Avoid FOMO: Early Bird Tickets Now on Sale for VDF26

Dance enthusiasts, mark your calendars and secure your spot now! Early Bird tickets for the Victorian Dance Festival 2026 (VDF26) are officially on sale, and they’re selling fast. For a limited time, you can lock in a full weekend pass for just $190 – that’s an incredible $85 saving off the regular price.

VDF26 returns bigger and bolder than ever to the Melbourne Showgrounds from 22–24 May 2026, delivering three unforgettable days packed with world-class workshops, performances, auditions, and the largest dance expo in the country.

Under the exciting new leadership of Artistic Director Maxwell Trengove, the 2026 faculty line-up is shaping up to be the most spectacular yet. Expect a jaw-dropping mix of brand-new international and Australian choreographers and instructors alongside the return of beloved VDF favourites. Whether you’re chasing transformative masterclasses, game-changing workshops, or the chance to learn from the best in the business, VDF26 is where careers are launched and passions are ignited.

Expect workshops and masterclasses that will fundamentally change the way you move; the Southern Hemisphere’s largest dance market and expo packed with fresh brands waiting to be discovered; and the only professional showcase in Australia that gives every single dancer their moment in the spotlight. VDF26 also hosts the country’s biggest international audition program, offering real professional contracts from global entertainment giants and further training opportunities with the world’s most prestigious institutions.

Don’t risk missing the weekend the entire dance community will be talking about for the rest of the year. Grab your Early Bird pass for just $190 today and join VDF at Melbourne Showgrounds, 22–24 May 2026.

Tickets available now at the official VDF website – book before they’re gone!

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