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Movies depicting the fifties and sixties often show shock hops with young men and women dancing to great music while wearing the latest fashion of their day. By the end of the sixties decade, however, they had almost completely disappeared. As many of those young people grew older, they wanted to relive their high school days, so sock hop themed parties have made a comeback.

Sock hop dances started out first in high school auditoriums because the teachers didnt want the students, mostly the young girls, to scratch the wooden floors with their shoes. So, they started asking the students to take off their shoes when they would go out and dance.

Boys and girls gladly kicked off their converse and stilettos and danced in their socks. From this the Sock Hop was born.

The name sock hop, or soc hop, was soon a commonly heard name for teen parties. Teens during the 50s and 60s were brought together at these parties by their love of the new music appropriately called rock n roll. First parents thought the name was derogatory, but soon realized it was a description of dance moves taken on by some of the singers.

Sock hops in many ways were a way for teens to kick off their troubles and get out and enjoy music with their friends. Sock hops were enjoyed mostly at high school auditoriums, then moved to more private parties at homes or at malt shops. Anywhere they wanted a crowd they would advertise for sock hops.

Just like the young kids back in the 50’s and 60’s, good times are had by all. Mix a plethora of friends, music, food and 50’s attire and you’ve got the perfect recipe for fun.