Extra Excursions
If you’re from out of town, in addition to all the awesome things at NYLX, we hope you’ll come early and explore the city!
note: These extra excursions are not included in NYLX packages
RECOMENDED EVENTS
NYC has several amazing weekly events with live music, dancing, or both. Most local dancers would recommend these weekly events:
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Monday - THE BACKROOM
102 Norfolk St (btw Rivington & Delancey St)
Live music every Monday, space to dance, great vibe! The Back Room is one of only two speakeasies in New York City that operated during Prohibition and is still in existence today. It is a timeless example of the underbelly of New York past... entrance is hidden down an alley! Run by vocalist Svetlana since 2012, the music starts at 9pm. No Cover! more info - www.BackRoomNYC.com
Tuesday - JAM at MONA’S
224 Avenue B (btw 13th & 14th St)
Every Tuesday since 2007 there has been a “Trad” jazz jam session at this local dive bar featuring many of NYC’s top musicians! Run by reedman Dennis Lichtman, the original band even included Gordon Webster. House band starts at 9pm, jam session starts later + goes til stupid late. No cover! more info - www.facebook.com/MonasTuesdayJazz/
Wednesday - GOTHAM JAZZ
(Album Release Party Sept 18th)
SOMEWHERE NOWHERE - 112 West 25th Street (38th fl / btw 6th & 7th ave)
Every Wednesday with live music and dancing on this gorgeous 38th floor club… one of the most popular jazz nights in NYC! House band is The Hot Toddies Jazz Band, and is produced by NYLX co-producer Prohibition Productions! “Somewhere in the middle of nowhere is a speakeasy in the sky… Join us every Wednesday as we step back in time; the twenties are roaring again - you won’t want to miss it.” more info - www.ProhibitionProductions.com/gothamjazz
Thursday - FRIM FRAM
(live band on Sept 19th)
YSBD…! 37 West 26th Street, on 2nd fl
Every Thursday since 2001, Frim Fram has be home for the NYC swing dance community… featuring FREE intro lessons and dancing to today's hottest DJs and favorite live bands.
more info - www.FrimFramJam.com
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ThisWeekInSwingNYC.com
For the most comprehensive listing on local NYC swing dances & events, please visit our pal Eileen’s blog, ”THIS WEEK IN SWING” - we use it all the time, so should you!