Registration
World Finals 2025 Registration is Open!!
ILHC World Finals are moving to August 8 – 10, 2025!
This will align our event with the iconic Harlem Week — it will celebrate culture, history, and swing!!
Current Prices
Patron Full Pass
$350
Full Weekend Pass
$280
Party Pass
$200
Beginner Track
$180
You don’t want to miss world-class competitions, insightful dance classes with expert instructors, incredible live music, social dancing late into the night, and swing community events like walking tours of Harlem, the Black Lindy Hoppers’ Fund Swing Dance Museum, and more.
Best of all, you’ll meet hundreds of other dancers worldwide who are as passionate about Lindy Hop as you are!
IN-PERSON WEEKEND PASSES
Friday through Monday. Featuring classes, social dancing, watching contests, and social/cultural activities.
You must purchase a Full Weekend Pass, Patron Pass, Youth Pass, or Beginner Pass to take classes.*
For the fastest service, register for passes via Danceplace (above); you may also purchase passes at the door (cash/PayPal).
| Full Weekend Passes | Price ** |
| March 3 – 31 | $280 |
| April 1 -30 | $300 |
| May 1 – 31 | $315 |
| June 1 – 30 | $330 |
| July 1 – Event | $340 |
| Full Patron Passes *** | Price |
| March 1 – April 30 | $350 |
| May 1 – June 30 | $375 |
| July 1 – Event | $400 |
| Dance Passes | Price |
| March 1 – 31 | $200 |
| April 1 – 30 | $220 |
| May 1 – 31 | $235 |
| June 1 – 30 | $250 |
| July 1 – Event | $260 |
| Beginner Passes | Price |
| Anytime | $180 |
| Youth Passes **** | Price |
| Anytime | $99 |
* Patron, Full Weekend Pass, and Youth Pass holders may attend any available class. Beginner Pass holders are limited to the listed beginner classes.
** Discount available for international attendees! If you are an international attendee living outside of the U.S. you will receive $20 off. These discounts only apply to Full Passes. You must show proof of non-US residency. Enter code “INTL” when registering.
*** PATRON PASS—We strive to hold the ILHC World Finals in the presence of our elders and the birthplace of these forms. We are deeply grateful for each of you and the ways you continue to grow and celebrate this community. We also recognize that everyone offers different participation and contribution levels. For those who are able to offer greater support, please consider our Patron Pass!
**** Youth Passes are the same as the Full Weekend Pass. You MUST be 17 or under (or 18 if still in High School). Proof of age is required. Must be accompanied by Parent/Legal Guardian upon check-in.
IN-PERSON DAY PASSES
Each Day Pass includes the dance and watching in-person competitions that day.
Classes and most social/cultural activities are not included.
| Individual Passes | Price * |
| Friday (75 tickets ) | $75 |
| Saturday (75 tickets ) | $75 |
| Sunday (75 tickets ) | $75 |
WATCH ILHC
Can’t come in person but still want to watch? Get EXCLUSIVE online access to ILHC content, including classes, music performances, and contests.
- Early access to competition recordings — including divisions that will never be posted elsewhere online
- Exclusive views of full classes (not just recaps!) and live music performances
All videos will be posted within hours of them happening. Exclusive access is active for a limited time, after which the classes and live music will no longer be available. At that time, most contest videos will begin being shared on YouTube.
Full Weekend Pass holders receive a large discount — the entire Virtual Viewing Pass for only $20! Go to Watch ILHC to sign up.
COMPETITIONS
To compete in person, you must purchase a Full Weekend Pass.
In-Person Contests
Read more about the contests and rules.
| Divisions | Price |
| Lindy Hop Draw (Novice, Adv, All-Star) | $15 |
| Solo Jazz (Open, All-Star) | $15 |
| Lindy Hop Strictly (Open, All-Star) * | $30 |
| NORMAlizer Throwdown * | $30 |
| All-Star Classic * | $30 |
| Lindy Hop Team * | $100 |
| Jazz Team * | $100 |
Virtual ILHC Contests
Videos shown during World Lindy Hop Day weekend. Read more about the contests and rules.
| Divisions | Price |
| Virtual Solo Jazz | $10 |
| Virtual Classic * | $20 |
| Virtual Solo Jazz Team * | $50 |
| Video Showcase * | $20 |
| Youth Solo Jazz | FREE to enter with Youth Program |
| Youth Showcase * | FREE to enter with Youth Program |
* Only one dancer needs to register for partner or team contests.
CLASSES/WORKSHOP
Full Weekend Passes have access to partnered classes and solo jazz classes, in addition to any of the beginner classes. Please note that partnered classes require prior experience. Please refer to the schedule details for more information on the different levels.
Beginner Track Pass Holders can access any beginner classes and any open-level class on Friday, Saturday or Sunday.
SOCIAL / CULTURAL ACTIVITIES
Tours of Harlem, tours of Woodlawn Cemetery, outdoor gatherings, and more.
REFUNDS/CANCELLATIONS
- REFUND/TRANSFER of IN-PERSON PASSES
- There are no refunds.
- Weekend and Party Passes ARE transferable to another individual for the 2025 event, provided the transfer happens prior to registration closing the Monday before the event begins.
- REFUND/TRANSFER of COMPETITION ENTRY FEES
- Refunds of competition fees can be requested through May 31, 2025. Starting June 1, 2025, competition fees will not be refunded for any reason.
- Competition fees ARE transferable to another individual for the 2025 event, provided the transfer happens before registration closes the Monday before the event begins.
- REFUND of OTHER PURCHASES
- There are no refunds or transfers of extra activity tickets or other purchases.
APPLICATION FOR SUPPORT
ILHC is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that relies on donors’ generosity. Whether you want to support someone who cannot afford to attend in person or want to ensure we can continue to offer enriching programs celebrating Lindy Hop around the world, please consider making a tax-deductible donation.