2026 Baltimore Dance Festival

Experience the Rhythm, Artistry, and Energy of the Baltimore Dance Festival

From June 4–8, 2026, the city of Baltimore comes alive for an unforgettable weekend of movement, music, and celebration! The Baltimore Dance Festival is more than just an event — it’s a gathering of passion, creativity, and community, where dancers, instructors, musicians, and spectators unite to celebrate the universal language of dance.

Throughout the festival, you’ll find something for everyone — from the curious beginner discovering their first rhythm to the seasoned performer ready to take the stage. Enjoy immersive workshops led by world-class instructors, thrilling live performances, vibrant concerts, and social dance parties that keep the energy flowing late into the night.

✨ Introducing the Vivelo Dance Competitions! ✨

A highlight of the festival, the Vivelo Dance Competitions bring together dancers from across the nation to showcase their skills, artistry, and heart. Watch or join the action across exciting divisions like Salsa, Bachata, and Hip-Hop, with categories for soloists, couples, and teams at all levels — Amateur, Semi-Professional, and Professional.

Feel the excitement as competitors light up the floor, celebrate their artistry, and inspire audiences with every move. Whether you’re competing for the trophy or cheering from the sidelines, you’ll feel the electric energy that only a live dance competition can create.

Beyond the stage, the Baltimore Dance Festival offers countless opportunities to connect, learn, and celebrate. Explore workshops, experience live bands and DJs, meet incredible dancers from around the world, and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere that makes this festival truly one of a kind.

We welcome all ages, all styles, and all skill levels — because dance is for everyone. Whether you’re here to perform, compete, or simply soak up the rhythm, you’ll leave inspired, energized, and part of a growing community that celebrates movement, culture, and connection.

Don’t miss this incredible celebration — the first Vivelo Competitions are just the beginning!
Join us in Baltimore June 2026 and be part of a movement that brings people together through the power of dance.

The stage is set. The rhythm is calling. Be part of the magic at the 2026 Baltimore Dance Festival!