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About DanceMor Ballroom

Welcome to DanceMor Ballroom, Eastern Iowa’s Original Honky-Tonk. Located at 77 2nd St SE in Swisher, IA, this historic Texas-style venue has been a cornerstone of Midwest live music and social dancing since its renaming in the 1950s and rebirth in 2018. With a spacious dance floor, wooden booths, and a warm, no-nonsense atmosphere, DanceMor continues to host line-dancing nights, live bands, and special events. Here, you’ll find practical details to help you plan your visit—parking options, transport coordination, and nearby lodging and dining suggestions to make your trip easy and enjoyable.

Whether you’re a longtime fan of classic honky-tonk vibes or looking to experience Iowa’s regional music scene, DanceMor offers a welcoming setting with a storied past. We’ve got you covered with essential venue details and trusted partner recommendations to secure your seats and plan your night out.

Venue overview: DanceMor Ballroom is a historic Texas-style dance hall and event venue in Swisher, advertising itself as Eastern Iowa’s Original Honky-Tonk. The space features a large central dance floor and wooden booths, with no publicly published official seating chart. Capacity has varied by setup, historically cited around 800 in some reports, with other sources listing 432 depending on stage and floor configuration. The venue has a storied legacy, having hosted iconic acts and earning a 2005 induction into the Iowa Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. After a period of changes, the venue reopened in 2018 under new ownership and remains active into 2026, hosting line-dancing nights, concerts, and community events.

Parking and transportation: Parking details aren’t widely published, but the owners coordinate options through local transport partners to reduce the need for on-site parking. If you’re driving, plan ahead or consider arranging shared rides where available. For larger groups or special events, inquire about coordinated transportation with DanceMor or its affiliates.

Nearby hotels and dining: Guests visiting from out of town have several lodging options within a reasonable drive of Swisher, including Cedar Rapids and Coralville. Notable nearby hotels include Sleep Inn North Liberty, Quality Inn Cedar Rapids South, and MainStay/Quality Inn Coralville. For meals before or after events, you’ll find a range of dining options in the area—from casual American fare to local favorites. We recommend checking partner hotels and nearby eateries for current promotions and convenient dining packages.

How to participate: If you’re looking to attend, secure your seats early for popular nights. DanceMor’s events can include line-dancing nights and live performances, with a focus on a friendly, straightforward ticket-buying process. We’ve got you covered with trusted affiliate hotel and restaurant partners to help streamline your trip.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 77 2nd St SE, Swisher, IA 52338 (also listed as 77 Second St SE Swisher, IA 52338).
  • Venue type: Historic Texas-style dance hall / honky-tonk / event venue; advertised as Eastern Iowa's Original Honky-Tonk.
  • Capacity: Historically about 800 (Gazette, 2012); some sources list 432 (IndieOnTheMove) depending on setup.
  • Seating chart: No publicly published official seating chart; interior includes a large dance floor and wooden booths.
  • Parking/transit: Parking details not publicly published; owners have coordinated transportation options (iBUS Road Tours) to reduce parking needs.
  • Nearby hotels: Multiple options nearby in Cedar Rapids/Coralville area (e.g., Sleep Inn North Liberty, Quality Inn Cedar Rapids South, MainStay/Quality Inn Coralville).
  • Notable events/history: Inducted into Iowa Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2005; hosted acts like Glenn Miller, Lawrence Welk, The Boxtops, The Buckinghams.
  • Renaming/demolished: Name changed to Dance-Mor Ballroom in the 1950s; later reopened in 2018 under new ownership as DanceMor Ballroom; not demolished.
  • Current status: Active venue as of 2026, with ongoing line-dancing nights and events.