Welwyn Garden City, UK
21st, 22nd & 23rd June 2024
After an incredible 2 years we’re excited to offer the 3rd WGC Vintage Festival, a unique international live music & dance event, plus all things vintage organised by JiveSwing.Com and sponsored by the businesses of Welwyn Garden City in the UK.
In 2024, we’ll have over 100 top internationally acclaimed musicians, singers, DJs, performers, Swing, Lindy Hop, Jive, Rock n Roll dancers, dance instructors seen on TV, Theatre and movies, dance classes, vintage & classic cars, fashion, vintage stalls and children’s entertainers across 5 stages and arenas filling the town centre streets with vintage entertainment for a whole weekend.
In 2023, we had visitors from 14 countries, including USA, South America and all over Europe, as the event also hosts the WGC Vintage Festival dance camp with dance workshops by day and concerts/ social dancing and shows by night Full details below.
Transport
TRAINS
Welwyn Garden City Train Station – 1 mins walk.
(Only 25 minutes from King Cross.)
AIRPORTS
Luton – 24 mins
Stansted – 45 mins
Heathrow – 49mins
Gatwick – 1 hour 30mins by car/train
Parking
Howard Centre Car park – 1 min walk
Oaklands College WGC Carpark – 1 min walk*
NCP Carparks – 3 mins walk
Sainsburys Carpark – 1 mins walk
Campus West Carpark – 3 mins walk
*available only to those registered for the dance workshops and concerts
Accommodation
Travelodge WGC – 1 mins walk (HC Carpark directly behind)
Premier Inn WGC – 15mins 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 accomodation ASAP to find somewhere close to the Howard Centre.
Eating & Drinking
The location will be filled with food and drink vendors, but also surrounded by lots of cool café’s and classic restaurants, all within 5 mins walk.
The Two Willows a typical british pub resturant, will host “JiveSwing at the Willows” between 5:30pm – 7:30pm on Saturday evening, offering food, drinks and live vintage entertainment and dancing. This will be a good place to hang out before the evening concerts at Oaklands College.
Vendors & Cars
For vendors, vintage or classic car owners who would like to participate please email admin@jiveswing.com, with a photo and information about your product and/or vehicle.
Volunteering
If you are interested in volunteering at the WGC Vintage Festival in return for free evening concert tickets, please get in touch with us at admin@jiveswing.com.
Friday Evening*
8:30pm – Midnight – Evening Dance featuring Jiveswing Show, with DJs, Collin Bray Swing Band and dancers from around the UK
Specialist Workshops*
In addition to the festival, there are specialised studio-based swing dance workshops delivered by international instructors during the daytime on Saturday and Sunday, which require advanced booking, below.
Saturday Daytime
JiveSwing Stage |
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| 12:00 | 1940’s Vintage DJ |
| 12:15 | Live Music JW Swing Band |
| 1:45 | 1940’s Vintage DJ |
| 2:00 | Vintage Dance Class for all the family |
| 2:30 | Jiveswing Cabaret |
| 3:00 | JiveAces |
| 3:45 | JiveSwing Show |
| 4:00 | JiveAces |
Howard Stage |
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| 12:00 | 1950’s RnR Vintage DJ |
| 12:45 | JiveSwing Gatsby Band |
| 1:30 | Pat Da Kat |
| 1:45 | Vintage Singer |
| 2:30 | Pat Da Kat |
| 3:00 | JiveSwing Gatsby Band |
Wigmore Stage |
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|---|---|
| 12:00 | Vintage DJ |
| 12:15 | Collective Jazz Band |
| 1:15 | Vintage DJ |
| 2:00 | Collective Jazz Band |
Saturday Evening*
8:30pm – Midnight: Evening Concert & Dance featuring JiveSwing Show, DJs, Mississippi Swing Band and dancers from around the UK. Location: Main Hall, Oaklands College
Sunday Daytime
JiveSwing Stage |
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| 12:00 | 1940’s Vintage DJ |
| 12:15 | Live Music Stolen Moments Band |
| 1:45 | 1940’s Vintage DJ |
| 2:00 | Vintage Dance Class for all the family |
| 2:30 | Jiveswing Cabaret |
| 3:00 | Laura B and Her Band |
| 3:45 | JiveSwing Show |
| 4:00 | Laura B and Her Band |
Howard Stage |
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|---|---|
| 12:00 | 1950’s RnR Vintage DJ |
| 12:45 | JiveSwing Gatsby Band |
| 1:30 | Pat Da Kat |
| 1:45 | Gatsby Band |
| 2:30 | Pat Da Kat |
| 3:00 | Andrew Sisters Style Trio |
Wigmore Stage |
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|---|---|
| 12:00 | Vintage DJ |
| 12:15 | Crooner Hour – Classic Rat Pack etc |
| 1:15 | Vintage DJ |
| 2:00 | Andrew Sisters Style Trio Singers |
Sunday Evening*
6:00pm – 9:00pm – JiveSwing Tea Dance feat. Swing Orchestra. Location: Inside the Howard Centre
SATURDAY & SUNDAY
DAYTIME
LOCATIONS/STAGES
During the daytime on Saturday and Sunday, the streets and 2 live music outdoor stages will be filled with lots of FREE live entertainment at the following times.
JiveSwing Stage (Stonehills Sq): 12-5pm
Howard Stage (Fretherne Rd): 12-4pm
Kids Fun Zone (Howardsgate): 12-5pm
Howard Centre (S.Mall): 11-11:30am
Oaklands College : 8pm-Midnight
FREE DANCE CLASS
FREE absolute beginners JiveSwing dance classes at 11:00am on Saturday and Sunday morning inside the Howard Centre. No experience, age limit or partners required. Spaces are limited so CLICK HERE to book NOW!
SWING DANCE CAMP
In addition to the free outdoor festival, there are studio based swing dance workshops for experienced dancers taught by professional international instructors from various countries, plus evening concerts and social dancing on the Friday, Saturday & Sunday evenings. Check out our highlights from 2023!
Registration
Register your interest below for the FREE WGC Vintage Festival outdoor activities and get exclusive access to perks, such as a FREE beginner class each day inside the Howard Centre and extra fringe benefits!
FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY
CAMP & EVENING
Advanced booking is required for the Dance Camp Section of the festival featuring 2 days of dance workshops with international instructors and 3 nights of Concerts/Social Dances with Live Music, DJ’s,Competitions and shows
DANCE WORKSHOPS/CLASSES:
Oaklands College WGC & Rise Studios
NB:Schedule will be emailed to registered participants
EVENING CONCERTS/SOCIAL DANCES:
Oaklands College Main Hall, AL8 6AH
8:00pm – 2.00am
Friday – Welcome Party
Saturday – Vintage Summer Ball
Sunday – Farewell Party
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DANCE CAMP REGISTRATION
Booking lines for the WGCVF 2024 Dance Camp and all Social Dances/Concerts open on 1st December 2023.
TICKET UPDATE: 54% of Tickets already sold.
We strongly recommend booking as soon as possible to guarantee your place and level. However you can always enjoy the amazing FREE outdoor Jazz festival happening during the daytime, between 12 – 5pm.
Register Now:
If you have any injuries or medical conditions, please seek medical advice before participating in activities
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