🎵 Jazz & Swing Gasteiz Festival 2026
The Jazz & Swing Gasteiz Festival returns to Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain, offering a vibrant weekend of swing dancing, live jazz music, and social gatherings in the heart of the Basque Country.
Organized by the local swing community Swingvergüenza, the festival brings together dancers, musicians, and swing lovers for a weekend filled with classes, concerts, social dancing, and cultural activities across the city.
With live bands, DJs, and outdoor events in iconic locations of Vitoria-Gasteiz, Jazz & Swing Gasteiz celebrates the energy and spirit of jazz culture in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.
📅 Dates & Registration
Festival Dates: July 3–5, 2026
Location: Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain 🇪🇸
Organized by: Swingvergüenza
More information and updates:
Registration and program details are available through the official website.
📍 What & Where
City: Vitoria-Gasteiz
Region: Basque Country, Spain
The festival takes place across several venues in the city center, combining cultural spaces, bars, and public locations where dancers and musicians meet throughout the weekend.
Main venues include:
- Izaskun Artegunea Garage – welcome activities
- Restaurant Como & Muerde – social swing dinner
- Hit Club Dardar – evening swing parties
- Bar La Blanca / Plaza Virgen Blanca – outdoor concerts and activities
- La Nouvelle Melodique / Condado de Treviño – live music events
These venues create a vibrant route through the city, connecting dance, music, and local culture.
💃 Dance Styles
- Lindy Hop
- Jazz
- Charleston
🎭 Activities & Highlights
Swing Activities
- Social dancing and swing dinners
- Lindy Hop classes and tasters
- Community activities and gatherings
Live Music
Live jazz concerts and swing bands performing throughout the weekend.
Outdoor Events
Daytime activities and concerts in the historic squares of Vitoria-Gasteiz.
Swing Parties
Late-night parties with DJs and live bands.
Jam Sessions
Musicians and dancers sharing the stage in spontaneous swing jams.
🗓 Festival Program Highlights
Friday – July 3
19:00 – 20:30
Visit to Cervecería Artesana Garage
20:30 – 21:30
Swing dinner and check-in
Restaurant Como & Muerde
21:30 – 02:00
Opening swing party
Hit Club Dardar
Live music by The Darksiders Swing Band & DJ Rafa Barcelona
Saturday – July 4
10:30 – 12:00
Plaza dance / outdoor social
Historic city center
12:30 – 14:15
Outdoor concert and social swing
Gasteiz Big Band
14:30 – 18:30
Swing train excursion
Treviño region
22:00 – 03:00
Main swing party
Hit Club Dardar
Live music by The Darksiders Swing Band & DJ Rafa Barcelona
Sunday – July 5
12:00 – 13:00
Swing parade and live concert
Bar La Blanca – Plaza Virgen Blanca
13:15 – 15:00
Outdoor jam session and dance
15:00 – 18:30
Closing lunch and farewell gathering
👣 Teachers & Artists
Bands
- The Darksiders Swing Band
- Gasteiz Big Band
DJ
- DJ Rafa Barcelona
More artists and collaborators may be announced closer to the festival.
🎟 Why You Should Come
Jazz & Swing Gasteiz is a celebration of swing culture in one of the most beautiful cities in northern Spain.
With live jazz bands, social dancing, outdoor concerts, and a welcoming local community, this festival offers a unique opportunity to experience the Basque swing scene while exploring the charm, gastronomy, and culture of Vitoria-Gasteiz.
Whether you’re a passionate dancer or simply love live jazz and community events, Jazz & Swing Gasteiz promises an unforgettable weekend.
🪩 Quick Overview
Event: Jazz & Swing Gasteiz Festival 2026
Dates: July 3–5, 2026
City: Vitoria-Gasteiz
Country: Spain 🇪🇸
Dance Styles:
- Lindy Hop
- Jazz
- Charleston
Highlights
- Live swing bands and jazz concerts
- Social dancing and swing parties
- Outdoor concerts and jam sessions
- Community activities and excursions
- Vibrant Basque swing atmosphere
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