Events

Upcoming events!
Check out these events and also like the facebook page to get a weekly list of swing dance and music events at www.facebook.com/AZLindy

Spring 2025

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Swing Dance for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona
(and come celebrate Steve Conrad's 50th birthday!)
Saturday, April 5th  6:00pm-9:30pm
BBBSAZ - 1615 E. Osborn Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85016
Overflow Parking at Thema - 1725 E. Osborn Rd., Phoenix, AZ

Join us for a fun dance lesson and dance at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona. We will start the evening off with a swing dance lesson at 6:00pm for all ages, followed by a DJ'd dance playing music and videos from the jazz era from 6:30pm-9:30pm. There will also be a Shim Sham lesson at 8:30pm.
Come dance on the huge wood dance floor, enjoy outdoor games such as ping pong and cornhole, and get food from the Charred Brunch Food Truck.

General public: $20 admission or $10 and a kitchen trash bag (13 gallon) full of donated clothes. Includes dance lesson, dance, and drinks (water and sodas).

All ages welcome, no partner needed, beginners welcome!
https://www.facebook.com/events/1700414387238859

You can still receive a 2024 dollar-for-dollar Arizona state tax credit up to $938 through April 15, 2025! Give at www.bbbsaz.org/donate

ABOUT BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF CENTRAL ARIZONA
For 70 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona has operated under the belief that, inherent in every child is the ability to succeed and thrive in life and our mission is to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. As the nation’s largest donor and volunteer-supported mentoring network, Big Brothers Big Sisters makes meaningful, monitored matches between adult volunteers (“Bigs”) and children (“Littles”), ages six through 18, in Maricopa County and Pinal County. We develop positive relationships that have a direct and lasting effect on the lives of young people, as well as our Big volunteers. For more information, contact BBBSAZ at 602-264-BIGS or visit www.bbbsaz.org

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Celebrate the MIM's 15th Anniversary - Swing dance lesson and dancing
Friday, April 4th, 2025
Embark on a musical journey around the globe in celebration of MIM’s 15th anniversary! Diverse performances, hands-on learning experiences, and thrilling musical encounters will bring MIM’s immense collection to life.
Included with paid museum admission; free for members
Programming supported in part by the Phoenix Office of Arts and Culture and Arizona Commission on the Arts
https://mim.org/events/celebrate-mims-15th-anniversary/2025-04-04/

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West Coast Swing and Country Cruise to the Bahamas
April 7-11, 2025
Miami, FL ► Nassau, Bahamas ► Princess Cays, Bahamas
Classes with instructors from all over the US, dances every night on the ship, dances on beaches.
Instructors: Sarah Breck (Boise, ID), Robert Campos, Jr. and Brigette Camille-Campos (Phoenix, AZ), Steve Conrad (Phoenix, AZ), and more! Classes during days at sea, dances at night on the ship to our DJs and the ship's live music! Singles and couples welcome.
Prices start at only $469 for an inside cabin (per person based on double occupancy). Taxes and port fees are already included in this price. Ocean view and Balcony cabins available, too!
Plus dance fee and optional travel insurance available.
www.DanceCruisers.com

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Casino Fundraiser for Project Cure
Saturday, April 12th  7pm-10pm
Come join us at the 12th Annual Project C.U.R.E. Casino Party Fundraiser! Hosted by dancers Brian and Irene Fabig, the annual casino night is a lot of fun.

A $25 donation will get you $25 worth of chips to play.
At 10 pm you can exchange your chips for raffle tickets and choose which prize raffles you would like to enter. There will also be a 50/50 raffle, so you have even more chances to win!

Finger foods and drinks will be available to keep you playing.

More info. and RSVP: https://evite.me/cHSzAdC9XN

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Viva Las Vegas Rockabilly Weekender
April 24th-27th
At The Orleans Hotel - 4500 W. Tropicana Ave, Las Vegas, NV
The Viva Las Vegas Rockabilly Weekender is the largest and most respected Rockabilly festival in the world and is now the longest-running music festival in Las Vegas, having just celebrated its 27th anniversary. The Weekender annually attracts over 20,000 attendees to The Orleans Hotel and Casino for four nonstop days of music, hot rods, dancing, burlesque, and partying.
This festival features the best Rockabilly music from over 75 world-renowned bands and legends of Rockabilly as well as dozens of wild DJs, sure to keep you on your feet. Past headliners include: Jerry Lee Lewis, Wanda Jackson, Little Richard, Chuck Berry, Brian Setzer, Brenda Lee, Dita Von Teese and so many more!
Join us for the biggest Rockabilly party in the world!
6 Music Stages with more than 100 bands, huge dance floors in most rooms, Burlesque Shows, Car Show, Tattoo Lounge, Pin-Up Contest, Tiki Pool Parties, Vintage Swimsuit Competition, Viva Las Bowling!, Fashion Show, Jiving Classes & Contest, Guitar Geek Festival, All Nite Jumpin’ Showcase, Glamour Ball, Sober and Singles Meetups, Hair & Make-up services, On site Weddings, great vendors, and more!
Tickets are $50-$220, all ages welcome
https://www.vivalasvegas.net/

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Arizona Tiki Oasis
April 24th-27th
Hotel Valley Ho - Scottsdale
Arizona Tiki Oasis is a celebration of Tiki and Mid-Century style. Tiki Oasis was founded upon a concern for architectural preservation of mid-century design. We are proud to partner with one of the most successful and exquisite examples of mid-century restoration and preservation in America — the Hotel Valley Ho! The Phoenix area, AKA the Valley of the Sun, has a long, rich history of Tiki Style. The warm weather of Scottsdale and the sumptuous comfort of the 4-Diamond resort make the Arizona Tiki Oasis weekend a relaxed and luxurious experience.
Rockabilly Bands performing at the event and poolside including Pat Roberts and the Heymakers on Friday night!
https://www.aztikioasis.com/

