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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Two-Step Tuesday at the Dirty Drummer
Tuesday, May 6th 7pm-10pm
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!
Live Country and Swing music with the Cole Clark band after the lesson!
Dirty Drummer - 2303 N 44th St, Phoenix
7:00pm-10:00pm, 21+, no partner needed.
$10 per person, class cards welcome

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Swing Dance for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona
Saturday, May 10th  6:00pm-9:00pm
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-9:00pm. There will also be a line dance lesson (Shivers) at 7:30pm
Come dance on the huge wood dance floor, enjoy outdoor games such as ping pong and cornhole, and get food from our food vendor.

We will also have a crafting table for Mother's Day (which occurs on the next day)!

General public: $10 admission includes dance lesson, dance, and drinks (water and sodas), and one raffle ticket for great prizes including Camp Jitterbug and private dance lessons.
*Get more raffle tickets for $10 each or for each kitchen trash bag (13 gallon) full of donated clothes.

All ages welcome, no partner needed, beginners welcome!

After the dance at BBBSAZ, head over to the Cove for late night dancing!
Saturday 5/10 - Late night fast feet 10pm-midnight - no lesson ($10)
2240 W Desert Cove Avenue, Ste 109, Phoenix AZ

You can receive a 2025 dollar-for-dollar Arizona state tax credit up to $495 (filing single) or $987 (filing jointly) through April 15, 2026! 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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Calling all golfers! Tee Up For Kids for Big Brothers Big Sisters at Topgolf Scottsdale
Saturday, May 17th, 2025
Join us for the Topgolf Tournament hosted by our Young Professionals Council and presented by Alliance Bank on May 17th, 2025, at Topgolf in Scottsdale. This family-friendly event is perfect for all skill levels! Sign up as an individual, purchase a full bay for 6, or join us as a sponsor! Feel free to play as you wish or join in the competition for an opportunity to win some amazing prizes.
Prizes include swing dance events, lessons, music instruments, vacations, and lots more (You don't have to attend to bid on items)
Information regarding sponsorships and individual tickets available here: https://www.bbbsaz.org/events/teeupforkids/

Information for the raffle which goes live online on May 10th will be posted on the FB event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/1181030543217667

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The Cove - New Saturday Swing Night in Phoenix near I-17 and Peoria

The Cove Swing Club is here! New walls, new dance floor, new ac, a new sound system, and new furniture for the lounge. Come down, check out the new digs, and have a great night of dancing!

Saturday Nights!
2240 W Desert Cove Avenue, Ste 109, Phoenix AZ
$10 per person. No partner necessary
7:10pm : Swing Dance lesson
8:00pm - 11:00pm - Dancing to DJ or a live band

Note: Saturday 5/10 - is only late night after the dance at BBBSAZ
10pm-midnight - no lesson ($10), All ages welcome.

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Camp Jitterbug in Seattle

May 23-26, 2025 in Seattle, WA
Camp Jitterbug is an annual Jazz & Swing Dance Festival celebrating Black vernacular Jazz and Swing dances. Our mission is to bring together Jazz dance enthusiasts from all over the world to celebrate this art form through workshops, live music, lectures, social dances, competitions, performances and more, featuring top instructors, musicians and lecturers. We are dedicated to providing a vibrant and inclusive space for dancers to connect, learn, and share their passion for dance.
Come join us for our 25th anniversary!
https://www.campjitterbug.com/

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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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LIVE MUSIC AND SWING DANCE EVENTS:
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