Two Swing Dancers in front of the stage in the Great Hall at Bishopsgate Institute. The woman on the left is holding the hands of the younger man on the right.

Bishopsgate Swing

In-person

This event will take place in person.

Put on your dancing shoes and Lindy Hop away at Bishopsgate Swing, a social dance for dancers of all levels.

Take the beginner taster class at the start of the night and then enjoy the sounds of the vintage DJs and a live band.

Practical information
  • Tickets are £15/£9 in advance and £18 on the door.
  • The event is open to everyone over 18 from 18:30 - 22:30.
  • You don't need to bring a partner and you can wear whatever you like.
  • Online ticket sales will close two hours prior to the event starting. We encourage you to book in advance, as tickets will be available on the door but will be limited.
  • Bringing food and drinks to this event is not permitted. A bar will be available.

In partnership with Swing Patrol.

How we’re keeping you safe

August 2022 update: Keeping you safe and healthy is our number one priority.

If you test positive for Covid-19 or are asked to isolate and are not able to attend your class or pre-booked event, please contact the Bishopsgate Box Office for further information (enquiries@bishopsgate.org.uk). Please do not come to the Institute in person if you have symptoms or have tested positive.

Bishopsgate Institute has a thorough cleaning schedule in place and we clean the most populated areas more often. You will find hand-sanitising stations throughout the building as well as touch-free drinking fountains.

Find out more about how we’re keeping you safe.

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Time
18:30 - 22:30
Price
£15/ £9 conc., £18 door
Day
Sunday
Duration
240
Venue
Bishopsgate Institute

Meet the Hosts

Swing Patrol

Swing Patrol have been teaching swing dance and related styles across London since 2009. Swing Patrol are passionate about swing dancing and share this passion through their teaching of Lindy Hop, Charleston, Blues, Balboa and Solo Charleston - all dances which come under the Swing Dance umbrella. Swing Dancing is an African-American dance created at the beginning of the 20th Century in Harlem and is now danced all over the world. They have a fantastic team of teachers who will inspire, engage and ensure that you also have fun. It's a fun and joyful dance style and the teaching will reflect this.

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Dates and Times

Bishopsgate Swing

, 12:50 - 16:50