ABOUT FESTIVAL
YA HALA a festival of belly dance, soul and competition. The idea of the festival was born and realized in Kuwait. Everyone really enjoyed the event, and we decided to do another, bigger and more ambitious festival in Dubai. After all, everyone missed belly dancing. So, by purchasing a ticket, you guarantee yourself not only a lot of fun, but also:
Workshops with the best belly dance teachers and choreographers from around the world
Accommodation in a 5-star hotel with delicious meals
A cool environment of people who are passionate about belly dance
Unforgettable competitions for two days, where everyone can prove themselves and shine like a star
DATE: 30.05 - 01.06 2025
PLACE: Queen Elisabeth 2 Hotel Dubai
ABOUT FESTIVAL
YA HALA a festival of belly dance, soul and competition. The idea of the festival was born and realized in Kuwait. Everyone really enjoyed the event, and we decided to do another, bigger and more ambitious festival in Dubai. After all, everyone missed belly dancing. So, by purchasing a ticket, you guarantee yourself not only a lot of fun, but also:
Workshops with the best belly dance teachers and choreographers from around the world
Accommodation in a 5-star hotel with delicious meals
A cool environment of people who are passionate about belly dance
Unforgettable competitions for two days, where everyone can prove themselves and shine like a star
DATE: 30.05 - 01.06 2025
PLACE: Queen Elisabeth 2 Hotel Dubai
SCHEDULE
Just take a look at the bright and unforgettable events that await you at the YA Hala fesfival!
DAY #1
DAY #3
DAY #2
9:30 - 11:30 am
10:00 - 12:00 pm
9:30 - 11:30 am
Aida (balady ws)
Alla (pop oriental ws)
Mohannad (iraqi ws)
Alla (drum solo)
Mohanad (El-khashaba Iraqi style)
Sonya (shaaby ws)
Lunch break
Break
Lunch break
Dina (taht el shebak Dina style)
Signature dance of Dina
Aida (tarab ws)
Opening gala + competition
Closing gala with teachers show + final competition and dinner
12:00 - 2:00 pm
10:00 - 12:00 pm
12:00 - 2:00 pm
3:00 - 5:00 pm
3:30 - 5:00 pm
3:00 - 5:00 pm
7:00 pm
7:00 pm
SCHEDULE
Just take a look at the bright and unforgettable events that await you at the YA Hala fesfival!
DAY #1
DAY #3
DAY #2
9:30 - 11:30 am
10:00 - 12:00 pm
9:30 - 11:30 am
Aida (balady ws)
Alla (pop oriental ws)
Mohannad (iraqi ws)
Alla (drum solo)
Mohanad (El-khashaba Iraqi style)
Sonya (shaaby ws)
Lunch break
Break
Lunch break
Dina (taht el shebak Dina style)
Signature dance of Dina
Aida (tarab ws)
Opening gala + competition
Closing gala with teachers show + final competition and dinner
12:00 - 2:00 pm
12:00 - 2:00 pm
12:00 - 2:00 pm
3:00 - 5:00 pm
3:00 - 5:00 pm
3:00 - 5:00 pm
7:00 pm
7:00 pm
PEOPLE OF YA HALA
Unique people who can feel with their body and soul take part in organizing the festival. Hurry up to get to know them!
PEOPLE OF YA HALA
Unique people who can feel with their body and soul take part in organizing the festival. Hurry up to get to know them!
ORGANIZER OF YA HALA
Meet the people who organize this incredible festival of dance and life for you!
ORGANIZERS OF YA HALA
Meet the people who organize this incredible festival of dance and life for you!
