Dance events for kids and teens in Montenegro
YoungStage lists dance events for children and teenagers across Montenegro, from stage concerts and talent show finales to multi-day international festivals. Most of the dance listings on this page are held in Budva, where several festivals take place between June and September 2027. Many of these events combine dance with singing, instrumental music and choir, so young dancers can perform alongside other young artists.
Some events are more focused on ballet and staged performance. The Christmas ballet fairy tale in Tivat, presented by LIZA K. Ballet School, is scheduled for December 2026, and the talent show finale in Budva, organized by OŠ "Stefan Mitrov Ljubiša", includes dance among other disciplines. Festivals are organized by groups such as the World Festival Association (WOFA) and Euro Balkan Folk Fest, while folk dance groups such as ANPO Makedonka also run events.
When choosing an event, check the date, location and organizer details on each listing, as schedules can change. Parents and young performers are encouraged to contact the organizers directly for information on participation, age groups and requirements before making plans.
Upcoming events
18 Nov 2026
"Otkriću ti tajnu" Talent Show Finale
The finale of the school talent show "Otkriću ti tajnu" will showcase student singing, instrumental, dance and illustration acts in Budva on 18 November 2026.
26 Dec 2026
Krcko Oraščić Christmas Ballet Fairy Tale
A Christmas ballet performance by the LIZA K. ballet school, staged at the Centar za kulturu in Tivat on 26 December 2026 at 18:00.
4 Jun 2027 – 8 Jun 2027
XXII International Music & Dance Festival "Budva Music Festival" 2027
An international non-competitive music and dance festival in Budva's Old Town from 4 to 8 June 2027, open to folk, choir, dance, orchestra and majorette groups of children, youth and adults.
15 Jun 2027 – 19 Jun 2027
VIII International Budva Folk Fest
International folk festival listed in Budva, Montenegro, from 15 to 19 June 2027.
26 Jun 2027 – 30 Jun 2027
International Folk Dance and Music Festival "ADRIATIC FEST"
An international folk dance and music festival organised by Ansambl Makedonka, with performances in Budva, Petrovac and Canj, Montenegro, in summer 2027.
28 Jun 2027 – 2 Jul 2027
XXXII International Music & Dance Festival "BUDVA CULTURE FEST"
International music and dance festival for children, youth and adult groups in Budva and Kotor, held 28 June – 2 July 2027.
8 Jul 2027 – 12 Jul 2027
XIX International Budva Folk Fest
International folk festival listed in Budva, Montenegro, from 8 to 12 July 2027.
18 Aug 2027 – 22 Aug 2027
XII International Music & Folk - Dance Festival "BUDVA WAVES" 2027
WOFA international folk and modern dance festival in Budva open to children, youth and adult groups, held 18–22 August 2027.
20 Aug 2027 – 25 Aug 2027
XI International Budva Folk Fest
International folk festival listed in Budva, Montenegro, from 20 to 25 August 2027.
20 Aug 2027 – 24 Aug 2027
XXIV International Dance & Music Festival “MONTENEGRO MUSIC FEST”
International dance and music festival in Budva, Montenegro, listed by WOFA for 20–24 August 2027.
26 Aug 2027 – 30 Aug 2027
XXXII International Music & Dance Festival "Budva Festival of Traditions"
A non-competitive international festival for children, youth and adult folk, choir, dance and orchestra groups, held in Budva and Kotor in August 2027.
26 Aug 2027 – 30 Aug 2027
XXXII International Music & Dance Festival “BUDVA FESTIVAL OF TRADITIONS”
International music and dance festival of traditions in Budva, Montenegro, listed by WOFA for 26–30 August 2027.
9 Sept 2027 – 13 Sept 2027
XXVII International Music & Dance festival “JADRANSKO MORE”
International music and dance festival in Budva, Montenegro, listed by WOFA for 9–13 September 2027.
22 Sept 2027 – 26 Sept 2027
XIX International Music & Dance Festival “MOGREN FEST”
International music and dance festival in Budva, Montenegro, listed by WOFA for 22–26 September 2027.
23 Sept 2027 – 28 Sept 2027
X International Budva Folk Fest
International folk festival listed in Budva, Montenegro, from 23 to 28 September 2027.
6 Oct 2027 – 10 Oct 2027
X International Budva Folk Fest (October edition)
International folk festival listed in Budva, Montenegro, from 6 to 10 October 2027.
7 Oct 2027 – 11 Oct 2027
XII International Budva Folk Fest
International folk festival listed in Budva, Montenegro, from 7 to 11 October 2027.
















