Dine & Dance: Swingin’ in the Tropics

The National WWII Museum's own Victory Swing Orchestra celebrates the great big bands of the WWII era.

August 15, 2026, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
+ Add to calendar 2026-08-15 5:30:00 PM 2026-08-15 8:30:00 PM America/Mexico_City BB's Stage Door Canteen 945 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130 Dine & Dance: Swingin’ in the Tropics The National WWII Museum's own Victory Swing Orchestra celebrates the great big bands of the WWII era.
Location: BB's Stage Door Canteen
945 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130

5:30 p.m. Dinner Seating | 7:00 p.m. Showtime

Put on your dancing shoes and head to BB’s Stage Door Canteen, the only place in New Orleans where you can experience a live 1940s big band. Our Victory Swing Orchestra is an amazing ensemble of talented local musicians that will have you swinging the night away—just like your parents and grandparents did!

This month, we’ll be Swingin’ in the Tropics with big band classics, mambo beats, and island flair. From “Rum and Coca-Cola” to swaying tropical numbers, you’ll enjoy a night of vintage vibes and the sweet sounds of paradise. Tropical attire encouraged! 

Tickets include a delicious three-course meal and glass of wine.


 

Dine & Dance Menu

Swingin’ into the Tropics
Saturday, August 15, 2026

 

First

Summer Citrus Salad

Mixed Summer Greens, Mandarin Oranges, Baby Heirloom Tomatoes, Slivered Red Onions, Carrot Ribbons, Toasted Sunflower Seeds, Lemon-Shallot Vinaigrette

Second

Mediterranean Chicken

Fire-Grilled Chicken Breast, Lemon-Mint Pearl Couscous, Grilled Asparagus, Yogurt Dill Sauce

or

Baked Fish with Olives and Tomatoes

Oven-Baked Gulf Drum, Roasted Tomato and Olive Sauté, Lemon-Mint Pearl Couscous, Grilled Asparagus

Third

Red Velvet Cheesecake

Red Velvet Cake with Cheesecake Layers, Cream Cheese Icing, Berries, Raspberry Syrup