Fostering Traditional Music and Dance in the Pacific Northwest

The Heart of the community

Bubbaville is a nonprofit group named after the late, great square dance caller, musician and community organizer Bill “Bubba” Martin. Based in Portland, Oregon, we serve to bring together musicians, dancers and other friends of traditional music on the West Coast. Each January we present our flagship event, the Portland Old-Time Music Gathering. 

Get Set for the 2025 Old-Time Gathering!

The 2025 Portland Old-Time Music Gathering takes place January 16-19, 2025 and will feature artist-in-residence Alice Gerrard and much more.
 
Check out the full Gathering schedule and get your tickets today.

Looking for our support?

Since 2008, Bubbaville has provided funding, promotion and support for dozens of projects tied to our mission. The organization has brought to the Portland region numerous performers and teachers. We’ve also funded campouts, albums, dances and more. Have an idea for a project? Let us know!

Check out the calendar

Looking for old-time music and dance events in Oregon and beyond? Our Calendar gives you all the details on who’s playing where and when! We also detail kids events, workshops and other relevant happenings.