Welwyn Garden City Vintage Festival
19th, 20th & 21st June 2026
After an incredible 4 years we are excited to announce our 5th WGC Swing Festival (formerly WGC Vintage Festival), a unique international 2 day, 3 evening, live music & dance event, organised by JiveSwing.Com.
This year we have visitors from around 15 countries and all over the UK for a unique weekend of workshops, all night dancing, live music, history talks, competitions etc. This year we’re also adding more, with 12 international teachers, more musicians, more history and more diverse classes, but the same cosy family feel.
Transport
TRAINS
Welwyn Garden City Train Station – 2 mins walk.
(Only 25 minutes from King Cross.)
AIRPORTS
Luton – 24 mins
Stansted – 45 mins
Heathrow – 49mins
Gatwick – 1 hour 30mins by car/train
Airport Taxi – Omega 07468518688 (Quote JiveSwing for discount)
Parking
Oaklands College WGC Carpark – Onsite
Campus West Carpark – 1 mins walk
NCP Carparks – 3 mins walk
Accommodation
Travelodge WGC – 1 mins walk (HC Carpark directly behind)
Premier Inn WGC – 15mins walk (Onsite Carpark)
There are also lots of cheaper AirBnB’s etc in Welwyn Garden City town centre.
NB: We would recommend booking your accomodation ASAP to find somewhere close to the Howard Centre.
Eating & Drinking
The location is surrounded by lots of cool café’s and classic restaurants, all within 5 mins walk. However we are looking at having a special lunch, with hot food at the venue for 2026. Full details in the pack, when you book.