01/26/2026
Who is coming to Dance New Jersey Fest???
I'LL BE THERE!!!! DJing the tunes!!!!!
DNJFest '26
Sat, Feb 7th, 2026
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM EST
Rutgers University, Mason Gross School of the Arts
New Brunswick, NJ
Event Details
DNJFest β26: Moved by Culture
Join us for a vibrant, high-energy day of social dance, rhythm, and community connection! DNJ Fest brings together diverse styles rooted in tradition, culture, and joy. From the streets of Newark to the rhythms of Havana and Santo Domingo, this event celebrates the unifying power of movement. Back by popular demand, First Look Auditions will offer students and pre-professionals a chance to shine in front of top dance programs and companies from the NYC-Metro area. In 2025, students were awarded summer intensive and college scholarships ranging from $750 - $60,000!
Participants will choose two morning workshops:
π BACHATA with Yoaldri Messina
π CUBAN RUEDA with Flaco
π JERSEY CLUB with Wizdom
π FIRST-LOOK AUDITION with Kristine Covillo
The day will culminate with all participating in a SOUL LINE DANCE JAM with Najah Riker! π
Attendees will receive their schedule for the day via email from DNJ within the week leading up to the event. DNJ professional and organization members receive discounted admission for this event! To join DNJ or renew your membership, visit: www.dancenewjersey.org/join-our-community. Contact [email protected] with any questions regarding membership.
In an effort to eliminate barriers for participation at DNJFest, Dance New Jersey can offer need-based scholarships to students. These scholarships encompass the entire festival expenses, including lunch. To inquire about a scholarship, please reach out to Executive Director, Sarah Weber Gallo, at [email protected].