The Irish Dance Festival for Dancers & Their Biggest Supporters:
🎟 25% of tickets already sold
🚀 Unlock Your Dancer’s Highest Potential – Through Training, Community & Celebration!
💃 ONE DAY. ENDLESS MEMORIES. ARE YOU IN?
MWM FEST 2025
Belfast 📍 14th August 2025
10am - 7pm
SUPPORTED BY
What is MWM Fest?
✨ For Dancers: Top-tier workshops, live music, fun, and inspiration to refresh after a tough competition season!
✨ For Parents: Dedicated sessions, a BBQ, and the chance to connect with other dance parents!
📌 This is for you if...
✅ Your dancer is obsessed with Irish Dance and wants to improve whilst having fun
✅ You’d love to meet other dance mums & learn how to make competitions less stressful
✅ You want to wind down & remember how fun Irish Dance can be after experiencing a full-on season
Let’s celebrate Irish dance in a whole new way – together!
🗓MWM Fest Schedule
Your day at MWM Fest is packed with movement, mindset, and celebration—for dancers and parents!
💃= For Dancers
👨👩👧 = For Parents
- 💃Morning workshops with Meg & Olivia on kicks, performance & confidence
- 👨👩👧 Morning mindset & nutrition sessions with Annabelle and Ciara
- 🍔 1:00 PM – BBQ & Fun Activities
- 💃 Afternoon sessions with guest coaches in Pilates, new choreography & performance
- 👨👩👧 Afternoon support workshops with Olivia & her mum, and Kerry from Redmond Rose
- 🎉 Face painting, games, music & ending the day with a dancer performance PLUS a special joint session for dancers & parents!
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What is included in my Standard Admission ticket? 🎟
Your MWM Fest Standard Admission ticket gives you:
✅ Entry for 1 dancer & 1 adult
✅ Access to ALL dance workshops (Irish Barre, Pilates, Performance Training & more)
✅ Parent-only sessions to support your dancer’s journey
✅ Live music, festival games & face painting
✅ BBQ & social areas for downtime & connection
✅ Meet & train with top Irish dance experts & surprise guests
✅ A full day of fun, inspiration & celebration!
MEET THE TEAM
LAUREN CLARKE
MWM Movement Coach
A World Top 10 dancer and lead in Lord of the Dance, Lauren turned her childhood dream into reality—and now she’s here to help other dancers do the same. With a love for performing and a heart for mentoring, she’s all about building confidence and celebrating every dancer’s journey.
LILY FINLAY
MWM Events Co-ordinator
Meg’s cousin and behind-the-scenes superstar Lily helps keep everything running smoothly. From colour-coded spreadsheets to sorting out the lunches, she keeps the MWM team on track! Lily may be Meg’s little cousin but she’s got a big presence at every event and brings great vibes.
Location & Travel Information
📍 MWM Fest takes place in Belfast at the beautiful venue: Brackengarth – BT8 8LP.
🚗 By Car: Free on-site parking available.
🚌 By Bus: Regular services run to the nearby area from Belfast city centre. The venue is a 3 minute walk from the bus stop "Drumbo" on the number 13 bus.
✈️ By Air: Closest airport is Belfast City Airport (20-30 mins drive).
Belfast International Airport (30-40 mins drive).
Dublin International Airport (1.5hrs - 2hrs drive).
🌺 Festival Zones Map & Area Names
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🎪 The Reel Tipi – Training by day, party by night!
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🔥 The Elevation Station – Where parents & dancers rise to the next level!
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💃 The Céilí Courtyard – Eat, drink & connect!
🌟 Special Guests & Surprise Appearances!
💥 Already Announced:
💁♀️ All things Wigs with Redmond Rose
🙆♀️ Pilates by Charlene
👀 More Guest Coaches & a Surprise Special Guest Still to Be Announced!
📢 Stay tuned… You won’t want to miss it!
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Feedback from MWM Events
💬 Anna came out BUZZING and BEAMING from it. It was exactly what she needed after such a full-on dance season. She learned so much and had the BEST time.
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-Dance Parent
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Feedback from MWM Events
💬 I've just been looking at your MWM content and it's just amazing. Imagine if we had someone like you when we were dancing? It's all so positive and healthy. So important to talk about all them topics like confidence, support and nutrition. Just inspirational!
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-Retired Dancer
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Feedback from MWM Events
💬 Ellie-Mae was absolutely BUZZING when she got home! She couldn’t stop talking about how much fun she had, how much she learned, and the amazing people she met!
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-Dance Mum
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Feedback from MWM Events
💬 Lavinia had the most incredible day – special memories made, learning, inspiration, and so much fun! A very happy mother & daughter here!
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-Dance Parent
FAQ's
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Who can attend MWM Fest?
The festival is designed for Irish dancers of all levels and their parents or guardians. Whether you're a seasoned competitor or new to the dance community, MWM welcomes everybody.
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How can I purchase tickets?
Tickets can be purchased online through our official website. Given the high demand, we recommend securing your spot in advance to avoid disappointment.
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Will tickets be available on the day of the event?
Tickets will not be available at the venue, we anticipate a sell-out event. To ensure your participation, it's best to purchase tickets in advance.
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Is there parking available at the venue?
Yes, there will be parking facilities on-site.
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What should I bring to MWM Fest?
We recommend bringing:
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Comfortable dance attire and shoes
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A refillable water bottle
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Sunscreen and a hat for outdoor activities
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A light jacket or sweater for changing weather conditions
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A notepad and pen for any notes during sessions
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Can I bring my own food and drinks to the festival?
Outside food and beverages are not permitted. However, a variety of food options, including a BBQ and snacks, will be available for purchase on-site to cater to different dietary preferences.
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Is MWM Fest accessible for attendees with disabilities?
We strive to make MWM Fest inclusive for everyone. The venue is equipped with accessible facilities, including restrooms. If you have specific accessibility concerns or require assistance, please contact us in advance, and we'll be happy to accommodate your needs.
