Get ready to celebrate a century of Harlem’s iconic lindy hop and its birth at the Savoy ballroom. It will be an afternoon to rememeber. Harlem is…presents Savoy 100 Harlem – March 14th 12pm at Harlem Hospital Center (506 Lenox Avenue). RSVP required! Don’t miss this lindy hop afternoon dance celebration. Feel the spirit and move to the beat with professional Harlem swing dances. Explore its roots from its days at the Savoy ballroom and learn its most popular moves of the 1930s. Be wowed by film clips of legendary Frankie Manning and more. Be part of an informative dance dialogue with dance luminaries. Produced With Barbara Jones, Director of the Harlem Swing Dance Society. It’s dance history – it’s living history – it’s Harlem history and it’s fun! Includes an interactive visit to the harlem is… exhibit honoring over 100 cultural luminaires. FREE. RSVP required. Harlem Hospital Center , 506 Lenox Ave A program of Community Works in association with New Heritage Theatre Group. For further information email bh@communityworksnyc.org. Funding provided by Harlem Community Development Corporation.
A Tribute to Harlem’s Cultural Legacy
In March 2026, join us in celebrating the 100th anniversary of the legendary Savoy Ballroom—a symbol of Harlem’s vibrant cultural and musical heritage. Known as the ‘Home of Happy Feet,’ the Savoy Ballroom was more than just a dance hall; it was a community cornerstone that thrived from March 12, 1926, to July 10, 1958, bringing people together through the universal language of jazz and dance.
Join Us
Be part of a gala that echoes with the music and spirit of days gone by, while looking forward to a future that honors Harlem’s rich cultural tapestry.
Let’s dance into the next century together and keep Harlem’s heart beating strong! 🎉
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, March 21, 2026
Location: Alhambra Ballroom, Harlem, NYC
