Beantown was awesome. The communal dining and activities go along way to fostering community. The tracks are a great way to meet other dancers at your level and also figure out what you need to improve. And being able to perform regardless of track in a choreographed routine is awesome!

Beantown is my favorite week of the year! A chance to forget about all outside responsibility and stress and focus on an art form that is unbelievably joyful.

My first time at Beantown not only gave me concrete skills to work on, but embodied the spirit of Lindy Hop and showed me the breadth of dancing outside of my local scene. Performing was like dancing in front of a group of friends who provide supportive and enthusiastic camaraderie. The joy and warmth of this community will not be forgotten.

As a beginner with only 7 months experience in Swing dance, I attended the 2024 Beantown Whole Shebang on a whim, registering on the Tuesday prior to the Thursday start date! I cannot speak highly enough of the whole experience at Beantown. Administratively, they were very professional and friendly during the registration process, were very quick to reply to emails, allowed me to change rooms. Everyone was very welcoming and it was such a friendly, positive, atmosphere. The food was fantastic, with many delicious options, no matter what your particular tastes.

This was my first time at Beantown, and it was such an incredibly welcoming and diverse group. I learned so much and had a positively splendid time! You do a beautiful job of running Beantown, you have my awe and gratitude. My most severe complaint is that I have to wait a whole nother year…Thank you so much!