Upcoming Events
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Free Outdoor Swing Dancing @Festival Square (Lethbridge)
This is an event hosted by Swing Bridge Dance Club in Lethbridge! See details below:
We're dancing out in Festival Square all summer long! Join us for this FREE event that will start with a beginner dance lesson at 7:30pm and dance to swing music for the rest of the night!
Swingin’ Out in the Park - Outdoor Swing Dance Lesson + Social Dance
Join us for our outdoor swing social dances every other Tuesday at the Riley Park Stage!
No partner or experience needed! Join us for a drop-in beginner lesson to help you get started.
6:30PM - Drop in Lindy Hop lesson
7:30PM - DJ'd social dance
Upcoming dates:
July 14 & 28
August 11 & 25
Pay what you can, $5 suggested donation. No one will be turned away if they can’t.
Be sure to wear comfortable shoes that wont fly off your feet like sandals/slides!
Bring a friend, water, sunscreen, and some bug spray (we will have some available as well!) and have a fun time dancing & connecting with others!
Swingin' Sundays at the Library
This is a free dance social hosted by Swing Dance Calgary at the Central Library!
We will be out in Memorial Park, but in the case of rain/bad weather it will be indoors at the Central Library!
Beginner lesson @1PM-2PM
Social dancing @2-4PM
This is a free event that is open to all!
Sunday Night Swing
This event is hosted by Sunny City Swing.
Drop-in beginner class @7PM
Social dance @8PM-10PM every Sunday at Sunalta Community Hall.
All levels welcome—no partner needed.
The Matinee Kings Sunday Evening Jam
Weekly Sunday evening Blues jam at The Blues Can hosted by Ray Lemelin & The Matinee Kings!
No cover but be sure to buy a drink or food to support the venue.
Third Thursday Swing Out! (Lethbridge)
This event is hosted by the Swing Bridge Dance Community in Lethbridge. See details below!
We're dancing at the German Canadian Club on the third Thursdays of the month hosted by D&N Kitchen! Join us for a great social dance with a unique Swing Bridge twist, and we'll include a beginner dance lesson @ 7:30pm followed by music all night long!
Friday Night Hop: Live Music Edition
This social dance is hosted by Fly Right Swing at the Mount Pleasant Community Association. Find more info below:
Join us for a night of dancing to live jazz music, band TBA!
We've also got a complimentary beginner lesson that will teach you everything you need to know so that you can join the fun, regardless of how much (if any) experience you have! No partner required.
8:30pm - Beginner Lesson
9:30pm - Live Music & Social Dancing
$25 General Admission
$20 Student/Out of Town Admission
Swing Open Practice Session
Join us Saturday, August 22nd from 4:30-6:30PM for an open swing practice. This is an open space for dancers to come with ideas to play around with, or go with the flow and experiment and practice.
Keep in mind that this is not a class, so do not expect anyone to guide or instruct you. There will be more experienced dancers around and you are welcome to ask them for feedback and tips if they are open to doing so.
No need to come with a partner, it is open to swing dancers of all levels, whether you take classes with us or not.
These sessions will take place at UniverseSoul Dance Studio (small studio)!
These practices have a pay-what-you-can model, with a suggested donation of $5. Those who are able are welcome to give a little extra to support the space and community, but please don’t let cost stop you from coming!
Souped Up Swing
This is a social dance is organized by Souped Up Swing on the last Saturday of each month! Find more info below:
Swing dance for all ages and skill levels. No partner required. Proceeds go to community outreach.
Entrance by North door from upper parking.
Parental/adult accompaniment recommended for dancers under 15 years of age.
Doors open 7:00 pm
Intro Lesson: 7:15-8:00
Dance: 8:00-10:30
Cost:
Age 12-14: $5
Age 15+: $10
Families: $25
Sunday Night Swing
This event is hosted by Sunny City Swing.
Drop-in beginner class @7PM
Social dance @8PM-10PM every Sunday at Sunalta Community Hall.
All levels welcome—no partner needed.
The Matinee Kings Sunday Evening Jam
Weekly Sunday evening Blues jam at The Blues Can hosted by Ray Lemelin & The Matinee Kings!
No cover but be sure to buy a drink or food to support the venue.
