Montclair Dance Festival Returns with 4 free hours of Dance in Downtown Montclair

More Than 35 Dance Companies, Schools and Independent Artists to Perform at Wellmont Arts Plaza

MONTCLAIR, NJ — The Montclair Dance Festival returns Sunday, September 27, transforming the Wellmont Arts Plaza into an outdoor celebration of dance, artistry and community. Produced by Freespace Dance, the free, four-hour festival brings together more than 35 professional dance companies, emerging artists, schools and independent performers representing the extraordinary diversity of dance across New Jersey.

From 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, audiences will experience a dynamic lineup spanning modern, tap, jazz, ballet and contemporary dance, cultural dance traditions, youth ensembles, and independent choreographers. The festival offers something for everyone while creating a shared space where artists and audiences can connect through the power of movement.

At its heart, the Montclair Dance Festival is about making dance accessible to everyone. By bringing professional dance into one of Montclair’s most vibrant public spaces, Freespace Dance invites longtime dance enthusiasts, families, students, visitors, and community members to experience live performance—whether they arrive specifically for the festival or simply happen upon it while enjoying downtown Montclair.

“We believe dance belongs in the community and that everyone should have the opportunity to experience it, ” said Donna Scro Samori, Artistic Director, Freespace Dance. “The festival brings together an incredible range of artists and dancers and gives audiences the chance to discover something new, celebrate the artists in our community, and experience the joy of live dance together.”

Festival Details Montclair Dance Festival

Sunday, September 27, 2026

10:00 AM–2:00 PM

Wellmont Arts Plaza

5 Seymour Street, Montclair, NJ

General Admission: Free

VIP Seating: $25, limited availabilityThe Montclair Dance Festival is a celebration of artists, audiences and community—four hours of dance, outdoors and accessible to all.

For more information about the festival, participating artists and the full performance schedule visit www.montclairdancefestival.com