This Week in Swing NYC Dance Events – November 3, 2024

The Empire State building and NYC skyline
The Empire State building and NYC skyline fnovemb


Wednesday, November 6

Positively Swingin

7:30 – 10:00 pm
7:30 pm Intro Lesson w/Jenny Sowden / 30 min. / no partner needed
LIVE MUSIC East Village All Stars
Jazz Jam Session afterwards 10pm til late – bring your instrument!
The Keep
205 Cypress Ave.
Artsy Antique Dive Bar
Tile floor, space to dance, outdoor hang out space
Tip the Teach / Tip the Band / No Cover / 1 Drink Minimum / 21+


Wednesday, November 6

Gotham Jazz

HOT TODDIES JAZZ BAND (3x sets 7:30-11:15pm)
w. Hannah Gill, Linus Wyrsch, Jake Handelman, Justin Poindexter, Ian Hutchison, Patrick Soluri
free SWING DANCE LESSON by Jaime at 8:15pm
tap dancer AC LINCOLN
DJ ANDRIUS (7:00-12:00)

every Wednesday 7pm to 12am (doors 5pm)
21 + w ID // No Cover or Minimum!

SOMEWHERE NOWHERE – 112 West 25th Street on 38th fl (btw 6th & 7th ave)
reservation for tables // walk-ins welcome at bar // wood floors & space to dance


Wednesday, November 6

Midtown Swings Social Dance

No dance this week.


Thursday, November 7

Frim Fram Jam – 23rd Frammiversary

Framiversary Party – Free Admission! Request Night! Dance Contest!
8:30-9pm Intro Lesson
9pm-midnight Open Dancing!

DJ’d Dance
$15 ($10 w/ student ID) for DJ nights
Credit/cash accepted at the door
In lieu of admission they are asking everyone to donate to the Black Lindy Hoppers Fund to help support their mission to provide assistance to established and developing dancers, musicians, researchers and community builders endeavoring to be of greater service to community members of African and African diasporic heritage.

YSBD – 37 W 26th St, 2nd floor, NYC
Door code: 7293#

Beautiful venue! Gorgeous Sprung Floor!
Intense A/C! Huge fans! Epic ventilation!


Saturday, November 9

Swing Remix

Cait Jones Sextet!

The Good Shepherd Church
152 W. 66th St.

7:45pm Doors Open
8pm Beginner Class
8:30pm Band
12am Close
DJ: Paul Okin

Pricing and Adv Tix
Ticket links:
$25 Advance price
Chase Quick Pay/Zelle
SwingRemix@gmail.com
Venmo: @SwingRemix
Tel digits 5286
https://www.venmo.com/u/SwingRemix
ADVANCE TIX TILL 5pm (anything received after 5pm will be billed $30)
Door price $30 CASH ONLY!
No refunds


Saturday, November 9

Saturday Night Blues

2nd Saturday of every month for dancing at Tada! Youth Theater

Price:
$20 lesson and dance
$15 dance only
$10 late night (after 11:30pm)
Schedule:
8:30pm – 9:30pm: Intermediate Lesson
9:30 – 12:30am: DJ’d music
This is an INTERMEDIATE level class. You should have some dance experience to get the most out of this class.

8:30pm – 12:30am
15 W. 28th Street, 3rd Floor, NY, NY


Sunday, November 10

Central Park Swings

Swing DJ
DANCE LESSON: during band breaks
FREE ($10 donation suggested)

Event should take place if the weather is good (above 50 degrees and sunshine)
Announcements will be made on the day of if a cancellation/postponement is necessary.
Our King Jagiello statue plaza is a collaborative with Alex’s socials.

Home

King Jagiello Plaza, overlooking Turtle Pond and Belvidere Castle.
East side at 79th St.
3:30-6:00pm

Eileen’s Note: Check their website before heading out to confirm it’s happening due to last minute cancellations.


