U.Dance National Festival 2027

"For me U.Dance was an extremely fun and important experience" Harshita about being part of the U.Dance National Festival 2026

The largest event of its kind, One Dance UK’s U.Dance National Festival is a celebration of youth dance every summer. Groups and soloists from U.Dance regional platforms around the country perform on professional stages, take part in workshops with leading dance professionals, and are offered inspiring dance careers information. 

"Performing at the U.Dance National Festival was an amazing experience... I was introduced to a wide range of dance styles, learned so much and it's something I’ll never forget." Kalakunj dancer about their experience of U.Dance National Festival 2025

The U.Dance National Festival 2027 is scheduled to be held in July 2027 in Wales, in partnership with National Youth Arts Wales. Dates and location are to be confirmed. 

Taking part in U.Dance Regional Platforms and U.Dance National Festival activity is free. Groups/individuals will be responsible for funding their own travel, food, accommodation and chaperones. 

One Dance UK and partners strive to make U.Dance Regional Platforms and the U.Dance National Festival welcoming and inclusive events. They encourage applications from disabled young people and underrepresented groups, and they welcome conversations around how they can support you and your group and soloists to make the most out of your experience.

Find out more and read the U.Dance Application Pack 2027 on the One Dance UK website: https://www.onedanceuk.org/programmes/udance/udance-regional