Honky Tonk Dance with Rusty Sal

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

The band features upright bassist Alex Lacquement, drummer EJ Shaull-Thompson, lead guitarist Lucas Chohany, and singer Letitia VanSant, whose vocals have a Dolly Parton-inspired character.

When: Friday, October 16, 2026

Venue: Bumper Car Pavilion at Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture

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

Tickets: Discounted advance tickets are $22 and are available online only. Same-day tickets are $27 and can be purchased online or at the door with cash, check, or credit card.

Dual Dance Ticket: An advance dual-dance ticket costs $40 and includes this event plus the October 15, 2026, Zydeco Dance with Horace Trahan & the Ossun Express. The same-day dual-dance ticket costs $45 and is available online or at the door.

Sales Deadlines: Advance single-event ticket sales end at 11:59pm on Thursday, October 15. Same-day online ticket sales end at 6:00pm on Friday, October 16. Advance dual-dance ticket sales end at 11:59pm on Wednesday, October 14, while same-day dual-dance online sales end at 6:00pm on Thursday, October 15.

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

Experience: The lesson and dance are designed for beginners as well as experienced dancers; no prior experience or partner is necessary.

Note: All sales are final. Door sales are handled at the check-in table.