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Billy Novick & the Shades of Swing at Q Ballroom
Dance all night with your friends to: Billy Novick & the Shades of Swing!
Evening Schedule:
Beginner Swing Dance Lesson (included w/ price of admission): 8:00pm – 9:00pm
Swing Dancing: 9:00pm – 11:45pm
Admission Information:
Advance General Admission: $18
Advance Students and Seniors (with Valid ID): $13
Advance ticket link here.
At-the-door Admission:
General: $20
Student/Senior: $15
Q Ballroom Address:
26 New Street, Suite 3
Cambridge, MA 02138
DJ Night – Fri May 26th – World Lindy Hop Day
Music from some of our favorite local DJs: Mari Foster and Kevin Linn! Come celebrate World Lindy Hop Day! Frankie Manning’s birthday!
Beginner Swing Lesson (included w/ price of admission): 8:00pm – 9:00pm
Social Dancing: 9:00pm – 11:45pm
Note: Advance tickets will be available until Thursday at midnight, after that time, you may have to wait and get tickets at-the-door (sometimes we close ticketing on Friday afternoon).
Advance Tickets (day before dance) (click here):
General Admission: $11
Students (w/ Valid ID) and Seniors (65+): $8
At-the-door (Day of Dance) admission: $13
Students (w/ Valid ID) and Seniors (65+): $10
Q Ballroom
26 New Street, Suite 3
Cambridge, MA 02138
Annie & The Fur Trappers at Q Ballroom
Beginner Swing Dance Lesson (included w/ price of admission): 8:00pm – 9:00pm
Swing Dancing: 9:00pm – 11:45pm
Advance General Admission: $18
Advance Students and Seniors (with Valid ID): $13
Advance ticket link: Annie & The Fur Trappers at Q Ballroom
General: $20
Student/Senior: $15
We are currently Masks Optional (but recommended). We are no longer requiring proof of vaccination. If the COVID situation changes, we will adjust accordingly.
26 New Street, Suite 3
Cambridge, MA 02138
The River Street Six Band at Q Ballroom
Beginner Swing Dance Lesson (included w/ price of admission): 8:00pm – 9:00pm
Swing Dancing: 9:00pm – 11:45pm
Advance General Admission: $15
Advance Students and Seniors (with Valid ID): $10
Advance ticket link: The River Street Six at Q Ballroom
General: $20
Student/Senior: $15
-Similar to all previous dances, we will have limited attendance and will require all attendees to show proof of full vaccination.
-Masks are optional for this dance
26 New Street, Suite 3
Cambridge, MA 02138
Justin Meyer’s Lemonade Brigade at Q Ballroom (and special Star Wars dance!)
Beginner Swing Dance Lesson (included w/ price of admission): 8:00pm – 9:00pm
Swing Dancing: 9:00pm – 11:45pm
Advance General Admission: $18
Advance Students and Seniors (with Valid ID): $13
Advance ticket link: Justin Meyer’s Lemonade Brigade dance
General: $20
Student/Senior: $15
-Similar to all previous dances, we will have limited attendance and will require all attendees to show proof of full vaccination including booster.
-Masks are optional for this dance.
26 New Street, Suite 3
Cambridge, MA 02138
Rocco & The Stompers at Q Ballroom
Beginner Swing Dance Lesson (included w/ price of admission): 8:00pm – 9:00pm
Swing Dancing: 9:00pm – 11:45pm
Advance General Admission: $19
Advance Students and Seniors (with Valid ID): $13
Advance ticket link: Rocco and the Stompers Advance Tickets
General: $21
Student/Senior: $15
-Similar to all previous dances, we will have limited attendance and will require all attendees to show proof of full vaccination including booster.
-Masks are optional.
26 New Street, Suite 3
Cambridge, MA 02138
WBSC Radio Show with DJ Vinyl Vince
Tune in to WBSC live! Come and dance as Omari DJs an all vinyl, live radio show as “DJ Vinyl Vince”. You’ll hear the best swing music from your old favorites, to new treasures. Truly a night to remember! One night only!
