Frequently Asked Questions

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1. Where can I get a Registration & Lodging long form?

You may download a long form from our Home page or you may contact Cheryl Rush at peppercatt2@gmail.com and request one be emailed. You may also register and request lodging reservations by using our online form found on our "Registration" page at this web site. NOTE: the Host Hotel (Hilton) is full with a waiting list.

2. Is there a place for solo dancers to meet?

Please go to the "Solos" tab for a schedule of meeting and dance times.

3. How do I reserve RV camping?

The back of the long form has both RV and hotel reservation information. If you do not wish to order any other Convention items, you may use our on line RV registration form and pay with a credit card.

4. What if I want to change my Hotel or RV reservations after I have sent in the form?

You may request any changes by contacting our Hotel Lodging Vice-Chair, Bobby Parker, (borayparker@yahoo.com) or our RV Camping Vice-Chair, Dan & Vicki Hatfield, (vhat@cox.net).

5. Are spectators allow at the dances?

YES. We love to have spectators come see what square-dancing is all about. We welcome questions about where and how to learn to square dance as well. We do ask that small children be attended by an adult at all times as dance floors can be very crowded and square dancing is a contact activity. You will need to check in at the registration desk and receive a guest/visitor badge.

6. Is Square Dance Attire required?

Square dance attire is customarily worn during all evening dances and strongly encouraged during the evening convention dances. However, paid dancers are welcome to dance regardless of attire.

7. How do I get one of those alligator dangles?

The dangles come with registration, however you can also purchase them at

8. When do the registration prices change?

Registration prices are now $85 per adult and $42.50 for youths who will be at most, 17 years of age by 6/25/2025. If they are older than 17 years at the time of our convention, they are considered adults.

9. Do I need to complete a long form if I don't want housing?

It helps us plan if we have a long form indicating that you do not want any housing assistance. This way we know you have not forgotten to complete the form but still want to reserve a hotel or camping.

10. I have sent in my registration but have not gotten a link to make a hotel reservation; what do I do?

First check your spam/junk folder to see if your e-mail system blocked the email from your inbox. If you still do not see an email with the link, please contact our housing Chair, Bobby Parker, borayparker@yahoo.com.

11. When will tour sells begin?

Tours are available on this page: Tours If you scroll to the bottom of the page, you will see a button to register on line. Questions about tours should be sent to Ms Rachel Rose at "tours74nsdc@gmail.com".

12. How do I request a refund?

If you have double paid for anything you may still request a refund, otherwise there are no refunds after April 30 2025.

13. Where can I find more information about the Shreveport National Square Dance Convention?

Besides this website, we have a Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/groups/750145379807873.

Additionally you can get monthly updates from the National Squares E-Magazine on line at https://nsdcnec.com/national-squares-e-magazine

14. When does the Dinner and Show start Wednesday night?

The Meal is at 4:30 - 5:30 and will be served upstairs. The show goes from 6:00 - 7:00 pm., downstairs in the

theater. Opening Ceremony for the NSDC will start at 7:30 in the main hall.

15. Is there transportation from RV park to Convention center?

There will be no transportation provided by the convention. However, we will have bulletin boards in the free hospitality building at the campground, for those people who would like to car pool to post notices.

Uber and Lyft are both phone apps that you have to download and then use to order service; They cost Between $20- $30.00. Shreveport Yellow Checked Taxis are right outside the airport doors. They are available 27/7 and run between $23.00 $ 35.00 depending on your destination. If you need to call a taxi to get around while you are at the convention, their number is (318) 425-7000.

There is limited parking near the Convention center and all require a paid fee. The closest are parking garages so watch your vehicle height.

Frequently Asked Questions

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