Monday, November 11

Back Room Speakeasy Sessions

Back Room 102 Norfolk St
Doors at 7:30pm; 9pm-12:30am (Band)
No cover – Vaccination Not Required
Band starts the show – opening it up to a vocal and instrumental jam session! Bring your axe, voice, dancing shoes!

No cover – tips appreciated
Wood floor for dancing!
Prohibition style drinks in teacups
Swing / big band tunes in band breaks!
EVERY MON! NEVER A COVER!!!! ALWAYS GOOD TIMES…
(NO FUR / 21+ / TIPS APPRECIATED)
Presented by Svetlana and the Backroom


Tuesday, November 12

Stomp House

An intimage party focusing on great swing music of all tempos, and throw in some Soul, BeBop, AfroCuban, Waltz… The party also strongly encourages switch dancing, individual dancing and jam.

9:30-11:30pm

DJ’d Dance
$15

YSBD – 37 W 26th St, 2nd floor, NYC
Door code: 7293#


Wednesday, November 13

Midtown Swings Social Dance

9:00-11:45pm
Includes free 30 min drop-in lesson
Sprung wood floor

Emmanuel Pierre-Antoine Dance Studio
320 West 37th St., 2nd Floor
General admission: $15
Midtown Swings students: $5


Wednesday, November 13

Gotham Jazz

HOT TODDIES JAZZ BAND (3x sets 7:30-11:15pm)
w. Hannah Gill, Linus Wyrsch, Jake Handelman, Max O’Rourke, Ian Hutchison, Patrick Soluri
free SWING DANCE LESSON by Jaime at 8:15pm
DJ ANDRIUS (7:00-12:00)

every Wednesday 7pm to 12am (doors 5pm)
21 + w ID // No Cover or Minimum!

SOMEWHERE NOWHERE – 112 West 25th Street on 38th fl (btw 6th & 7th ave)
reservation for tables // walk-ins welcome at bar // wood floors & space to dance


Wednesday, November 13

Swing Night with Buck and a Quarter

Swing Night with Buck And A Quarter at the Francis Kite Club!
Two sets for dancing
7:30pm: Lesson on Charleston Patterns (beyond basics) dance lesson by the legend Roddy Caravella
8:30pm-10pm: Buck and a quarter
$10 pp or $15 per couple.

40 Loisaida Avenue (Ave. C), Manhattan. Doors open with a dance lesson at 7, followed by dancing 8-10 on the big wood floor! $10 cover – either in advance through the ticket link or at the door, cash, card or Venmo – and dancers: give the password “swordfish” for a discounted admission – $15 for two!


Thursday, November 14

Frim Fram Jam
8:30-9pm Intro Lesson
9pm-midnight Open Dancing!

DJ’d Dance
$15 ($10 w/ student ID) for DJ nights
Credit/cash accepted at the door

YSBD – 37 W 26th St, 2nd floor, NYC
Door code: 7293#

Beautiful venue! Gorgeous Sprung Floor!
Intense A/C! Huge fans! Epic ventilation!


Sunday, November 10

Central Park Swings

Swing DJ
DANCE LESSON: during band breaks
FREE ($10 donation suggested)

Event should take place if the weather is good (above 50 degrees and sunshine)
Announcements will be made on the day of if a cancellation/postponement is necessary.
Our King Jagiello statue plaza is a collaborative with Alex’s socials.

Home

King Jagiello Plaza, overlooking Turtle Pond and Belvidere Castle.
East side at 79th St.
4:00-6:00pm

Eileen’s Note: Check their website before heading out to confirm it’s happening due to last minute cancellations.


