hops were all the rage.
The best costumes will be featured on our big screens
between bands. Don't forget to bring your saddle shoes!
Our traditional dance contest will be held during
intermission. Sign up to participate at our information
booth in the lobby. Prizes for the top 3 winners!
Saturday, February 4 2023 Event Schedule
Rockin' n Boppin' Record Show - 8:30am-close
Best Western Holiday Lodge Opal Room, 2023 7th Ave N, Clear LakeAdmission: FREE, open to the General Public
Ritchie Valens Family Luncheon - 11:00am
Best Western Holiday Lodge Diamond Ballroom, 2023-7th
Ave N, Clear Lake
Admission: $29.00 includes lunch (burger basket with
french fries & cole slaw) and live entertainment by
Mogan's Heroes
Guided Tours of Carl J Fox Home - 1:00-3:00pm
449 N Shore Dr, Clear Lake
The Day the Music Died/American Pie (2022) - 1:00pm
Showing
Lake Theatre, 4 N 4th St, Clear Lake
Enjoy lunch with members of the Valens family and
great live music. Ritchie Valens memorabilia will be on
display and merchandise will be available for purchase.
Advance reservations are required!
Split Second Band - 1:00-3:00pm
Legacy Grill, 619 Buddy Holly Place, Clear LakeAdmission: FREE, open to the General Public
Guided Tours of Carl J Fox Home - 1:00-3:00pm
449 N Shore Dr, Clear Lake
Located across the street from the Surf Ballroom
stands a lovingly restored vintage home built in 1948
by Carl J. Fox, original owner/creator of the Surf
Ballroom. The home features many unique furnishings
and characteristics. Much like the Surf, it is as
though time stood still in the home - many
artifacts having remained in the Fox family home
through the years, giving visitors a glimpse of life
in the 1940s and 1950s.
Admission: FREE, open to the General Public
The Day the Music Died/American Pie (2022) - 1:00pm
Showing
Lake Theatre, 4 N 4th St, Clear Lake
50 years after its release, Don McLean shares the
secrets behind his iconic song American Pie.
The documentary aired on Paramount+ and in select
theaters last year. Enjoy this special presentation
sponsored by Lake Theatre and the Surf Ballroom!
Admission: FREE, open to the General Public
Bopper & Me Movie Showing - 2:30pm (90 minutes)
Clear Lake Arts Center Sukup Performing Arts Wing, 17 S 4th St, Clear LakeAdmission: FREE, open to the General Public
Split Second Band - 4:00-6:00pm
Legacy Grill, 619 Buddy Holly Place, Clear LakeAdmission: FREE, open to the General Public
Self Guided Memorial Site Tour
Take a self-guided tour to the farm field north of Clear Lake, Iowa where the ill-fated airplane came to rest. Visitors are encouraged to dress in warm layers - a 1/4 mile walk is required. This outdoor memorial is located just under 1/2 mile from the road along the fence row in a field north of Clear Lake. There is a large pair of black rimmed glasses marking the trail head on Gull Avenue.Admission: FREE, open to the General Public
Winter Dance Party Concert featuring Slim Jim Phantom Trio featuring Jennie Vee with Special Guests Albert Lee, Chris Montez & Hayden Thompson; and, Kenny Vance & The Planotones; Gary U.S. Bonds; Austin Allsup
Surf Ballroom, 460 N Shore Dr, Clear Lake
Doors open: 7:00pm
Admission: $60 advance; $65 door (tickets available
for purchase by calling the Surf Ballroom at (641)
357-6151 or ordering online at www.surfballroom.com)
Sunday, February 5 2023 Event Schedule
Rock 'n Roll Champagne Brunch - 10:00am-2:00pm
The Legacy Grill, 619 Buddy Holly Pl, Clear Lake
Admission: $25.00 includes brunch and live music
Brunch will be held from 10am-2pm and includes a full
brunch buffet, one champagne/mimosa/bloody mary (must be
21 or older) and music by Richie Lee.
Advance reservations are recommended!
The Day the Music Died/American Pie (2022) - 1:00pm
Showing
Lake Theatre, 4 N 4th St, Clear Lake
50 years after its release, Don McLean shares the
secrets behind his iconic song American Pie.
The documentary aired on Paramount+ and in select
theaters last year. Enjoy this special presentation
sponsored by Lake Theatre and the Surf Ballroom!
Admission: FREE, open to the General Public
Self Guided Memorial Site Tour
Take a self-guided tour to the farm field north of Clear Lake, Iowa where the ill-fated airplane came to rest. Visitors are encouraged to dress in warm layers - a 1/4 mile walk is required. This outdoor memorial is located just under 1/2 mile from the road along the fence row in a field north of Clear Lake. There is a large pair of black rimmed glasses marking the trail head on Gull Avenue.Admission: FREE, open to the General Public