Explore new styles. Refine your artistry. Find your people.
AYDF 2025 is a bold, four-day celebration of dance in all its forms—bringing together youth dance company members, independent dancers and professional artists for an inspiring journey of movement, connection, and creative growth.
With two distinct program streams, 40+ workshops, a performance showcase, and deep conversations about the future of dance, this is your chance to stretch your practice, expand your ideas, and build your community.
🧭 When: 17–20 July, Narrm/Melbourne
📍 Location: Space Dance & Arts Centre, Prahran
🎟️ Two Streams: Youth + Professional Development program
What Makes AYDF 2025 Unmissable?
Set in the heart of Melbourne’s vibrant dance scene, this year’s festival is our most inclusive and ambitious yet. From hip hop to countertechnique, youth leadership to mental health, choreographic practice to cultural connection—AYDF is where ideas and people move together.
40+ workshops across diverse genres and creative disciplines.
Excursions to iconic Melbourne dance companies & studios.
Performance of youth dance company works & an independent piece.
Film screening – ‘My Black Dog’, exploring youth mental health.
Cypher Jam – our closing event for freestyle, reflection and celebration.
World Café conversations on connection, creativity and leadership.
2 Streams · 4 Days · 1 Festival that Moves You
Youth Stream (14-25)
For independent and youth company dancers.
4-Day Youth Pass – $200
Includes full festival access + participation in the Performance Showcase
Professional Development Stream (18+)
For emerging & experienced dance leaders, educators & studio owners.
4-Day Pro Pass – $120
Includes full festival access + ticket to the Performance Showcase
Book Your AYDF 2025 Pass
This is more than just a dance festival—it’s a place to connect, learn, and imagine the future of dance. Whether you’re just starting out, deepening your practice, or evolving as a dance leader, there is a place for you at AYDF 2025.
Moves Made. Hearts Full.
We could tell you how much people love AYDF, but it sounds better coming from them. Here’s what past attendees had to say after four days of full-out dancing, learning and unforgettable memories.
“As young people it is just so important for us to be connected to each other and AYDF is a brilliant way to do that.”
– Patricia
“I wasn’t sure what to expect, but the festival completely blew my mind.”
– Valarie
“It’s the perfect outlet for dance leaders to look at some big themes and help young people to engage with these in a different way.”
– Anna
“I’m inspired. I learned new movement and opened up my creativity.”
– Annette
“We got to challenge the idea of how to inspire each other.”
– Adam
“It was so much fun. I think the best thing is the variety.”
– Meg
AYDF 2025 is supported by
