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Festival

Hepcats Homecoming 2026

Apr 18 – Apr 19, 2026 · Waterloo, Canada

Presented by Hepcat Swing

What to expect

Hepcat Swing's 10-year anniversary as a not-for-profit, as well as the colorful history of swing dancing in Kitchener-Waterloo over the last 100 years. The event features workshops in Blues and Lindy Hop taught by experienced local instructors, live music, and a Sunday brunch.

Who you'll dance with

Teachers

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Jeff Benoit Unclaimed

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Connie Walz Unclaimed

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Amy Yardley Unclaimed

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Brooke Filsinger Unclaimed

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Becky Stark Unclaimed

Music

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Douglas Watson Blues Band

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One of Canada's top Blues, R&B, Motown, Soul, and Rockin Dance bands, based in Kitchener, Ontario. Douglas Watson is bass player and lead...

Venues

Hepcat Swing Dance Studio

42 Erb Street East, Waterloo, ON, Canada

42 Erb Street East, Waterloo, ON, Canada Map ↗