Lindy in the Park is turning 20!
Wow.
To make this anniversary extra special, we’re going to celebrate for the whole weekend!
Join us, Saturday and Sunday (yes, BOTH days) — August 20-21, 2016.
Saturday, August 20, 3:00 – 6:00 pm @ the Band Shell in Golden Gate Park
LIVE MUSIC from LAVAY SMITH & HER RED HOT SKILLET LICKERS (free!)
We return to Lindy in the Park’s original location at the historic Music Concourse Band Shell in Golden Gate Park, and we will feature one of Frankie Manning’s favorite bands, San Francisco’s very own Lavay Smith & Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers!
Playing in the authentic styles of the 1930’s, 40’s, and 50’s, this internationally recognized ensemble features some of the finest and swingin’est jazz musicians around and has been an integral part of the San Francisco Lindy Hop scene since its rebirth during the 1990’s swing revival.
So, let’s turn back the clock and party like it’s 1996!
Sunday, August 21, 11:00 am – 4:00 pm on JFK Drive, Golden Gate Park
FREE OUTDOOR DJ’ED SWING DANCE/POTLUCK PARTY (free!)
Continue the anniversary celebration at Lindy in the Park’s annual swing dance/potluck party located at our regular location: the south sidewalk of John F. Kennedy Jr Drive between 8th and 10th Avenues, behind the De Young Museum in Golden Gate Park, San Francisco. Bring main dishes, side dishes, salads, desserts, and drinks to share. Extended hours, free beginner lesson (12:00-12:30pm), and food!
Group photo at 2:30 pm!
We will be selling special limited-edition Lindy in the Park 20th Anniversary t-shirts ($15) and sweatshirts ($35) at both the Saturday and Sunday Lindy in the Park events. Only available in-person, cash only.
PLUS, there are many other swing dance events in San Francisco not directly related to Lindy in the Park that are happening on or near that same weekend:
* Wednesday, August 17, 9:30pm-12:30am
Clint Baker’s New Orleans Jazz Band at Cat’s Corner, $10
* Thursday, August 18, 9:20pm-12:30am
The 9:20 Special at The Russian Center of San Francisco (Old School Night!), $9
* Friday, August 19, 6:00-9:00pm
Fish & Farm Swing Social Hour with DJs Nate Diggity & Liz Miller at Fish and Farm, free
* Friday, August 19, 9:00 – 11:45pm
For Dancers Only, with DJ Allen Kerr, in Sunnyvale, CA $8 (Facebook Event)
* Saturday, August 20, 9:00pm-12:00am
Michael Gamble and the Rhythm Serenaders at The Bootleggers Ball, $15
* Sunday, August 21, 6:00-8:00pm
The Hot Baked Goods at Amnesia, free
Like a mini-Lindy Exchange!
We know that many of you live far away, but if you like to swing dance and you’re thinking of visiting San Francisco, this would be a great time! Come early and enjoy over 22 hours of dancing and 5 fantastic bands, all for only $42! (Transportation, food, and housing not included 😉 )
We’re hoping to make this weekend a reunion for both new and long-time friends of Lindy in the Park, both local and from out of town. Please come celebrate with us! And spread the word! Experience the real San Francisco swing dance scene! Reunite with old friends and make new ones!
Hope you can join us!
And please Like, Invite, and Share with all your Lindy friends!