WGC Swing Festival – Jiveswing.com

Oaklands College, Welwyn Garden City

WGC Swing Festival 2027

Friday 18 to Sunday 20 June 2027

Two days of dance workshops with international teachers, and three nights of live music, DJs, competitions and shows. It all happens in one venue, organised by JiveSwing.com.

In 2026 we welcomed dancers from 17 countries and all over the UK, and it sold out quickly. For 2027 we’re adding more teachers, more musicians, more history and more classes. The cosy family feel stays the same.

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Bookings open 1 November 2026.

Watch the full 2026 video

FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY

CAMP & EVENING

Daytime workshops

9:45am to about 4:45pm

Two days of classes with international teachers. Choose your level when you book (Please note there are auditions for the advanced level). Your schedule is emailed to you before the festival.

Evening parties

8pm to about 2:30am

Friday: Welcome Party, with a history talk at 7pm
Saturday: Vintage Summer Ball
Sunday: Farewell Party

One venue

Oaklands College, AL8 6AH

Workshops and evenings are all on one campus in Welwyn Garden City. The train station is a 2 minute walk, and London King’s Cross is about 25 minutes away.

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Book your place

Bookings open 1 November 2026. Over 54% of tickets have already been sold for 2027. Please book NOW!

Full Pass

Workshops and evening parties for the weekend. You pick your role and level when you book.

£199.99

Festival t-shirt

Add one when you book. Sizes S to 4XL. Design coming soon.

£25

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Questions? Email [email protected]

Plan your visit

Transport

TRAINS

Welwyn Garden City Train Station – 2 mins walk.
(Only 25 minutes from King Cross.)

AIRPORTS

Luton – 24 mins

Stansted – 45 mins

Heathrow – 49 mins

Gatwick – 1 hour 30mins by car/train

Airport Taxi – Omega 07468518688 (Quote JiveSwing for discount)

Parking

Oaklands College WGC Carpark – Onsite
Campus West Carpark – 1 mins walk
NCP Carparks – 3 mins walk

Accommodation

Travelodge WGC – 3 mins walk (HC Carpark directly behind)
Premier Inn WGC – 18 mins walk (Onsite Carpark)

There are also lots of cheaper Air BnB’s etc in Welwyn Garden City town centre.
NB: We would recommend booking your accommodation ASAP to find somewhere close to the venue.

Eating & Drinking

The location is surrounded by lots of cool café’s and classic restaurants, all within 5 mins walk. Full details are in the welcome pack you receive when you book.