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 and two brought together over 400 dancers each, and while we're aiming to crack 500 in 2025, 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.
SELLOUT ALERTS:
Thursday 5/1 is Sold Out
Friday 5/2 is expected to sell out at the door by 9pm
Saturday 5/3 main dance is on track to sell out, and the late night may or may not sell out
Event Info
Schedule
Schedule:
🎶Thursday, May 1st: Jazz Attack Double Dance at the Ethical Society with Gordon Webster! **SOLD OUT**
6-6:30pm: Beginner Lindy Hop Lesson
6:30-8:30pm: Early Bird Dance Ft. Ragtag Performance
8:30-9pm: Beginner Lindy Hop Lesson
8:30-10:30pm: Night Owl Dance Ft. Open Solo Jazz Competition with DJ Mike McDermott
🎼Friday, May 2nd: Mobtown Ballroom with Gordon Webster!
8-9pm: Beginner Lindy Hop Lesson
9pm-12am: LIVE BAND Social Dance ft. Open Mix and Match Competition
12am-Close: DJ Kate Holden
🦁Saturday, May 3rd: Jazz Attack Goes to the Philadelphia Zoo!
1pm: Whether you’re joining us from Philly, Baltimore, or elsewhere, get ready for an amazing day at the Zoo! Please RSVP in advance.
🎵Saturday, May 3rd: Chelsea Reed & the Fair Weather Band at City Winery Philadelphia
6pm: Doors Open
7-7:30pm: Beginner Lindy Hop Lesson
7:30pm-11pm: LIVE BAND Social Dance
Ft. Invitational Philly and Baltimore Mix & Match with DJ Kyle Seymour
🎹Saturday, May 3rd: Late Night Dance at the Concierge Ballroom
11pm-1am: Dancing to DJ Nii Attoh Okine
🥁Sunday, May 4th: Rittenhop at Cherry Street Pier with Ben Cohen & the Collaboration
Free!
12-3:30pm 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 is sold out. Friday is likely to sell out at the door. Saturday main is on track to sell out at the door (but prices rise $5 day of, so get them early!). Saturday late night is unlikely to sell out. Sunday afternoon is free and on a massive pier so it will not sell out.
Which ticket should I buy for the Saturday City Winery main dance (linked)?
Dancers should buy the $25 ($30 day of) standing room tickets. You're welcome to buy one of the $40 table tickets, but understand that those come with an additional $25 minimum food/drink order.
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 mix and match that is open to all. On Saturday you'll be treated to a Philly vs. Baltimore invitational showcase. 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), City Winery (Philadelphia), 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 Main - City Winery Philadelphia
Sunday - Rittenhop: https://rittenhop.org/contact/
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