The Children’s International Folk Dance Festival typically showcases thousands of children from across Indiana in grades three through eight performing international folk dances. Since 1971, these students have learned the dances from music, P.E., and/or grade-level teachers throughout the academic year in preparation for the festival. The dances come from the Kentucky Dance Institute, a summer dance festival showcasing international dances.

Registration will open later this fall for 2027.

Scroll down to the view the School Registration Form and Student Roster Form.

Dates:  TBD - April / May

Cost: $35 per school with the option to purchase t-shirt / snack packs for $12 per student

Student Arrival Time: 1:00pm

Time: 2:00-4:30pm

Locations: 

Folk Dance Festival FAQ

2026 List of Dances

Registration is not yet open for 2027.  The registration deadline is March 31, 2027 (Including the Student Roster form).

Registration Form: Register your school first, then look for an email from the Folk Dance Festival Chair which will include the Folk Dance Festival documents and dances.

Student Roster Form: After you have registered your school using the Registration Form button above, you will need to register your individual students by clicking on the Student Roster Form button below.  Your school will not be listed in the dropdown list on the form below until you have registered your school.  This form must be completed by March 31, 2027.

Tickets (not yet available for purchase for 2027): 

• $5 for adults
• $3 for non-participating children
• Children 5 and under are free 

Contact

For any questions or concerns, contact Folk Dance Festival Co-Chairs:

Fortville: Damon Clevenger ([email protected])

Greenwood: Paige Rauschuber ([email protected])