The Pōneke Festival of Contemporary Dance celebrates contemporary dance in the capital.
For one week this July, we’re bringing together the freshest artists from across Aotearoa and beyond to heat things up and push the boundaries. Expect performance seasons, artists in residence, free events, parties, debates, and good vibes.
The Pōneke Festival of Contemporary Dance is here to ensure a vibrant future for Pōneke's dance scene, fostering a passionate community around this captivating art form.
See the full festival programme for the event line up and tickets!
The festival is a joint initiative curated by Footnote New Zealand Dance and presented with The Hannah Playhouse and Toi Aro, supported by Wellington City Council.
We acknowledge and thank the team at Te Auaha for establishing the Pōneke Festival of Contemporary Dance alongside Footnote in 2024. Without them the festival would not be what it is today.
2026 Festival
29 June - 5 July
The Hannah Playhouse | Footnote Dance Studios | Toi Aro
New to this year’s Pōneke Festival of Contemporary Dance: introducing the Dance on Screen Film Competition!
Grab a team, grab a camera, and get moving. We want to see you explore the art of dance through the lens and on the big screen. Whether you’re lo-fi or tech savvy, this film competition welcomes you (as long as there’s dance!)
