Swing dancing at Kultorvet
Every year, Copenhagen’s historic Kultorvet square transforms into a vibrant swing dancing paradise. This beloved annual celebration brings together dancers from across the city and beyond for an unforgettable day of lindy hop, balboa, blues, and solo jazz. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or curious newcomer, Kultorvet offers the perfect setting to experience the joy and energy of swing culture. With live music, social dancing, and demonstrations by talented local instructors, this event captures the true spirit of swing dancing in the heart of Copenhagen. Join SwingShoes and fellow dance enthusiasts for a day where the square comes alive with rhythm, community, and pure swing magic.
Swing dancing collaboration
This festive day is made possible through a joyful collaboration between Copenhagen’s swing dance associations: HepCats, Ministry of Balboa, and SwingShoes (that’s us!). United by our love for swing, we work together to create an inclusive and inspiring event that showcases the richness and diversity of our local dance scene.
Quick info
Dates: From 4th of July – every day (!!), until the 13th of July.
Address: Kultorvet 1, 1175 København (at the fountain)
Times:
– 17:30 to 18:30 – A free class (see schedule below).
– 18:30 to 20:30 – Open dancefloor.
Facebook event: https://fb.me/e/5NFepFllp
Schedule / plan
- Friday 4/7 – LINDY HOP – Benedikte & Lars – HepCats
- Saturday 5/7 – LINDY HOP – Hanna & Sune – HepCats
- Sunday 6/7 – BLUES – Trine & Finn – SwingShoes
- Monday 7/7 – BALBOA – Kasia & Jesper – Ministry of Balboa
- Tuesday 8/7 – BALBOA – Ariane & Jan – Ministry of Balboa
- Wednesday 9/7 – LINDY HOP – Namiko & Per – SwingShoes
- Thursday 10/7 – LINDY HOP/CHARLESTON – Rikke & Jakob – HepCats
- Friday 11/7 – LINDY HOP – Hannah P. & Kit – HepCats
- Saturday 12/7 – LINDY HOP – Monica & Rui – SwingShoes
- Sunday 13/7 – SOLO JAZZ – Monica – SwingShoes
