4 Days, 3 Bands, 2 Cities, 1 Awesome 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.
Event Info
Schedule
Schedule:
🎶Thursday, May 1st: Jazz Attack Double Dance at the Ethical Society ft. Gordon Webster!
6:30-7pm: Beginner Lindy Hop Lesson
7-9pm: Early Bird Dance
8:30-9pm: Beginner Lindy Hop Lesson
9-11pm: Night Owl Dance Ft. Open Solo Jazz Competition
🎼Friday, May 2nd: Mobtown Ballroom with Gordon Webster!
8-9pm: Beginner Lindy Hop Lesson
9pm-12am: LIVE BAND Social Dance
🦁Saturday, May 3rd: Jazz Attack Goes to the Philadelphia Zoo!
Afternoon: More info TBA
🎵Saturday, May 3rd: Chelsea Reed and the Fair Weather Band
6-7pm: Beginner Lindy Hop Lesson
7pm-10pm: 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: DJ'ed Dance
🥁Sunday, May 4th: Rittenhop at Rittenhouse Square with Ben Cohen's Live Band
Free!
1-3:30pm Outdoor LIVE BAND Social Dance
Ft. Open Strictly Battle Competition
Event Info
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!
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 Friday Mobtown might have a competition with ridiculous rules that anyone can join. 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 - TBA
Sunday - Rittenhop: https://rittenhop.org/contact/
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