Welcome to INBC's 2025 Summer's End

Join Troupe Shalimar as they host this year’s Summer’s End Belly Dance Event in Kokomo, Indiana.  Summer’s End offers opportunities to take workshops, shop, socialize, and enjoy an amazing dance show, but in a more intimate setting than the Annual Bazaar.  This year’s Summer’s End will feature:

  • Workshops taught by some of Troupe Shalimar’s talented dancers and very special guest instructors
  • Shopping galore, including a large swap ‘n’ shop area
  • Multiple options for lunch and dinner
  • Networking opportunities
  • Gala belly dance show with cash bar

Date:  Saturday September 20, 2025

Time:  8:30am – 9pm (eastern)

Location: Rhine Hall Event Venue
507 N Union St
Kokomo, Indiana 46901

Learn more about the venue

Purchase Tickets

Online tickets on sale through 9/19/2025; tickets also available at the door

View/download/print complete schedule

See who will be performing at the gala show by clicking on “Gala Show/Performers” and the complete list of vendors by clicking on “Swap ‘n Show/Vendors” below (coming soon).

Important Links

  • Volunteer
  • Sign up for pitch-in lunch 
  • Apply to perform (extended:  9/1/2025)
  • Apply to vend (extended:  9/1/2025)
Click on a topic below to get all the details:

Purchasing Tickets

Purchase tickets now

Ticket pricing is based on:

  • The type of ticket you wish to buy:
    • An all-day pass (includes access to workshops and show),  or
    • A stand-alone gala show admission (show only).
  • Your INBC membership level. Effective for join and renewal dates in 2025 and later, we now have 3 levels of membership: supporter, individual, and professional. If you renewed in 2024 but haven’t passed your 2025 renewal date yet, you are considered an individual member.
  • When you buy your ticket.
    • Early pricing is effective through August 23.
    • Advance pricing is effective through September 19 (the day before the event).  Advance sales will end at 10 pm on the 19th.
    • At the event on September 20 (we will be accepting cash, PayPal and Venmo at the door).

Pricing for an all-day pass (workshop and show) is shown below:

All stand-alone gala show tickets are $10.

Tickets are not refundable, but they are transferrable.  Contact us if you would like to transfer your ticket.

Notes on Membership Level

You may use your membership status (supporter, individual member, or professional member) to buy one ticket of any type for yourself or someone else. Please purchase additional tickets using the non-member options.

If you joined or renewed in 2024, but haven’t passed your 2025 renewal date yet, you are considered an individual member. 

We are excited to be hosting this event at the Rhine Hall Event Venue, 507 N Union St, Kokomo, Indiana.  

The venue is located in a beautifully restored, historic building featuring:

  • Main level with stage and balcony seating, classroom space
  • Downstairs level including two classroom spaces and swap ‘n shop
  • Upstairs level with fourth classroom space, if needed
  • Plenty of off-street parking 

The stage is a carpeted space 15′ x 12’10”.

Note:  Only the main level is accessible. However, upon request, Troupe Shalimar will make arrangements for access to the lower-level workshops and swap ‘n shop.  You can contact them at ShalimarDance@gmail.com.

We will be offering 4 workshop sessions with multiple options available during each session!   We’re excited to welcome the following knowledgeable, experienced, and fun(!) teachers to Summer’s End (‘*’ indicates member of Troupe Shalimar):

  • Bonnie Dieter (Tamar Silverheel)*

  • Debbie Eriksen (Morwenna Adeva)*

  • Telzey Hoke*

  • Kat Lebo

  • Jennifer Medina

  • The Queer Heretic

  • Adam Riviere

  • Samira (Laci Watson)

  • Gloria Turnpaugh (Lilith Martja)*

  • Jamila Zahran

The complete schedule with class descriptions is available here.

The gala show line up has been finalized.  Click here to check it out!

Everyone (i.e. each soloist and every member of a troupe) dancing in the show must purchase an all-day pass (does not apply to individual and professional members of INBC or workshop instructors).  On the night of the show, Act I performers should report to the green room (basement level) no later than 6:30 pm.  Act II performers should report no later than 7:00 pm.  Instructors who want to perform in the show need to complete an application.  We will not be able to automatically reserve a spot in the show for you!

See additional information for performers under the FAQ section below.

