The Spitfire Line-up 2025
Welcome to the Spitfire Pavilion – The Heart of Jazz, Swing, and Rhythm & Blues at Retrofestival
This year, the Spitfire Pavilion brings an electrifying line-up of acts, promising the very best in live Jazz, Swing, and Rhythm & Blues. With well-loved favourites, thrilling new acts, top DJs, and talented dance instructors, there’s something for everyone at the Spitfire Pavilion.
The 2025 Spitfire Pavilion line-up is set to be the most exciting yet. Get ready for incredible bands, resident DJs spinning top tracks, and engaging dance classes led by Gloster Swing Dance & Swingsters. Join us for a weekend filled with fantastic swing music, dazzling performances, and unforgettable dance experiences. Come along and let the rhythm sweep you off your feet with some of the finest swing dancers around!
This years Spitfire Pavilion Line-up…
Friday 8th August
Saturday 9th August
There will be dance classes by the amazing Gloster Swing Dance between the times of 11:30 – 12:15 & 15:45 – 16:30, we hope to see you there whether you are a beginner or a seasoned professional!
DJ Reverend Hep
Gloster Swing Dance
The Knightingales
DJ The Duke
Big Marv and the City Slickers
The Jive Aces
Sunday 10th August
There will be dance classes by Swingsters, who have been teaching, performing and running events and workshops locally nationally and internationally for the last 19 years. Join them between the times of 11:30 – 12:15 & 13:30 – 16:15.
DJ Sizzlin’ Jim
Swingsters Dance Class
The Washboard Resonators
Ding Dong Daddios
This stage will close by 6pm on Sunday evening but entertainment will continue on the Black Hangar stage.
