Midsummer Night Swing

Summer's here and the time is right for dancing in the streets. Head to Lincoln Center for Midsummer Night Swing from June 27-July 16, 2011. This outdoor dance party features 16 theme nights -- including swing, salsa, tango, rock 'n' roll, and more.

In 2011, New Yorkers will enjoy their 18th season of Midsummer Night Swing. This year, Restaurant Associates will debut “Street Food BBQ” during the run of Midsummer Night Swing. Guests and dancers can dine on street food inspired by the country or region that the music is from, including Texas barbecue, New Orleans po’ boys, Japanese campfire dogs, tacos and much more – all for under $10.

Midsummer Night Swing events take place at Damrosch Park (62nd Street between Amsterdam and Columbus Avenues). Each evening begins with a dance lesson at 6:30 PM for dancers of all levels of experience. The live music begins at 7:30 PM and the dancing continues until 10 pm.

Tickets for individual evening events are $17 (price includes dance lessons). You can also buy a six-night swing pass for $90 or a season pass for $160. Buy tickets online or call 212-721-6500.

Please note that any cancellations due to inclement weather will be announced at 8:30 pm on show night. In case of cancellation, ticketholders are entitled to exchange for another performance or get a refund. Remember that no bags, food, or drink are allowed on the dance floor. Leave your bags at home or check them in Damrosch Park.

Midsummer Night Swing 2011 Schedule Week 1

Monday, June 27 at 6:30 PM
Jonathan Stout Orchestra featuring Hilary Alexander
Big Band Swing

Tuesday, June 28 at 6:30 PM
Soul Train: Pee Wee Ellis and Fred Wesley, Extended DJ set by Biz Markie
R&B, Funk, Soul

Wednesday, June 29 at 6:30 PM
Swingtime Big Band Swing
Ballroom

Thursday, June 30 at 6:30 PM
Hector del Curto’s Eternal Tango Orchestra
Tango

Friday, July 1 at 6:30 PM
Diogo Nogueira
Samba

Saturday, July 2 at 6:30 PM
Aurora y Zon del Barrio, special guests Yomo Toro, Larry Harlow
Salsa, Plena, Boogaloo

Tuesday, July 5 at 8:00 PM
Gilberto Santa Rosa
Salsa

Wednesday, July 6 at 6:30 PM
Hot Club of Cowtown
Hot Jazz, Western Swing

Thursday, July 7 at 6:30 PM
The Loser's Lounge Presents an '80s Dance Party
1980s Dance Pop, New Wave

Friday, July 8 at 7:30 PM
Tribute to Ralph Mercado featuring MioSotis, Tito Puente, Jr., Ray Sepulveda, Tony Vega, and Dave Valentin
Salsa

Saturday, July 9 at 6:30
Ray Collins' Hot Club
Jump Blues, Swing, Rock


More Midsummer Night Swing Events from July 12-16, 2011