2025 Big Band Series: Al Welsh Orchestra

 Ticket Information:

Membership: $140.00 (includes admission for two and reserved seating at each show)

Individual Show Tickets: $26.50

Available through the Surf Ballroom Box Office

Event Details:

The Surf Ballroom invites you to dance the summer nights away during its beloved Big Band Series, taking place on select Sundays throughout the season. With doors opening at 5:30 PM and live music and dancing from 6:00 to 9:00 PM, it’s an evening of timeless tunes, joyful movement, and community spirit.

Held inside the iconic Surf Ballroom—complete with its expansive, historic dance floor—this series celebrates the golden age of swing and big band music. Whether you’re a seasoned ballroom dancer or stepping out for the first time, you’ll find the perfect setting to glide, twirl, and swing the night away.

The Al Welsh Orchestra plays music of the big band era along with many of the most famous dance tunes of the 1920s, 30’s, 40’s, 50’s, 60’s, and beyond! We play the music of Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Duke Ellington, Woody Hermann, Benny Goodman as well as music of the most popular dance bands such as Lawrence Welk, Guy Lombardo, Sammy Kaye, and many others!


Since the mid 1950’s, the Al Welsh Orchestra, based in the state of Iowa, has entertained thousands of people annually, playing for many different occasions. Just as in decades past, the orchestra continues playing ballrooms, town celebrations, wedding receptions, birthday and anniversary parties, and dedications, among other venues.