FESTIVAL SCHEDULE

The full programme will be released mid February, check back here for a downloadable copy or sign up for email to be the first to hear. In the mean time here is a taster of what you are likely to experience…

Friday 6th April 2012

Stilt walkers10am – 4pm: Immersion course programme, see immersion page for details

6pm: Gates open, international food stalls, markets and street performance begins

6.30 – 7pm: Jambalaya Opening Ceremony

7:30 – 9pm: New Zealand Dance Showcase. Featuring performances from teams, couples and solo artists from all over New Zealand.

7:30 – 9pm: Music performances on the veranda stage

9pm – 11 pm: Dance jam party

9pm – 11 pm: DJ’s, samba band, performances

11pm – 1am: Salsa room, zouk room, tango room, burlesque and belly dancing tent and late night DJ’s.

Saturday 7th April

Drum workshop10am – 5pm: Open level dance and music workshops every hour in all styles from belly to hip-hop, swing and tango, a Capella, percussion, ukulele and more.

10am – 1pm OR 2pm – 5pm: Immersion courses continue (one half of the day only)

10am – 7.30pm: Performances, bands, theatre, art, kids zone, international food and markets

7:30 – 8:30 pm: International Dance Showcase. Featuring the teachers from our immersion courses and other incredible world class dancers

9pm - 12 midnight: Main stage acts (see artist page for details)

9pm – close: Salsa room, zouk room, tango room, burlesque and belly dancing tent and late night DJ’s

Sunday 8th April

10am – 5pm: Open level dance and music workshops every hour in all styles from belly to hip-hop, swing and tango, a capella, percussion, ukulele and more

10am – 1pm OR 2pm – 5pm: Immersion courses continue (one half of the day only)

10am – 7.30pm: Performances, bands, theatre, art, kids zone, international food and markets

7:30 – 8:30pm: Immersion course show 'n' tell. Featuring the teachers from our immersion courses and other incredible world class dancers

8:30pm: Carnival party!! Get dressed up for a massive night of music, dance and celebration

12 midnight: Finish

Band on stage