One Dance Festival is Bulgaria’s leading international contemporary dance and performance festival, staged annually in Plovdiv with a bold program of premieres and acclaimed productions from Bulgarian and international choreographers, alongside talks, workshops, and special events that turn the city into a meeting point for today’s dance scene. Formerly known as ONE DANCE WEEK (and earlier Sofia Dance Week), it has grown since 2008 into one of the Balkans’ key platforms for innovative movement and cross-genre performance, combining artistic ambition with an accessible, citywide festival atmosphere.
Start with a quick trip form. Weekend in Plovdiv or a Bulgaria route—we’ll plan headline dance performances, smart tickets & timing, easy venue hops around Kapana/Old Town, and a walkable stay near the stages.
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DATES & TIMES
• Festival window (2026): May–June 2026. Official info · Program 2026.
• Performance times vary by production and venue—refer to the official program listings as they are released. Program.
LOCATION
• Plovdiv, Bulgaria. Open in Google Maps.
• Key venue (frequent host): City House of Culture “Boris Hristov” — 15 Gladstone St., 4000 Plovdiv. Venue details · Map.
• Additional venues appear across the city (e.g., Plovdiv Drama Theatre, Military Club) depending on the program. Program venues.
TICKETS & ENTRY
• Ticketing (official): EasyPay box offices nationwide (Bulgaria) and online via EpayGo. Ticket info · EpayGo.
• Some program items may be listed as Free Access (e.g., open-air events); confirm per listing. Program.
• Festival Pass 2026 details (limited pass covering the 2026 performance program): Festival pass info.
GOOD TO KNOW
• The festival is citywide across multiple venues—plan transit time between locations. Program.
• For official updates and announcements (program releases, ticketing notes), refer to the festival news feed. News.
Tell us your dates, who’s coming, and what else you’d like to see. We’ll suggest a Bulgaria route that includes the One Dance Festival at the right moment, with realistic travel days and comfortable home bases.
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