The Dance Issue · Vol. XVII

Vietnam
Lindy
Exchange

Live bands International DJs Gala dinner Late nights Beach dancing
Announcement

The 17th edition is on the press

Vietnam Lindy Exchange is an international swing dance weekend, held every year since 2009 — and in 2027 it returns to the UNESCO World Heritage town of Hội An. Three days and nights of swingin' live bands, international DJs and dancing by the beach and through the old town. Lindy Hop at heart, and loved by Balboa and Blues dancers from all over the world.

Registration opens soon — Saturday 10 October, 16:00 (GMT+7).
Save the date, set a reminder,
and get ready to grab your pass.

Bands, DJs, venues and the full programme are being confirmed right now. Follow us and keep an eye on this page — the details are coming.

Photos are from previous editions and do not necessarily represent this year's venues. The programme may change at any time without notice.

Registration

Group registration opens in

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Saturday 10 October 2026 · 16:00 (GMT+7)

Group registration

Groups of 6–10 dancers.

Maximum 10 groups — first come, first served.

Saturday 17 October 2026

Early bird

The first 50 registrations get the early bird price.

Full weekend passes.

Saturday 24 October 2026

Regular registration

Open to everyone, subject to availability.

The dates are set. Opening times, prices and how to register will be updated here along the way — follow our social media so you don't miss it.

✨ What's waiting for you at VLX 2027?

  • 🎧 International DJs
  • 🎺 Live Bands
  • 🌙 3 nights of dancing
  • 🍖 Gala BBQ Buffet Dinner
  • ☀️ Afternoon Dance
  • 🏖️ Dance by the beach & in the UNESCO town of Hội An

How registration works

  1. Fill in the registration form when a window opens.
  2. You'll get an acknowledgement email — don't pay yet.
  3. When a place is confirmed, we email you payment instructions.
  4. Pay by the deadline to secure your spot.

Questions? Email us at info.thevlx@gmail.com.

VLX 2027 OVERVIEW

A first look at the programme. Venues, music and themes are still being confirmed — details will be filled in here as they land. Photos are from previous editions.

Friday, March 19th

19:00 - 01:00

Registration & Welcome Dance

Venue: To be updated

Music: To be updated

Floor: To be updated

Theme: To be updated

Dancers at a welcome dance

Saturday, March 20th

Dancers at a beach party
10:00 - 15:30

Dance By The Beach

Venue: To be updated

Music: To be updated

Floor: To be updated

18:30 - 00:00

Gala Buffet Dinner & Dance

Venue: To be updated

Music: To be updated

Floor: To be updated

Theme: To be updated

Gala buffet dinner and dance
Late night dancing
00:00 - 03:00

Late Night Dance

Venue: To be updated

Music: To be updated

Floor: To be updated

Sunday, March 21th

13:00 - 16:00

Afternoon Dance

Venue: To be updated

Music: To be updated

Floor: To be updated

Dancers at an afternoon dance
Farewell dance in the ballroom
20:00 - 00:00

Farewell Dance

Venue: To be updated

Music: To be updated

Floor: To be updated

Theme: To be updated

00:00 - 03:00

Late Night Dance

Venue: To be updated

Music: To be updated

Floor: To be updated

Late night dancing

LIVE BANDS

The line-up is being curated as we speak.

Something special is on its way

We're putting together a weekend of swingin' live music — bands and DJs from Vietnam and beyond, ready to keep the floor moving from the first note to the last late-night set.

The full line-up will be announced soon. Follow us on social media and be the first to know who's taking the stage.

VLX HIGHLIGHTS

The VLX 2027 after-movie will land here after the event — enjoy the highlights from previous editions meanwhile.

VLX 2026 Recap

VLX 2024 Recap

VLX 2023 Recap

Follow us on social media to get updated.

Notice to all dancers

Save the dates

Friday 19th — Sunday 21st March 2027, Hội An, Vietnam. Put it in the calendar now; the details will follow in this paper.

Three days, three nights — all times Vietnam time (GMT+7).

Questions & answers

The Reader Asks

When and where is VLX 2027?

Friday 19 – Sunday 21 March 2027, in Hội An, Vietnam. The exact venues for each dance are being confirmed and will be published here as soon as they are locked in.

When does registration open, and how much is a pass?

There are three windows, opening on these dates right here on this website: group registration on 10 October 2026 (groups of 6–10 dancers, maximum 10 groups), early bird on 17 October 2026 (the first 50 registrations get the early bird price), and regular registration on 24 October 2026. Exact opening times and prices will be updated here along the way.

Which dance styles can I expect?

Mainly Lindy Hop, with dedicated late-night sessions loved by Balboa and Blues dancers. DJs and live bands play across all three nights.

How do I get there?

Fly into Da Nang International Airport (DAD), roughly a 40-minute drive from Hội An. We will share ride-coordination tips and private-car options closer to the event.

Where should I stay?

We are finalising accommodation details with our venue partners and will publish options and any special rates here once they are confirmed.

What is the cancellation policy?

Full terms — including our pass-transfer policy — will be published before registration opens. In short: VLX does not offer refunds, but passes can be transferred to another dancer within the stated deadline.

My question is not answered here.

Write to us at info.thevlx@gmail.com — or send a message on the VLX Facebook page or Instagram. We love hearing from you.