MOVEMENT,
ARTISTRY & CULTURE
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OJAI WORLD DANCE FESTIVAL 2026
A COMMUNITY CELEBRATION OF
SATURDAY, MAY 9
10am-5pm FREE Day Program @ LIBBEY PARK
7:30pm-9pm Ticketed Evening Showcase @ LIBBEY BOWL
BUY EVENING SHOWCASE TICKETS HERE >
Celebrate Movement, Elevate Artistry, Appreciate Culture
Celebrate the richness of culture, music, and dance in the heart of Ojai, California!
Join us for a vibrant, free daytime festival at the historic Libbey Park, where you’ll enjoy an exciting lineup of multi-cultural dance performances, world music, and a variety of talented vendors. Browse handcrafted gifts from skilled artisans, savor delicious ethnic cuisine, and immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere. Don’t miss the chance to dance along to the rhythms or participate in fun activities for the whole family—there's something for everyone!
As the sun sets, the evening transforms with our ticketed professional showcase at the Libbey Bowl—an outdoor amphitheater nestled under the oaks. Prepare to be amazed by vibrant dance performances from some of Southern California’s most dedicated artists.
This festival celebrates the power of the performing arts to bring us together and honor our world traditions. Join us as we support local dance organizations and elevate our shared cultural heritage.
DAY PROGRAM
10am - 5pm at Libbey Park
The day program will offer a lively and diverse lineup of dance performances and workshops, showcasing traditions from around the world and featuring performers of all skill levels. Enjoy live music and take part in the fun with an open dance floor where you can join in the celebration! You’ll also find an exciting variety of multi-cultural vendors, artisans and food!
FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Day Program Artists
at Libbey Park 11am-5pm
Ritual Azteca - Movewell Kids Dance - Love Tribe West African Dance - Carapace Dance Center - Arti Malyala - Revolution Dance - Rika Traxler - Tanvi Hosabettu - Ballet Folklorico de Ventura - Flamenco 805 - Mohanraj K - Hālau Hula O Pualanina`auali`ioha - Natyadwani Institute of Arts - Alma de Mexico - Firedance 805 - Enjoy Movement Dance Company & MacTappers - Encore Dance Studio - Ballo Zingari - Tempo Dance - Timo Nunez Arte Flamenco - Kelly Carrol Jazz Troupe - Dance Ojai Community Bollywood Troupe - The Sahala Dancers - Phoenix Family Performing Arts / PFPA - Ua Noe - Cris! & BellyDance Land Team - Yolie’s Dancers - Naadabhoomi Dance Academy - World Dance for Humanity - Undeclared Minis
Evening Showcase Artists
at Libbey Bowl 7:30pm-9pm
We are joined by many of southern California's dedicated and celebrated dance troupes. These artists are committed to their art and dance traditions and we are honored to celebrate these artists and their important cultural contributions to our communities.
The Festival Vendors
aCutee - Ancient Zen Remedies - Amanda Lockrow - Annalite Paints - Bam Bu - Be Bindaas - Blue Boheme - Bohemian Bowls - Cindy Style Jewelry - Christie’s Bowtique - Eco Shumaker - Firestick Pottery - Golden Bee Candles - Indulgia Food Truck - Jireh Online - Kahlschlag Literatur - Knot Natural Creations - Lavender Lane - Love & Snow Haircare - Luvbee Links - Martin Sosa Design - Matt’s Coffee Express - Mud Lotus - Ojai Eden Jewelry - Ojai Story Telling Festival - Ojai Thai Dai - Papillion Pottery - Ragan Thompson - Sunny’s Gift - Tacos El Pariente - Tarot By Ariel - Temascali 33 - The Vriddhi Foundation, The Whole 9, West Coast Kimono, Willo, 805 Body Art
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SUPPORT THE ARTS
If you'd like to contribute to multiple local performing artists, troupes, and dance organizations we invite you to become a sponsor or make a tax-deductible donation below. Without the aid of our community, we would not be able to further develop our dance traditions and pass the joy and passion of dance from generation to generation. If you'd like to support this production further, we invite you to explore these options below. Thank you!
"Dance, like music, knows no geographical boundaries, no linguistic barriers and no racial divisions. All walls crumble where art is concerned. It is a great unifying and integrating force." - Vempati Chinna Satyam
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