WMC Cèilidh Dance

A Community Dance Fundraiser for Local Families

Join us for a vibrant and lively evening of traditional Scottish and Irish social dancing at the Wellington Music Centre Cèilidh, featuring the sensational VicFolk band! This beginner-friendly, all-ages partner dancing event is designed to bring families and the community together for a night of fun, music, and connection, all while supporting the Wellington Music Centre.

Event Details

• Date: 12th September 2025

• Time: 6 - 9pm

• Location: St Patrick's Hall, 17 Rongotai Road, Kilbirnie (street parking is available)

• Admission:

  • Free for kids under 5

  • $10 - Child Ticket

  • $25 - Adult Ticket

  • $30 - Double Ticket (1 adult + 1 child)

  • $55 - Family Ticket (2 adults + 2 children)

What to Expect:

• Traditional Partner Dancing: Learn easy traditional Scottish and Irish dances, led by the VicFolk caller*, making it perfect for beginners and families.

• Live Music: Dance the night away to the energetic and foot-stomping tunes provided by the sensational VicFolk band.

• Raffle: Grab a ticket to our raffle for a chance to win fantastic prizes.

• Silent Auction: Bid on unique items and experiences donated by local businesses in our silent auction, with all proceeds supporting the Wellington Music Centre. Items include a double pass to Roxy cinema, a family pass to Wētā Workshop, and tickets to see the NZSO.

• Food and Drinks: Enjoy a variety of delicious food and beverages available for purchase throughout the evening.

*the caller leads the band and calls out instructions for the dancers, usually with a good sense of humour! They make sure everyone is having a great time, especially those who have never attended a cèilidh dance before.

Support Wellington Music Centre

A cèilidh is about more than dancing: it’s a place to enjoy time with your family and connect as a community. At Wellington Music Centre, we are passionate about bringing joyful and affordable musical experiences to kids and families in South and East Wellington City. Proceeds from the event will directly benefit the Wellington Music Centre, helping to fund our great programmes, including the Peninsula Family Choir, the Miramar Kids Choir, the Wellington Music Centre Orchestra, our foundational music courses: Music Explorers and the Ukulele Ensemble, and our free twice-a-year community events.

Child Safety

No unaccompanied children are permitted at this event. The care and safety of children at this event is the responsibility of caregivers.