4 Days, 3 Bands, 2 Cities, 1 Unstoppable Event
Jazz Town, formerly Mob Attack Jazz Town, was started in 2023 as the significantly sleep-deprived brainchild of two of Jazz Attack's organizers, Kate & Mike. The idea was simple: Four days of live music & dancing brought to you by two of the powerhouse Lindy Hop cities of the East Coast, with social hangs abound, plus friendly inter-city competitions as the cherry on top. Yep, an old school exchange with a new twist!
Years one to three brought together over 400 dancers each, and while we're aiming to crack 500 in 2026, we're more focused on putting together something special for the residents of our two cities, plus the friends that join from afar to feel a bit of the magic.
Event Info
'26 Schedule
2026 Schedule:
🎶Thursday, May 14th: Jazz Attack Extended Dance at 1336 Spring Garden with Keenan MacKenzie & the Riffers
7:30-8pm: Beginner Lindy Hop Lesson
8-11pm: Social Dance Party ft. Keenan MacKenzie & the Riffers!
🎼Friday, May 15th: Mobtown Ballroom with Keenan MacKenzie & the Riffers
8-9pm: Beginner Lindy Hop Lesson
9pm-12am: LIVE BAND Social Dance Party ft. Keenan MacKenzie & the Riffers ft. Open Lindy Hop Competition
12am-Close: DJ Kate Holden
🦁Saturday, May 16th: Afternoon Social
1pm-4pm: Dj'ed Social Dance
Ft. The Inter-City Advanced Mix & Match Prelims
🎵Saturday, May 16th: Chelsea Reed & the Fair Weather Band at 1336 Spring Garden
7-8pm: Beginner Lindy Hop Lesson
8pm-11pm: LIVE BAND Social Dance ft. Chelsea Reed & the Fair Weather Band
Ft. The Inter-City Advanced Mix & Match Finals
🎹Saturday, May 16th: Late Night Dance at the Concierge Ballroom
11pm-1am: Dancing to Awesome DJs TBA
🥁Sunday, May 17th: Rittenhop at Cherry Street Pier with An Awesome Live Band!
Free!
1-3:30pm Outdoor LIVE BAND Social Dance
Ft. Open Strictly Battle Competition
Jazz Town
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions:
Are all dances a la carte, or can I buy a ticket to all of the dances at once?
All dances are a la carte, so you can pick and choose which dances you'd like to attend. You'll need to purchase tickets to each dance individually through the this site. We know it's a little odd, but since it's a collection of coordinated events run by 4 groups with different legal structures this is how we have to do it. Thanks for your understanding! Please note that Friday night's dance only sells tickets at the door, and Sunday is free & does not require any tickets!
Are these dances likely to sell out?
Several of them, yes. Thursday's dance may be Jazz Attack's first sold out event in its new venue. Friday is likely to sell out in advance. Saturday main will likely have tickets available at the door. Saturday late night is unlikely to sell out. Sunday afternoon is free and on a massive pier so it will not sell out. Note that several events have separate early bird and day-of pricing, so get those tickets in advance to save!
Do I need a a partner or prior experience to attend?
No! Thursday, Friday, and Saturday's main dances all include a beginner Lindy Hop lesson -- no partner or experience required. Come with friends, or get ready to make new ones!
What should I wear?
Comfortable, flat-bottomed shoes for dancing. For the live band nights we recommend dressing up in something that makes you feel fabulous, doesn't significantly restrict you r movement, and isn't too stifling hot.
Can I compete?
Yes! On Thursday Jazz Attack has a friendly open solo jazz competition. On Friday Mobtown will be having a competition that is open to all. On Saturday you'll have the opportunity to compete in or cheer on the advanced mix & match. On Sunday partnerships can sign up day-of for Rittenhop's Open Strictly Battle Competition
Who's running this thing?
Jazz Town is a collection of events organized by Jazz Attack (Philadelphia), Mobtown Ballroom (Baltimore), and Rittenhop (Philadelphia)
I have a question that isn't answered here.
Depending on which night you have a question about, direct your inquiries to the following:
Thursday Main & Saturday Late Night - Jazz Attack: kate @ jazzattackswings.com
Friday - Mobtown Ballroom: sarah @ mobtownballroom.com
Saturday - Jazz Attack: kate @ jazzattackswings.com
Sunday - Rittenhop: https://rittenhop.org/contact/
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