DANCE PERFORMANCE FESTIVAL

Saturday, July 12 2025 | 4 PM – 9 PM | Taylor Pavilion, Winchester, VA

Free & Open entry to the Public

 

Experience an unforgettable evening of dance, community, and creativity.

This family-friendly festival invites audiences of all ages to enjoy captivating performances, interactive activities, and vibrant local artistry—all in the heart of Old Town Winchester.

 

WHAT TO EXPECT

 

• PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD

Audiences will vote for their favorite youth and professional performances—making everyone part of the celebration. Other select awards to be given.

 

• ADJUDICATED DANCE SHOWCASE

Enjoy a curated selection of high-quality works selected through a screening process to ensure artistic excellence.

 

• PERFORMER EXPERIENCE

Dancer registration fees include:

 

• Professional photography by Franklin Knox , Shining Stars Photography

• Exclusive festival merchandise

• A professionally installed dance floor on the lawn of Taylor Pavilion

• A unique platform to share your art with a live audience

• With wristband, dancers get discounts at select restaurants in Old Town Winchester

• For out of town dancers, the Hampton Inn is offering  discounted rooms for performers (More information once registration is accepted)

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Performance Registration:

 

Solo: $25 per entry

Duet/Trio: $35 per entry

Group (4+ dancers): $50 per entry​

 

Important Information:

To maintain the quality and integrity of the festival, all registration forms must include a video submission of the dance to be reviewed prior to acceptance.

Please note: Registration fees will only be collected after your submission has been accepted. All entries and registration fees due by June 21st, 2025. 

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We look forward to celebrating your work on stage!

 

 

• COMMUNITY IMPACT

 

• All proceeds support ArteInMovimento Dance Company and future festival programming.

• Local vendors & artisans will be featured, adding to the celebration of the arts.

• Restaurant partnerships will offer exclusive seating, themed specials, and more—uniting food, performance, and community spirit.

 

Join us for a powerful evening where movement meets meaning, and community takes center stage.

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What more information? Please attend a Zoom information session -

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Wednesday, May 29 at 10:00 AM 

Topic: AIM DANCE FEST INFO SESSION #1 

Time: May 29, 2025 10:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

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Meeting ID: 874 9184 7380

Passcode: zhXd8q
 

Monday, June 9 at 4:00 PM

Topic: AIM DANCE FEST INFO SESSION #2

Time: Jun 9, 2025 04:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)​​

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Meeting ID: 858 9139 0562

Passcode: 1bwc2U