The countdown is almost over! We’re delighted to announce that the Ipswich Dance Festival timetables are now available to view. With dancers travelling from across the UK and beyond, we’re looking forward to welcoming everyone to the magnificent Royal Hospital School for a fantastic weekend of Ballroom and Latin dancing. Please note that all timings are intended as a guide and may be adjusted during the event depending on how the competition progresses. We recommend checking the timetable...

We know many of you are starting to plan your weekend, so we’ve put together a provisional guide showing the order of sections for each day of the Ipswich Dance Festival. Please note: • This is not a timetable. • We are still accepting entries until Saturday, so numbers are continuing to change. • Sections may be moved or adjusted once entries have closed. At this stage, it’s simply intended to give our valued competitors, teachers and spectators a general idea of how each day is likely to...

Hi everyone, The Ipswich Dance Festival 2026 is a weekend designed around dancers and their families, set within the stunning Royal Hospital School in Suffolk. With red carpet arrivals, a spectacular Grand Hall and a friendly festival atmosphere, Ipswich offers something truly special for dancers and families. Across the weekend, we have events for Solo dancers, Couples, Teacher–Student, Pro-Am, National League, Additional Needs and, new for 2026, Solo Formation. From Beginner and Starter...