Sunday, November 17

Sock Hop Sundays

Connolly’s
121 West 45 (between Broadway and 6th Ave)
3rd Floor (Elevator available)
Full menu, full bar (Great place to eat dinner!)
Free street parking on Sunday

6:00PM to 10:00PM
(Doors Open 5:30PM)

Admission: $25. CASH ONLY at the Door
**Includes a coupon for $5 off liquor, wine, beer, soda, or food.
Dress is casual.
Email: sockhopsundays@gmail.com


Monday, November 18

Back Room Speakeasy Sessions

Back Room 102 Norfolk St
Doors at 7:30pm; 9pm-12:30am (Band)
No cover – Vaccination Not Required
Band starts the show – opening it up to a vocal and instrumental jam session! Bring your axe, voice, dancing shoes!

No cover – tips appreciated
Wood floor for dancing!
Prohibition style drinks in teacups
Swing / big band tunes in band breaks!
EVERY MON! NEVER A COVER!!!! ALWAYS GOOD TIMES…
(NO FUR / 21+ / TIPS APPRECIATED)
Presented by Svetlana and the Backroom


Tuesday, November 19

Balboa Practice

Come join us for our monthly Balboa practice at YSBD! We have a Choose Your Own Adventure format, so bring some things you’d like to work on. You don’t have to be currently taking classes at YSBD to attend. All levels of experience are welcome. The event is free but please tip the DJ.
9:30-11:30pm

You Should Be Dancing…! Dance Center
37 W 26th St. 2nd fl (btw 6th Ave & Broadway)
Door code: 7293#


Wednesday, November 20

Midtown Swings Social Dance
Changing to a monthly dance for the rest of 2024 – next dance December 18


Wednesday, November 20

Gotham Jazz

HOT TODDIES JAZZ BAND (3x sets 7:30-11:15pm)
w. Hannah Gill, Linus Wyrsch, Jake Handelman, Justin Poindexter, Philip Ambuel, Patrick Soluri
free SWING DANCE LESSON by Jaime at 8:15pm
Classic Burlesque by Lilin Lace
DJ ANDRIUS (7:00-12:00)

every Wednesday 7pm to 12am (doors 5pm)
21 + w ID // No Cover or Minimum!

SOMEWHERE NOWHERE – 112 West 25th Street on 38th fl (btw 6th & 7th ave)
reservation for tables // walk-ins welcome at bar // wood floors & space to dance


Thursday, November 21

Frim Fram Jam – Third Thursdays
8:30-9pm Intro Lesson
9pm-midnight Open Dancing!

Live Band Night
$25 for band night – ($20 student discount)
Credit/cash accepted at the door

YSBD – 37 W 26th St, 2nd floor, NYC
Door code: 7293#

Beautiful venue! Gorgeous Sprung Floor!
Intense A/C! Huge fans! Epic ventilation!


Friday, November 22

Subway Swing:A Boogie for the Ages

Join us at the Transit Museum in Downtown Brooklyn for an after-hours boogie for the ages! Triple-step your way through our 1936 decommissioned subway station with live jazz bands, the hottest swing dancing, and the slickest vintage outfits!

Ticket price includes admission to the party at the Museum and one drink. Additional drink tickets will be available at our cash bar for $5 each.

Photography and video recording are permitted. However, tripods, stands, selfie sticks, and external lights may not be used. All photographs taken are for personal use only and permission to photograph may be revoked at any time.

All ticket sales are final. Should you be unable to attend the program on the date you reserved, the full price of unused tickets may be treated as a donation to the Transit Museum and is tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. The Museum is not able to provide refunds or reschedule reservations to another date.

6:00 PM ET / Doors open 5:45 PM ET
General Admission: $35 / Members $30
Tickets
For members the discount is applied at checkout.
Children ages 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Questions? Email programs@nytransitmuseum.org.

Eileen’s Note: Band(s) to be announced


Friday, November 22

Chill n’ Fever

Come dance to the sickest wildest 50’s 60’s 45’s you’ve ever heard! Special guest DJ Boppin’ Vic along with your host DJ’s Jukebox Jodi and El Salvaje! Always a fun party!

