Time Travel to the 20’s at the Govenors Island’s Annual Jazz Age Lawn Party

by | Apr 29, 2016 | Culture, Events

Picnic

Photo: Courtesy of Filip Wolak

This June Governors Island is hosting its 11th annual Jazz Age Lawn Party. On June 11 and 12 and again on August 13 and 14, Governors Island as we know it will be transformed into 20’s prohibition Era paradise. Though no official program for 2016 has been announced yet, we hear there will be plenty of activities to partake in.

Charleston Dance Contest

Photo: Courtesy of Filip Wolak

Put on your tap shoes and your flapper dress or vintage suit and take a step back in time. Join in on a dance lesson or two before skipping on over to join the Charleston dance off or check out the High Court Pie contest with categories such as “Mom’s Best” and “Hobo’s Choice.” Whether you just want to enjoy a slice of pie or have a recipe to enter, this contest is sure to be a crowd pleaser.

Pie Contest

Photo: Courtesy of Filip Wolak

Stroll down Colonel’s Row and marvel over vintage portraits, antique gramophones or the 1920’s car exhibition. You can also enjoy a nice break with a picnic in the grass.

Dance

Photo: Courtesy of Filip Wolak

For entertainment, several talented performers will take the stage during the event. Event goers can look forward to Michael Arenella & His Dreamland OrchestraRoddy Caravella and The Canarsie Wobblers as well as many others talented performers gearing you up for a dance session. Idlers can simply enjoy their music with a Gin rickey.

Drink Gin

Photo: Courtesy of Jane Kratochvil

Tickets are available now through their website and include general admission tickets for adults, children and VIP tickets. 

-by Eva Troester

 

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