Looking to hire a belly dancer for an upcoming event? At GigSalad, we’ve connected thousands of people with the best dancers in their area. Choose a city below to browse belly dancers for hire near you. We also have answers to your most frequently asked questions about booking a local belly dancer. Let us help you find the perfect entertainment to make your event unforgettable!
On average, professional belly dancers charge $200-$300 for a 30-minute performance. This price may vary depending on the location, length of the event, type of performance (elaborate, simple, etc), and the dancer’s experience level.
Belly dancers are most commonly booked for 30-minute performances. However, many belly dancers are willing to work within the needs of the event. If you’re planning a longer event, be sure to accommodate for the dancer to perform in sets with 10-15 minute breaks in between. You might also consider hiring multiple belly dancers for large events.
A belly dancer can be booked for events of all types. Belly dance shows are often booked at bridal showers, birthdays, anniversaries, and weddings, especially for Middle Eastern couples. Their unique style also lends itself perfectly to fairs, festivals, corporate events, and themed parties. You can hire multiple belly dancers for a full stage show, or set aside a performance space that allows guests to stop and watch the dancer perform as they mingle.
As with any performer, it is customary to offer tips. With belly dancers specifically, they might collect a tip from the planner at the end of the performance and/or collect tips from the guests during the performance. For the latter, you should discuss etiquette with your belly dancer prior to the event. Find out if they want to collect tips directly or through a tip jar of some sort, and then pass that information on to your guests.
Washington, DC 
Belly Dancer 
5 Verified Bookings Sara S. said “Amara made our party very fun and memorable! She is very sweet and friendly and it was a lot of fun!”
Springfield, VA
Belly Dancer
83 Verified Bookings Mary D. said “Nimeera was the perfect performer to end our evening event, Mystery in Marrakesh. She engaged with our guests especially with the young intellectually…”
Washington, DC
Variety Entertainer / Belly Dancer
10 Verified Bookings Sunil R. said “my guest gave me plenty of compliments on the entertainment, their creativity and showmanship. I would recommend this service to anyone who wants to add…”
Potomac, MD
Belly Dancer
4 Verified Bookings Hala said “Samira was exactly what we wanted for our Egyptian American wedding. She communicated so clear and suggested great music and dancing styles. My grandparents…”
Hiring a belly dancer is a great way to add an exotic flair to any special event, from birthdays and weddings to festivals and community events. You can book belly dancers to do a stage show or to perform among your guests as they mingle.
When hiring belly dancers, take the time to browse profiles for photos and videos to see their performances in action. Then read reviews from past clients to get a better feel for how they might fit with your event. Once you find a belly dancer you want to hire, get a contract or booking agreement and make sure all the details are covered. When you book on GigSalad, your payment is processed securely through the site and is protected by our Worry-Free Guarantee.
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