Otto’s Shrunken Head
536 East 14th Street
9pm- 2am


Sunday, November 24

Central Park Swings

Swing DJ
DANCE LESSON: during band breaks
FREE ($10 donation suggested)

Event should take place if the weather is good (above 50 degrees and sunshine)
Announcements will be made on the day of if a cancellation/postponement is necessary.
Our King Jagiello statue plaza is a collaborative with Alex’s socials.

Home

King Jagiello Plaza, overlooking Turtle Pond and Belvidere Castle.
East side at 79th St.
3:30-6:00pm

Eileen’s Note: Check their website before heading out to confirm it’s happening due to last minute cancellations.


Monday, November 25

Back Room Speakeasy Sessions

Back Room 102 Norfolk St
Doors at 7:30pm; 9pm-12:30am (Band)
No cover – Vaccination Not Required
Band starts the show – opening it up to a vocal and instrumental jam session! Bring your axe, voice, dancing shoes!

No cover – tips appreciated
Wood floor for dancing!
Prohibition style drinks in teacups
Swing / big band tunes in band breaks!
EVERY MON! NEVER A COVER!!!! ALWAYS GOOD TIMES…
(NO FUR / 21+ / TIPS APPRECIATED)
Presented by Svetlana and the Backroom


Tuesday, November 26

White Heat

Monthly dance that celebrates the NYC Balboa Community. While we do provide music for fast feet, there is something for all styles of swing dancers provided.

9:30pm-12:00am
Admission: $15 / $20 at the door
You Should Be Dancing…! Dance Center
37 W 26th St. 2nd fl (btw 6th Ave & Broadway)
Door code: 7293#


Wednesday, November 27

Midtown Swings Social Dance
Changing to a monthly dance for the rest of 2024 – next dance December 18


Thursday, November 28

Frim Fram Jam
Closed for Thanksgiving – Stay Home, Eat Turkey


Saturday, November 30

Saturday Night Swings

Band: Danny Lipsitz & The Brass Tacks
Swing DJ during band breaks

* DANNY LIPSITZ & BRASS TACKS(3x sets 8:20-11:30pm)
* DJ ANDRIUS (8-12 / during band breaks)
* 7:15pm Pre-Party Swing Dance Lesson (Included in price of Admission)
* Refreshments will be available (cash only)

Hosted by Prohibition Productions & YSBD!
$25 in advance / $30 day of

You Should Be Dancing…! Dance Center
37 W 26th St. 2nd fl (btw 6th Ave & Broadway)
Door code: 7293#


December

Molly Ryan and Gordon Au at the Vintage Train Ride


Sunday, December 1

Queer Swing Dance Social\

3-4pm: Beginner Intro Lesson
4-6pm: QSD Social Dance
Christ Church Cobble Hill
326 Clinton St, Brooklyn, NY 11231
No partner or experience necessary
*All events are donation based and require masks
We keep each other safe


Monday, December 2

Back Room Speakeasy Sessions

Back Room 102 Norfolk St
Doors at 7:30pm; 9pm-12:30am (Band)
No cover – Vaccination Not Required
Band starts the show – opening it up to a vocal and instrumental jam session! Bring your axe, voice, dancing shoes!

No cover – tips appreciated
Wood floor for dancing!
Prohibition style drinks in teacups
Swing / big band tunes in band breaks!
EVERY MON! NEVER A COVER!!!! ALWAYS GOOD TIMES…
(NO FUR / 21+ / TIPS APPRECIATED)
Presented by Svetlana and the Backroom


Wednesday, December 4

Midtown Swings Social Dance
Changing to a monthly dance for the rest of 2024 – next dance December 18


Thursday, December 5

Frim Fram Jam
8:30-9pm Intro Lesson
9pm-midnight Open Dancing!

DJ’d Dance
$15 ($10 w/ student ID) for DJ nights
Credit/cash accepted at the door

YSBD – 37 W 26th St, 2nd floor, NYC
Door code: 6325#

Beautiful venue! Gorgeous Sprung Floor!
Intense A/C! Huge fans! Epic ventilation!


