Welcome to
NW Víla Fest!
Seattle’s only fusion belly dance festival! Hosted annually on the first or second weekend of April at Shoreline Community College Theater.
Join us at the next festival: April 2-4th 2027
Dance, Learn, & Shop
Join the vibrant and welcoming Bellydance community at NW Víla Fest in Seattle!
Immerse yourself in a world of joy, movement, and empowerment as you connect with fellow dancers from all walks of life. Experience the beauty of this art form through workshops taught by renowned instructors, shop for unique costumes and accessories from our curated vendors, and be mesmerized by captivating performances that will leave you in awe. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or just starting out, everyone is welcome to be a part of our enchanting community. Dip your toes into the world of Bellydance and let the magic unfold at NW Víla Fest!
Visit our Team page to learn more about the people behind NW Víla Fest
Got a question? Visit our FAQs page
Mission Statement:
At NW Víla Fest, our mission is to nurture and expand Seattle’s Bellydance community by fostering cultural appreciation and inclusivity.
Our values:
We are dedicated to celebrating the rich heritage of Bellydance through diverse performances, workshops, and community engagement. Our festival aims to provide a welcoming platform for dancers of all levels to share their passion, learn from one another, and connect with a broader audience. By honoring the traditions and evolving expressions of Bellydance, we strive to create a vibrant, supportive, and culturally enriched community.
At NW Víla Fest, we do not support or tolerate racism, sexism, fat-phobia, homophobia, or any forms of oppression. This event aims to create a space that celebrates and welcomes diversity.
Acknowledgement for Indigenous lands
We acknowledge we are holding this festival on stolen ancestral lands of the Coast Salish people, specifically the Duwamish, Suquamish, Stillaguamish, and Muckleshoot tribes. We make this acknowledgement to remind ourselves that by being here we strive to remedy this injustice through our beliefs and actions. Land acknowledgement is the first step in opposing the systematic oppression and historic erasure of Native people and Native Land ownership. Please join us in remembering the legacies of violence, displacement, migration and settlement that allow us to be on this land today.
