Tea Dance: Swing

The Wende’s Tea Dance series invites you to move, mingle, and unwind through the joyful rhythm of social dance. Hosted in the Wende Museum’s Community Center, each session features different dance traditions, ranging from Argentine tango to vintage swing, led by local artists and dance instructors. No experience or partner required. This session will include a lesson on swing basics at 3 p.m., followed by open dancing at 4 p.m. Tea dances originated in early 20th-century Britain and America as daytime socials, often held in hotels and ballrooms, offering live music, light refreshments, and a welcoming space for community connection. Revived in the queer communities of mid-century America, the tradition evolved into a vibrant celebration of expression and belonging. In that spirit, our Sunday Tea Dances offer a space to unplug, connect, and move together. These afternoons are for everyone: curious beginners, practiced dancers, and people just looking to enjoy good music and warm company. Come for the class, stay for the social, and rediscover the art of togetherness. Free and open to all. Comfortable shoes are encouraged.