Please note: our 2020 live events have been cancelled. Please visit our social media channels for online celebrations.
For more information, visit the VCH's COVID-19 information.
Celebrating International Dance Day in Richmond, BC
Since 2015, Sudnya Dance Academy and Clarkson Events, have been presenting events which bring International Dance Day to Richmond with support from the local business community. These events are an opportunity for Richmond-based dancers to collaborate with other local and internationally renowned dancers and dance supporters with the goal of raising the profile of dance as an art form in Richmond.Together, they have created a new Richmond tradition, one that is in keeping with Richmond’s progress towards being known a destination city.
2020 marks the 6th annual celebration of International Dance Day in Richmond, BC! Sudnya Dance Academy and Clarkson Events have partnered with Aberdeen Centre to provide two FREE dance celebrations.
Friday, April 24:
Free community dance workshops - all ages and abilities welcome; no experience necessary.
Aberdeen Centre
1:00-2:30pm
Saturday, April 25:
Free dance performance
Aberdeen Centre
1:00-3:00pm
This year's theme is "Meet the Beat" - come see how we highlight rhythm and beats in our workshops and performances.
Visit us on social media for online celebrations for 2020!
What is International Dance Day?
International Dance Day was introduced in 1982 by the International Dance Council, a UNESCO partner NGO, and is celebrated around the world on April 29 every year. To learn more, click here.