Xinjiang to Host 7th International Dance Festival Featuring Global Performers

Report by “Safarti Tarjuman” International News Desk

URUMQI —The 7th China Xinjiang International Dance Festival is scheduled to kick off on July 20 in Urumqi, the capital of China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, and will continue until August 5, according to organizers at a press conference on Wednesday.

Jointly organized by China’s Ministry of Culture and Tourism, the State Council Information Office, and the Xinjiang regional government, the festival will feature 52 performances by 24 art troupes from China and abroad.

In addition to the main stage in Urumqi, six branch venues in Ili, Hotan, Aksu, Karamay, Hami, and Alaer will also host performances, reflecting the event’s growing scale and outreach.

According to Yu Jie, deputy director of the regional culture and tourism department, renowned art groups from eight countries — including Kazakhstan, Cambodia, the United States, and Italy — will showcase a diverse range of performances such as dance dramas, ethnic operas, musicals, ballet, and modern dance.

Since its launch in 2008, the Xinjiang International Dance Festival has established itself as China’s first large-scale international festival dedicated to dance. Over its previous six editions, it has hosted 138 art groups from more than 70 countries and regions, presenting over 200 performances and acting as a dynamic platform for cultural exchange under the Belt and Road Initiative.

This year’s festival coincides with the 70th anniversary of the founding of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, adding to its cultural significance.

Yu noted that artists will also hold mini-performances at popular tourist sites and city landmarks to engage a broader audience. In addition, special discounts and promotional offers will be available throughout the festival, covering accommodation, dining, transportation, tourism, shopping, and entertainment, aimed at enhancing the experience for both visitors and locals.

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