MOVEMENT,
ARTISTRY & CULTURE
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OJAI WORLD DANCE FESTIVAL 2025
A COMMUNITY CELEBRATION OF
SATURDAY, MAY 3
10am-5pm Day Program @ LIBBEY PARK
7:30pm-9pm Evening Showcase @ LIBBEY BOWL
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Celebrate Movement, Elevate Artistry, Appreciate Culture
Celebrate the richness of culture, music, and dance in the heart of Ojai, California!
Join us for a vibrant, free daytime festival at the historic Libbey Park, where you’ll enjoy an exciting lineup of multi-cultural dance performances, world music, and a variety of talented vendors. Browse handcrafted gifts from skilled artisans, savor delicious ethnic cuisine, and immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere. Don’t miss the chance to dance along to the rhythms or participate in fun activities for the whole family—there's something for everyone!
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As the sun sets, the evening transforms with our ticketed professional showcase at the Libbey Bowl—an outdoor amphitheater nestled under the oaks. Prepare to be amazed by vibrant dance performances from some of Southern California’s most dedicated artists.
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This festival celebrates the power of the performing arts to bring us together and honor our world traditions. Join us as we support local dance organizations and elevate our shared cultural heritage.
DAY PROGRAM
10am - 5pm at Libbey Park
The day program will offer a lively and diverse lineup of dance performances and workshops, showcasing traditions from around the world and featuring performers of all skill levels. Enjoy live music and take part in the fun with an open dance floor where you can join in the celebration! You’ll also find an exciting variety of multi-cultural vendors, artisans and food!
FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
The Festival Artists
Day Stage in Libbey Park 11am-5pm
Movewell Kids Dance - Tempo Dance - Carapace Dance Center - Flamenco 805 - Ballet Folklorico de Ventura - Sona Lewis Kathak Dance - Alexandra King Ensemble - Bolly Pop - Revolution Dance - Rika Traxler Tahitian Dance - Firedance 805 Irish Dance - Deepa Dawson Bharatanatyam Dance - Kelly Carrol Jazz Troupe - Te Puo Ha'ari Nui - Dance Ojai Bellydance Troupe - Kendra Alyse Bollenbach - Dance Ojai Community Bollywood Troupe - Kim Hoj's Vintage Jazz - Dimple Kaur Bharatanatyam Dance - Love Tribe West African Dance - A Mi Manera Dance Company - UCSB Agni Dance Company - Cris! & BellyDance Land Team - Divinas Dance Company - PPMA Dance Ensemble - Ojai Skate Club - Alejandro y Julieta - Alias Dance - World Dance for Humanity - Dance Ojai Salsa Troupe & LIVE music by Ojai O'Daiko, Dave Cipriani Indian Classical Music Ensemble and Sitarason Cuban Band
Evening Showcase at Libbey Bowl 7:30pm-9pm
Kalpulli Huitzilin Ihuan Xochitl Danza Mexica - Santa Barbara Community College Contemporary Dance Co - The Phoenix Family Performing Art Collaborative - Flamenco Santa Barbara - Emanon from Alias Dance - Dance Ojai Bollywood Company - 805 Firedance Irish Dance - Grupo Folklorico Fusion Mexicana - Hula Anyone - Me Sabor Dance Company - Ojai Aerial - SBSH Donettes - Suns Dance Academy - Mandé West African Dance & Music by Souly Dance Arts
The Festival Vendors
AnnaLite Paints - Aprons n Things - Ariel Tarot - Aye Filipinish Delish - Baobab Collective - Be Bindaas - Be Wyld Child - Bloom Bakery Ojai - Bonito Coffee - Carole Perrotta - Cat But Human - Cozy Yarn Creations - Face Painting 805 - Gratitude n Grace - I Am Family Ministries - Indulgia - Isa Jewels - Island Mana Designs - Jireh Online - Lavender Lane - Lelu Makes - Living Grace Apothecary - Luvbee Links - Martha's Jewelry - Metzi-Luna - Mud Lotus - Ojai Thai Dai - Plant Bling - River Sauvageau - Robyn Hand Painted - Rosehip & Bramble - Recyclicious - Semillitas-The Plant Shop - Sue Tienda - Sunflower Spirit - Sunny's Gift - Susan B's Boxes - The Whole 9 - Tierra Gardens - West Coast Kimono - 805 Body Art - Alyse Parfum/ KA Bollenbach Writing - Meiners Oaks Park - Lauren Forbes Fine Art - Sagrada BioSkincare -
Sal y Viento - To Live a Colorful Life
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SUPPORT THE ARTS
If you'd like to contribute to multiple local performing artists, troupes, and dance organizations we invite you to become a sponsor or make a tax-deductible donation below. Without the aid of our community, we would not be able to further develop our dance traditions and pass the joy and passion of dance from generation to generation. If you'd like to support this production further, we invite you to explore these options below. Thank you!
"Dance, like music, knows no geographical boundaries, no linguistic barriers and no racial divisions. All walls crumble where art is concerned. It is a great unifying and integrating force." - Vempati Chinna Satyam
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