✨ 1940s WARTIME DANCE NIGHT NOW WITH BIG BAND! ✨

Schedule

Sat, 06 Jun, 2026 at 07:30 pm to Sun, 07 Jun, 2026 at 12:00 am

UTC+01:00

Location

Burghfield Community Sports Association | Reading, EN

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Step back in time for an unforgettable evening of music, dancing and wartime atmosphere.
Join us for a 1940s-themed dance night, inspired by the spirit of the wartime dance halls. Expect a welcoming, social evening with great music, friendly faces and a chance to really immerse yourself in the era.
🕰️ What to expect:
🎶 Authentic 1940s-style music PLUS 15 piece Big Band plus modern swing music all evening
💃 A fun, easy 1940s-style dance class (no experience needed)
🕯️ A fully themed venue with wartime décor and photo backdrops
📸 Fantastic photo opportunities throughout the night
☕ Complimentary late-night café
Whether you’re a regular dancer or just fancy trying something different, this is a relaxed and inclusive evening where everyone is welcome.
👗 Dress code:
1940s style encouraged (military, land girl, tea dress, vintage inspired) or simply dress smart — it’s entirely up to you.
📅 Date: Saturday 6th June 2026
🕢 Time: Doors open 7:30pm – Midnight
📍 Venue: Burghfield CSA Club, James Lane, Burghfield (near Reading)
Bring your friends, bring your partner, or come along on your own — the wartime dance floor was always about community, morale and having a good time.
Tickets:
£15 in until Friday 29th May 2026
£18 from 30th May until Friday 5th June
£20.00 on the day
Available at any Ginger Jive night, By phone 07970 153 518 or via the events page on the website:- https://www.gingerjive.com/event-details/1940s-wartime-dance-night.
🎟️ Save the date and join us for a night to remember.
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Burghfield Community Sports Association, Juke Joint, James Lane, Reading, RG7 1NB, United Kingdom

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