Welcome to the NEW YORK STEPPERS BIG CITY WEEKEND 2026! Get ready to step into the heart of the city that never sleeps at the Harlem Aloft Hotel. Join us for a weekend filled with dancing, music, and fun with fellow steppers from around the world. Whether you’re a seasoned stepper or just starting out, this event is perfect for anyone looking to groove and connect with others who share the love for this dance style. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to experience the energy and culture of New York City through the art of stepping. See you there!

SAVE-THE-DATES for our 16TH ANNIVERSARY EVENT

JULY 23-26, 2026

Get Your Early Bird Pass Now for $125 – available for Limited Time
THE NEW YORK STEPPERS present BIG CITY WEEKEND 2026

-16th Anniversary

-Musical Host DJ Shorty Smooth

-Master Workshops w/ Dre Blackwell & Kevin “Doc” Dockery

-Broadway Show

-Uptown Friday Night at the historic Alhambra Ballroom

– Main Event at Above The Heights Indoor/ Outdoor Rooftop Venue

WLSC Prelims hosted by Pete Frazier (Majestic Gents/ Chicago)
– Steppin’ in Central Park

– Much More…

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SCHEDULE TO DATE:

THURSDAY JULY 23th

7:00-9:00p

BROADWAY SHOW – SHOW TO BE ANNOUNCED

*Attendees meet NY Steppers staff at Will-Call Window

7:00-12:00a

MEET & GREET SET

HARLEM ALOFT HOTEL

2296 Frederick Douglas Blvd (btw 123rd &124th)

Free w/ PASS

*Casual

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FRIDAY JULY 24th

5:30-7:00p

WORKSHOP WITH A MASTER

LOCATION TBA

7:00-12:00a

UPTOWN FRIDAY NIGHT SET

ALHAMBRA BALLROOM- GRAND BALLROOM

2116 Adam Clayton Powell Blvd

Harlem, NY

REE w/ PASS

12:00am-3am

AFTERSET

ACTION STUDIOS

2272 Adam Clayton Powell Blvd

Harlem, NY

Late-night dancin’, sippin’, and conversation in the heart of Harlem

Drinks & Refreshments Included

Free w/ PASS

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SATURDAY JULY 25th

10:00-1:00p

WORKSHOP(S) WITH A MASTER

LOCATION TBA

$20 PAY ATD

1:30-5:00p

DAY PARTY

HARLEM ALOFT HOTEL

2296 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BLVD

HARLEM, NY

FREE w/ PASS

8:00-2:00a

MAIN EVENTRADIO HOTEL/ ABOVE THE HEIGHTS ROOFTOP

2420 Amsterdam Ave. (& 181st)New York, NY* Attire: Steppers Sharp (semi-formal)* WLSC Prelims with Pete Frazier/ Majestic Gents (Chicago)* Light Buffet

ARRIVAL:

* All Guests Enter at 500 W. 181st St: Parking Garage:

Enter at 180th Street; $20 first 4 hours; $48 after

FREE w/ PasS

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SUNDAY JULY 26th

1:00-6:30P

STEPPIN’ IN CENTRAL PARK/ SUMMIT ROCK

86th & Central Park West Entrance (C, B to 86th St entrance)

Free w/ PASS

* Wear Your City or Club Tees

* Bring your sneakers or flats* Lunch courtesy NY Steppers

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TICKETS:

EARLY BIRD WEEKEND PASS $125 – Limited time

Pay Options:

CashApp $MartyMars2

Zelle 917-302-3808

For the above, please send an email to mmajeske2@gmail.com (or text 917-302-3808) for receipt confirmation

Or, pay BigCityWeekend2026.eventbrite.com

Prices Subject To GO UP
Prices are Subject to be MORE AT THE DOOR
Tickets are NON-TRANSFERABLE
Tickets are NON-REFUNDABLE
NO EXCEPTIONS
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HOST HOTEL:

HARLEM ALOFT

2296 Frederick Douglass BlvdHarlem, NY

(212) 749-4000

*Discount Block Available Soon

ALTERNATIVE HOTEL(S):

RADIO HOTEL(location of Saturday night Main Event)

2420 Amsterdam Ave (& 180th St)

New York, NY (929) 688-4880

*Discount Block Link Available Soon

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OTHER HOTEL OPTIONS:(Hotels.com, Expedia, Priceline, etc)

Search for a Hotel close to Harlem, the Harlem Aloft, Radio Hotel, Uptown, MidTown, the Bronx by Yankee Stadium, Ft. Lee, New Jersey, etc. Your hotel does not have to be in Harlem proper to get to the events by means of Uber, subway train or other options in the New York City metro area. But do not wait to book a hotel.
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TRAVEL/ AIR:

Flying into LaGuardia (LGA) is the most convenient and closest airport to Harlem and the other Host Hotels. From LaGuardia Airport to the Aloft Hotel, a Taxi, Uber or Lift will take approximately 20 min. If it is your first time in NYC, we recommend this option.
JFK and Newark airports are also options but are a further trips. If you stay in Ft. Lee or other cities across the bridge in New Jersey, Newark may be your best option.
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If you have questions or want more information about this or for any other question, please contact Marty (917) 302-3808, Devon (917) 554-6565, or Yvette (347) 775-6711.

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BIG CITY WEEKEND is the annual, national weekend event of The NEW YORK STEPPERS, the Original Steppers Set of the metro area & NE. Since 2007.