Swingin’ Out in the Park - Outdoor Swing Social Dance
Join us for our outdoor swing social dances every other Tuesday at the Riley Park Stage!
No partner or experience needed! Join us for a drop-in beginner lesson to help you get started.
6:30PM - Drop in Lindy Hop lesson
7:30PM - DJ'd social dance
Upcoming dates:
July 14 & 28
August 11 & 25
Pay what you can, $5 suggested donation. No one will be turned away if they can’t.
Be sure to wear comfortable shoes that wont fly off your feet like sandals/slides!
Bring a friend, water, sunscreen, and some bug spray (we will have some available as well!) and have a fun time dancing & connecting with others!
Music in the Plaza: Peter & the Wolves
Mark your calendars! Music in the Plaza is back August 26th with the toe-tapping sounds of the Peter & the Wolves!
Howlin’ Pete Cormier started this band in 2011 with rhythm at the roots, and the purpose of creating a hoppin’ dance floor at every show. He writes his songs in the style of the great rock n’ rollers from the 1950s like Little Richard, Chuck Berry and Buddy Holly. Over the years, it has grown into a powerful touring act, traveling the world with a rotating line-up.
Grab dinner at the Selkirk, browse the shops in the Mercantile Block, pick up a coffee from Railway Café or settle in with a lawn chair and enjoy the show.
August 26th 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Engineered Air Gazebo in Heritage Plaza
FREE
Plan your visit: https://heritagepark.ca/events/music-in-the-plaza-peter-and-the-wolves/
Sunday Night Swing
This event is hosted by Sunny City Swing.
Drop-in beginner class @7PM
Social dance @8PM-10PM every Sunday at Sunalta Community Hall.
All levels welcome—no partner needed.
The Matinee Kings Sunday Evening Jam
Weekly Sunday evening Blues jam at The Blues Can hosted by Ray Lemelin & The Matinee Kings!
No cover but be sure to buy a drink or food to support the venue.
Friday Night Hop
This social dance is hosted by Fly Right Swing at the Mount Pleasant Community Association.
Bootcamp (Topic TBA) @ 7:00PM — $20
Beginner lesson @8:30PM
Social dancing @9:30PM-Midnight
Cost: $15 cash or credit at the door ($10 for students/out-of-towners)
The Matinee Kings Sunday Evening Jam
Weekly Sunday evening Blues jam at The Blues Can hosted by Ray Lemelin & The Matinee Kings!
No cover but be sure to buy a drink or food to support the venue.
Sunday Night Swing
This event is hosted by Sunny City Swing.
Drop-in beginner class @7PM
Social dance @8PM-10PM every Sunday at Sunalta Community Hall.
All levels welcome—no partner needed.
The Matinee Kings Sunday Evening Jam
Weekly Sunday evening Blues jam at The Blues Can hosted by Ray Lemelin & The Matinee Kings!
No cover but be sure to buy a drink or food to support the venue.
Third Thursday Swing Out! (Lethbridge)
This event is hosted by the Swing Bridge Dance Community in Lethbridge. See details below!
We're dancing at the German Canadian Club on the third Thursdays of the month hosted by D&N Kitchen! Join us for a great social dance with a unique Swing Bridge twist, and we'll include a beginner dance lesson @ 7:30pm followed by music all night long!
Friday Night Hop: Live Music Edition
This social dance is hosted by Fly Right Swing at the Mount Pleasant Community Association. Find more info below:
Join us for a night of dancing to live jazz music, band TBA!
We've also got a complimentary beginner lesson that will teach you everything you need to know so that you can join the fun, regardless of how much (if any) experience you have! No partner required.
8:30pm - Beginner Lesson
9:30pm - Live Music & Social Dancing
$25 General Admission
$20 Student/Out of Town Admission
Swingin' Sundays at the Library
This is a free dance social hosted by Swing Dance Calgary at the Central Library!
Beginner lesson @1PM-2PM
Social dancing @2-4PM
This is a free event that is open to all!
Sunday Night Swing
This event is hosted by Sunny City Swing.
Drop-in beginner class @7PM
Social dance @8PM-10PM every Sunday at Sunalta Community Hall.
All levels welcome—no partner needed.
The Matinee Kings Sunday Evening Jam
Weekly Sunday evening Blues jam at The Blues Can hosted by Ray Lemelin & The Matinee Kings!
