The Botanical Gardens turned into a Boogie Wonderland yesterday for a disco-themed “dance walk”.

About 200 people joined in the second annual event, with many sporting 1970s-inspired clothing such as shiny suits, afro wigs and gaudy medallions.

After getting into the spirit with a Zumba warm-up, the crowd jived their way around a two-kilometre course brandishing whistles and inflatable guitars.

Tunes were provided by DJ Felix in the “DJMobile”, the back of a pick-up truck, spinning classic disco hits including Chic’s Good Times, Kool & the Gang’s Get Down On It and Michael Jackson’s Rock with You.

The family-friendly afternoon was organised as a joint charity initiative between Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art and AOK Fitness Fundraising, with money raised going directly towards art education programmes.

AOK director Helen Dudley said the event was helping to keep the spirit of the 1970s alive.

“We wanted to do something a little fun and a little silly. We don’t take ourselves very seriously,” she added.

Smith’s resident Tanya Copeland said she was taking part to support AOK, which offers assorted fitness programmes such as yoga and fusion toning. She added: “It’s a lovely day and the atmosphere is fun.”

Anne Carmignani, from Paget, said: “AOK classes are an inexpensive way for mums to get fit, and it feels like a family.”

Ginny Evans was also there to show her appreciation for the cause.

“Everyone’s having a great time,” she said while dancing through the gardens, wearing a colourful outfit mixing items from the Orange Bay store and her own wardrobe.

The disco beats kept on flowing after the crowd had completed the course, while prizes were handed out for the best dancers and dressers.