Whacking Weekender

Join us at Whacking Weekender, for 3 days of community, parties, panel discussions, workshops, nature walks and more. 

Featuring international guests, award winning choreographer, and much more!
To get the full experience, and if you’re able to, we recommend attending the full weekender.

Friday 19th June

6.00-10.00pm: Screening of ‘Behind the Scenes, The UK Waacking Documentary’, and Panel Talk The Social Hub, 15 Candleriggs, G1 1TQ (accessible venue)

Come along learn about the stories of the UK waacking/whacking scene (Directed by Angelika Napierala and Daniel Glenn-Barbour). Followed by a discussion with Angelika Napierala, Dorine Mugisha (Founder of Whacking Scotland) and guests.
 

10.30 - 2.00am, Dive Into the Groove Club Night (18+) Stereo Glasgow, 22 Renfield Ln, G2 5AR (a lot of stairs, 18+)
In the spirit of celebrating the history of whacking/ punking, which originated in the underground gay clubs, we will be kicking off the weekender with a boogie at Stereo! Featuring some amazing Scotland based DJ's!
 

Saturday 20th June

11:00 - 4.00pm, Community nature trip to Loch Lomond. Register Here by 1st June
 

6:00 - 10:00pm sharp, Whacking Battle! 1v1 The Marlborough,26 Langside Ave, G41 2QS
You are welcome to attend as a spectator, or enter the battles - this day is to express, exchange, connect and create beautiful memories. Come witness the magic!
Battle Participants to Register Here by the 13th June: Battle Participants to arrive at 5.00pm for registration and warm up

Sunday 21st June

2.00 - 6.00pm, 3 Workshops from our guests (Please arrive 1:30 to familiarise with building, register and settle in. Class will start promptly at 2pm). Limited space for workshops and likely to sell out so make sure you book in advance The Boardwalk, 105 Brunswick St, G1 1TF (accessible venue)