Savoy 100! Dinner Dance, Fundraiser and 1st Annual Spirit of the Savoy Awards
Saturday, March 21, 2026 @ 6:45pm
Riverside Church, New York
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Step back into the heartbeat of Harlem and relive the magic of the world-famous Savoy Ballroom as we celebrate its 100th Anniversary. CELEBRATE 100 YEARS OF THE SAVOY BALLROOM! A Once-in-a-Century Dinner Dance Gala , Fundraiser and 1st Annual Savoy Spirit Awards.
Journey back to the heartbeat of Harlem and relive the magic of the world-famous Savoy Ballroom as we celebrate its 100th Anniversary—a night overflowing with elegance, rhythm, and unforgettable history.
LIVE MUSIC BY CHRISTOPHER MCBRIDE & THE SHOWTIME CREW
Feel the floor come alive with the irresistible swing and big-band brilliance that made the Savoy legendary.
SURPRISE LINDY HOP SHOWCASES
Be swept off your feet as award-winning dancers break out electrifying, surprise Lindy Hop performances throughout the evening.
APPEARANCES BY PAST SAVOY BALLROOM DANCERS Meet those who helped carry the spirit of the Savoy through the decades... Ms. Sugar Sullivan, Mr. Sonny Allen, Ms. Barbara Billups and representing her dad Ms. Denise Minns.
AWARDS and COMMENDATIONS The Savoy 100 event will celebrate the enduring legacy of Lindy Hop with awards and commendations honoring the elders, originators, and individuals who have played a pivotal role in preserving and promoting this iconic dance. The inaugural "Savoy Spirit Award" is presented to Ms. Aduke Mickey Davidson.
DINNER EXPERIENCE Enjoy a curated dinner menu inspired by Harlem’s golden era as live music fills the air.
SUPPORT THE FUTURE OF LINDY HOP IN HARLEM This unforgettable celebration also serves as a fundraiser for Lindy Hop dance programs in Harlem (Harlem Swings, Black Lindy Hoppers Fund), helping to ensure that the legacy, joy, and community spirit of this iconic dance live on for generations.
This is more than an event—it’s a celebration of culture, community, history, and the bright future of Harlem’s dance heritage. Dress to impress. Dance like the night is yours.
Date: Saturday, March 21, 2026 Location: Riverside Church (Assembly Hall) 91 Claremont Avenue
Tickets: $100 plus eventbrite fee
Join us on the floor—and help keep Harlem dancing. If you can't attend in person, please consider donating to Harlem Swings.
DONATE Every donation makes a difference. A financial contribution is a great opportunity to give back to the dance that has given so much to the community.
Harlem Swings is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) charitable organization. Donations are generally tax deductible in the United States and certain other foreign jurisdictions. Federal Tax ID: 82-3959763.
Music: Jazz / Blues Dance Special Events Morningside Heights
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Savoy 100! Dinner Dance, Fundraiser and 1st Annual Spirit of the Savoy Awards
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Riverside Church, 490 Riverside Drive, New York, NY, 10027
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