XXVI Movement Arts Festival. Danza Xixón 2026

Danza Xixón celebrates its 26th edition with more than 50 activities and the participation of 27 companies and artists. Throughout the month of October, Gijón/Xixón becomes a meeting point centered around dance and movement arts, featuring performances, workshops, laboratories, gatherings, screenings, and proposals aimed at audiences of all ages.

The program brings together different contemporary styles and languages, featuring names such as Ana Morales, Lorena Nogal, Janet Novás, and La Intrusa, all recipients of the National Dance Award. There will also be proposals for family audiences and early childhood, street activities, and performances aimed at educational centers.

Festival structure

The festival is structured into five major blocks:

• Performances: Shows at Centro de Cultura Antiguo Instituto, Teatro Jovellanos, and other venues around the city.
• Laboratories and workshops: Educational experiences with participating artists.
• Extended Dance: Gatherings, screenings, and installations.
• Tracing Connections: Activities outside of conventional stages.
• La Danzatería: A meeting space for artists and the public.

Tickets

• General admission (Antiguo Instituto): 3 euros
• Under 31 years of age: 1.50 euros (box office only)
• Advance tickets can be purchased through the Cultura Gijón ticket sales platform.

Check out the full program at the following link