No cover but be sure to buy a drink or food to support the venue.
Souped Up Swing
This is a social dance is organized by Souped Up Swing on the fourth Saturday of each month! Find more info below:
Join us for the drop-in east coast swing lesson &/or the dance!
Swing dance for all ages and skill levels. No partner required. Proceeds go to community outreach.
Entrance by North door from upper parking.
Parental/adult accompaniment recommended for dancers under 15 years of age.
Doors open 7:00 pm
Intro Lesson: 7:15-8:00
Dance: 8:00-10:30
Cost:
Age 12-14: $5
Age 15+: $10
Families: $25
Sunday Night Swing
This event is hosted by Sunny City Swing.
Drop-in beginner class @7PM
Social dance @8PM-10PM every Sunday at Sunalta Community Hall.
All levels welcome—no partner needed.
The Matinee Kings Sunday Evening Jam
Weekly Sunday evening Blues jam at The Blues Can hosted by Ray Lemelin & The Matinee Kings!
No cover but be sure to buy a drink or food to support the venue.
Lindy Harvest
Save the date for Sugar Swing’s annual Lindy Hop workshop weekend in Edmonton!
Friday Night Hop
This social dance is hosted by Fly Right Swing at the Mount Pleasant Community Association.
Bootcamp (Topic TBA) @ 7:00PM — $20
Beginner lesson @8:30PM
Social dancing @9:30PM-Midnight
Cost: $15 cash or credit at the door ($10 for students/out-of-towners)
Sunday Night Swing
This event is hosted by Sunny City Swing.
Drop-in beginner class @7PM
Social dance @8PM-10PM every Sunday at Sunalta Community Hall.
All levels welcome—no partner needed.
The Matinee Kings Sunday Evening Jam
Weekly Sunday evening Blues jam at The Blues Can hosted by Ray Lemelin & The Matinee Kings!
No cover but be sure to buy a drink or food to support the venue.
Sunday Night Swing
This event is hosted by Sunny City Swing.
Drop-in beginner class @7PM
Social dance @8PM-10PM every Sunday at Sunalta Community Hall.
All levels welcome—no partner needed.
The Matinee Kings Sunday Evening Jam
Weekly Sunday evening Blues jam at The Blues Can hosted by Ray Lemelin & The Matinee Kings!
No cover but be sure to buy a drink or food to support the venue.
Friday Night Hop: Live Music Edition
This social dance is hosted by Fly Right Swing at the Mount Pleasant Community Association. Find more info below:
Join us for a night of dancing to live jazz music, band TBA!
We've also got a complimentary beginner lesson that will teach you everything you need to know so that you can join the fun, regardless of how much (if any) experience you have! No partner required.
8:30pm - Beginner Lesson
9:30pm - Live Music & Social Dancing
$25 General Admission
$20 Student/Out of Town Admission
Swingin' Sundays at the Library
This is a free dance social hosted by Swing Dance Calgary at the Central Library!
Beginner lesson @1PM-2PM
Social dancing @2-4PM
This is a free event that is open to all!
Sunday Night Swing
This event is hosted by Sunny City Swing.
Drop-in beginner class @7PM
Social dance @8PM-10PM every Sunday at Sunalta Community Hall.
All levels welcome—no partner needed.
The Matinee Kings Sunday Evening Jam
Weekly Sunday evening Blues jam at The Blues Can hosted by Ray Lemelin & The Matinee Kings!
No cover but be sure to buy a drink or food to support the venue.
Vancouver Mini Balboa Festival
This balboa workshop is hosted by the Vancouver Balboa Society! Find details below:
Vancouver Balboa Mini Fest is back this fall, October 23-25 2026! We've got everything you've come to love about VBMF (like lots of social dancing to amazing live music) and some new surprises (Beautiful new venue with a sprung wood floor! Classes for intermediate dancers!).
Info at https://www.vanswingsociety.ca/vancouver-balboa-mini-fest
Registration is open at https://vbmf2026.dancecamps.org/
Sunday Night Swing
This event is hosted by Sunny City Swing.
Drop-in beginner class @7PM
Social dance @8PM-10PM every Sunday at Sunalta Community Hall.
All levels welcome—no partner needed.