*Evening Schedule*
Beginner Swing Dance Lesson (included w/ price of admission): 8:00pm – 9:00pm
Swing Dancing: 9:00pm – 11:45pm
*Admission Information*
Advance General Admission: $11
Advance Students and Seniors (with Valid ID): $8
Advance ticket link
At-the-door Admission:
General: $13
Student/Senior: $10
*COVID Information*
-Similar to all previous dances, we will have limited attendance and will require all attendees to show proof of full vaccination.
-Masks policy will be announced by the day of the event.
*Q Ballroom Address*
26 New Street, Suite 3
Cambridge, MA 02138
The Orleans Kids at Q Ballroom
Beginner lesson (price included with admission): 8:00-9:00pm
Social dancing: 9:00pm-midnight.
Advance general admission: $18
Advance student/senior admission: $13
Advance tickets click here: https://bostonswingcentral.wufoo.com/forms/orleans-kids-414/
Day-of student/senior admission: $15
-Similar to all previous dances, we will have limited attendance and will require all attendees to show proof of full vaccination.
-Masks policy will be determined before the day of the event and announced on the Facebook event. The Orleans Kids at Q Ballroom
26 New Street, Suite 3
Cambridge, MA 02138
The Dan Fox Foxtet at Q Ballroom!
Beginner Swing Dance Lesson (included w/ price of admission): 8:00pm – 9:00pm
Swing Dancing: 9:00pm – 11:45pm
Advance General Admission: $18
Advance Students and Seniors (with Valid ID): $13
Advance ticket link:
https://bostonswingcentral.wufoo.com/…/dan-fox-foxtet-47/
General: $20
Student/Senior: $15
-Similar to all previous dances, we will have limited attendance and will require all attendees to show proof of full vaccination.
-Masks policy will be announced before the event. Facebook event here: The Dan Fox Foxtet at Q Ballroom
26 New Street, Suite 3
Cambridge, MA 02138
The Easy Winners at Q Ballroom
Beginner Swing Dance Lesson (included w/ price of admission): 8:00pm – 9:00pm
Swing Dancing: 9:00pm – 11:45pm
Advance General Admission: $18
Advance Students and Seniors (with Valid ID): $13
Advance ticket link: https://bostonswingcentral.wufoo.com/forms/easy-winners-331/
General: $20
Student/Senior: $15
-Similar to all previous dances, we will have limited attendance and will require all attendees to show proof of full vaccination.
-Masks policy will be determined before the day of the event. Facebook event here: The Easy Winners at Q Ballroom
26 New Street, Suite 3
Cambridge, MA 02138
The Gordon Webster Small Band at Q Ballroom!
Join us for a dance with Gordon Webster and an accompanying band!
*Evening Schedule*
Beginner Swing Dance Lesson (included w/ price of admission): 7:30pm – 8:30pm
Swing Dancing: 8:30pm – 12:00am
*Admission Information*
Advance General Admission: $30
Advance Students and Seniors (with Valid ID): $22
Advance ticket click here
Please note: no passes or coupons for this event.
At-the-door Admission:
General: $35
Student/Senior: $25
*COVID Information*
-Similar to all previous dances, we will have limited attendance and will require all attendees to show proof of full vaccination including booster.
-Masks policy TBD by the day of the event on the Facebook event: The Gordon Webster Small Band at Q Ballroom
*Q Ballroom Address*
26 New Street, Suite 3
Cambridge, MA 02138
The Grand Slam Jazz Band at Q Ballroom
We are excited to welcome the Grand Slam Jazz band to Q Ballroom!
*Schedule*
Beginner Lesson: 8:00-9:00pm
Open dancing: 9:00pm-11:59pm
*Advance Admission*
General: $18
Students & Seniors: $13
Ticket Link: https://bostonswingcentral.wufoo.com/forms/z1qlbazy0jolnau/
*At-the Door Admission*
General: $20
Students & Seniors (with valid ID): $15
*COVID Information*
-As usual, we are requiring everyone to show proof of vaccination
-Mask policy is currently encouraged but optional.
