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Performers in the main programme

Our main international programme is put together by the festival’s artistic director Kenneth Kvarnström.


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Kuopio Dance Festival events at the Kuopio Market Square are the most memorable moments of the summer for many festival-goers. These events are free to the public and attract thousands of spectators every year.

Applying: January 17th to April 18th.
Programme will be released in May.

© Vicente Serra

Carnival parade

The carnival parade brings color, southern European carnival spirit and the thrill of dance to the city’s streetscape. The parade is a playful competition where the best groups are awarded.

© Ulla-Mari Lindström

Dance Schools On Stage at Kuopio Dance Festival

Application has ended.

© JP Korpi-Vartiainen