Applications are now open for The Junction Dance Festival’s 5th anniversary festival, running July 12–19, 2026.

We are currently accepting applications from northeastern US dance artists age 18+ for performance work, finished pieces, works-in-progress, and workshop proposals. Workshop programming will be primarily scheduled for July 17 and 18.

As part of our commitment to inclusion, two artist slots will be reserved for BIPOC and/or LGBTQ+ choreographers/dancers.

Selected artist support:

Performance stipend: $300
Workshop stipend: $200

Apply through thejunctiondancefestival.org/event/2026-festival/

Application deadline: May 20, 2026