Participate!

The Tanztriennale kicks-off with a City Parade! Dance and music groups are invited to join the parade to celebrate the diversity and power of dance to bring people together.

Deadline for submissions: April 24, 2026

Dance is part of everyday life. Iin studios and sports halls, in clubs, schoolyards, parks and backyards, at neighbourhood and family festivals, and across digital spaces and social media. Dance connects, celebrates, resists, empowers.

The first Tanztriennale in Hamburg opens with a City Parade dedicated to dance and to the people of this city. We are inviting dance and music groups to create shared moments of choreography, rhythm and movement along the route. The parade brings together different dance cultures, music, generations and communities - setting our motto “Brave Moves. Courageous Joy.” into motion.

When: Sunday, June 14, 2026, 14.00 h
Start: Museum der Arbeit, End: Stadtpark Hamburg
We are looking for: Dance groups of around 20 to 50 participants and music groups of all styles and sizes

Associations, self-organised communities, ensembles and companies are welcome - across all styles, from Hip-Hop and Ballet to Folk Dance, Contemporary, Breaking, Capoeira, Tango, Voguing, Salsa, Samba, Dabke or Fusion. Anything that can move joyfully through the city is welcome.

We are also looking for musicians and bands of any style who can carry the rhythm and shape the sound of the parade.

Detailed information about the Open Call
FAQ
Online application form

The Tanztriennale creates spaces where dance can be shared, experienced, and explored throughout the city. Everyone who loves to dance is invited to join the City Parade or take part in our participatory performance projects.

Open calls for the participatory projects by Chiara Frigo and Julien Carlier, and opportunities to volunteer at the Tanztriennale will be published soon. To receive announcements in good time, subscribe to our newsletter or check back here for updates.