Shagging on the Riverwalk in Yorktown, Virginia

Yorktown Victory Center - Yorktown, VA

Continental Army Encampment

Visitors explore the re-created Continental Army encampment at the Yorktown Victory Center.

For the first five weeks of summer, Yorktown celebrates a well known dance, commonly referred to as "the shag," with a summer concert series at the Riverwalk Landing. This gathering is truly fun and exciting for anyone who really appreciates the shag. Each Friday in June will showcase a different Beach Music band, for your enjoyment. These events are free and open to the public, and they're appropriate for all ages.

Scheduled Bands

Coolin' Out - June 2

The TFC Band - June 9

FAB - June 16

The Rhondels - June 23

The Showmen - June 30

The shows begin at 6:30 p.m. and last until 9:30 p.m. The Colonial Shag Club and Shag Teez will also be sharing a booth on these Friday nights. They will have information on their clubs as well as be demonstrating dance steps and teaching beginners how to properly shag. There will also be junior shaggers from these clubs demonstrating for the crowd. A dance floor will be located in front of the stage and the band, but if the dance floor gets a little packed, you can always dance the night away in the grass or on the street.