Kentucky Dance Institute

10/15/2026

Who is K**bby?

Years ago, KDI was held on the campus of Morehead State University. What most locals didn’t know was that the surrounding hills (called k***s) were home to tigers. 🐅

During the evening dances, the music would echo through the valley, and curious tigers would wander down to check out the fun. One playful cub showed up year after year, joining the campers and reveling in the KDI magic. The camp named the cub K**bby.

Even though KDI now calls Murray State University home, K**bby still returns each summer to welcome new campers. In his honor, KDI's colors are orange and black, and attendees proudly call themselves K**b Tigers.

K**bby is also proof that dancing keeps you young at heart. 🐯

**bTigers

09/30/2026

Save the date for the 75th year of KDI!

July 11-17, 2027
Murray State University
Murray, KY

All ages and abilities welcome!

Ready to commit to a week of fun, friends, and folk dancing? Register at kentuckydanceinstitute.org or use the link in our bio.

07/23/2026

Last week, Kentucky Dance Institute welcomed 16 new K**b Tigers to the KDI family! It was a big year for newcomers, and we can't wait to see our new friends again in 12 short months for the 75th year of KDI!

Mark your calendars now; KDI 2027 is July 11-17 in Murray, KY!

07/22/2026

Thank you, Murray Ledger & Times, for sharing the spirit of KDI with the community.

See you again next July, Murray!

Dressed up for "Pirate Night," Kentucky Dance Institute instructor Aaron Alpert leads participants with the Family Folk Dance Camp onstage at Lovett Auditorium. KDI last week wrapped up its annual

07/18/2026

Another year of KDI has come and gone. Thank you all for an amazing week of dance, friendship, and so much love. We will carry each of you in our hearts until we meet again.

Just 51 weeks until KDI 75! See you next July!

07/05/2026

See all y'all on Sunday, July 12, in Murray, KY! This year is set to be the largest camp in 40 years!

Haven't registered yet? It's not too late. There's always more room in our dance circle for you! Message us here, or use the Contact Us form at KentuckyDanceIntitute.org for more information!

06/10/2026

There's still room in our dance circle for you! Get ready for a week of friends, fun, and folk dance in Murray, KY, July 12-18

Haven't registered yet? What are you waiting for? Get yourself registered at kentuckydanceinstitute.org or click the link in our bio.

We can't wait to see you in July!

05/28/2026

Want to join in on the KDI fun, but not sure you can cover the cost? Well, we've got scholarships available that can cut your tuition in half!

Scholarships are awarded privately, and in return, we encourage you to attend as many classes as possible and assist with a few administrative tasks during the camp week. That's it. It's a great way to enjoy the KDI experience with a little less financial burden.

Fill out a scholarship application at KentuckyDanceInstitute.org or click the link in our bio.

05/14/2026

It's time to start planning your evening wear for KDI 2026 (if you're into such things).

Special theme nights this year include:
Black & Orange (Monday)
Pirate Night (Tuesday)
Kentucky Night (Thursday)
International or Dress Up Night (Friday).

We can't wait to see you!

Psst - if you haven't registered yet, click the link in our bio and let us know you are coming!

04/22/2026

Don’t be left in the dark! KDI returns to Murray, KY this July for a full week of fabulous folk‑dance festivities and the friendliest faces around.

Blindfold dancing is optional. Fun and laughter are guaranteed. All ages and all dance levels (including sideline observers) welcome!

Register at KentuckyDanceInstitute.org or click the link in our bio.

Photo provided by: Susannah S.