Upcoming Local Events
Baladi Progression with Amani Jabril
Sat Aug. 29, 2026
9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Tallahassee, FL
Learn the structure and how to dance to a typical baladi progression from the taqsim to the higher energy sections.
Deepen your knowledge of bellydance with an astounding performer with years of experience
Registration is now open: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSeHI88avHHw53.../viewform
Veil Belly Dance Workshop with Tamalyn Dallal
Sun. Aug. 30, 2026
5:15 PM - 7:45 PM
Biloxi, MS
Join us for a special evening of dance, artistry, and musical expression!
Internationally acclaimed dancer, author, and performer Tamalyn Dallal will teach a beautiful veil choreography to a captivating Latin Egyptian composition by Hossam Ramzy. This workshop will explore graceful veil technique, musicality, stage presence, and expressive movement.
Whether you are new to veil or an experienced dancer looking to deepen your artistry, this workshop offers a wonderful opportunity to learn from one of the most respected teachers in the belly dance world.
Register here: https://buy.stripe.com/4gM4gyemWfoy1lh3Y20RG05
O-Town Bellydance Intensive 2026 w/ Mercedes Nieto
Sept. 18-20, 2026
Orlando, FL
Mercedes Nieto is coming to greater Orlando to teach, share her experiences, and meet you at the O-town Bellydance Intensive in 2026!
Enjoy a weekend in historic Sanford, FL of Bellydance workshops, feedback session, lunch and learn, women's party, pro show, and more.
This Bellydance Intensive is more than a workshop weekend; we share local MENAHT businesses and invite the MENAHT community of greater Orlando to be an integral part of it all. We thank our community for their support all these years and will continue to bring amazing talent here to serve our communities and highlight MENAHT businesses and groups.
Harem of Horror XII
Sat. Oct. 24, 2026
4:00 PM
Panama City Beach, FL
SAVE THE DATE FOR THIS YEAR'S HAREM OF HORROR!
***LOOKING FOR VENDORS AND FOOD TRUCKS***
It's our 12th year and we can't wait to see the creative and spooky dances you've got up your sleeve...
Dance slot reservations will open up soon, stay tuned!
Arabian Nights & Ale w/Gina of ECBD
Sat. Nov. 14, 2026
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Pensacola, FL
Take a magical carpet ride through an Arabian night in the Biergarten! Pile your plate with mouth-watering kababs, gyros, and more from Levant Food Truck (Taste of Jerusalem/In & Out) starting at 5pm.
Then relax and enjoy elegant belly dancing performances by Gina Nolan of Emerald Coast Belly Dance as you inhale various enticing non-tobacco and non-nicotine shisha premium fresh smoke flavors offered by TnT Hookahs or stop in at the pop-up tent and see Kelsey with Henna by the Coast to see her work. As usual, Gary’s will offer an amazing selection of beer, wine, ciders, seltzers, and non-alcoholic beverages!
Free event. All ages. Food & beverage available for purchase.
Orleans Raqs 2027 w/ Ahmed Hussein
Apr. 3-4, 2026
New Orleans, LA
Orleans Raqs 2027 featuring the return of our beloved Maestro, Ahmed Hussien! The weekend workshop offers top notch, authentic Egyptian style bellydance.
Event & registration at www.dancingjewel.com
Saraab Spring Spotlight w/Omaris
Sat. May 29, 2027
10:00 AM
Pensacola, FL
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