Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum To Host

1940’s-Style Swing Dancing Event

Battle Of The Big Bands

Saturday, May 27
7:00 pm – 1:00 am

Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
Pier 86 (46th Street and 12th Avenue)

Early Bird Tickets SOLD OUT—Advance Tickets on Sale Now

The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum joins with Prohibition Productions to host Battle of the Big Bands, an epic music and swing dancing event on the flight deck of the historic aircraft carrier Intrepid located at Pier 86 (46th Street and 12th Avenue) on Saturday, May 27, from 7:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. The event is part of the Museum’s celebration of Fleet Week New York 2017.

Celebrate the music, dancing and style of the swing era with a spectacular lineup of over 90 performers, including three of NYC’s best big bands—the Harlem Renaissance Orchestra; the Glenn Crytzer Orchestra with guest vocalist Hannah Gill; and Gunhild Carling with the Swingadelic Big Band.

Costumes and dancing shoes are encouraged. For fashion lovers, the evening will include a vintage fashion show and contest and a 2,000 square-foot dance floor will provide room for a dance contest, swing dance performances, and free beginner swing dance lessons.

A cash bar will be available, along with snacks for purchase.  This event is open to adults ages 21 and over.

Tickets are required and space is limited.  Advance tickets start at $45.00.  VIP ticketholders will get an exclusive tour on the hangar deck and the chance to explore the Museum. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit www.intrepidmuseum.org.

About the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum

The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum is a non-profit, educational institution featuring the legendary aircraft carrier Intrepid, the space shuttle Enterprise, the world’s fastest jets and a guided missile submarine. Through exhibitions, educational programming and the foremost collection of technologically groundbreaking aircraft and vessels, visitors of all ages and abilities are taken on an interactive journey through history to learn about American innovation and bravery.

The Intrepid Museum fulfills its mission to honor our heroes, educate the public and inspire our youth by connecting them to history through hands-on exploration while bridging the future by inspiring innovation.