The Matinee Kings Sunday Evening Jam
Weekly Sunday evening Blues jam at The Blues Can hosted by Ray Lemelin & The Matinee Kings!
No cover but be sure to buy a drink or food to support the venue.
The Matinee Kings Sunday Evening Jam
Weekly Sunday evening Blues jam at The Blues Can hosted by Ray Lemelin & The Matinee Kings!
No cover but be sure to buy a drink or food to support the venue.
Friday Night Hop
This social dance is hosted by Fly Right Swing at the Mount Pleasant Community Association.
Bootcamp (Topic TBA) @ 7:00PM — $20
Beginner lesson @8:30PM
Social dancing @9:30PM-Midnight
Cost: $15 cash or credit at the door ($10 for students/out-of-towners)
The Matinee Kings Sunday Evening Jam
Weekly Sunday evening Blues jam at The Blues Can hosted by Ray Lemelin & The Matinee Kings!
No cover but be sure to buy a drink or food to support the venue.
Swingin' Sundays at the Library
This is a free dance social hosted by Swing Dance Calgary at the Central Library!
Beginner lesson @1PM-2PM
Social dancing @2-4PM
This is a free event that is open to all!
The Matinee Kings Sunday Evening Jam
Weekly Sunday evening Blues jam at The Blues Can hosted by Ray Lemelin & The Matinee Kings!
No cover but be sure to buy a drink or food to support the venue.
Friday Night Hop: Live Music Edition
This social dance is hosted by Fly Right Swing at the Mount Pleasant Community Association. Find more info below:
Join us for a night of dancing to live jazz music, band TBA!
We've also got a complimentary beginner lesson that will teach you everything you need to know so that you can join the fun, regardless of how much (if any) experience you have! No partner required.
8:30pm - Beginner Lesson
9:30pm - Live Music & Social Dancing
$25 General Admission
$20 Student/Out of Town Admission
The Matinee Kings Sunday Evening Jam
Weekly Sunday evening Blues jam at The Blues Can hosted by Ray Lemelin & The Matinee Kings!
No cover but be sure to buy a drink or food to support the venue.
The Matinee Kings Sunday Evening Jam
Weekly Sunday evening Blues jam at The Blues Can hosted by Ray Lemelin & The Matinee Kings!
No cover but be sure to buy a drink or food to support the venue.
Friday Night Hop
This social dance is hosted by Fly Right Swing at the Mount Pleasant Community Association.
Bootcamp (Topic TBA) @ 7:00PM — $20
Beginner lesson @8:30PM
Social dancing @9:30PM-Midnight
Cost: $15 cash or credit at the door ($10 for students/out-of-towners)
The Matinee Kings Sunday Evening Jam
Weekly Sunday evening Blues jam at The Blues Can hosted by Ray Lemelin & The Matinee Kings!
No cover but be sure to buy a drink or food to support the venue.
Swingin' Sundays at the Library
This is a free dance social hosted by Swing Dance Calgary at the Central Library!
Beginner lesson @1PM-2PM
Social dancing @2-4PM
This is a free event that is open to all!
The Matinee Kings Sunday Evening Jam
Weekly Sunday evening Blues jam at The Blues Can hosted by Ray Lemelin & The Matinee Kings!
No cover but be sure to buy a drink or food to support the venue.
Friday Night Hop: Holiday Party w/ Live Music Edition
This social dance is hosted by Fly Right Swing at the Mount Pleasant Community Association. Find more info below:
Join us for a night of dancing to live jazz music, band TBA!
We've also got a complimentary beginner lesson that will teach you everything you need to know so that you can join the fun, regardless of how much (if any) experience you have! No partner required.
8:30pm - Beginner Lesson
9:30pm - Live Music & Social Dancing
$25 General Admission
$20 Student/Out of Town Admission
The Matinee Kings Sunday Evening Jam
Weekly Sunday evening Blues jam at The Blues Can hosted by Ray Lemelin & The Matinee Kings!
No cover but be sure to buy a drink or food to support the venue.
The Matinee Kings Sunday Evening Jam
Weekly Sunday evening Blues jam at The Blues Can hosted by Ray Lemelin & The Matinee Kings!
No cover but be sure to buy a drink or food to support the venue.
