Welcome to the 2026 Richmond International Dance Festival!
Our third year is here, and it’s shaping up to be bigger and unforgettable than ever! This year’s festival takes place on The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen, making the celebration even more meaningful. Together, we’ll showcase how dance truly unites the world; crossing boundaries, sparking joy, and connecting us through rhythm.
With more than 15 groups participating, you can look forward to a full day of workshops, live performances, delicious global foods, kids’ activities, and the colorful Parade of Cultures to close it all out.
This page is your official guide; schedules, activities, and updates are all here to help you make the most of your festival experience. Get ready to move, taste, connect, and celebrate the world right here in Richmond!
Join Us to Bring the Richmond International Dance Festival to Life!
We’re seeking passionate volunteers to help with setup, guest assistance, workshops, and more. Be part of a vibrant celebration of culture, dance, and community, while making a positive impact.
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This festival thrives because of community. Learn how to volunteer or support in other ways.
Sponsor the Festival
Interested in sponsoring this festival to help bridge cultural gaps through the universal language of dance? Email connect@cultureecounters.org and our team will follow up with options.
Richmond International Dance Festival in the news
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On Sept. 20, Deep Run Park hosted the second Richmond International Dance Festival, featuring diverse performances and interactive workshops. The event thrived despite a storm that ended the day early.
Dance festival to celebrate Richmond’s cultural diversity
The Richmond International Dance Festival returned to Deep Run Park for its second year, featuring 16 dance troupes from around the world, global food vendors, and family-friendly activities. Organized by Culture Encounters and Henrico’s Outreach & Engagement Agency, the festival celebrated diversity and community through music, movement, and cultural exchange.
Richmond’s only multicultural dance festival returns to Deep Run Park Saturday
The 2nd Annual Richmond International Dance Festival returned to Deep Run Park with an expanded lineup of global dance troupes, food vendors, and cultural activities. Presented by Culture Encounters in partnership with Henrico Outreach & Engagement Agency and BLK RVA, the festival celebrated Richmond’s diversity while building connections through music, movement, and community spirit.
Put on your dancing shoes for the first ever Richmond International Dance Festival
Richmond International Dance Festival is a free, family-friendly celebration presented by Culture Encounters that brings communities together through global dance, music, and culture. Hosted in Henrico County, the festival features live performances, hands-on dance workshops for all ages, cultural vendors, and international cuisine. Attendees will be able to learn dance from several dance groups throughout the day, including Nrityageet USA, the Belly Dance School of Richmond, the Tidewater African Cultural Alliance, Panamanian Traditional Dance Group and Sayaw Diversity. No dance experience is needed.
Richmond International Dance Festival celebrates region's 'beautiful diversity'
Organizations partnered to showcase global dance traditions and cusines. Creating opportuniteis for community connection and cultural appreciation.