The Bay Area has several distinct swing-dance communities. Use the event’s own schedule to choose a beginner class, live-band party or outdoor social. Here are current options in San Francisco and Oakland, with an important correction to the old 9:20 Special listing.
Cat’s Corner: Wednesday in San Francisco
Cat’s Corner runs Wednesday swing and Lindy Hop classes and dancing at On Broadway at Mabuhay Gardens, 435 Broadway Street, San Francisco. Check its dated band and class listings.
Monthly series and a drop-in lesson are different choices. Read the current class requirements and ticket details before joining.
Lindy in the Park: Sunday outdoors
Lindy in the Park advertises free Sunday outdoor swing dancing in Golden Gate Park. Check its current information for the exact meeting spot, beginner lesson and weather changes.
Choose footwear suitable for the outdoor surface. A special anniversary schedule should not be used as the ordinary weekly timetable.
The Breakaway: Thursday in Oakland
The Breakaway now lists Thursday classes and social dancing at Lake Merritt Dance, 200 Grand Avenue, Oakland. Check the current schedule and class policies before visiting.
The Woodchopper’s Ball: Tuesday swing
Verdi Club’s Woodchopper’s Ball listing identifies its Tuesday swing program, with monthly classes and a live-music dance party. Use the current band and class schedule for your chosen date. This is swing, not a Tuesday salsa recommendation.
9:20 Special and older event names
The 9:20 Special’s official website currently says “Closed Indefinitely.” Do not travel there based on its older Thursday class information.
For workshops or competitions, confirm the producer, year, city and registration page before booking.
Venue and schedule details reviewed October 15, 2026. Follow the linked organizer for date changes, ticket details and access requirements.