# Event Details - **Event Name**: 20th Annual 'Let's Dance' Big Band Weekend - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 10 Jul, 2026 at 07:30 pm – Sun, 12 Jul, 2026 at 12:30 pm - **Event Description**: The 20th Annual 'Let's Dance' Big Band Weekend event is for fans of live swing, latin, waltz, and foxtrot, plus music. "Classic variety, Elegant fun" 'Affordable Couple Event' presenter: Just Make It Happen, Inc. a 501 c 3 non profit rated 'Go To' by nat'l magazine American Profile 4 yrs. event listers welcome = comp. brochure display at event www justmakeithappen-dekalb.com Let's Dance event 3 bands, 3 themed dances, 3 registration options 1 new option - First Steps, Registration options Best deal registrations due May 1. Regular registrations due July 2. At door sales: Dance Only (no food) No First Steps registrations permitted Listen only Balcony seats (200 theatre style). Two registration options Intermediate/advanced Use General Registration New Renew First Steps Registration Register by couple or 2 friends ? Do you like swing, latin + sounds or enjoy adventure of 'how to' Use 'First Steps' registration - (couple groups welcome) Pro Team guides 'how to' learn confident outcome Lessons begin Friday July 10 4:30 p.m. Check in 4 pm Wear Used leather soled shoes (broken in) works fine Required: Must attend 3 lessons, 2 dances (see form) Limit: 20 couples. Venue Northern Illinois University Duke Ellington Ballroom, 340 Carroll Ave DeKalb, IL. smooth wood floor (13,000 sq. foot); controlled acoustics dancer friendly food; on site hotel, (5 nearby) fully accessible, NO Flashing lights Welcome Desk location west entrance to ballroom Music Band size: 8 - 17 piece 1 -2 singers Big Band Traditions: Chicago, Midwest, National Think ...... elegant Glen Miller 'In the Mood' Sinatra 'Fly Me to the Moon', Ellington 'Take the A Train', Mancini 'Moon River' 'Sway' Goodman Sing Sing Sing plus 100+ year American legacy of ballroom, stage, film, + freshly prepared 'live' without distortion designed for social ballroom dancing fun! meet and make new friends Attire: Dressy - Classic Elegance Free parking, easy on-off from I-88, 39, 90 local 38, 72 34 Extra access: pro advice, display sales Top National Firm Dance Shoes of Atlanta, GA , on site, Friday, Saturday to help guests with their dance shoe needs www justmakeithappen-dekalb.com e mail: jdmusicpros@gmail.com P.s. tables of 10 available by request w/paid registrations - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/dekalb/20th-annual-lets-dance-big-band-weekend/200030093829747 - **Event Categories**: entertainment, music, art, theatre, trips-adventures - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 5 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Dekalb - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: 340 Carroll Ave, Dekalb, IL 60115-3073, United States - **lat**: 41.93555 - **long**: -88.76623 - **full address**: 340 Carroll Ave, Dekalb, IL 60115-3073, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 20th Annual 'Let's Dance' Big Band Weekend - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/96a4708429fa55069d31abc9419aa172c87ce5eeec823c9f938f489e0db893ce-rimg-w1200-h989-dc1e1a28-gmir?v=1783470545 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 20th Annual 'Let's Dance' Big Band Weekend being held? - **A:** 20th Annual 'Let's Dance' Big Band Weekend takes place on Fri, 10 Jul, 2026 at 07:30 pm to Sun, 12 Jul, 2026 at 12:30 pm at 340 Carroll Ave, Dekalb, IL 60115-3073, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing 20th Annual 'Let's Dance' Big Band Weekend? - **A:** 20th Annual 'Let's Dance' Big Band Weekend is organized by Just Make It Happen Productions. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 20th Annual 'Let's Dance' Big Band Weekend is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Dekalb, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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