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THE TOUR:

July 25-28th: The Bend Connection

Inaugural year -  WSDC Trial Event! 

July 25-28th


Riverhouse on the Deschutes, Bend, OR

3075 N Highway 97, Bend OR
The Bend Connection  


Sunday night dance at The Space:

10pm

2570 NE Twin Knolls Dr #110, Bend OR

 The Space Bend

Monday, July 29th: Rogue Valley & Candela

6:30pm Beginning Lesson - Free!

7:30pm Social Dance - $10


Candela Dance Studio: 329 NE 6th St., Grants Pass OR


 Home (candeladancestudio.com) 

Tuesday, July 30th: 916 Swing

 7:00 - 8:00pm Level 1 Class (Beginner)

7:00 - 8:00pm Level 3 Class (Advanced)

8:00 - 8:45pm Level 2 Class (Intermediate

8:00 - 11:30pm West Coast Swing Social

$15 for the evening.


1320 Del Paso Blvd, Sacramento, CA


 916 Swing | Sacramento's Home For West Coast Swing  

Wednesday, July 31st: Mission City Swing

9pm - 12am Social Dance - $10


The Russian Center of San Francisco

2460 Stutter St., San Francisco, CA 


Mission City Swing 

August 1-4: Swingtacular

Celebrating 10 years!


 1333 Old Bayshore Hwy, Burlingame, CA 


 Dance Geek Productions - Home 

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at info@thebendconnection.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

Yes! There are lots of potential local activities...like wine tasting, hikes, etc. 

The Galactour is specifically just the dances, so we encourage you to go to the Facebook page to make plans for other local activities. All local hosts are on the facebook page there to help as well! 


Not officially. Use the facebook page to find roomies as you're making your plans.

Are you local to one of these dances and willing to host? Post that in the group as well!


Local dance entries are not a part of a group ticket, so please be respectful of each communities' costs and expectations. DON'T FORGET: we are kind and supportive Galactourists. 


JOINT TICKET currently available! Save money on both and get into BOTH The Bend Connection & Swingtacular! Check it out here. (limited quantities available)


FAQsFacebook PageGalactour Ticket: The Bend Connection & Swingtacular!

Welcome to the Galactour!

Join us for the ultimate CONNECTION experience!

11 days of West Coast Swing.

2 conventions.

3 local dances.

Hundreds of your favorite dancers.


We look forward to having you as a fellow Galactourist. Scroll down for the full itenerary!

    TICKETS

    FULL WEEKEND PASS - $189

    FULL WEEKEND PASS - $189

    FULL WEEKEND PASS - $189

    Includes all workshops, social dancing, shows, and other activities from Thursday through Sunday



    TIER 1 - SOLD OUT: $169

    TIER 2 - SOLD OUT: $179

    TIER 3 (THROUGH 8/20): $189

    AT THE DOOR: $199

    Register Now

    ALL STAR PASS - $65

    FULL WEEKEND PASS - $189

    FULL WEEKEND PASS - $189

    Must quality for All Star with your WSDC number. Includes a full weekend pass. Request that you participate in the All Star Jack & Jill competition if available to you. 


    Includes leveled workshops!


    $99  at the door.

    Register Now

    JUNIOR PASS - $40

    FULL WEEKEND PASS - $189

    JUNIOR PASS - $40

    Includes a full weekend pass, plus a party just for you! 17 years and under.







    REgister Now

    DAY/SOCIAL PASSES

    DAY/SOCIAL PASSES

    JUNIOR PASS - $40

    AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR


    Thursday night (starts at 7pm): $30

    Friday day pass(includes social): $80

    Friday Night (starts at 10:30pm): $40

    Saturday day (includes social): $100

    Saturday night: (starts at 7pm and includes the show!): $50

    Sunday Day (includes social): $40

    Sunday night (at The Space): $15


    Available for purchase at the door.

    Does not include any workshops or competitions.

    SPECTATOR PASS

    DAY/SOCIAL PASSES

    SPECTATOR PASS

    Spectator passes for competitions during the day: $0

    Does not include any dancing. 


    Check in at registration.

    COMPETITIONS

    DAY/SOCIAL PASSES

    SPECTATOR PASS

    WSDC JACK AND JILLS - $25:

    ($35 at the door)

    Newcomer

    Novice

    Intermediate

    Advanced

    All Star

    Masters


    NON-WSDC COMPETITIONS

    Community Mixer Jack & Jill 

    $25 ($35 at the door)

    Strictly A - Advanced & All Star

    $40 ($50 at the door) 

    Strictly B - Novice & Intermediate

    $40 ($50 at the door) 

    Questions?

    check out our FAQs

    or email info@thebendconnection.com!

