Vienna International Dance Festival
9.7.–9.8.2026

Founded in 1984, ImPulsTanz – Vienna International Dance Festival has over the years evolved into the largest festival for contemporary dance and performance in the world. Every summer it presents a uniquely diverse programme of performances, workshops, research projects and musical acts.

 

NEWS

New names, world premieres and rediscoveries

We are excited to reveal new programme highlights for 2026! In addition to Anne Teresa De Keersmaeker, Louise Lecavalier, Katerina Andreou and Boris Charmatz, Leïla Ka, Phia Ménard, Eun-Me Ahn and Christos Papadopoulos will also be appearing for the first time, as will TAO Dance Theater with a world premiere. In addition to performances on Vienna's most important stages, there will once again be dancing – in workshops and research projects at the Arsenal, in the open air at Public Moves, at ImPulsTanz Soçial and at the popular parties in the Arkadenhof of Vienna City Hall.

Bookings for workshops and research projects will open on 15 April 2026. Selected productions will go on advance sale on 6 May 2026, with tickets for all other performances available from 10 June 2026.

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ImPulsTanz goes Italy again: Country Retreats 2026

In 2026, the ImPulsTanz Country Retreats enter their fourth edition in the breathtaking region of Umbria. From May to October, weekly workshops will be held at the picturesque Tenuta di Poggiolame in collaboration with Artis Umbria, led by nine internationally renowned artists. Each retreat will feature two instructors offering both a joint workshop (Shared Moments) and individual sessions. This year’s line-up includes Oliver Klebert & Dagmar Kasper, Kerstin Kussmaul & Fabiana Pastorini, Claire Cunningham & José Agudo, Michaela Kratky & Melanie Maar as well as Carl Ferri.

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FESTIVAL PROGRAMME

The ImPulsTanz programme is divided into four complementary pillars, which together represent the entire spectrum of contemporary dance.

Five people stand and sit in tall grass in a misty, blue-lit woodland scene. Beams of light cut through the leaves, with some figures shown as silhouettes.

Performances

International productions, world premieres and Austrian premieres by newcomers and icons of the dance world are staged in Vienna‘s major theatres, museums and studios.

A group dance on a stage, with a man in black at the centre moving forward with arms outstretched. Many participants behind him mirror the arm position in varied outfits against a dark background.

Workshops & Research

In hundreds of classes, renowned teaching Artists share their knowledge and invite professionals and beginners alike to engage in in-depth practice and research.

A large group of people dance on a bright yellow surface in a city square with arms raised. Historic light-coloured buildings with a dome line the background, with dancers spread across the square.

Public Moves

Free outdoor classes bring dance into public spaces and make moving accessible to everyone.

A curly-haired performer sings into a microphone on a stage lit with red light and haze. A tightly packed crowd surrounds the stage, with a guitar neck visible at the right edge.

Soçial

Evening music programmes and legendary party nights create a space for exchange and networking between artists and audiences.

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