The Matinee Kings Sunday Evening Jam
Weekly Sunday evening Blues jam at The Blues Can hosted by Ray Lemelin & The Matinee Kings!
No cover but be sure to buy a drink or food to support the venue.
Sunday Night Swing
This event is hosted by Sunny City Swing.
Drop-in beginner class @7PM
Social dance @8PM-10PM every Sunday at Sunalta Community Hall.
All levels welcome—no partner needed.
Swing Open Practice Session
Join us Saturday, August 8th from 4:30-6:30PM for an open swing practice. This is an open space for dancers to come with ideas to play around with, or go with the flow and experiment and practice.
Keep in mind that this is not a class, so do not expect anyone to guide or instruct you. There will be more experienced dancers around and you are welcome to ask them for feedback and tips if they are open to doing so.
No need to come with a partner, it is open to swing dancers of all levels, whether you take classes with us or not.
These sessions will take place at UniverseSoul Dance Studio (small studio)!
These practices have a pay-what-you-can model, with a suggested donation of $5. Those who are able are welcome to give a little extra to support the space and community, but please don’t let cost stop you from coming!
Friday Night Hop
This social dance is hosted by Fly Right Swing at the Mount Pleasant Community Association.
Bootcamp (Topic TBA) @ 7:00PM — $20
Beginner lesson @8:30PM
Social dancing @9:30PM-Midnight
Cost: $15 cash or credit at the door ($10 for students/out-of-towners)
Music in the Plaza: Midnight Blue Jazz Society
Mark your calendars! Music in the Plaza is back August 5th with the toe-tapping sounds of the Midnight Blue Jazz Society!
Midnight Blue Jazz Society is Calgary’s most entertaining 17-piece big band. With a repertoire ranging from classic 1940’s big band arrangements to modern pop hits, our music draws from diverse styles including swing, jazz, blues, latin, funk and classic rock.
Grab dinner at the Selkirk, browse the shops in the Mercantile Block, pick up a coffee from Railway Café or settle in with a lawn chair and enjoy the show.
August 5th 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Engineered Air Gazebo in Heritage Plaza
FREE
Plan your visit: https://heritagepark.ca/.../music-in-the-plaza-dixie-kings/
The Matinee Kings Sunday Evening Jam
Weekly Sunday evening Blues jam at The Blues Can hosted by Ray Lemelin & The Matinee Kings!
No cover but be sure to buy a drink or food to support the venue.
Sunday Night Swing
This event is hosted by Sunny City Swing.
Drop-in beginner class @7PM
Social dance @8PM-10PM every Sunday at Sunalta Community Hall.
All levels welcome—no partner needed.
Music in the Plaza: The Dixie Kings
Mark your calendars! Music in the Plaza is back July 29 with the toe-tapping sounds of the Dixie Kings!
This energetic quartet is bringing lively historical jazz to Heritage Plaza for a summer evening full of rhythm.
Grab dinner at the Selkirk, browse the shops in the Mercantile Block, pick up a coffee from Railway Café or settle in with a lawn chair and enjoy the show.
July 29
6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Engineered Air Gazebo in Heritage Plaza
FREE
Plan your visit: https://heritagepark.ca/.../music-in-the-plaza-dixie-kings/
Swingin’ Out in the Park - Outdoor Swing Dance Lesson + Social Dance
Join us for our outdoor swing social dances every other Tuesday at the Riley Park Stage!
No partner or experience needed! Join us for a drop-in beginner lesson to help you get started.
6:30PM - Drop in Lindy Hop lesson
7:30PM - DJ'd social dance
Upcoming dates:
July 14 & 28
August 11 & 25
Pay what you can, $5 suggested donation. No one will be turned away if they can’t.
Be sure to wear comfortable shoes that wont fly off your feet like sandals/slides!
Bring a friend, water, sunscreen, and some bug spray (we will have some available as well!) and have a fun time dancing & connecting with others!
The Matinee Kings Sunday Evening Jam
Weekly Sunday evening Blues jam at The Blues Can hosted by Ray Lemelin & The Matinee Kings!
No cover but be sure to buy a drink or food to support the venue.
Sunday Night Swing
This event is hosted by Sunny City Swing.
