Festival
Portland Lindy Exchange (PDXLX) 2026
Apr 09 – Apr 12, 2026 · Portland, United States
What to expect
Portland's annual dance exchange celebrating the vintage swing music and dances of the 20's-50's, including Charleston, Lindy Hop, Balboa, and Collegiate Shag. A full weekend of dancing to top-notch bands, no-cost community activities, and classes with national instructors. Features workshops from incredible instructors, astounding live music each night, and so many opportunities to dance.
Who you'll dance with
Teachers
Austin Neverman Unclaimed
Portland, OR
Darcie Juarez Unclaimed
Portland, OR
Music
Europe
The Minidoka Swing Band remembers the Japanese Americans who were interned behind barbed wire during WWII with big band sounds from the 1...
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Led by Shane Allen of Eugene, OR. Stomp Off Party swings the standards with vibrance and depth, bringing together voices from all corners...
Europe
Founded in 2020, a Portland, OR based swing band led by drummer and swing dancer Eddie Montejo. Formed by dancers and for dancers, playin...
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A high-powered swing ensemble based in Portland, Oregon featuring Doug Sammons and Dee Settlemier. A PDXLX tradition featured at the afte...
Venues
Norse Hall
111 NE 11th Ave, Portland, OR
Norse Hall
111 NE 11th Ave, Portland, OR
111 NE 11th Ave, Portland, OR Map ↗
Main venue for Portland Lindy Exchange dance parties and workshops.