Facebook event here: The Grand Slam Jazz Band at Q Ballroom.
*Address*
Q Ballroom
26 New Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
Toni Lynn Washington Band at Q Ballroom
Join us for a dance as Toni Lynn Washington and her amazing band return to Q Ballroom!
*Evening Schedule*
Beginner Swing Dance Lesson (included w/ price of admission): 8:00pm – 9:00pm
Swing Dancing: 9:00pm – 11:45pm
*Admission Information*
Advance General Admission: $18
Advance Students and Seniors (with Valid ID): $13
Advance ticket link: https://bostonswingcentral.wufoo.com/forms/toni-lynn-washington-band-310/
At-the-door Admission:
General: $20
Student/Senior: $15
*COVID Information*
-Similar to all previous dances, we will require all attendees to show proof of full vaccination including booster.
-Masks policy TBD (will be announced on the event by the day of the dance). Event here: Toni Lynn Washington Band at Q Ballroom.
*Q Ballroom Address*
26 New Street, Suite 3
Cambridge, MA 02138
Amy K & The Mezzcats at Q Ballroom
Beginner Swing Dance Lesson (included w/ price of admission): 8:00pm – 9:00pm
Swing Dancing: 9:00pm – 11:45pm
Advance General Admission: $18
Advance Students and Seniors (with Valid ID): $13
Advance ticket link: https://bostonswingcentral.wufoo.com/forms/z1to4dp507s0tdm/
General: $20
Student/Senior: $15
-We require attendees to show proof of full vaccination (including booster)
-Mask policy TBD by the day of the event (check this event for updates)
-We also ask dancers to try to limit attending other large events 3-4 days before attending Boston Swing Central.
26 New Street, Suite 3
Cambridge, MA 02138
Rocco & The Stompers at Q Ballroom
Beginner Swing Dance Lesson (included w/ price of admission): 8:00pm – 9:00pm
Swing Dancing: 9:00pm – 11:45pm
Advance General Admission: $19
Advance Students and Seniors (with Valid ID): $13
Advance ticket link: https://bostonswingcentral.wufoo.com/forms/z112bhjr090f3mm/
General: $21
Student/Senior: $15
-Similar to all previous dances, we will have limited attendance and will require all attendees to show proof of full vaccination including booster.
-Masks policy TBD (check the Facebook event for updates)
-We also ask dancers to try to limit attending other large events 3-4 days before attending Boston Swing Central.
26 New Street, Suite 3
Cambridge, MA 02138
DJ Jam at Q Ballroom
Beginner Swing Dance Lesson (included w/ price of admission): 8:00pm – 9:00pm
Swing Dancing: 9:00pm – 11:45pm
Advance General Admission: $11
Advance Students and Seniors (with Valid ID): $8
Advance ticket link: https://bostonswingcentral.wufoo.com/forms/z1oxxbis1c1iyd8/
General: $13
Student/Senior: $10
-Similar to all previous dances, we will have limited attendance and will require all attendees to show proof of full vaccination.
-Masks policy TBD (updates will be posted on Facebook)
-We also ask dancers to try to limit attending other large events 3-4 days before attending Boston Swing Central.
26 New Street, Suite 3
Cambridge, MA 02138
I <3 Swing Dance at Q Ballroom (masks optional)
Boston Swing Central is excited to return with our Valentines-themed dance, featuring live music by the Easy Winners! As in previous years, this dance will feature our custom-designed Valentines and dancing Cupids to deliver them. Dress to impress, and prepare for a night of dancing and valentines fun!
*Evening Schedule*
Beginner Swing Dance Lesson (included w/ price of admission): 8:00pm – 9:00pm
Swing Dancing: 9:00pm – 11:45pm
*Admission Information*
Note: No passes or coupons will be accepted for this dance.
Advance General Admission: $21
Advance Students and Seniors (with Valid ID): $15
Advance ticket link: click here
At-the-door Admission:
General: $23
Student/Senior: $17
*COVID Information*
-Similar to all previous dances, we will have limited attendance and will require all attendees to show proof of full vaccination including booster.
