Honky Tonk Dance with Rusty Sal

Rusty Sal returns to Glen Echo Park’s Bumper Car Pavilion for an evening of classic country music and dancing. The event begins with a beginner two-step lesson, followed by live music for dancers throughout the evening. No previous dance experience is required, and attendees do not need to bring a partner.

Rusty Sal is an all-staff ensemble of Baltimore Americana musicians. Alex Lacquement provides upright bass and leads the two-step lesson, EJ Shaull-Thompson plays drums, Lucas Chohany plays lead guitar, and singer Letitia VanSant supplies the group’s high, Dolly Parton-inspired vocals.

When: Friday, October 16, 2026

Venue: Bumper Car Pavilion at Glen Echo Park

Schedule: Doors open at 7:00 p.m. The beginner two-step lesson runs from 7:30 to 8:00 p.m., followed by dancing with the band from 8:00 to 10:30 p.m.

Lineup: Rusty Sal, featuring Alex Lacquement on upright bass, EJ Shaull-Thompson on drums, Lucas Chohany on lead guitar, and Letitia VanSant on vocals

Tickets: Discounted advance tickets are $22 online only. Advance sales end at 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, October 15. Same-day tickets are $27 and may be purchased online or at the door with cash, check, or credit card. Online same-day sales end at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, October 16; door sales are available at the check-in table.

Dual-Dance Ticket: An advance dual-dance ticket is $40 and includes the October 15 Zydeco Dance with Horace Trahan & the Ossun Express and this October 16 Honky Tonk Dance with Rusty Sal. It is available online only, with advance sales ending at 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, October 14. A same-day dual-dance ticket is $45 and can be purchased online or at the door; online sales end at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 15.

Ages: No age restriction is stated.

Accessibility: No accessibility information is provided.

Note: All sales are final. No prior dance experience or partner is needed.