🎵 Lindy Cats Festival 2025

From October 17–19, 2025, the Lindy Cats Festival returns to Austria, bringing the same cosy, community-focused atmosphere as previous years — but with an exciting new twist.

This year’s edition will feature open classes designed for individual growth, opportunities to explore the African-American heritage of swing dances, and plenty of time to share knowledge, ideas, and love for the music and the dance.

📅 Dates & Registration

  • Dates: October 17, 18 & 19, 2025
  • Registration: open via the official website
  • Passes: Full Pass (workshops + parties + concerts), Party Pass (parties only), and individual tickets.
  • Early Bird discounts available until sold out.

📍 What & Where

  • City: Graz, Austria 🇦🇹
  • Venues:
    • Central dance halls for workshops and socials.
    • Local bars and cultural spaces hosting concerts and jam sessions.

💃 Dance Styles

Lindy Hop, Jazz

🎭 Activities & Highlights

  • Open classes giving dancers more space for personal growth.
  • Talks and sessions exploring the African-American roots of swing.
  • Live music & social dancing throughout the weekend.
  • 3 amazing bands:
    • Swing Wagon
    • The Coquette Jazz Band
    • Swing Soleil
  • Atmosphere: cosy, inclusive, and filled with joy — a festival that brings people together through dance, history, and rhythm.
A festival made from the heart — where dance becomes connection and music becomes community.

👣 Teachers

  • Alice Bourgasser & Michel Campeau
  • Ana Maeso & Alberto Meucci
  • Špela Premelč & Xesc Bujosa
  • Serpil Yildirim & Erol Akinci
  • The Smile Trio (musical workshops & rhythm sessions)

A diverse and inspiring line-up of teachers and musicians who blend history, creativity, and playfulness to bring swing to life in every class.

🎟 Why You Should Come

The Lindy Cats Festival is a heartfelt celebration of swing dance, music, and community.

Join a warm, inclusive environment with live music, inspiring teachers, and a focus on connection — both on and off the dance floor.