Dance Nights

Ottawa is fortunate to have some of Canada's best swing nights every week!

Saturday Night Swing every week!

Saturday Night Swing features free lessons by some of Canada's most qualified swing instructors (some of whom are internationally recognized teachers and swing champions), swing DJs with professional credentials, and frequent contests and performances. People dress up (think "night on the town") and there's usually a good crowd but still enough room for dancing. Beginners can enjoy the lesson at 8:15pm, and regulars tend to show up around 10-10:30pm since the dance goes until 1am! Check out more information about this great Ottawa swing dance night at SaturdayNightSwing.com for details.

Where? 151 Chapel St.
Who? Everyone - all ages.
What about beginners? There's a beginner lesson.
When? 8:15pm-9:00pm beginner lesson, 9:00pm-1:00am dancing.
Admission? Only $7 ($5 for students) — $12 when there's a band ($10 for students).

OSDS Friday Night Dances

Ottawa's oldest swing dance night happens every Friday, drawing large crowds of over 100 people in a casual atmosphere. The night is run by the OSDS, a local group of volunteers who teach and DJ.

Where? 151 Chapel St., near Rideau St.
Who? Everyone - all ages.
What about beginners? There's a beginner lesson at 8:30pm.
When? 8:30pm-9:30pm beginner lesson, 9:30pm-12:30am dancing.
Admission? Only $5 unless there's a band or special event. Parking is free.

Summer Tuesdays at the Boathouse

The boathouse is back for the summer! Every Tuesday you can enjoy dancing in a ballroom directly on the Ottawa River! Music is swingin' jazz and blues provided by DJ Claudia Petrillia and guests

Where? The Ottawa New Edinburgh Boathouse, 501 Rockcliffe Parkway
Who? Everyone - all ages.
What about beginners? There's a beginner lesson at 7:30pm, featuring Swing Dynamite teachers!
When? 7:30pm-11:30pm every Tuesday
Admission? Only $5!