NYC ZOUK FESTIVAL 2026 | Brazilian Zouk in the Heart of Manhattan | Oct 1st-5th, 2026
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Every October, 300+ dancers take over Manhattan for the most unforgettable weekend of the year—and this October, we're doing it again!!!
🗽NYC Zouk Festival is BACK in 2026 for its 12th edition in the heart of New York City🗽
Get ready for three days of world-class Brazilian Zouk and Lambada training, four nights of epic all-night socials, and a community that feels like coming home the moment you walk through the door.
Whether you're taking your very first Zouk step or chasing Jack & Jill points—this festival is for you.
🎟️ GET YOUR PASS 🎟️
Early bird tickets are now on sale—grab yours before they're gone: www.nyczoukfest.com
✨ CONFIRMED ARTISTS ✨
- Paulo & Luiza
- Leandro & Nayara
- Robinson & Larissa
- Bruna & Felipe
- Vinny & Jessica
- Ana Paula Gomes
- Olaya & Papagaio
- Gui Prada
- More to be announced!
🎧 CONFIRMED DJS🎧
- DJ Power
- DJ Eflosa
- DJ Viscious
- DJ Tiger
- DJ Smoothie
- More to be announced!
🎉 HIGHLIGHTS 🎉
- 12+ Hours of Workshops – Explore the many flavors of Brazilian Zouk & our dedicated Lambada track, honoring the roots of our dance
- Friday Masterclasses – Add-on intensive training for intermediate/advanced students
- Dare to Zouk – Our beloved 8-year-running newcomer program (no partner, no experience needed!)
- Lambada Lounge – A dedicated room to enjoy Lambada vibes all night
- Friday Night Rooftop Happy Hour
- Day Socials + 4 Epic Evenings of Zouk
- Thurs Night Pre-party
- Official BZDC & LWDC Jack & Jill Competitions
- High-energy performances
- Warm, welcoming, community-first atmosphere – a dance community reunion 12 years in the making
📍 VENUES
- All venues are a few minutes' walk from each other and the hotels – no car, no commute, no missing out
- Day Venue: Ripley-Grier Studios – 520 8th Ave, 16th & 17th Floor
- Evening Venue: EPA Ballroom – 320 W 37th St, 2nd Floor
Hotels: To be announced – check nyczoukfest.com for updates and room share info.
🌆 AND THEN THERE'S NEW YORK
Between training and parties, you're minutes from Times Square, Central Park, Broadway theaters, and hundreds of restaurants representing every cuisine on earth. The city is part of the experience.
🔗 STAY CONNECTED
🌐 Website: nyczoukfest.com
📸 Instagram: @nyc_zouk_festival
👥 Facebook Group: NYC Zouk Festival Community
🎟️ GET YOUR PASS
Early bird tickets are now on sale!
www.nyczoukfest.com
Hosted by Paula Naconecy & Shane Rasnak, and the NYC Brazilian Zouk Community
🗽NYC Zouk Festival is BACK in 2026 for its 12th edition in the heart of New York City🗽
Get ready for three days of world-class Brazilian Zouk and Lambada training, four nights of epic all-night socials, and a community that feels like coming home the moment you walk through the door.
Whether you're taking your very first Zouk step or chasing Jack & Jill points—this festival is for you.
🎟️ GET YOUR PASS 🎟️
Early bird tickets are now on sale—grab yours before they're gone: www.nyczoukfest.com
✨ CONFIRMED ARTISTS ✨
- Paulo & Luiza
- Leandro & Nayara
- Robinson & Larissa
- Bruna & Felipe
- Vinny & Jessica
- Ana Paula Gomes
- Olaya & Papagaio
- Gui Prada
- More to be announced!
🎧 CONFIRMED DJS🎧
- DJ Power
- DJ Eflosa
- DJ Viscious
- DJ Tiger
- DJ Smoothie
- More to be announced!
🎉 HIGHLIGHTS 🎉
- 12+ Hours of Workshops – Explore the many flavors of Brazilian Zouk & our dedicated Lambada track, honoring the roots of our dance
- Friday Masterclasses – Add-on intensive training for intermediate/advanced students
- Dare to Zouk – Our beloved 8-year-running newcomer program (no partner, no experience needed!)
- Lambada Lounge – A dedicated room to enjoy Lambada vibes all night
- Friday Night Rooftop Happy Hour
- Day Socials + 4 Epic Evenings of Zouk
- Thurs Night Pre-party
- Official BZDC & LWDC Jack & Jill Competitions
- High-energy performances
- Warm, welcoming, community-first atmosphere – a dance community reunion 12 years in the making
📍 VENUES
- All venues are a few minutes' walk from each other and the hotels – no car, no commute, no missing out
- Day Venue: Ripley-Grier Studios – 520 8th Ave, 16th & 17th Floor
- Evening Venue: EPA Ballroom – 320 W 37th St, 2nd Floor
Hotels: To be announced – check nyczoukfest.com for updates and room share info.
🌆 AND THEN THERE'S NEW YORK
Between training and parties, you're minutes from Times Square, Central Park, Broadway theaters, and hundreds of restaurants representing every cuisine on earth. The city is part of the experience.
🔗 STAY CONNECTED
🌐 Website: nyczoukfest.com
📸 Instagram: @nyc_zouk_festival
👥 Facebook Group: NYC Zouk Festival Community
🎟️ GET YOUR PASS
Early bird tickets are now on sale!
www.nyczoukfest.com
Hosted by Paula Naconecy & Shane Rasnak, and the NYC Brazilian Zouk Community
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Emmanuel Pierre-Antoine Dance Studio NYC, 320 W 37th St, New York, NY 10018-4206, United States, Manhattan
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