Dance Workshops, Panel Discussions, Cultural Performances, and Community Engagement.

Weekend Workshops

July 10-12, 2026

The celebratory exploration of the history & culture of the African Diaspora!

West African, Haitian, Afro Brazil, Afro Cuban,  Jazz, Tap,  Second Line, Modern, Afro  Modern, Afro House,  Afrobeat,  Dance Hall.

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Dance Intensive

July 6-12, 2026

Ages 7yrs- Adult

Movement, History, and performance-focused.

West African, Haitian, Afro Brazil, Afro Cuban,  Jazz, Tap,  Second Line, Modern, Afro  Modern.

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Other Festival Activities

Congo Square,

Dance Concert,

Exhibits,

Community Access,

Community Service,

Lectures, and  Demonstrations.

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The Cultural Ties Dance Festival celebrates New Orleans’ deep roots in the African Diaspora through a unique community experience. Funded by local sponsorships and individual donations, your support directly pays our professional artist-instructors and provides scholarships for our youth dance intensive.

Ways Your Support Makes an Impact

  • Professional Artists: Funding ensures our expert instructors are compensated for their craft.

  • Youth Scholarships: Your contributions provide access for young dancers to attend our intensive.

  • Cultural Preservation: Every dollar helps celebrate and sustain the history and movement of the African Diaspora in NOLA.

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