General:
What are the age requirements / number of performers at the Walt Disney World® Resort?
- All Dancers must be 10 years old by Oct 8th, 2025 to take part in the Parade. This is a Walt Disney World® Resort policy, and unfortunately we are not able to make exceptions regardless of talent level. Dancers under 10yrs can participate in the Showcase.
Will dancers have time to play in the Disney Parks?
- While there will be some free time, the main focus of the weekend is the Diwali Dance Fest experience. Our advice to families is to extend their trip before or after to ensure they have plenty of time to enjoy their family vacation at the Most Magical Place on Earth.
What happens in the event of inclement weather?
- Parade: The safety of the performers is our number one concern. Disney will decide if the weather is unfavorable for the parade to take place but we will try our best to have it rescheduled at some point during the weekend. In the event of a cancellation, there are no refunds.
- Showcase: Our Showcase is located at an inside venue and will proceed as scheduled.
When should we receive the Final Timeline?
- The Final Timeline will be released approximately 10-14 days prior to the event. All times and locations are subject to change leading up to the event.
Is food included?
- Food will be served only at select DDF events.
Is Travel Insurance available to purchase?
- Yes. Please visit https://www.travelinsured.com & input all Travel Info as rates differ for each state as well as final travel itinerary.
Lodging, Transportation & Food:
- Is transportation to and from the airport included in our stay?
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- No, guests will be responsible for their own transportation to and from the airport.
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- Is transportation to the Disney Theme Parks included in our stay?
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- Private motor coaches will be provided for select Diwali Dance Fest events only. Most areas throughout the Walt Disney World® Resort including theme parks, water parks and Disney Springs® are accessible by complimentary bus transportation.
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- Is parking at the hotel included in our package?
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- Yes, parking is free at all Disney hotels & theme parks!
Parade:
- Does Jashn Productions provide costumes?
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- Yes! The Parade costume will be provided by Jashn Productions. Shoes for the parade performance will be required for families to purchase. Studios will have to provide their own Showcase costume.
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- When will I receive the parade choreography?
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- Directors will receive the Parade Choreography by June 1st, 2025. You can share the parade dance tutorial with your students, but please schedule practices with all participating dancers. You must submit a practice video to the Diwali Dance Fest team for review to make sure dancers are up to the Diwali Dance Fest/Disney standards by the date communicated! Late fees will apply for videos submitted late. Diwali Dance Fest reserves the right to remove participants from the parade who are not performing up to Disney standard.
Showcase:
- What is the criteria for the Diwali Dance Showcase?
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- Each dance will be allocated 5 minutes for their dance performance. You must submit your songs by the communicated date. You can choose any Indian dance form you would like to showcase, but you must bring your own costumes for the performance. Only hand-held props and minor costume changes are allowed! You will be required to share a list of props and costume changes prior to the event for approval.
Contact us anytime with your questions. Please email us at info@diwalidancefest.com.