Hi everyone,
We hope you’ve had a fantastic week! A quick reminder that next Monday our Balboa + Lindy Hop classes are on, with doors opening at 7:00pm and social dancing until 10:30pm. Complete beginners are very welcome! Full details below.
As March comes to a close, there’s plenty happening this weekend and next month. Check out these upcoming events:
27th March (tonight) – East Coast Swing Band
📍 Northern Rugby Club
A 22-piece big band playing classic swing arrangements from the 1940s to today, with some new repertoire to showcase.
🔗 Details
27–29th March – Fast Feet Fest 2026
📍 Glasgow
A high-energy weekend celebrating Balboa and Collegiate Shag, featuring international teachers and fantastic social dancing.
🔗 Details & Tickets
28th March – Bal Brunch
📍 Holy Hobo
Join our monthly social dance hosted by Geoff and Mim. Three DJ sets, food & share table, vintage bring & buy, and a special dress code if you wish.
🔗 Details
29th March – House of the Black Gardenia Album Launch
📍 Pilgrim
An evening of vintage swing, smoky blues, and macabre mischief in true speakeasy style, celebrating the launch of Mazurka in Jazz.
🔗 Details & Tickets
11th April – Hoodoo Blues Dance Night
📍 The Globe
A fantastic night of dancing to Blues and other tunes. Starts with a beginner-friendly dance class, followed by social dancing until midnight. All levels welcome.
🔗 Details & Tickets
12th April – Swing Out at The Cluny
📍 The Cluny
Our seasonal swing-out is back! There will be a beginner class open for public, followed by live music social dancing from the Niffi Oseyemi Trio. All PAYF goes to the band.
🔗 Event Details
12th April – Venus Beach Club
📍 The Cluny
Catch them playing a mix of swinging soul, rocking rhythm & blues, jump jive, and good vibes. Music kicks off after 5pm ish.
18th April – Swing Band Dance Night with The Bright Street Band
📍 Sunderland Culture Centre
An unforgettable evening with a short dance taster workshop led by Joo-Lee & Andy. All welcome, whether you’re seasoned or just starting out.
🔗 Details & Tickets
24–26th April – Northallerton Balboa Workshop & Social dance
📍 Northallerton
Email info@alljazzedup.com for details and tickets.
5–7th June – Summer Tyne Swing
📍 Northumbria University campus
Tickets are still available for our very own fantastic weekender! Two days of workshops (three streams of dance styles) plus three nights of social dancing with live bands and DJs. Share with friends across the country – the more, the merrier!
🔗 Tickets & Info
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