Wednesday, December 6

Positively Swingin’

NYC / Swing Dance in Bushwick!
7:30 – 10:00 pm
7:30 pm Intro Lesson w/Me! / 30 min. / no partner needed
LIVE MUSIC East Village All Stars
Jazz Jam Session afterwards 10pm til late – bring your instrument!
The Keep
205 Cypress Ave.
Artsy Antique Dive Bar
Tile floor, space to dance, outdoor hang out space
Tip the Teach / Tip the Band / No Cover / 1 Drink Minimum / 21+


Saturday, December 7

Swing Remix

Band: Gunhild Carling

The Good Shepherd Church
152 W. 66th St. (Bway & Ams)
Doors open 7:30 PM / Beginner lesson 8 PM
Band hits 8:30 PM / Band ends 11:30 PM / Close: 12:00AM
DJ Odysseus Bailer

Door price TBA
AT DOOR CASH ONLY!!!
Advance Tickets links:
TBD Advance price
Chase Quick Pay/Zelle
SwingRemix@gmail.com
Venmo: @RemixDance
Advance tix avail till 5pm day of!


Sunday, December 8

Motown Dance Party

6-10pm
The Penthouse
617 West 46th St.

Wood floor
Dance by Appleton Entertainment
Early bird: $25 (by October 21)
Door: $30

Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/motown-dance-party-tickets-1022991474037?aff=ebdssbdestsearch


Monday, December 9

Back Room Speakeasy Sessions

Back Room 102 Norfolk St
Doors at 7:30pm; 9pm-12:30am (Band)
No cover – Vaccination Not Required
Band starts the show – opening it up to a vocal and instrumental jam session! Bring your axe, voice, dancing shoes!

No cover – tips appreciated
Wood floor for dancing!
Prohibition style drinks in teacups
Swing / big band tunes in band breaks!
EVERY MON! NEVER A COVER!!!! ALWAYS GOOD TIMES…
(NO FUR / 21+ / TIPS APPRECIATED)
Presented by Svetlana and the Backroom


Wednesday, December 11

Midtown Swings Social Dance
Changing to a monthly dance for the rest of 2024 – next dance December 18


Thursday, December 12

Frim Fram Jam
8:30-9pm Intro Lesson
9pm-midnight Open Dancing!

DJ’d Dance
$15 ($10 w/ student ID) for DJ nights
Credit/cash accepted at the door

YSBD – 37 W 26th St, 2nd floor, NYC
Door code: 6325#

Beautiful venue! Gorgeous Sprung Floor!
Intense A/C! Huge fans! Epic ventilation!


Saturday, December 14

Saturday Night Blues

2nd Saturday of every month for dancing at Tada! Youth Theater

Price:
$20 lesson and dance
$15 dance only
$10 late night (after 11:30pm)
Schedule:
8:30pm – 9:30pm: Intermediate Lesson
9:30 – 12:30am: DJ’d music
This is an INTERMEDIATE level class. You should have some dance experience to get the most out of this class.

8:30pm – 12:30am
15 W. 28th Street, 3rd Floor, NY, NY


Monday, December 16

Back Room Speakeasy Sessions

Back Room 102 Norfolk St
Doors at 7:30pm; 9pm-12:30am (Band)
No cover – Vaccination Not Required
Band starts the show – opening it up to a vocal and instrumental jam session! Bring your axe, voice, dancing shoes!

