There is so much happening in the Philadelphia Belly Dance and Middle Eastern Culture scene!

St. Maron Lebanese Festival

May 30, 31, June 1: Friday, Saturday, Sunday – check hours on Web SiteCheck out the food, music, and dancing at St. Maron’s Lebanese Festival all weekend! https://saintmaron.org/event/2025-annual-lebanese-festival/

Delaware Drum & Dance Hafla

Sunday, June 1st. at 3:30 Just a little south in Newark, DE is the Delaware Drum & Dance hafla

https://delawaredrumanddance.weebly.com/

Show:Under the glow of the desert moon

June 4th 9:30pm, catch Selene Rose, Jaeda, and Khuzama for a show at the Velvet Whip Speakeasy.
mystique meets movement in an unforgettable journey of rhythm and allure. “Selene Rose & The Veils of The Desert Moon” is a hypnotic belly dance experience where ancient tradition and modern elegance entwine https://buytickets.at/velvetwhip/1707711

Introduction to Belly Dance with Amalia

Sunday, June 8, 5pm Specifically for those looking new to the dance, come out for the gentle introduction at Amalia’s studio in Broomall, PA. Just $10 when signing up five days in advance! https://amaliadance.com/shop/ols/products/intro-to-belly-dance-with-amalia

Philly Belly Dance Swap & Show

June 22nd, Come out to socialize, swap some items, and shop for some gently used costumes, props, and accessories from local dancers! Broomall, PA 1:30-4pm. Just $5 to attend. Enter to win a raffle basket by signing up at least a week ahead!

https://amaliadance.com/shop/ols/products/belly-dance-swap–shop

Save the Date:

Here are a few things to put on your calendar over the next few months!

Habiba is hosting a Reda Intensive this Summer on Tuesday nights. http://www.habibastudio.com/classes.html

The Tribal Bellies hafla will be held July 12th in Hatboro! https://www.tixtree.com/e/tribal-bellies-2025-belly-dance-show-featuring-irina-akulenko-e5597b4c6ab6

Al Bustan is hosting Palestinian dabke workshops in August https://www.albustanseeds.org/events

The next Philly Belly Dance Showcase is coming up October 19th. Reach out to Amalia if you have a cultural style or act you would like to present! amalia@amaliadance.com