Drop-in beginner class @7PM
Social dance @8PM-10PM every Sunday at Sunalta Community Hall.
All levels welcome—no partner needed.
Souped Up Swing
This is a social dance is organized by Souped Up Swing on the fourth Saturday of each month! Find more info below:
Join us for the drop-in east coast swing lesson &/or the dance!
Swing dance for all ages and skill levels. No partner required. Proceeds go to community outreach.
Entrance by North door from upper parking.
Parental/adult accompaniment recommended for dancers under 15 years of age.
Doors open 7:00 pm
Intro Lesson: 7:15-8:00
Dance: 8:00-10:30
Cost:
Age 12-14: $5
Age 15+: $10
Families: $25
Swing Open Practice Session
Join us Saturday, July 25th from 4-6PM for an open swing practice. This is an open space for dancers to come with ideas to play around with, or go with the flow and experiment and practice.
Keep in mind that this is not a class, so do not expect anyone to guide or instruct you. There will be more experienced dancers around and you are welcome to ask them for feedback and tips if they are open to doing so.
No need to come with a partner, it is open to swing dancers of all levels, whether you take classes with us or not.
These sessions will take place at UniverseSoul Dance Studio (small studio)!
These practices have a pay-what-you-can model, with a suggested donation of $5. Those who are able are welcome to give a little extra to support the space and community, but please don’t let cost stop you from coming!
Music in the Plaza: Kenny “Blues Boss” Wayne
Piano keys, summer skies and a FREE night of blues? Yes, please. Music in the Plaza returns July 22 with Kenny “Blues Boss” Wayne taking the stage!
Presented by Calgary International Bluesfest in conjunction with CJSW, the evening brings more than 60 years of blues, boogie-woogie and serious piano talent to Heritage Plaza.
Grab dinner at the Selkirk, browse the shops in the Mercantile Block, pick up a coffee from Railway Café or settle in with a lawn chair and enjoy the show.
July 22
6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Engineered Air Gazebo in Heritage Plaza
FREE
Plan your visit: https://heritagepark.ca/events/music-in-the-plaza-kenny-blues-boss-wayne
The Matinee Kings Sunday Evening Jam
Weekly Sunday evening Blues jam at The Blues Can hosted by Ray Lemelin & The Matinee Kings!
No cover but be sure to buy a drink or food to support the venue.
Sunday Night Swing
This event is hosted by Sunny City Swing.
Drop-in beginner class @7PM
Social dance @8PM-10PM every Sunday at Sunalta Community Hall.
All levels welcome—no partner needed.
Swingin' Sundays at the Library
This is a free dance social hosted by Swing Dance Calgary.
We will be out in Memorial Park, but in the case of rain/bad weather it will be indoors at the Central Library!
Beginner lesson @1PM-2PM
Social dancing @2-4PM
This is a free event that is open to all!
Friday Night Hop: Live Music Edition w/ The Fledgehogs
This social dance is hosted by Fly Right Swing at the Mount Pleasant Community Association. Find more info below:
Join us for a night of dancing to live jazz music to new local band, The Fledgehogs!
We've also got a complimentary beginner lesson that will teach you everything you need to know so that you can join the fun, regardless of how much (if any) experience you have! No partner required.
8:30pm - Beginner Lesson
9:30pm - Live Music & Social Dancing
$25 General Admission
$20 Student/Out of Town Admission
Third Thursday Swing Out! (Lethbridge)
This event is hosted by the Swing Bridge Dance Community in Lethbridge. See details below!
We're dancing at the Redeemer Church on the third Thursdays of the month! Join us for a great social dance with a unique Swing Bridge twist, and we'll include a beginner dance lesson @ 7:30pm followed by music all night long!
Swingin’ Out in the Park - Outdoor Swing Dance Lesson + Social Dance
Join us for our outdoor swing social dances every other Tuesday at the Riley Park Stage!
No partner or experience needed! Join us for a drop-in beginner lesson to help you get started.
6:30PM - Drop in Lindy Hop lesson
7:30PM - DJ'd social dance
Upcoming dates:
July 14 & 28
August 11 & 25
Pay what you can, $5 suggested donation. No one will be turned away if they can’t.
Be sure to wear comfortable shoes that wont fly off your feet like sandals/slides!