PACKAGES
Choose the best one for yourself
FULL PACKAGE
HOTEL PACKAGE
WORKSHOP PACKAGE
4 Nights at the five star Queen Elisabeth 2 Hotel Dubai, breakfast included in a double shared room or a single room
4 Nights at the five star Queen Elisabeth 2 Hotel Dubai, breakfast included in a double shared room
Festival Workshop package of 9 workshops in total
Festival Workshop package of 9 workshops in total
Teachers Superstars Gala Show – Buffet dinner
Teachers Superstars Gala Show – Buffet dinner
Watch the Opening International Gala Show
For double room (each person)
For single room
Watch the Opening International Gala Show
$1250
$1450
$800
$450
PRICES
By workshop and by day package
DAY 1
DAY 2
DAY 3
Aida ws
Mohaned ws
Alla ws
$150
$150
$150
$150
$200
$150
$250
$150
$250
$100
$150
Alla ws
Sonya ws
Mohaned ws
Dina ws
Aida ws
Dina ws
Opening gala + competition watching
Closing gala with final competition + dinner
Full day
Full day
Full day
$550
$500
$500
$500
$450
$500
PACKAGES
Choose the best one for yourself
FULL PACKAGE
WORKSHOP PACKAGE
HOTEL PACKAGE
4 Nights at the five star Queen Elisabeth 2 Hotel Dubai, breakfast included in a double shared room or a single room
Festival Workshop package of 9 workshops in total
Festival Workshop package of 9 workshops in total
4 Nights at the five star Queen Elisabeth 2 Hotel Dubai, breakfast included in a double shared room
Teachers Superstars Gala Show – Buffet dinner
Teachers Superstars Gala Show – Buffet dinner
Watch the Opening International Gala Show
For double room (each person)
For single room
Watch the Opening International Gala Show
$1250
$1450
$800
$800
PRICES
By workshop and by day package
DAY 1
DAY 2
DAY 3
Aida ws
Mohaned ws
Alla ws
Alla ws
Sonya ws
Mohaned ws
Dina ws
Aida ws
Dina ws
Full day
Full day
Full day
$550
$500
$550
$500
$450
$500
Opening gala + competition watching
Closing gala with final competition + dinner
$150
$150
$150
$150
$200
$150
$250
$150
$250
$250
$150
COMPETITION
The YA HALA Festival International Competition unites dancers worldwide to celebrate belly dance. Beyond awards, it offers a journey of self-improvement and growth. Participants refine their skills, receive feedback from esteemed judges, and strive for excellence. We wish everyone success and look forward to witnessing the beauty of belly dance!
QUEEN
$55
$45
RISING STAR
Professional Competition Category
Semi Professional Competition Category
2 rounds
1 round
Age: 15 years or older 5 or more years of experience in belly dance
Age: 14 years or older less than 5 years of dance experience in belly dance
PRIZES
QUEEN
RISING STAR
1st place
1st place
2nd place
2nd place
3rd place
3rd place
Queen of 2025 Crown
Rising Star of Festival 2025 Crown
2nd Place Queen of 2025 Sash
2nd Place Rising Star of Festival 2025 Sash
3rd Place Queen of 2025 Sash
3rd Place Rising Star of Festival 2025 Sash
Festival Dubai 50% off 2026
Festival Dubai 30% off 2026
Bellydance Costume + a Cape designed by Asmaa Ahmed
Bellydance Costume + a Cape designed by Asmaa Ahmed
Queen of 2025 Sash
Rising Star of Festival 2025 Sash
Festival Dubai 30% off 2026
Festival Dubai 30% off 2026
Festival Dubai 30% off 2026
Festival Dubai 30% off 2026
Performance at the Teachers Gala show 2026
Certificate signed by our judges
Bronze Package for Raqs of Course 2025, in the 10th anniversary
Mashrabiya dance weekend festival, full package
Certificate signed by our judges
Mashrabiya dance weekend festival, full package
Certificate signed by our judges
Mashrabiya dance weekend festival 50% off
Certificate signed by our judges
Mashrabiya dance weekend festival 50% off
Certificate signed by our judges
Certificate signed by our judges
A coupon of 4 workshops of your choice in any of the following countries, UAE, Saudi or Kuwait, organized by Heba Altahnoun
A coupon of 3 workshops of your choice in any of the following countries, UAE, Saudi or Kuwait, organized by Heba Altahnoun
A coupon of 4 workshops of your choice in any of the following countries, UAE, Saudi or Kuwait, organized by Heba Altahnoun
A coupon of 4 workshops of your choice in any of the following countries, UAE, Saudi or Kuwait, organized by Heba Altahnoun
COMPETITION
The YA HALA Festival International Competition unites dancers worldwide to celebrate belly dance. Beyond awards, it offers a journey of self-improvement and growth. Participants refine their skills, receive feedback from esteemed judges, and strive for excellence. We wish everyone success and look forward to witnessing the beauty of belly dance!
