Swing Explosion Dances
We have a LOT of great dancing in store for you during this weekend! Your Swing Explosion organizers care a lot about great music and we want to make sure that the social dancing is one of the best parts of the weekend!
OSDS Friday night dance
The OSDS Friday Night dances have been an Ottawa tradition for many years. Come join us out dancing! $5 cover, not included in the Swing Explosion passes.
Saturday Night: Swing Explosion Gala!
Gala Prices
- Included with your Swing Explosion Package
- $20 at the door
- $15 in advance
- $10 student/senior advance price
- Reserve your tickets now!
It's the focal point of Swing Explosion, and possibly the very best part: The Swing Explosion Gala! Featuring:
- The Ottawa Jazz Orchestra, Ottawa's premiere professional Big Band!
- Authentic recreations of jazz music from the 1920's, 30's and 40's!
- A dedicated West Coast Swing Room with top local WCS DJ's!
- The Jitterbug Contest!
- Performances!
- At the Swing Dynamite studio!
The Jitterbug Contest
Our annual Jitterbug Contest is a chance to dance the swing style of your choice with the partner of your choice!
- First prize: $200
- Enter as a couple - you choose your partner
- Entry: $10/couple
- You can dance any style you want to the music - eg. Lindy Hop, Balboa, Shag, West Coast Swing, Blues, etc. as long as it fits the music being played.
- Contest will be held in the second band set on Saturday night!
Check out the gala!
You can reserve tickets in advance! Reserve tickets or get more information on the Swing Explosion Gala.