Bay Of Islands Line Dance Festival 2026
Jo and her students from Boot Scootin' with Jo are pleased to present the fourth annual Bay of Islands Line Dance Festival. Celebrating and promoting New Zealand Choreographers! Two full days of workshops and evening socials. Weekend pass $90 (price increases to $110 after 20 April 2026).
Belts and Boots NZ will have their fabulous stall during the weekend. Check out the range of custom boots, cowboy hats, t-shirts and so much more! Our dancers just love the custom made dance boots and dance shoes. You can check out their range of products on their website and start designing your own boots today!
Date: King's Birthday Weekend, Friday 29th May & Saturday 30th May 2026
Workshop Times: 9:30 to 11:30, 1:00pm to 3pm
Social Times: 6:30pm to 10:00pm
Venue: The Turner Centre, 43 Cobham Road Kerikeri
Friday and Saturday Night Social events include a light supper provided by Neat Eats. Tea & Coffee available all weekend.
- The 2026 event will be showcasing New Zealand Choreographers:
- Jo Boocock
- Liz Wakelin
- Along with a mystery guest!
Bay of Islands Line Dance Festival Program
Friday 29th May
9am - 9:30 am Gather at hall and warm up dances
9:30am - 11:30 pm Beginner Workshop 11:30am - 1pm Lunch Break
1pm - 3pm Intermediate - Advanced Workshop
9:30am - 11:30 pm Beginner Workshop 11:30am - 1pm Lunch Break
1pm - 3pm Intermediate - Advanced Workshop
Saturday 30TH May
9am - 9:30 am Gather at hall and warm up dances
9:30am - 11:30 pm Beginner Workshop
11:30am - 1pm Lunch Break
1pm - 3pm Intermediate - Advanced Workshop
Friday Social
Theme - Boardgames
6:30pm to 10pm
Saturday Social
Theme - Where's Wally
6:30pm to 10pm