Welcome to Wollongong Belly Dance Festival!
Proudly presented by Virginia Keft-Kennedy
& Cinnamon Twist Belly Dance

Celebrating the diverse traditions
of belly dance, folkloric Middle Eastern dance, and its modern fusions.

12 fantastic workshops,
2 spectacular nightly shows,
market bazaar and showcase.

Held on the beautiful south coast city of Wollongong,
only 1hr 15mins from Sydney.

FESTIVAL EVENTS
12 FANTASTIC WORKSHOPS
SATURDAY & SUNDAY 29-30TH OCT
Local and interstate teachers presenting on a wide range of styles. Learn with Australia's best dance instructors and choreographers.

SHEIKS & SIRENS SOIREE
FRIDAY 28TH OCT
A night of Hollywood glamour featuring performances by Cinnamon Twist and special guests Paivi, The Hootchie Cuties, Tamara Taylor and more. Boo the villain and cheer for the heroes as we pay homage to the silent film era!  
Dress: Sheiks, Sirens or Hollywood Glamour!

RAKS AL DUNYA: BELLY DANCE PARTY!
SATURDAY 29TH OCT
A Dance Party to rival all others held in one of Wollongong's best nightspots. Dance the night away to live music by Percussion Junction and be inspired by spectacular performances by festivals guests and instructors: Devi, Tamara, Rachel, Jrisi and more.

MARKET BAZAAR & FESTIVAL SHOWCASE
SUNDAY 30TH OCT
A festival feast of all day shopping - costumes, accessories, music and more. Plus: tarot readings, henna artist, belly dance and fusion performances, and FREE 'taster' belly dance workshops.
visit the events page for more info