SA DANCE 2026

March 27 & 28, 2026 – Carver Community Cultural Center

San Antonio Dance Festival

Mission Statement

Our mission is to enrich lives through the art of dance while celebrating the diversity and creativity of our dance community. We aim to connect artists, choreographers, and educators, fostering collaboration and providing a platform to showcase talent and innovation.

The 2026 San Antonio Dance Festival is a two-day celebration featuring two unique evenings of performances:

The Spotlight (Friday) features soloists, duos, and selected group works, highlighting emerging talent, schools, and independent artists who represent the next generation of performers and creators.

The Collective (Saturday) is a marquee evening featuring invited professional guest artists and curated group works selected from festival submissions—a celebration of unity, collaboration, and artistic excellence.

Join us as we bring the community together to celebrate dance in all its forms!

THE SPOTLIGHT

Ticket Cost: Starting at $10*
*Theater preservation fees included.

FRIDAY, MARCH 27, 2026

7:00 PM

Workshop

SATURDAY, MARCH 28, 2026

Times to be Announced

THE COLLECTIVE

Ticket Cost: Starting at $15*
*Theater preservation fees included.

Saturday, MARCH 28, 2026

7:30 PM

Location: Carver Community Cultural Center, 226 N. Hackberry, San Antonio, TX 78202
*Workshop venue to be determined

REPERTORY & CHOREOGRAPHY GUIDELINES

We invite participants to present their best work — whether it is a classical ballet variation, a contemporary piece, or choreography in any other dance genre. Our goal is to showcase high-quality repertory and promote the creation of original choreography that celebrates artistry, creativity, and technical excellence.

Please note that certain genres, such as tap, folkloric dance, or flamenco, may require a portable tap board. If your piece involves special flooring needs or unique technical requirements, we kindly ask that you contact us prior to registering to ensure proper arrangements.

Time Limits:

Solo: two minutes

Duo/Trio: three minutes

Small Group (four to eight dancers): four minutes

Large Group (nine or more dancers): six minutes

Registration/Administrative Fees*

$100 per dancer (Ages 6 Through 17) — Includes for each dancer:
- Entrance to The Spotlight
- Entrance to The Collective
- Festival T-shirt
- Workshop that includes three master classes (times to be announced)