✨ 3 days of community, jams, discussions, exchanges, games and more ✨
Friday 25th April 7.00-900pm, Transmission Gallery (Glasgow)
- Community Meal, Screening, Panel (£15)
Come along for a Community Meal, followed by a screening of Behind the Scenes, The UK Waacking Documentary showing the stories of the UK waacking scene (Directed by Angelika Napierala and Daniel Glenn-Barbour). Then, dive into an insightful panel discussion featuring Oumrata, Roshan, and Dorine as they explore Black bodies in dance, their personal journeys in whacking, and their hopes for its future. Together, they’ll discuss whacking as a form of resistance, the added layers of navigating this space as Black dancers, and how to foster creativity and develop a unique style within the art form.
Saturday 26th April 1.30-4.30pm, Dance Base (Edinburgh)
- Workshop (£25)
Workshop with Oumrata and Dorine - blending their styles and sharing their unique approaches to whacking. As well as sharing the story of how their friendship has grown over the last few years and influenced their approach to whacking and moving throught the scene as Black dancers.
Open to all.
Saturday 26th April 5.00-8.00pm, Paradise Palms (Edinburgh)
- Performance Showcase (Pay What You Can)
- Apply to perform here: https://bit.ly/whacking-showcase
With performances from whackers from across Scotland and beyond. A welcoming event showcasing some seasoned performers and where some people will be performing for the first time. Come along to support the growing whacking community and more.
Please note there is no wheelchair access at this venue
Sunday 27th April 12.00-7.00pm, The Locale (Glasgow)
- Main Event starts at 2.00pm with BBQ Lunch from 12 Noon. (£13/£25)
Get ready to groove as the smooth rhythms of R&B classics collide with the electrifying energy of Scotland’s battle scene! The night kicks off with a Soul Train Qualifier, setting the stage for our Beginner 2 vs 2 Whacking Battle, where self-expression and fun take centre stage. Then, the stakes are heightened with a 3 vs 3 Crew Battle, bringing the heat to the dance floor. All pairs and crews will be selected randomly on the night, keeping the energy fresh.
Plus, Locale will be serving up BBQ deliciousness and feel-good vibes from 12.00pm, so come early to fuel up and settle in before the battles begin. Whether you're competing or vibing with the crowd, this is a night of pure soul, style, and unforgettable movement!
***Want to attend everything? Grab a Whacking Weekender Pass for £60***
Select the £60 ticket for Friday 25th April and access all events, including meals.