Oval Summer Sundays - The Dukes of Swing

13th September 2026

The Oval Bandstand and Lawns

An Afternoon of Swing, Jazz & Big Band Classics at Cliftonville's Oval Bandstand

1pm - 5pm

As part of the Summer Sunday Concerts, this sensational five-piece band will transport you to the golden era of music, performing classics from the 40s, 50s, and 60s made famous by legends like Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr., Dean Martin, Nat King Cole, and Tony Bennett.

Led by the charismatic and smooth-sounding Benjamin Lock, a seasoned jazz vocalist with performances at top venues across the UK, The Dukes of Swing are guaranteed to deliver an unforgettable afternoon of music.

Whether you’re a lifelong swing enthusiast or simply looking for the perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon by the sea, this is a concert guaranteed to have you tapping your feet, singing along and dancing from your seat.

The popular summer season of concerts is back, and this year they are bringing even more performances across a wider variety of genres to The Oval Bandstand & Lawns.

The Oval's Summer Sundays concerts take place throughout the summer season (subject to weather conditions).

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