    SAFETY REPORT

    Safety concern? Start here.
    Anonymous Reporting

    Season 4 Recap

    Photos, videos, and scoresheets!
    Photos from Shawn BellenbaumSCORESHEETS

    Hotel

    Riverhouse on the Deschutes

    • Event Hotel
    • Gorgeous remodeled resort
    • Shuttle to / from RDM airport for $35 (call 541-389-3111 - Option 5 to schedule)
    • Free shuttle to downtown Bend and the Old Mill District
    • Rooms for single occupancy up to SIX!
    • Restaurant on site
    • Pool, Hot Tub, and an updated Fitness Center
    • Walking distance to several food options and grocery stores
    • Beautiful ballroom overlooking the Deschutes River
    • Dog friendly!


    Early bird rate: $254

    (Normal Rate: starting at $441)


    Hotel Directions

    Hotel Address: 3075 N Hwy 97, Bend OR 97701


    Note: Hotel rooms are an equal distance walk to the ballroom from either hotel.

    Book your room

    Bunk Room Highlight

    Two double beds

    Two single beds


    Pile in and bunk up at Riverhouse Lodge! Perfect for families and friend crews, these playful bunk rooms feature twin-over-queen beds, free Wi-Fi, a mini-fridge, and in-room coffee. Comfy, quirky, spacious, and made for memory-making by the Deschutes!

    Book your room

    OVERFLOW HOTEL - RED LION!

    Red Lion

    • Equal distance walk to the ballroom from either hotel
    • King rooms and 2 double bed options
    • Pool
    • Continental breakfast included
    • Pet friendly 
    • Early bird ends July 20, 2026


    Early bird rate for Thursday & Sunday: $139

    Early bird rate for Friday & Saturday: $199


    address: 15 NE Butler Market Rd, Bend OR

    Book your room

    2026 TICKETS

    FULL WEEKEND PASS

    FULL WEEKEND PASS

    FULL WEEKEND PASS

    Includes all workshops, deep dives, social dancing, shows, and other activities from Thursday through Sunday.



    TIER 1 - First 50 Tickets only!  $169 - SOLD OUT

    TIER 2 - Next 50 Tickets - $185 - SOLD OUT

    TIER 3 - Ends -8/19 at 11:59pm  - $195 - SOLD OUT

    At the Door (starting Thursday, 8/20 at 12:01am) - $205

    GENEROSITY PASS

    FULL WEEKEND PASS

    FULL WEEKEND PASS

    Are you in a place that you can give back to your community? 


    This pass includes a full weekend pass for yourself, plus donation directly to another human who otherwise wouldn't be able to attend the event. EVERY DOLLAR goes back to passes that will be given out before the event! 


    $295

    INTERNATIONAL PASS

    FULL WEEKEND PASS

    INTERNATIONAL PASS

    A full weekend pass for folks who's primary residence is outside of the US!


    This is intended to help offset the additional travel costs incurred by attendees traveling from outside the United States. You may be asked at registration to show proof of residency! 


    Early Bird - Ends 8/20 at 11:59pm: $160 USD

    At the Door: $180 USD

    ALL STAR PASS

    CHAMPIONS PASS

    INTERNATIONAL PASS

    Includes all workshops, deep dives, social dancing, shows, and other activities from Thursday through Sunday.


    Available to anyone eligible to compete in All Star with your WSDC number.

    Request to compete in All Star J&J if available to you.


    Early Bird - $60

    At the Door (starting 8/20 at 12am)) - $100

    JUNIOR PASS

    CHAMPIONS PASS

    CHAMPIONS PASS

    Includes all workshops, deep dives, social dancing, shows, and other activities from Thursday through Sunday.


    Available to anyone under the age of 18 as of 8/19/26.



    FREE

    CHAMPIONS PASS

    CHAMPIONS PASS

    CHAMPIONS PASS

    Includes all workshops, deep dives, social dancing, shows, and other activities from Thursday through Sunday.


    Available to anyone eligible to compete in a champions J&J  with your WSDC number.


    FREE

    PARTIAL PASSES

    PARTIAL PASSES

    PARTIAL PASSES

    All day & night passes will be available at the door.


    Thursday Night (7pm - 2am) - $30

    Friday Day (11:30am-10pm): $75

    Friday Night (10pm - close) - $45

    Saturday Day (9:30am - 9pm) - $75

    Saturday Night (9pm - close) - $55

    Sunday Night: Meech 'n Friends @ The Space! - $20

    SPECTATOR PASS

    PARTIAL PASSES

    PARTIAL PASSES

    Come watch your friends/family participate in competitions! 


    FREE


    No dancing, workshops, or competing is included.


    Does not include Saturday night pro show.

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