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Classes with Steve Conrad at Village Club locations in 2025

Country Swing (Beginning):
DC Ranch Village (N. Scottsdale): Wednesdays 6pm, April 23rd - May 21st
Gainey Village (Scottsdale): Sundays at 4pm, April 27th - June 1st
Camelback Village (Arcadia): Sundays at 6pm, April 27th - June 1st

Country Two-Step and Line Dancing (Beginning):
Ocotillo Village (Chandler): Sundays at 2pm, April 27th - June 1st

East Coast Swing (Beginning):
DC Ranch Village: Wednesdays 6pm, June 25th - July 30th
Gainey Village: Sundays at 4pm, June 29 - July 27th
Camelback Village: Sundays at 6pm, June 29 - July 27th
Ocotillo Village (Chandler): Sundays at 2pm, June 29 - July 27th

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Swing Sunday School - Lindy Hop Workshop at Dancewise 
Sunday, May 4th 11am - 1pm
Join the Arizona Lindy Hop Society for an exciting new Lindy Hop workshop that will have you on the dance floor feeling more confident and having fun. We will focus on rhythm, connection, and fun moves for leading and following.

Dancewise Dance Studio: 5555 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ
11:00am: Lindy Hop FUNdamentals
12:00pm: Lindy Hop Beyond FUNdamentals
All ages welcome, no partner needed.
$15 per person, per class (class cards available to bring price to $11)

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Two-Step Tuesday at the Dirty Drummer
Tuesday, May 6th 7pm-9pm
Join us for a fun Arizona Two-Step class at the Dirty Drummer in Phoenix and then join us as we try our new steps to a country DJ (probably some swing mixed in, too) We will do this once a month. Try something new!
Dirty Drummer - 2303 N 44th St, Phoenix
7:00pm-9:00pm, 21+, no partner needed.
$10 per person, class cards welcome

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Lindy, Shag, and Soul Cruise to Baja, California
November 6-10, 2025
Join us for the Lindy, Shag, and Soul Cruise, happening November 6-10, 2025. We will have an amazing time in California and Mexico.

Here are our ports: Long Beach, CA ► Catalina Island, CA ► Ensenada, MEX

This will be an 4-day Lindy, Collegiate Shag, and Soul Cruise aboard the Carnival Radiance while dancing our way to paradise!

We leave from the Carnival Port in Long Beach, CA (right next to the Queen Mary). Come in early for local dances in Orange County/Los Angeles and head to the warm beaches and crystal-clear waters.
Classes during days at sea, dances on beaches, dances on Catalina Island and at a winery in Ensenada, and dances at night on the ship to our DJs and the ship's live music!
Learn to dance from top international instructors from around the U.S. with classes in Lindy Hop, Shag, Soul, Balboa, Charleston, vintage jazz steps & line dances, and so much more! Beginning to advanced level classes.

Instructors include:
• Stephen Sayer and Karine Hermes (Los Angeles, CA)
• David Frutos and Kim Clever (Ventura, CA)
• Steve Conrad (Phoenix, AZ)
• Camille Hartley (Wilmington, NC)
• Jerry Warwick (Dallas, TX)

Singles and couples welcome - plenty of partners for everyone. We will enjoy our dance lessons and continue the fun at our private dance cocktail parties! We dine as a group and we have some fun theme nights too!
The fun never stops and you will make memories and friends that can last a lifetime.
You MUST book with our group to participate in the dances, workshops, and group dining!
Prices start at:
$399 Inside cabin, $449 ocean view, $599 balcony (per person, based on double occupancy).
Note: Prices can change once our block is sold. Price does not include taxes, and dance fee.
Optional travel insurance available.

Dance fee: Only $249 for all dance classes, dances, dance events held on Catalina Island, dance events held in Ensenada, swag, and more for four days! EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: Only $149 before April 30, 2025
Note: The dance fee is fully refundable up to 60 days before the cruise begins.
Please mention where you heard about the cruise when you book.
www.LindyCruise.com

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More dance cruises coming soon!
Highlight video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oOFrUZTMr24

Swingin' on the Sea Lindy and Balboa Cruise to the Eastern Caribbean
April 4-12, 2026 (Sat.-Sun.)
Orlando > Grand Turk > San Juan, Puerto Rico > St. Maarten > St. Thomas
8-Day Eastern Caribbean from Orlando, FL on Carnival
Dancing and exploring in Orlando with events and dances at Disney World and Universal Studios before the cruise. Then travel to incredible exotic islands in the Eastern Caribbean including Grand Turk, Puerto Rico, St. Maarten, and St. Thomas.
8 days of dancing, workshops, and adventure!! Teachers from around the US with classes in Lindy hop, East Coast Swing, Balboa, Shag, Charleston, & more!

Instructors include:
• Steve Conrad (Phoenix, AZ)
• Terry & Cindy Gardner (Minneapolis, MN)
• Paul Riding and Laura Evans (Corona and Irvine, CA)
• Jerry & Kathy Warwick (Dallas, TX)

Singles and couples welcome - plenty of partners for everyone. We will enjoy our dance lessons and continue the fun at our private dance cocktail parties! We dine as a group and we have some fun theme nights too!
The fun never stops and you will make memories and friends that can last a lifetime.

Prices start at only $879 for an inside cabin (per person based on double occ.)

Please mention where you heard about the cruise when you book!
Register today at www.LindyCruise.com

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