18th - 20th sept, 2026
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Our 2026 Sponsors
We are incredibly grateful to the amazing sponsors who support the Australian Dance Festival and help us bring our vision to life.
Your support plays a vital role in creating an unforgettable festival experience for dancers, teachers, families and the wider Australian dance community. From providing opportunities for dancers to learn from some of the best in the industry, to supporting our events, workshops and experiences across the weekend, our sponsors help us continue to grow and deliver a festival that celebrates everything we love about dance.
We are proud to have you alongside us for ADF 2026.
Meet the incredible brands and organisations supporting
Australian Dance Festival this year.
DanceSurance — Principal Sponsor
We are so unbelievably grateful to DanceSurance for their incredible support as the Principal Sponsor of Australian Dance Festival 2026 and the proud sponsor of Australia’s Next Choreographer.
Our relationship with DanceSurance means so much to us. Their ongoing commitment to ADF, and more importantly to the wider Australian dance community, has helped us continue to create opportunities, celebrate emerging talent and bring our industry together.
DanceSurance is uniquely positioned as one of Australia’s leading specialists in Dance & Performing Arts Insurance, with an experienced team passionate about providing dancers, teachers, studios and performing arts professionals with quality cover, competitive premiums and exceptional service.
We are incredibly proud to have DanceSurance by our side and thank them for continuing to believe in what we are building at ADF.
Thank you, DanceSurance, for your ongoing support of Australian dance.
Royal Caribbean
We feel truly honoured to have Royal Caribbean as the exclusive cruise line partner of Australian Dance Festival.
We have built a long-standing and incredibly special relationship with Royal Caribbean, and it’s one that continues to grow stronger every year. Their commitment to creating extraordinary experiences aligns so beautifully with what we strive to deliver at ADF — inspiring people to dream bigger, experience more and embrace new opportunities.
Since launching in 1969, Royal Caribbean has continued to redefine what a holiday at sea can be, creating innovative ships packed with incredible entertainment, world-class dining, unforgettable experiences and adventure at every turn.
We are so grateful to have Royal Caribbean as part of the ADF family and for their continued support of our dance community.
Make sure you visit the Royal Caribbean Hall of Legends during the festival and discover where your next adventure could take you!
Thank you, Royal Caribbean, for being part of ADF 2026.
Studio 7 Dancewear
The relationship between Studio 7 Dancewear and Australian Dance Festival continues to grow stronger every year, and we feel truly blessed to have built such a wonderful connection with an organisation that shares our passion for supporting the Australian dance community.
In 2026, we’re thrilled to be taking that partnership to another level, with Studio 7 Dancewear proudly supporting Australia’s Best Dance Crew, ShowCourt, the Minis, and our Teachers VIP Lounge.
For more than 17 years, Studio 7 Dancewear has been a much-loved name within the dance community. As a proudly family-owned Australian brand, they have built their reputation through a genuine passion for dancers and the studios, families and stockists who support them.
From the studio to the stage, Studio 7 understands what makes the dance journey so special — and we couldn’t be happier to have them playing such an important role at ADF 2026.
Thank you, Studio 7, for your incredible ongoing support of Australian dance. We are so excited to continue growing together! ✨
Dance Around the World
Our relationship with Dance Around the World has been such a strong and valued partnership over the years, and we’re absolutely delighted to welcome them back to ADF 2026 as the proud sponsor of the Dance Around the World Competition. 🌎
At ADF, we’re incredibly proud of the partnerships we build, and our relationship with Dance Around the World is one we value deeply. We’re also proud to offer exclusivity within the dance tour category, choosing to partner with one trusted tour company whose values, professionalism and commitment to the dance community align so closely with our own.
For us, it’s about building genuine, long-term relationships rather than simply having a logo on a page — and Dance Around the World has been an incredible partner to us and to dancers across Australia.
With more than 25 years of experience, Dance Around the World specialises in performing arts group travel, with more than 30,000 students, teachers and families having travelled with them to destinations across the USA, Asia, Europe and the South Pacific.
Their tours go far beyond simply travelling, creating opportunities for dancers to experience professional workshops, performances, competitions and educational experiences at iconic studios and venues around the world. Their experienced team takes care of everything from itinerary planning and family information sessions to travel arrangements, workshop and competition registrations, auditions and pre-departure support.
And with a dedicated Tour Director travelling exclusively with each group, dancers, teachers and families can enjoy the experience knowing they have an experienced team supporting them every step of the way.
We’re so grateful to have Dance Around the World back with us for another year and can’t wait to see what’s in store!
Thank you for your continued loyalty, support and belief in the ADF community. We’re incredibly proud to have you as our exclusive dance tour partner. 🌎✨
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We are so excited to have Block on board as a sponsor of Courts 4 & 5 at ADF 2026!
We’re incredibly grateful to have their support and to welcome them as part of the ADF family this year. Their partnership helps us continue creating an incredible festival experience for dancers and our wider community.
Founded in Sydney in 1932, Bloch has spent over 90 years inspiring dancers through exceptional craftsmanship and innovation. Born from ballet. Built for every move. What began as a promise to create the world's most comfortable dance shoes has grown into an internationally recognised brand trusted by dancers of every genre, age and ability. From handcrafted pointe shoes to technical dancewear, activewear and footwear, every product is designed in collaboration with dancers to deliver uncompromising comfort, performance and quality. Worn by artists throughout the world's leading dance companies, Bloch remains committed to empowering the global dance community through every step, leap and performance
Empowerdance
We are so happy to have Empowerdance on board as the proud sponsor of our Resonate program at ADF 2026!
We have built such an amazing long-term relationship with Empowerdance, and we’re incredibly grateful for their continued support of ADF and the wider Australian dance community.
As Australia’s leading Registered Training Organisation for dance and movement qualifications, Empowerdance is passionate about helping dancers turn their love of dance into meaningful opportunities and successful careers.
Through their range of nationally recognised qualifications, Empowerdance offers training across dance, teacher training, musical theatre, dance-specific first aid, leadership and management, giving dancers and teachers the knowledge and skills to take their next steps within the industry and beyond.
Their Partnership Program also provides studios and schools with flexible options to deliver training programs through their ELEVATE or AMPLIFY pathways, creating opportunities for dancers to gain valuable qualifications alongside their dance training.
We are incredibly proud to have Empowerdance supporting Resonate this year and continuing to invest in the growth, education and future of our dance community.
Thank you, Empowerdance, for your ongoing support and for helping us empower the next generation of dancers!