Flood Fest 2026 at Fire Station 101

Australia's newest underground dance style, born on the floodplains of Ipswich, is blooming and we're here to celebrate! The annual Flood Dance event, Flood Fest, is back.

Flood Fest 2026 is a two day event featuring Flood Dance collectives from around the country, with performances, sessions, workshops, and dance battles. Featuring international guest artists from the USA, interstate talent, and local dancers, it's set to be a huge weekend.

Come witness Ipswich's very own homegrown style and experience the incredible talent growing right here in our backyard.

All ages

Open to anybody, even if you don't dance you'll still see something new and may get inspired.

Saturday 11 July (Show Day)

5.30 pm – Doors Open

7.00 pm – Show Start

9.00 pm – Finish

Sunday 12 July (Workshop and Battle Day)

11.00 am – 2.00 pm – Workshops*

3.00 pm – Battle Registration

6.00 pm – Battle Finish

*times subject to change

Artwork by – Jesse Yates

Want to know more?

Visit floodthespace.com @thvflood @floodthespace

Audience warnings: please be aware there may be coarse language and references to drug use in music and lyrics.

This event is supported by the Regional Arts Development Fund, a partnership between the Queensland Government and Ipswich City Council to support local arts and culture in regional Queensland