National Ballroom & Entertainment Association

08/27/2026

Thanks to all that attended the 2026 Big Band Dancing Week in Dubuque. We will let you know when the next event is scheduled.

The NBEA Board of Directors

08/15/2026

Join us this Sunday - Monday - and Tuesday For Big Band Dancing. Tickets are available for purchase at the door for $25 per person each night. Doors open at 5 pm, and dancing will take place from 6-9 pm on our expansive 12,000 Sq Ft "WOOD" dance floor. Wednesday night "Wild West" Country Night starts at 7 pm. Refreshments will be available at the Snack Bar, and a full adult bar will also be provided. We look forward to seeing you there!

02/23/2026

The NBEA regrets to inform you of the passing of Al Pierson -- Leader of The Guy Lombardo Orchestra

View Albert Theodore "Al Pierson" Pizzamiglio's obituary, send flowers and sign the guestbook.

02/17/2026

Plan your Summer Vacation now in Dubuque, Iowa
NBEA Big Band Week - August 16 -19 2026
3 days of Big Band Dancing with 4 Band Leaders
One Night of Country Dancing
Early Bird Tickets are now available at http://www.nbea.com/

01/16/2026

The National Ballroom and Entertainment Association
regrets to inform you.....

John Matter
N.B.E.A. Executive Secretary Emeritus

Passed away January 13, 2026.

The Visitation is Saturday January 17th 2026
From Noon - 2 pm... followed by a Funeral Service at 2 pm
Both at . . . .
St. John’s Lutheran Church
1638 Big Canoe Road, Decorah, IA 52101

His obituary can be found at https://www.helmsfuneralhomes.com/

Please sign the Guest Book at the link provided.

01/16/2026

Save the DATES ! ! ! !
N.B.E.A. "ANNUAL" BIG BAND WEEK -
August 16-19, 2026
Fairgrounds Ballroom - Dubuque, Iowa
3 Big Band Orchestras / Social and Ballroom Dancing
Dance on a 12,000 Square Foot 'WOOD' Dance Floor
Complete Details will be posted soon at ... http://www.nbea.com/
ALL AGES WELCOME

National Ballroom and Entertainment Association