Celebrate New Year's in Grand Style
The Virginia Beach Shag Club invites you to celebrate the New Year at our two-day inaugural Virginia Beach New Year's Ball! Experience the joy of Carolina Shag dancing while enjoying great music from our ABSC DJs. Plus, take advantage of our photographer, dance workshops, indulge in free pours, enjoy our dinner buffets and try your luck with raffles and prizes during two unforgettable nights.
DATES: Tuesday (Pre-party), Wednesday & Thursday, December 29-31, 2026
LOCATION: Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
HOTEL: Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront
MUSIC: ABSC DJ's Gary "U S" Barnes, Jerry Hardy, & Harvey Taylor
PHOTOGRAPHY: Alan Michaelis
INSTRUCTORS: David Sawyer, Sandra Alford, & Margie McRae
MENU (Dinner Wednesday, 12/30): Garden salad with assorted dressings, all beef hot dogs, hamburgers, Carolina pulled pork, vegetarian baked beans, southern style potato salad, coleslaw, buns, sliced cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles iced tea, coffee, water, warm rolls, butter and brownies.
MENU (Dinner Thursday, 12/31): Classic Dinner with pan seared chicken with honey dijon, braised beef roast with demi, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, haricot vert in shallot butter, garden salad, assorted dressings, iced tea, coffee, water, warm rolls and butter.
COST: $150pp
TICKET LAUNCH: July 1st, 2026
SEATING (Evenings of 12/30 & 12/31): Each table seats 10. See registration for table seating process.
CONTACT: Jack Witzenfeld, Tom Gustafson (Committee Chairs)
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Tuesday
December 29th
Pre- Party: 6pm-9pm
Dress: Casual
Wednesday
December 30th
Registration: 4pm - 6pm
Free Pour: 6pm - 7:15pm
Dinner: 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Beach Dance Party: 8pm - Mid.
Dress: Casual 'Beachy"
Thursday
December 31st
Shag Workshop: 10-11:30am
Line Dance Lesson: 11:30-1pm
Free Pour: 6pm - 7:15pm
Dinner: 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Dancing: 8pm - 1am
Champagne Toast: Midnight
Dress: Formal "Dressy"
Gary 'U S' Barnes
ABSC / DJ
" As a proud member of the Association of Beach and Shag Club DJ’s, I've had the honor of bringing rhythm to life every week at our VBSC Mix and Mingle events. My journey in the dance community has been incredibly rewarding, from being inducted into the Virginia Shaggers Hall of Fame in 2008 to my recognition as a National Living Legend of Dance in 2013. Join us to experience the joy of shag dancing and great music in an inviting atmosphere!"
Jerry Hardy
ABSC / DJ
" I have dedicated my time to spreading the joy of shag dance, performing across beautiful venues from the beaches of North Myrtle Beach, SC, to the mesmerizing Florida Keys. As a member of the Virginia Shaggers Hall of Fame since 2017, I’m committed to enriching our dance culture and ensuring that everyone, whether seasoned or new to Shag, feels the thrill of the dance floor. Come dance with us!"
Harvey Taylor
ABSC / DJ
"I am a passionate member of the Association of Beach and Shag Club DJs with 16 years of experience. My journey includes playing for vibrant clubs, like River City Shag Club and Boogie on the Bay Shag Club, where I curate the perfect playlist to keep everyone on the dance floor! Join us for fun, joy, and a chance to connect with fellow dance lovers in an exhilarating atmosphere."
MUSIC
Dance Instructors
Photographer
Margie McRae
Line Dance Instructor
David Sawyer
Shag Instructor
Sandra Alford
Shag Instructor
Alan Michaelis
Photographer
OUR SPONSORS
Thank-you for your generosity and support
Vendors
New Year's Ball Committee