Bring a friend, water, sunscreen, and some bug spray (we will have some available as well!) and have a fun time dancing & connecting with others!
Sunday Night Swing
This event is hosted by Sunny City Swing.
Drop-in beginner class @7PM
Social dance @8PM-10PM every Sunday at Sunalta Community Hall.
All levels welcome—no partner needed.
Swing Open Practice Session
Join us Saturday, July 11th from 4:30-6:30PM for an open swing practice. This is an open space for dancers to come with ideas to play around with, or go with the flow and experiment and practice.
Keep in mind that this is not a class, so do not expect anyone to guide or instruct you. There will be more experienced dancers around and you are welcome to ask them for feedback and tips if they are open to doing so.
No need to come with a partner, it is open to swing dancers of all levels, whether you take classes with us or not.
These sessions will take place at UniverseSoul Dance Studio (small studio)!
These practices have a pay-what-you-can model, with a suggested donation of $5. Those who are able are welcome to give a little extra to support the space and community, but please don’t let cost stop you from coming!
Lindy Bloom Dance Exchange
This is a dance exchange in Vancouver! Find details below:
Lindy Bloom Exchange is back, July 10-12 2026!
Registration open March 20th at 7:46am (Spring Equinox)
Details:
3 days jam-packed full of dancing to live music, a picnic with Second Line Parade, Cabaret, and many more shenanigans!
We're all about community, inclusivity, and spreading the joy of swing dancing and live music.
Location: Russian Hall, Vancouver
Friday Night:
- Welcome Mixer with Read
- Live music by the Josh Roberts Quintet
Saturday:
- Social dance with Read and his Blackberry Jammers
- Cabaret - Prepare your acts!
- Picnic and dancing with Ben MacRae's Eastside Second Line at MacLean Park
- Second Line Parade to the Russian Hall with Ben MacRae's Eastside Second Line
- Social dance with The 16 Piece Rugcutter Dance Orchestra
Sunday:
- Stretching, coffee, snacks
- "Silliocity" Class with Read
- Social Dance with Dean Thiessen & The Good Apples
Theme Nights!
Friday: Yellow and Pink - this year's event colours
Saturday: Fruit Salad Garden Party - think fruit, florals, summer
Sunday: Twinsies and Moresies - match outfits with a friend or group
There will be prizes for best theme outfits!
Can't make the whole event? This year we have A La Carte options available for purchase online (Reg opens March 20th). These are limited availability so purchase in advance! Tickets may be available at the door, subject to capacity.
Registration opens March 20th at www.lindybloom.ca
The Matinee Kings Sunday Evening Jam
Weekly Sunday evening Blues jam at The Blues Can hosted by Ray Lemelin & The Matinee Kings!
No cover but be sure to buy a drink or food to support the venue.
Sunday Night Swing
This event is hosted by Sunny City Swing.
Drop-in beginner class @7PM
Social dance @8PM-10PM every Sunday at Sunalta Community Hall.
All levels welcome—no partner needed.
Friday Night Hop
This social dance is hosted by Fly Right Swing at the Mount Pleasant Community Association.
Bootcamp (Topic TBA) @ 7:00PM — $20
Beginner lesson @8:30PM
Social dancing @9:30PM-Midnight
Cost: $15 cash or credit at the door ($10 for students/out-of-towners)
The Matinee Kings Sunday Evening Jam
Weekly Sunday evening Blues jam at The Blues Can hosted by Ray Lemelin & The Matinee Kings!
No cover but be sure to buy a drink or food to support the venue.
Sunday Night Swing
This event is hosted by Sunny City Swing.
Drop-in beginner class @7PM
Social dance @8PM-10PM every Sunday at Sunalta Community Hall.
All levels welcome—no partner needed.
Souped Up Swing
This is a social dance is organized by Souped Up Swing on the fourth Saturday of each month! Find more info below:
Join us for the drop-in east coast swing lesson &/or the dance!
Swing dance for all ages and skill levels. No partner required. Proceeds go to community outreach.
Entrance by North door from upper parking.
Parental/adult accompaniment recommended for dancers under 15 years of age.
Doors open 7:00 pm
Intro Lesson: 7:15-8:00
Dance: 8:00-10:30
Cost:
Age 12-14: $5
Age 15+: $10
Families: $25