Welcome to INBC's 2026 Summer's End

This year our annual Summer’s End Belly Dance Event is coming to Bloomington, 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 the area’s best dancers
  • Shopping galore, including a large swap ‘n’ shop area
  • Multiple options for lunch and dinner
  • Networking opportunities
  • Gala belly dance show

Date:  Saturday September 5, 2026

Time:  9am – 9pm (eastern)

Location: Arthur Murray Dance Studio
1711 College Ave
Bloomington, Indiana 47404

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    Purchase Tickets

    Online tickets on sales close at 6pm on  9/4/2026; tickets also available at the door

    View/download/print complete schedule (coming)

    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

    Click on a topic below to get all the details:

    Note:  We are planning a choice of 2 classes for each workshop slot!

    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 current INBC membership level (supporter, individual, or professional)
    • When you buy your ticket.
      • Early pricing is effective through August 22.
      • Advance pricing is effective through September 4 (the day before the event).  Advance sales will end at 6 pm on the 4th.
      • At the event on September 5 (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.  However, individual and professional members can purchase a gala show ticket for free! (Note:  you must get your free ticket in advance from the tickets page).

    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 to buy one discounted ticket of any type for yourself or someone else (a free show ticket counts as your discounted ticket).  Please purchase additional tickets using the non-member options

    About Arthur Murray Dance Studio – Bloomington

    The studio has laminate wooden floors and full-length mirrors! In addition to the large (main) studio space that we will be using for classes and the gala show, there is a smaller studio, a kitchenette, a space for vendors, and more.

    Important note on the dance floor

    The laminate floor in the main studio is very easily scratched and otherwise damaged.  Street shoes are not permitted in this roomEveryone entering must be barefoot, sock-footed, or wearing soft dance shoes.

    Food Options

    Nearby eateries

    • La Bonita, 1709 N. College Ave.
    • La Charreada, 1720 N. Walnut Street
    • Lincoln Square Pancake House, 2160 N. Walnut Street
    • Heartwork Brewing, 1703 N. College Ave.
    • McDonald’s Max’s Place, 1280 N. College Ave.
    • Red Authentic Chinese, 1402 N. Walnut Street
    • Smokin’ Jack’s Rib Shack, 505 W. 17th Street

    Middle Eastern restaurants

    • Café Turkuaz, 301 E 3rd
    • Samira Restaurant, 100 W 6th
    • Layali Feast, 228 S. Grant St.

    Selected Lodging Options

    You do not have to be a member in order to teach at Summer’s End, however, members may be given preference.  If you are accepted as an instructor, you will receive a free all-day pass!

    You do not have to be a member to perform in the show!  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).

    Interested in dancing to live music?  The band Indy Raqs will be on hand and would love to accompany your dance performance! You can view the Indy Raqs song list here. Reach out to Andy Smith if you’d like discuss doing a collaboration.

    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)! We will be accepting vendor applications until all spaces are rented.  However, we encourage you to apply early so that we can have as much time as possible to promote your participation in our event and so that you can be sure to secure your spot.

    Booth size is 8′ x 8′; cost is $100 per booth space.  Individual members receive discounted pricing of $50 per space.  Professional members pay only $5 for their first space 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!  This year we will need help with:  set up, tear down/clean up, registration desk, and swap ‘n shop.  Volunteers will receive a special thank you gift.

    If you are able to help, please let us know by sending us an email.  Please let us know when you’d like to help (set-up, clean-up, or specific time slot). When you arrive at the event, just let the registration desk know that you signed up to volunteer and we will work with you to find an opportunity that accommodates your schedule!

    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).   Buy tickets now.

    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). The deadline for performer applications is August 22, 2026Apply to perform now.

    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 separate performer application.  Apply to perform now.

    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 August 10, 2026  Apply 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.

    Will there be a “green room” available for dancers during the show?
    Yes!  

    What is the surface of the stage like?
    The show will be in the large dance studio with wooden laminate flooring.  There is no raised stage; we will have a designated performance area on the studio floor.  

    Is there an opportunity to perform to live music?
    Yes! The band Indy Raqs will be on hand and would love to accompany your dance performance! You can view the Indy Raqs song list here. Reach out to Andy Smith if you’d like discuss doing a collaboration.

    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?
    Not this year, but there are multiple dining options nearby.  See the “Venue” tab above.