Swap ‘n Shop

We are pleased to announce the return of the ever-popular Swap ‘n Shop to Summer’s End. Here’s what you need to know:

  • Swap ‘n Shop sales for this event will be CASH ONLY, so you might want to visit the ATM on your way in! (Note: if you must use another form of payment, you can track down the seller and work something out directly with them.)
  • You do not have to pre-register to sell your stuff, but you must be an individual or professional member of INBC.
  • If you are selling stuff, you must download and print the “SwapNShop tags” file here. You will complete a whole row of 3 tags for EACH item you are selling. The first (leftmost) tag is for your records. The other two tags should be safety-pinned to the item (do not separate the two tags – that will happen when the item is sold).
  • Liz Wray did an excellent Swap ‘n Shop tutorial video for a prior Bazaar that will explain the whole process (and put you in a good mood). You can watch the video on YouTube here.
  • If you have any questions, please email inbcisametd@gmail.com.

Vendors

Shopping is always a big part of our events (and belly dancers love to shop)!  Enjoy shopping at:

  • Red Vardo Arts featuring printed garments, crystals and gems, and massage therapy.
  • Mid East Magic offering a variety of middle eastern treasures.

Booth size is 8′ x 8′; cost is $75 per booth space.  Individual members receive discounted pricing of $50 per space.  Professional members can get their first booth space for only $5 with additional spaces (if available) at $50 each

Volunteers are the backbone of a successful event.  If you’d like to help out, we’d love to have you!  There are many positions available including:  Swap ‘n Shop clerk, Vendor assistant, set up, tear down, and more!  Volunteers will receive a special thank you gift.

If you are able to help, please let us know by sending us an email.  If there’s a particular job or time slot you’re interested in, feel free to include that information in your email.  When you arrive at the event, please let the registration desk know that you signed up to volunteer and we will work with you to find an opportunity that fits with your schedule and skillset!

Can I attend Summer’s End even if I’m not a member of INBC?
Absolutely!  Anyone interested in attending the event is welcomed (though members receive discounted pricing). 

Can I perform in the show if I’m not a member?
Yes!  However, each person (i.e. each soloist and every member of a troupe) dancing in the show must purchase an all-day pass (does not apply to individual and professional members of INBC or workshop instructors).

I’m a workshop instructor and I want to perform in the show; will you automatically save me a performance spot?
No.  You’ll need to complete a performer application.

Can I vend at Summer’s End if I’m not a member?
Definitely (though individual and professional members receive discounted pricing).  The deadline to apply to vend is September 1, 2025Apply to vend now.

Can I sell my stuff at the Swap ‘n Shop if I’m not a member?
Sorry, only individual and professional members can sell at the Swap ‘n Shop.  Click here to join now!

I want to take workshops but I won’t be able to make it to the show, can I get a discount on my all-day pass?
Sorry, the only two options for this event are all-day pass (includes workshops and show) and show only.

I’m performing in the show, will I be able to watch the other acts?
Yes!  Dancer seating will be available in the balcony surrounding the stage during the show.

Will there be a “green room” available for dancers during the show?
Yes!  The lower floor of the venue, including 2 bathrooms, will be set aside for performers only during the show.  Additionally, there is a small room on the main level that will be used as an “on deck” area for the next 3 acts.  On the night of the show, Act I performers should report to the green room (basement level) no later than 6:30 pm.  Act II performers should report no later than 7:00 pm.

What is the surface of the stage like?
The stage is carpeted.  The area for dancing is 15′ x 12’10”.

Is there an opportunity to perform to live music?
Yes!  The band Indy Raqs will remain set up throughout the show.  If you’d like to arrange a collaborative performance, you can contact them at booking@indyraqs.com.

Are tickets refundable?
Tickets are not refundable, but they are transferrable.  Contact us if you would like to transfer your ticket.

Will there be a pitch-in lunch available?
Yes.  If you’d like to participate, please sign up here.

What’s all this stuff I’m seeing about “individual” and “professional” members?
The INBC membership structure changed effective for renewal and join dates in 2025.  When you renew or join in 2025, you will be able to choose from 3 levels of membership:  supporter, individual, or professional.  Each level comes with its own benefits (see our Membership Options page for complete details).  If you renewed or joined in 2024, you will remain an individual level member until your 2025 renewal date.