The International Youth Dance Festival 2026 is taking place from 18 to 23 July, with a grand opening parade marking the start of the festival at the Ruins of St. Paul’s.

The inaugural performance is spectacular, featuring 33 dance troupes – comprising over 800 young dancers from Macao and abroad – marching from the Ruins of St. Paul’s to Senado Square.

A total 33 dance troupes – comprising over 800 young dancers from Macao and abroad – sets off in stage from the Ruins of St. Paul’s to Senado Square.

Themed "Dancing Youth, Rising Future”, this year’s festival is jointly held in Macao and Hengqin, creating a cross-boundary cultural exchange and further breaking down traditional stage boundaries.

The International Youth Dance Festival 2026 presents a series of exciting performances, including outdoor and indoor performances, and Artistic Performance Workshops, offering a diverse range of dance styles and artistic experiences to the public.

The International Youth Dance Festival 2026 presents a series of exciting performances, including outdoor and indoor performances, and Artistic Performance Workshops, offering a diverse range of dance styles and artistic experiences to the public.