QUEEN
RISING STAR
$55
$45
Professional Competition Category
Semi Professional Competition Category
1 round
2 round
Age: 15 years or older 5 or more years of experience in belly dance
Age: 14 years or older less than 5 years of dance experience in belly dance
PRIZES
QUEEN
RISING STAR
1st place
1st place
2nd place
2nd place
3rd place
3rd place
Queen of 2025 Crown
Rising Star of Festival 2025 Crown
2nd Place Queen of 2025 Sash
2nd Place Rising Star of Festival 2025 Sash
3rd Place Queen of 2025 Sash
3rd Place Rising Star of Festival 2025 Sash
Queen of 2025 Sash
Rising Star of Festival 2025 Sash
Festival Dubai 50% off 2026
Festival Dubai 30% off 2026
Festival Dubai 30% off 2026
Festival Dubai 30% off 2026
Festival Dubai 30% off 2026
Festival Dubai 30% off 2026
Certificate signed by our judges
Bronze Package for Raqs of Course 2025, in the 10th anniversary
Mashrabiya dance weekend festival, full package
Certificate signed by our judges
Mashrabiya dance weekend festival, full package
Certificate signed by our judges
Mashrabiya dance weekend festival 50% off
Certificate signed by our judges
Mashrabiya dance weekend festival 50% off
Certificate signed by our judges
Certificate signed by our judges
Performance at the Teachers Gala show 2026
Bellydance Costume + a Cape designed by Asmaa Ahmed
Bellydance Costume + a Cape designed by Asmaa Ahmed
A coupon of 4 workshops of your choice in any of the following countries, UAE, Saudi or Kuwait, organized by Heba Altahnoun
A coupon of 3 workshops of your choice in any of the following countries, UAE, Saudi or Kuwait, organized by Heba Altahnoun
A coupon of 4 workshops of your choice in any of the following countries, UAE, Saudi or Kuwait, organized by Heba Altahnoun
A coupon of 4 workshops of your choice in any of the following countries, UAE, Saudi or Kuwait, organized by Heba Altahnoun
PAYMENT PLAN DETAILS
Payment for participation in the festival is made in installments, and here we explain this in detail (only for full package)
1ST PAYMENT
2ST PAYMENT
3RD PAYMENT
3RD PAYMENT
$300
$250
$700
$900
Payment Deposit upon registration
Payment after one month from the date of your registration
The last payment for a Shared Room will be paid in cash when you arrive in Dubai, or you can submit your payment below
The last payment for a Single Room will be paid in cash when you arrive in Dubai, or you can submit your payment below
PAYMENT PLAN DETAILS
Payment for participation in the festival is made in installments, and here we explain this in detail (only for full package)
1ST PAYMENT
2ST PAYMENT
3RD PAYMENT
3RD PAYMENT
$300
$250
$700
$900
Payment Deposit upon registration
Payment after one month from the date of your registration
The last payment for a Shared Room will be paid in cash when you arrive in Dubai, or you can submit your payment below
The last payment for a Shared Room will be paid in cash when you arrive in Dubai, or you can submit your payment below
BANK DETAILS
Bank Transfer Bank name: boubyan bankBranch: bayan branch Account holder: Hebatallah tawfeeq mohammad altahnoun
Account number 0615273002
IBANKW38BBYN0000000000000615273002
SWIFT codeBBYNKWKW
Bank addressMubarak Tower, Ali Al Salem Street, Block 5, Mubarakiya, Kuwait City
CountryKuwaitCurrencyAmerican dollar - USD
CHOOSE YOUR PACKGE
WITH PAYPAL
First of all, you need to choose your package at the festival. As soon as you make your choice, a form will appear on the screen. After filling it out, you will be able to pay the down payment in one of two ways
BANK DETAILS
Bank Transfer Bank name: boubyan bankBranch: bayan branch Account holder: Hebatallah tawfeeq mohammad altahnoun
Account number 0615273002
IBANKW38BBYN0000000000000615273002
SWIFT codeBBYNKWKW
Bank addressMubarak Tower, Ali Al Salem Street, Block 5, Mubarakiya, Kuwait City
CountryKuwaitCurrencyAmerican dollar - USD
CHOOSE YOUR PACKGE
WITH PAYPAL
First of all, you need to choose your package at the festival. As soon as you make your choice, a form will appear on the screen. After filling it out, you will be able to pay the down payment in one of two ways