The People Danced
Description
The People Danced returns for it's 3rd year in 2026.
2026 Theme: Decolonise your Dance
Join us for an exceptional weekend of dance with some of the country's finest facilitators across 5Rhythms, Open Floor, The 360 Emergence, Dancing Freedom, Ecstatic Dance, Wayapa Wuurrk and more.
This is not a festival. This is a ritual container, held, intentional, and alive.
Welcome to Country
Traditional Taungurung Welcome and Smoking with Aunty Jo Honeysett
Embodying Country
Nartarsha Bamblett
Wayapa Wuurrk
Juanita “Wanda” Halden
5Rhythms
Evelyn Switajewski
Open Floor
Kaia Hawkins
Dancing Freedom
Phoenix Onesong Marolda
Ecstatic Dance
Kundalini Project
5R SOMA
Rivka Worth
Each facilitator is an expert in their practice and will hold space for the collective group to journey together through embodied movement using music and guided facilitation. Sessions run from 9am–10pm with 30 minute breaks between sessions, plus 2 hour breaks for lunch and dinner.
"Dance YOUR dance, your body holds the medicine you need."
Bodywork
Lomi Lomi with Tara
Zenthai Shiatsu with Kynan
Lomi Lomi with Klaudia
Venue
286 High St, Nagambie VIC 3608
One of country Victoria's best old halls.
Swim in lake Nagambie between sessions.
1.5 hours from Melbourne or train direct to town.
Accommodation
Accommodation is self-organised. We recommend booking early as this small lakeside town fills up quickly. Options include caravan parks, Airbnb, and even houseboats! Make it a holiday—share a place with friends. See suggestions below.
This year we are also offering camping on the lawn at rear of hall!!
Nagambie Caravan Park →Discovery Holiday Parks - Nagambie Waters →The Boathouse Nagambie →Find A Camp - Nagambie →
All Welcome
LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, Disability friendly space. All people, all bodies welcomed. Mob are welcome- no cost
This is an alcohol and drug-free gathering
FAQs
- Where do I stay?
Accommodation is self-organised
There are 20 x camp spots on the lawn at rear of the hall. A portable toilet and shower and provided. Own camp gear is required
There are 2 x campgrounds in Nagambie
Several Air BNB and Stayz
hotels and motels in Nagambie
Locals sometimes put people up. You can post on the Nagambie Community Noticeboard page
- Is the event catered?
Tea and snacks are provided during the breaks.
Lunch and Dinner is your responsibility. You can bring your own and eat o the lawn or try some of the delicious local food
Lineup
Name of speaker / artist
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