-We still encourage dancers to wear fully protective masks for the entirety of the dance (including while dancing). But we’re going with masks optional right now based on CDC guidelines for Middlesex and Suffolk counties.
-We also ask dancers to TRY to limit attending other large events 3-4 days before attending Boston Swing Central.
*Q Ballroom Address*
26 New Street, Suite 3
Cambridge, MA 02138
Justin Meyer’s Lemonade Brigade at Q Ballroom (masks required)
Join us for a dance with Justin Meyer’s Lemonade Brigade at Q Ballroom with special guest Gordon Webster!
NOTE: As you probably know, it’s super cold tonight. If you are getting there later, we have a volunteer to shuttle you from the Apple Cinema parking lot at the end of New St to the dance. If you are interested, please email: info@bostonswingcentral.org by 6pm tonight so we can expect you and get you the info on how we’re going to make contact with you once you arrive.
*Evening Schedule*
Beginner Swing Dance Lesson (included w/ price of admission): 8:00pm – 9:00pm
Swing Dancing: 9:00pm – 11:45pm
*Admission Information*
Advance General Admission: $20
Advance Students and Seniors (with Valid ID): $13
Advance ticket link: https://bostonswingcentral.wufoo.com/forms/zbrpd9u0y3oxjy/
At-the-door Admission:
General: $22
Student/Senior: $15
*COVID Information*
-Similar to all previous dances, we will have limited attendance and will require all attendees to show proof of full vaccination including booster.
-Dancers must wear fully protective masks for the entirety of the dance (including while dancing). For the time being, “fully protective” means a KN95, N95, or KF94 mask, or surgical mask.
-We also ask dancers to TRY to limit attending other large events 3-4 days before attending Boston Swing Central.
-In addition to required masking, we will have windows open and fans running throughout to increase ventilation.
*Q Ballroom Address*
26 New Street, Suite 3
Cambridge, MA 02138
The Swing Legacy at Q Ballroom! (masks required)
We are excited to have the Swing Legacy band join us at Q Ballroom!
Evening Schedule:
Beginner Swing Dance Lesson (included w/ price of admission): 8:00pm – 9:00pm
Swing Dancing: 9:00pm – 11:45pm
Admission Information:
Advance General Admission: $18
Advance Students and Seniors (with Valid ID): $13
Advance ticket link: https://bostonswingcentral.wufoo.com/forms/zs5fckj141mgke/
At-the-door Admission:
General: $20
Student/Senior: $15
COVID Information:
- Similar to all previous dances, we will have limited attendance and will require all attendees to show proof of full vaccination including booster.
- Dancers must wear fully protective masks for the entirety of the dance (including while dancing). For the time being, “fully protective” means a KN95, N95, or KF94 mask, or surgical mask.
- We also ask dancers to TRY to limit attending other large events 3-4 days before attending Boston Swing Central.
- In addition to required masking, we will have windows open and fans running throughout to increase ventilation.
Q Ballroom Address:
26 New Street, Suite 3
Cambridge, MA 02138
The River Street Six Band at Q Ballroom (masks required)
Join us for the River Street Six band debut at Q Ballroom! This is Boston’s newest swing band, consisting of local dancers, and we are excited to have them return!
Evening Schedule:
Beginner Swing Dance Lesson (included w/ price of admission): 8:00pm – 9:00pm
Swing Dancing: 9:00pm – 11:45pm
Admission Information:
Advance General Admission: $15
Advance Students and Seniors (with Valid ID): $10
Advance ticket link: https://bostonswingcentral.wufoo.com/forms/z9mo5ko14pa4cn/
At-the-door Admission:
General: $20
Student/Senior: $15
COVID Information:
- Similar to all previous dances, we will have limited attendance and will require all attendees to show proof of full vaccination.
- Masks will now be required for this dance. (We may offer Masks Optional when the CDC says Suffolk and Middlesex county are green again).