No cover – tips appreciated
Wood floor for dancing!
Prohibition style drinks in teacups
Swing / big band tunes in band breaks!
EVERY MON! NEVER A COVER!!!! ALWAYS GOOD TIMES…
(NO FUR / 21+ / TIPS APPRECIATED)
Presented by Svetlana and the Backroom


Tuesday, December 17

Balboa Practice

Come join us for our monthly Balboa practice at YSBD! We have a Choose Your Own Adventure format, so bring some things you’d like to work on. You don’t have to be currently taking classes at YSBD to attend. All levels of experience are welcome. The event is free but please tip the DJ.
9:30-11:30pm

You Should Be Dancing…! Dance Center
37 W 26th St. 2nd fl (btw 6th Ave & Broadway)
Door code: 6325#


Wednesday, December 18

Midtown Swings Social Dance

Holiday Dance
Emmanuel Pierre-Antoine Dance Studio

9:00-11:45pm
Includes free 30 min drop-in lesson
Sprung wood floor

Emmanuel Pierre-Antoine Dance Studio
320 West 37th St., 2nd Floor
General admission: $15
Midtown Swings students: $5


Thursday, December 19

Frim Fram Jam – Third Thursdays
8:30-9pm Intro Lesson
9pm-midnight Open Dancing!

Live Band Night
$25 for band night – ($20 student discount)
Credit/cash accepted at the door

YSBD – 37 W 26th St, 2nd floor, NYC
Door code: 6325#

Beautiful venue! Gorgeous Sprung Floor!
Intense A/C! Huge fans! Epic ventilation!


Saturday, December 21

Saturday Night Swings

Holiday Bash with Gordon Webster
Saturday Night Swings on Dec 21st:
* GORDON WEBSTER: Holiday Bash (3x sets 8:20-11:30pm)
* DJ ANDRIUS (8-12 / during band breaks)
* 7:15pm Pre-Party Swing Dance Lesson (Included in price of Admission)
* Refreshments will be available (cash only)
Hosted by Prohibition Productions & YSBD!

Join us every month for the best swing bands in town at the gorgeous new YSBD studios… with an amazing floor, plenty of space, cash bar and tons of AC!
* Refreshments will be available (cash only)
$25 in advance / $30 day of

You Should Be Dancing…! Dance Center
37 W 26th St. 2nd fl (btw 6th Ave & Broadway)
Door code: 6325#


Monday, December 23

Back Room Speakeasy Sessions

Back Room 102 Norfolk St
Doors at 7:30pm; 9pm-12:30am (Band)
No cover – Vaccination Not Required
Band starts the show – opening it up to a vocal and instrumental jam session! Bring your axe, voice, dancing shoes!

No cover – tips appreciated
Wood floor for dancing!
Prohibition style drinks in teacups
Swing / big band tunes in band breaks!
EVERY MON! NEVER A COVER!!!! ALWAYS GOOD TIMES…
(NO FUR / 21+ / TIPS APPRECIATED)
Presented by Svetlana and the Backroom


Wednesday, December 25

Midtown Swings Social Dance

No Dance this week


Thursday, December 26

Frim Fram Jam – No Fram this week

No Fram – Happy New Year – See you in 2025!


Saturday, December 28

Lindyland’s Year Ending Dance Party

Lindyland Dance Party
Details to be announced
7:30pm – 11:30pm
Good Shepherd Faith Presbyterian Church
152 West 66th St, NY

Eileen’s Note: Event is definitely happening, more details


Monday, December 30

Back Room Speakeasy Sessions

Back Room 102 Norfolk St
Doors at 7:30pm; 9pm-12:30am (Band)
No cover – Vaccination Not Required
Band starts the show – opening it up to a vocal and instrumental jam session! Bring your axe, voice, dancing shoes!

No cover – tips appreciated
Wood floor for dancing!
Prohibition style drinks in teacups
Swing / big band tunes in band breaks!
EVERY MON! NEVER A COVER!!!! ALWAYS GOOD TIMES…
(NO FUR / 21+ / TIPS APPRECIATED)
Presented by Svetlana and the Backroom


Eileen’s Note: Holding off on most Christmas Week – weekly events, until we get closer to the date and I get confirmation from organizers.


For information on how to swing dance, please check out:Swing Dance Lessons