Swing City - Live - Dec 2026

Tickets on sale 10am Friday 13 November 2026

Swing Patrol Melbourne CBD is finishing up a stellar year with another opportunity for dancing to live music. Swing out on the big beautiful dancefloor, and revel in the music of a live band, featuring wonderful local jazz vocalist (and swing dancer!), Claire Patti.

Two classes, with CBD anchors Sarah Wheaton and Josh Varcoe. Followed by social dancing to a live swing band, Claire Patti & The Scholars of Swing. We'll also have special guest performers and fun festive vibes.

CBD regulars and dancers from all across Swing Patrol and the wider community are welcome to join us for the last Swing City of 2026.

Schedule:
6pm - 7pm Total Beginner lesson – All welcome, no experience necessary, no partner required.
7.15 - 8.15pm Beginner Plus lesson - With the basics under your belt, try some fun moves and combos.
8.30pm - 10.30pm – Social Dancing at Swing City - Enjoy two sets of swinging music by a live band, plus guest DJ, and special performances.
*Please arrive for classes a few minutes before the advertised start time, to check in and be ready to dance at the start of the lesson.*

Book for Classes only (either or both), or for Classes + Social Dancing, or for Social Dancing only. This is a special event, and the venue has a fixed capacity, so we may sell out. There may not be tix available at the door, so guarantee your place by booking online.

LOCATION: Melbourne City Ballroom, Level 3/673 Bourke St Melbourne (enter from Godfrey St, follow the signs and take the lift to the 3rd floor).
**External building doors close at 9.00pm. If arriving after 9pm, call the number on the door sign and someone will be with you shortly. Or come earlier to maximise your dance time. **

Waitlist: If sold out, text Swing Patrol on 0412 309 311 with your name, the event name, and your preferred ticket type, and Swing Patrol will text you back if tickets become available. If the booking page shows "Access code required", it means the event is currently fully booked and tix are only available via the Waitlist.

REFUND POLICY:
If you need to cancel due to illness/Covid Safety, a refund will be available as long as you advise Swing Patrol via text to 0412 309 311 before 9am on the day of the event.

Cancellations for reasons other than illness/Covid Safety: As the venue has a fixed capacity, refunds are not possible without 24 hours notice, as we may have turned away other dancers and need time to give others the opportunity to snap up your spot. Thanks for understanding. Where applicable, a full or partial refund (less administration fee) may be available up to 5pm Wednesday 2 December. Text Swing Patrol on 0412 309 311. After 5pm Wednesday 2 December, no such refunds will be issued.