‘Sri Lanka Dance Festival 2025’: Celebrating the universal language of movement
View(s):By Sanath Weerasuriya
Organised in partnership with Sri Lanka Tourism, this first-of-its-kind international dance festival sets out to brand Sri Lanka as Asia’s new destination for dance tourism. Featuring 75 international artistes, DJs and influencers and more than 500 dancers from around the world, the three-day celebration will blend over 12 dance genres from Latin and contemporary to modern, swing and hip hop, folk and tango into a spectacular showcase of energy, artistry and culture.
Following the main event, a three day curated travel adventure from November 3rd to 5th will invite participants to experience Sri Lanka’s beaches, heritage sites, safaris and surf destinations, blending movement, exploration and culture into one immersive journey.
‘Paraíso SBKZ’ highlights Sri Lanka’s unique identity as an island of rhythm and culture, where dance, travel and hospitality unite to create a world-class experience for both local and international guests.
Adding a local heartbeat to the global celebration, the festival will also spotlight homegrown talent through the National Dance Competition, which will bring together 100 dance schools from across Sri Lanka under the Sri Lanka Dance Challenge 2025. The initiative forms a key part of the festival’s mission to uplift and empower local artistes, bridging Sri Lanka’s cultural heritage with the rhythm of the world stage.
The finalists will share the grand stage with international champions, while the top three winning teams will each receive Rs. 50,000/- in cash prizes and full festival access, providing young Sri Lankan dancers a platform for global recognition and exposure.
The ‘Sri Lanka Dance Festival 2025- Paraíso SBKZ’ promises an exciting line-up of attractions, featuring over 75 international artistes and DJs and world-class dancers from more than 12 countries. Over 50 hours of workshops will take place across three grand ballrooms, alongside live concerts, music boot camps and a range of travel adventures that invite visitors to experience Sri Lanka’s safaris, surf spots, and heritage trails.
Adding a local touch, the festival will also host National Dance Competitions and community showcases, celebrating the rich and diverse talent of Sri Lankan performers.
‘The Sri Lanka Dance Festival is more than a festival, it’s a movement. It’s about building bridges between cultures, celebrating diversity through dance, and showcasing the beauty and warmth of Sri Lanka to the world’ said Gayathrie Soysa, from the Sri Lanka Dance Festival Organising Committee.
‘With the support of Sri Lanka Tourism and our international partners, we are proud to introduce Sri Lanka as Asia’s next cultural and dance destination, a place where art, travel and community come together’ she added.
The festival’s international line-up features some of the most celebrated names in the global dance scene, including Oliver Pineda, Akram and Sara, Carlos and Karla, Diego and Sofi, Nikita and Natalia, Thari Aponso, Anette and Kenny, Komal and Anuj, Afsar and Visheshta with DJ Mr Energy Na Casa, DJ Joey Love and Allan Deve along with representing Sri Lanka’s own talent. Together, they will bring an exhilarating mix of styles and energy to the stage, setting the tone for a truly world-class celebration of dance and culture.
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