MWM FEST

The Irish Dance Festival for Dancers & Parents 🎪

"I have never felt so confident and proud to be a dancer before."

MWM Fest attendee 2025

Belfast 📍 13th August 2026

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    Tickets 🎟 

First Release tickets are on sale now. Capacity is limited to approximately 130 people. MWM Fest 2025 sold out.

Standard Admission  £125

1 dancer + 1 adult. Access to all dancer and parent sessions, live music, BBQ, face paints, games and the full festival experience.

Family Admission  £215  — Best Value

2 dancers + 2 adults. Everything above for the whole family. This is the one to go for if you have two dancers.

Add-On Dancer  £70

Add an extra dancer to an existing ticket.

Add-On Adult  £70

Add an extra adult to an existing ticket.

Prices increase at Final Release. Book below now to lock in your First Release price.

First Release Ticket Options

Standard Admission
Family Admission
Dancer Add On
Adult Add On

✨ One day that changes everything 

The competition season is long. The pressure builds. And somewhere along the way, a lot of dancers stop dancing for themselves.

They dance for placings. For corrections. For making their teachers proud. 

MWM Fest is a single day to remind them why they love their sport.

No competition. No judgment. No pressure.

Just movement, mindset, community, and the kind of day your dancer will talk about for months.

This is what Irish dance feels like when joy is the whole point.
 

What's On?

  • 🎶 Live Music & Festival Afternoon🍔

    A live trad band, lawn games, face paints, stalls and a BBQ. The kind of afternoon that takes over and nobody wants to leave.

  • 🧠 Mindset Sessions 

    Practical, honest sessions built around the real challenges dancers face. Nerves before a feis. Comparison. The confidence that comes and goes. No theory, no fluff. Just tools that actually help.

  • 💪Movement Sessions

    Pilates, movement and body awareness work with Meg and the MWM team. The sessions that make dancers feel strong, capable and at home in their bodies.

  • 🌟 Special Guest Session

    A Q&A with someone who has danced at the very top. Real answers to the questions dancers and parents actually want to ask.

  • 👩‍👧 Parent Sessions

    Sessions designed specifically for the parents in the room. Honest, warm and genuinely useful. You are not an afterthought here. This day is for you too.

  • 🎉 The Mini Choreography Showcase

    Right at the end, the band plays and dancers take the floor. Not for a result. Not for a placing. Just for the pure joy of it.

Sessions worth £573+ included in one ticket price.

What actually changes?

For your dancer → 
She arrives carrying the weight of the season. The comparisons. The corrections that will not budge. The quiet worry that everyone else has it figured out.
She leaves lighter.
  • Reconnected to why she started dancing
  • More confident in herself, not just her results
  • Understanding what she can and cannot control
  • Excited for the season ahead instead of dreading it
  • Knowing she belongs in this community
She stops measuring herself against other dancers. She starts dancing from a place of freedom again.

 

For You →
You arrive carrying it too. The worry about whether you are doing the right thing. The cost of classes, extras, travel. The pressure of wanting the best for your child while trying not to add to hers.
You leave with something real.
  • Calm and clear on how to support your dancer
  • More connected to your dancer than you have been in months
  • Practical tools to help her through the tough moments
  • Excited for what is coming, not anxious about it
You shift from managing her performance to supporting the person behind the dancer.
 
  • A DAY YOU WONT WANT TO MISSA DAY YOU WONT WANT TO MISS
  • A DAY YOU WONT WANT TO MISSA DAY YOU WONT WANT TO MISS

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.
 

✈️ Flying In: Closest airport is Belfast City Airport (20-30 mins drive).

Belfast International Airport (30-40 mins drive). 

Dublin International Airport (1.5hrs - 2hrs drive).

The full day from UK cities

  • Birmingham return flights + Standard ticket: from approximately £170
  • London return flights + Standard ticket: from approximately £170
  • Manchester return flights + Standard ticket: from approximately £160
  • Glasgow return flights + Standard ticket: from approximately £150
  • Dublin by bus or train + Standard ticket: from approximately £130

A full day your dancer will remember for years. For the price of a weekend away.

FAQ's 

1
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.

2
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.

3
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.

4
Is there parking available at the venue?

Yes, there will be parking facilities on-site. 

5
What should I bring to MWM Fest?

We recommend bringing:

  • Comfortable dance attire and shoes

  • A refillable water bottle

  • Sunscreen and a hat for outdoor activities

  • A light jacket or sweater for changing weather conditions

  • A notepad and pen for any notes during sessions

6
Can I bring my own food and drinks to the festival?

A variety of food options, including a BBQ and snacks, will be available for purchase on-site to cater to different dietary preferences. You can also bring your own lunch if necessary.

7
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.