Hep to the Hive 2026

Become a Swing North member, and get a £24 discount (contact us for the coupon code, once you're a member). More info on classes can be found on the Info Pack via our website home page. We're buzzing like bees (the symbol of Manchester) to welcome you back for our third Hep to the Hive weekend. Internationally acclaimed teachers Nils & Bianca will join us, plus Molly Pye, John Carlyle, Matt Lane, Caroline Rashman, Joe Jefferson, Diana Espirito, Joe Parsons, B, Linford Miller, Rochelle Smicle-Thompson, and our friends from Honey Blues. Laura will be back with her yoga for dancers, and Rebecca will offer a taster in Northern Soul. VENUES Our main venue for the weekend, is again the Hallé St. Peter's rehearsal facility; in a beautifully converted church in the former warehouse district of Ancoats. The location overlooks a piazza, surrounded by cafes, bars and restaurants. Some classes will be in nearby St. Michael's, which is on the next street along. PARTY TIMES Friday and Saturday main parties run from 8pm to midnight. Sunday from 5.30pm until 8.30pm approx. Tip: Don't try to do everything! We want you to have a fun weekend, save some energy for our parties, and have a chance to see some of our vibrant city. It's not cheating to allow some chill time in the morning, or to cherry pick a handful of classes. CONDITIONS OF BOOKING The names of teachers and performers are correct at the time of booking. Swing North reserves the right to make substitutions if required, should those named become unavailable for any reason whatsoever. In attending this event, you agree to read and adhere to The Swing North Manifesto. All rights of admission are reserved, and you may be asked to leave the event, if deemed necessary by the organisers; without a refund. As a volunteer led non-profit organisation, we do not have the resources to process refunds, sorry. You may though sell your ticket at face value, and forward the booking email to the buyer. Please watch out for scammers though!Hep to the Hive 2026