Where Dancers
Find Their Stage
Celebrating 34 years of bringing together dancers, families, and communities from across Victoria. The West Gippsland Dance Festival is one of regional Victoria's most loved performing arts events.
2026 Festival entries are opening soon. Register your interest →
OUR STORY
34 Years of Celebrating Young Talent in Regional Victoria
Founded in 1991, WGDF started with a simple belief: regional kids deserve the same opportunities to perform and grow as anyone else. What began as a small community event has become one of West Gippsland's most loved annual traditions.
We're proudly not-for-profit, run by a passionate volunteer committee who love this festival just as much as the kids who compete in it.
A Stage for Every Dancer
All styles, all skill levels, all welcome.
Community First
This festival exists because of the people who show up for it every year.
Rooted in Regional VIC
Proudly supporting young performers in West Gippsland since 1991.
Not-for-Profit
Every dollar goes back into making the festival better for our community.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
Everything You Need to know
Held every year during the September school holidays at the West Gippsland Arts Centre in Warragul.
When
September school holidays, annually. Dates for the 2026 festival will be announced shortly.
Where
West Gippsland Arts Centre, Warragul, Victoria. A world-class regional performing arts venue.
Who Can Enter
Open to all young dancers from schools and studios across Victoria. All styles and skill levels welcome.
PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY OUR SPONSORS
Drouin & District
Arts Centre
Shire Council
Warragul
Be Part of the 2026 Festival
Whether you're a dancer, a studio, a sponsor, or someone who just loves dance, there's a place for you at WGDF.