Join Us At One
Of These Special Events
Throughout The Year, Omaha Jitterbugs
Hosts or Co-hosts Special Events
For The Dance Community
Come Show Your Support and
Have a Swingin’ Good Time
Every Friday Night, Omaha Jitterbugs Host Jitterbugs’ Night Out – Below Are Additional Special Events To Attend
The Sylvia Shuffle: April 11th-13th
Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to learn and dance Balboa with the legendary Sylvia Sykes! Known worldwide for her expertise and charismatic teaching, Sylvia brings a wealth of knowledge and passion for Balboa. Join us for inspiring workshops to refine your technique, followed by an evening of dancing to top swing tunes. Whether you’re a Balboa enthusiast or just beginning, this event is a unique chance to deepen your skills, meet fellow dancers, and experience the joy of Balboa with one of its most celebrated instructors!
| Friday, April 11th | |
| 7:00 PM | Video Clip Presentation & Lecture |
| 8:00 PM | Dean’s 6-Count Basic Swing |
| 9:45 PM | Instructor Demo |
| 9:50 PM | Raffle/Shim Sham |
| 10:00 PM | Social Dancing |
| 12:00 AM | Dance Ends |
| Saturday, April 12th | |
| 10:30AM – 12PM | Balboa Basics |
| 12:00 PM | Lunch Break |
| 1:30PM – 2:30PM | Intermediate Balboa |
| 2:45PM – 3:45PM | Intermediate Bal Swing |
| Break | |
| 8:00 PM | Jewel’s Swivels |
| 9:00 PM | Social Dance featuring Jordi & The Jitterbugs |
| 11:30 PM | Dance Ends |
| Sunday, April 13th | |
| 10:30 AM | Intermediate Balboa |
| 12:00 PM | Lunch Break |
| 1:30 PM | Intermediate Bal Swing |
| 2:45 AM | Advanced Balboa |
Pricing:
Full Access Pass: $160
Beginners Pass: $75
Individual Class: $30/each
Dance Pass: $30
Friday Dance Only: $20
Saturday Dance Only: $15
Save The Date For These 2025 Events
March 14, 2025
Green Party at JNO
March 28, 2025
UNO Jazz Band at JNO
April 11-13, 2025
The Sylvia Shuffle
May 2, 2025
UNO Jazz Band at JNO
May 2025
Leading Ladies Fundraiser
June 21, 2025
Balboa Binge
June 6, 13, 20 and 27, 2025
Junior Jitterbugs
July 4, 2025
Fourth of July Parade
August 2025
Called Big Apple Party
September 5-7, 2025
Cowtown Jamborama
October 17, 2025
JNO 25th Birthday
October 24, 2025
Halloween Dance with UNO Jazz Band at JNO
November 11, 2025
Veteran’s Dance at JNO
November 28, 2025
Black Friday Dance
December 2025
Jingle Ball
Why Omaha Jitterbugs?
It’s easy to try.
Swing dance is for everyone! You can start anytime at our weekly Friday lesson and dance, where learning is easy, affordable, and fun.
It’s a welcoming community.
Meet new people and find community in Omaha and around the world. Social dances, rotating classes, and worldwide events foster serendipitous connections.
It’s life-changing.
Our programs nourish the human spirit. Health improves, confidence boosts, and people grow. Nowhere else can you find creativity, exercise, social connection, and fun all in one place.