Q Ballroom Address:
26 New Street, Suite 3
Cambridge, MA 02138
Annie & The Fur Trappers at Q Ballroom (Masks Required)
We are excited to welcome Annie & The Fur Trappers back to Boston Swing Central! Originally from St. Louis, Missouri, this band is dedicated to preserving and performing music from the 1920s and 1930s, with instruments ranging from trombone and banjo to washboard.
Note that this event is MASK REQUIRED.
Evening Schedule:
Beginner Swing Dance Lesson (included w/ price of admission): 8:00pm – 9:00pm
Swing Dancing: 9:00pm – 11:45pm
Admission Information:
Advance General Admission: $18
Advance Students and Seniors (with Valid ID): $13
Advance ticket link: https://bostonswingcentral.wufoo.com/forms/znizsdb0wyfv8g/
At-the-door Admission:
General: $20
Student/Senior: $15
COVID Information:
- Similar to all previous dances, we will have limited attendance and will require all attendees to show proof of full vaccination.
- Dancers must wear fully protective masks for the entirety of the dance (including while dancing). For the time being, “fully protective” means a KN95, N95, or KF94 mask.
- We also ask dancers to try to limit attending other large events 3-4 days before attending Boston Swing Central.
- In addition to required masking, we will have windows open and fans running throughout to increase ventilation.
Q Ballroom Address:
26 New Street, Suite 3
Cambridge, MA 02138
Happy New Year!
We will be closed on Dec 30th for the Holidays! We hope you all have a great break, and come back in 2023 ready to dance! Make your New Year’s resolution to dance more, learn more, make more friends!
Our next dance will be Jan 6th with Billy Novick & The Shades of Swing
Comments are off for this postMerry Christmas & Seasons Greetings
We will be closed on Dec 23 & Dec 30th for the Holidays! We hope you all have a great break, and come back in 2023 ready to dance!
Comments are off for this postCassidy’s Orleans Kids at Q Ballroom!
Cassidy Holden brings his Orleans Kids back to Boston Swing Central!
*Evening Schedule*
Beginner Swing Dance Lesson (included w/ price of admission): 8:00pm – 9:00pm
Swing Dancing: 9:00pm – 11:45pm
*Admission Information*
Advance General Admission: $18
Advance Students and Seniors (with Valid ID): $13
Advance ticket link: https://bostonswingcentral.wufoo.com/forms/bsc-band-night-cassidys-orleans-kids-dec-16/
At-the-door Admission:
General: $20
Student/Senior: $15
*COVID Information*
-Similar to all previous dances, we will have limited attendance and will require all attendees to show proof of full vaccination including booster.
-Dancers must wear fully protective masks for the entirety of the dance (including while dancing). For the time being, “fully protective” means a KN95, N95, or KF94 mask, or surgical mask.
-We also ask dancers to TRY to limit attending other large events 3-4 days before attending Boston Swing Central.
-In addition to required masking, we will have windows open and fans running throughout to increase ventilation.
*Q Ballroom Address*
26 New Street, Suite 3
Cambridge, MA 02138
The Easy Winners at Q Ballroom
Join us for a night of dancing with the Easy Winners!
*Evening Schedule*
Beginner Swing Dance Lesson (included w/ price of admission): 8:00pm – 9:00pm
Swing Dancing: 9:00pm – 11:45pm
*Admission Information*
Advance General Admission: $18
Advance Students and Seniors (with Valid ID): $13
Advance ticket link: https://bostonswingcentral.wufoo.com/forms/bsc-band-night-the-easy-winners-dec-9th/
At-the-door Admission:
General: $20
Student/Senior: $15
*COVID Information*
-Similar to all previous dances, we will have limited attendance and will require all attendees to show proof of full vaccination.
-Dancers must wear fully protective masks for the entirety of the dance (including while dancing). Cloth masks and gaiters are not permitted as masks for this dance.
-We also ask dancers to try to limit attending other large events 3-4 days before attending Boston Swing Central.
-In addition to required masking, we will have windows open and fans running throughout to increase ventilation.
*Q Ballroom Address*
26 New Street, Suite 3
Cambridge, MA 02138