Events

Summer Dance 2026

The summer event for the Belfast Jazz Swing Orchestra at the Beechlawns Hotel, Dunmurray on the 18th June 2026

St. Patrick’s Day Dance 2026

Our traditional St. Patrick’s Day entertainment with our competition winning Irish dancers bringing a traditional flavour to the usual nights dancing

St. Valentines Dance 2026

Enjoy a night of great music and dancing featuring the wonderful vocals of Caroline Brown and the “Big Band” sounds of Victor Currie and the Belfast Jazz Swing Orchestra.

Christmas Dance 2025

This year, we are moving our Christmas Dance from its traditional home at Shorts Recreation Club to the Blanchflower Stadium, Holywood Road, Belfast…which is just next door to Shorts.

Same great music and entertainment but in a fresh new space to celebrate in style!

A picture of Marty Wilson holding his trombone

In Memory – Martin (Marty) Wilson

In memory of a distinguished musician, Marty served as Principal Trombone of the Ulster Orchestra since 1989, enriching Northern Ireland’s cultural landscape for over three decades.
His exceptional talent extended beyond classical music – he was also an accomplished jazz singer and served as Musical Director of the Belfast Jazz Swing Orchestra for four years, delighting audiences at numerous BJSO evenings.

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A poster for a Facebook Event advertising a Halloween dance with the Belfast Jazz Swing Orchestra Halloween Dance

Halloween Dance 2024

Halloween dances have a rich history that dates back centuries, evolving from ancient harvest festivals and Celtic Samhain traditions into vibrant community celebrations that transcend generational boundaries. Originally marked by gatherings that honoured the changing seasons and paid tribute to spirits, these events have transformed into joyous occasions filled with music, fancy dress, and dancing under the autumn moon. Today, Halloween dances serve as a beloved tradition, bringing people together in a spirit of camaraderie and creativity, where the thrill of the spooky season is matched only by the joy of connection and shared revelry. As we prepare for Halloween Dance 2024, we invite everyone to join in the fun, embrace the magic of the night, and create lasting memories with friends and family alike.

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Belfast Jazz Swing Orchestra Christmas Dance

Christmas Dance

Date: Friday 8th December
Location: Shorts Club, Holywood Road, Belfast.
Doors Open: 7:30 pm
Band Playing: 8:30 pm – 11:00 pm
Pay at the door: £10

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Belfast Jazz Swing Orchestra Halloween Dance

Halloween Dance

The Band welcomes everyone back for a new season with our Halloween Fancy Dress Dance. Come along, sit back, relax and listen or bring your dance shoes and dance the night away to the Belfast Jazz Swing Orchestra – (20) piece ‘Big Band’ Sound

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