Aerial Dance Festival 2026

Join us in the foothills of the beautiful Colorado Rocky Mountains for an unforgettable aerial dance experience!

Aerial Dance Festival 2026
ELEVATE
Skill. Artistry. Connection.

July 26 – August 7, 2026
Boulder, Colorado

Learn More + Register:
frequentflyers.org/aerial-dance-festival/

Two weeks of Immersions, Classes, Workshops, Performances, Networking with aerialists from across the country, and more. Join for one week or two!

July 26: Welcome Reception & Party
July 27: Intimate Encounters
July 27-31: Week A Immersions & Classes
July 31-August 2: Showcase Performance
August 3-7: Week B Immersions & Classes

We are thrilled to announce the Faculty Artists of ADF 2026!

Michelle Bernier - Screen Dance for Aerial Artists
Jenn Bruyer - Fabric, Sling
Cosmo Dudley - Handstands, Straps
Issac Endo - ActLab, Acro Danse, Choreographic Games
Danielle Hendricks - Bungee Dance, Peg Stilts
Valerie Morris - Rope & Harness, Peg Stilts
Niff Nicholls - Trapeze
Ariana Papousek - Lyra, Sling
Sofia Rodriguez - Lyra
Nancy Smith - Invented Apparatus, Low-Low Flying Trapeze
Anastasia Timina - Rope
Artoor Voskanian - Aerial Hoop

ADF 2026 Immersion & Class Information:
frequentflyers.org/adf-classes-workshops/

What students are saying about the Festival:

“ADF always brings me so much joy! Love the teachers, conversations, and community!.”

“I love that there is always such a supportive and encompassing environment. No matter your level, all are accepted.”

“I really enjoyed my time at ADF and have tons of material to incorporate into my practice. I’m going home a much more well-rounded artist.”

“Always love the places my heart goes at ADF.”

“I loved getting the opportunity to network and meet people from all over the country and hear their experiences.”

Cover Photo: Niff Nicholls by Yinet Gomez Photography