🎵 Vancouver Balboa Mini Fest 2025

From October 17–19, 2025, Vancouver, BC (Canada) hosts the Vancouver Balboa Mini Fest — a cozy, community-driven dance exchange focused on the rhythmic, elegant swing-era dances Balboa and Bal Swing.

A weekend designed for social dancers, featuring seven dances, three nights of live music, beginner intensive workshops, and a welcoming atmosphere that celebrates rhythm, connection, and joy.

📅 Dates & Registration

• Dates: October 17, 18 & 19, 2025
• Registration: open via the official website
• City: Vancouver, BC 🇨🇦
• Passes:
  • Full Pass: all dances & classes
  • Dance Pass: social dances only
• Early Bird pricing available while supplies last

📍 What & Where

• Location: various venues in downtown Vancouver with classic wooden floors and vintage atmosphere.
• Organized by: VanSwing Society

💃 Dance Styles

Balboa

🎭 Activities & Highlights

• 7 social dances throughout the weekend:
  • 3 evening dances with live music by Josh Roberts
  • 2 afternoon DJ dances
  • 2 late-night DJ sessions
• Beginner Intensive Workshops with Lauren Smith & Peter Flahiff, designed to jump-start your Balboa journey.
• Atmosphere: cozy, inclusive, and full of swing spirit — perfect for dancers who love connection and musicality.

Vancouver’s most charming Balboa gathering — small in size, big in heart.

👣 Teachers

• Lauren Smith & Peter Flahiff

World-renowned Balboa instructors celebrated for their clarity, rhythm, and passion.

Their workshops combine precision and playfulness, helping dancers build confidence and connection on the social floor.

🎟 Why You Should Come

The Vancouver Balboa Mini Fest is your chance to experience the beauty of Balboa in an intimate, friendly setting.

Dance to live music, meet the local community, and rediscover the magic of social dancing in one of Canada’s most vibrant cities.