Move 2026 Dance Festival Expands Across Canary Islands for Sixth Edition
The sixth edition of the Move 2026 International Dance and Movement Arts Festival will expand across the Canary Islands from June 10 to 20, bringing contemporary performances into public urban spaces to foster greater cultural accessibility.
The Move 2026 International Dance and Movement Arts Festival is returning for its sixth year with an ambitious plan to expand across the Canary Islands. From June 10 to 20, the festival will host performances in Tenerife, La Gomera, El Hierro, and Lanzarote, aiming to bring contemporary dance directly into the islands' urban spaces.
Supported by the Government of the Canary Islands and the Cabildo of Tenerife, the festival focuses on breaking down the barriers between performers and audiences. By using public spaces as stages, the event aims to make culture more accessible while reflecting a growing European trend of integrating art into the social and architectural landscape.
A highlight of this year’s program is the work of Colombian creator Franklin Dávalos. His piece, Te regalo eternidad—part of his Trilogía de la virtud—will be performed on June 12 in San Sebastián de La Gomera and June 13 in Buenavista, Tenerife. The work explores themes of memory and mortality, showcasing Dávalos’s growth as an artist since moving to Madrid. For Dávalos, festivals like this are essential for supporting independent artists who work outside of mainstream commercial circuits.
The festival’s diverse lineup balances established artists with emerging talent. It kicks off in El Hierro with Carmen Fumero’s Las Idas and features a wide variety of performances, including dance films, educational workshops, and community projects. Other featured works include Rakke by Louis Thuriot and Patricia George, S’albufera by Maya Triay and Mariona Jaume, The Trap by Rita Lira, and Polite/Ical Body by Daria Koval. Additionally, projects like Isla a Isla, paso a paso by Aníbal Llarena and Hans Coello, along with collaborations with the La Gomera Choreographic Center, highlight the festival’s dedication to using movement to foster social connection.