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  • Social Dance Showcase

    1:00pm - 8:00pm

    Black man in plaid shirt dances with woman in a floral dress in the bumper car pavilion. other people in the background are also dancing.
    Description

    The Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture is pleased to present another Social Dance Showcase over Labor Day Weekend! Join us for two days of FREE social dances with live music, and get a taste of a variety of different styles of dance!

    There will be a short beginner lesson at the start of each dance, and the dances are open to everyone of all skill levelsNo partner required. Proof of Covid-19 vaccination is not required, but face masks are highly recommended.  Schedule is subject to change and will be updated with more information and performer info as the Showcase approaches.

    Monday, September 5 (Labor Day, 1:00pm - 8:00pm)

     

    Presenter
    Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture
    Location
    Bumper Car Pavilion
    Admission
    FREE
    Phone
    301-634-2222
    Event Type

    Social Dance Showcase

    2:00pm - 10:00pm

    Black young man in plaid shirt dances with White young woman in a floral dress in the bumper car pavilion. other people in the background are also dancing.
    Description

    The Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture is pleased to present another Social Dance Showcase over Labor Day Weekend! Join us for two days of FREE social dances with live music, and get a taste of a variety of different styles of dance!

    There will be a short beginner lesson at the start of each dance, and the dances are open to everyone of all skill levelsNo partner required. Proof of Covid-19 vaccination is not required, but face masks are highly recommended.  Schedule is subject to change and will be updated with more information and performer info as the Showcase approaches.

    Sunday, September 4 (2:00pm - 10:00pm)

    • 2:00pm - 4:00pm  Waltz Dance with Waltz Time
    • 4:30pm - 6:30pm  Blues Dance with Capital Blues 
    • 7:00pm - 10:00pm  Swing Dance with DCLX

     

    Presenter
    Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture
    Location
    Bumper Car Pavilion
    Admission
    FREE
    Phone
    301-634-2222
    Event Type

    One Day Swing Workshop with Tony Fraser & Jaime Shannon

    12:00pm - 3:30pm

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    Description

    Gottaswing presents an afternoon of special dance workshops with Tony and Jaime designed to shore up your foundation, improve your skills, and expand your vocabulary. No partner required, suitable for all levels.

    12:00 -1:00 pm CHARLESTON FUNCTION OVER FLASH
    1:15 - 2:15pm LINDY BOOT CAMP
    2:30 - 3:30pm SWING-OUT VARIATIONS

    For more information about the event, ticketing, and Covid health policies visit the presenter's website here >>

    Presenter
    Gottaswing
    Location
    Spanish Ballroom
    Admission
    $20 advance registration only
    Event Type

    Swing Dance with HOT TODDIES JAZZ BAND

    8:00pm - 11:30pm

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    Description

    Gottaswing presents a swing dance with NYC’s HOT TODDIES JAZZ BAND. For more information about the event, ticketing, and Covid health policies visit the presenter's website here >>

    • Beginner swing lesson with Tom and Debra 8-9pm; dance 9-11:30pm (band plays two sets)
    • Admission $20/person advanced sales (credit card only); $30/person at the door. Advanced ticket sales ends at 12noon on Saturday, September 10. All ticket sales are final; no refunds or credits.

    Presenter
    Gottaswing
    Location
    Spanish Ballroom
    Admission
    $20 in advance/$30 at the door
    Event Type

    Swing Dance with France's HOT SUGAR BAND

    8:00 pm - 9:00 pm Lesson

    9:00 pm - 12:00 am Dance

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    Description

    Gottaswing presents a swing dance with France’s HOT SUGAR BAND. For more information about the event, ticketing, and Covid health policies visit the co-presenter's website here >>

    • Beginner swing lesson with Tom and Debra 8-9pm; dance 9pm-12midnight
    • Admission $25/person advanced sales (credit card only); $35/person at the door. Advanced ticket sales ends at 12noon on Saturday, July 16. All ticket sales are final; no refunds or credits.

    Presenter
    Gottaswing
    Location
    Spanish Ballroom
    Admission
    $25 in advance/$35 at the door
    Event Type

    Swing Dance with SCOTT SILBERT ALL-STARS

    8:00pm - 11:30pm

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    Description

    Gottaswing presents a swing dance with SCOTT SILBERT ALL-STARS. For more information about the event, ticketing, and Covid health policies visit the presenter's website here >>

    • Beginner swing lesson with Tom and Debra 8-9pm; dance 9-11:30pm (band plays two sets)
    • Admission $20/person advanced sales (credit card only); $30/person at the door. Advanced ticket sales ends at 12noon on Saturday, July 2. All ticket sales are final; no refunds or credits.

    Presenter
    Gottaswing
    Location
    Bumper Car Pavilion
    Admission
    $20 in advance/$30 at the door
    Event Type

    Swing Dance with HOT CLUB OF BALTIMORE

    8:00pm - 11:30pm

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    Description

    Gottaswing presents a swing dance with HOT CLUB OF BALTIMORE. For more information about the event, ticketing, and Covid health policies visit the presenter's website here >>

    • Beginner swing lesson with Tom and Debra 8-9pm; dance 9-11:30pm (band plays two sets)
    • Admission $20/person advanced sales (credit card only); $30/person at the door. Advanced ticket sales ends at 12noon on Saturday, August 20. All ticket sales are final; no refunds or credits.

    Presenter
    Gottaswing
    Location
    Bumper Car Pavilion
    Admission
    $20 in advance/$30 at the door
    Event Type

    Swing Dance with GOOD SHOT JUDY

    8:00pm - 11:30pm

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    Description

    Gottaswing presents a swing dance with GOOD SHOT JUDY. For more information about the event, ticketing, and Covid health policies visit the presenter's website here >>

    • Beginner swing lesson with Tom and Debra 8-9pm; dance 9-11:30pm (band plays two sets)
    • Admission $20/person advanced sales (credit card only); $30/person at the door. Advanced ticket sales ends at 12noon on Saturday, July 9. All ticket sales are final; no refunds or credits.

    Presenter
    Gottaswing
    Location
    Bumper Car Pavilion
    Admission
    $20 in advance/$30 at the door
    Event Type

    Swing Dance with CRAIG GILDNER AND THE BLUE SKY 5

    8:00pm - 11:30pm

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    Description

    Gottaswing presents a swing dance with CRAIG GILDNER AND THE BLUE SKY 5. For more information about the event, ticketing, and Covid health policies visit the presenter's website here >>

    • Beginner swing lesson with Tom and Debra 8-9pm; dance 9-11:30pm (band plays two sets)
    • Admission $20/person advanced sales (credit card only); $30/person at the door. Advanced ticket sales ends at 12noon on Saturday, July 9. All ticket sales are final; no refunds or credits.

    Presenter
    Gottaswing
    Location
    Bumper Car Pavilion
    Admission
    $20 in advance/$30 at the door
    Event Type

    Swing Dance with SETH KIBEL QUINTET featuring FLO ANITO

    8:30pm - 11:30pm

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    Description

    Gottaswing presents a swing dance with SETH KIBEL QUINTET featuring FLO ANITO. For more information about the event, ticketing, and Covid health policies visit the presenter's website here >>

    • Beginner swing lesson with Tom and Debra 8:30-9pm; dance 9-11:30pm (band plays two sets)
    • Admission $20/person advanced sales (credit card only); $30/person at the door. Advanced ticket sales ends at 12noon on Saturday, May 21. All ticket sales are final; no refunds or credits.

    Presenter
    Gottaswing
    Location
    Bumper Car Pavilion
    Admission
    $20 in advance/$30 at the door
    Event Type
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