Upcoming events.
True Colors Camp
Embrace your authentic self and discover your True Colors at our Rainbow Dance Camp! In this camp, we will delve into grounding ourselves and gaining confidence by drawing inspiration from a multitude of colors! Daily class will include a warm-up, dance technique, movement exploration, yoga, mindfulness/meditation, snack time, and daily colorful crafts.
Ages 7-12 | June 23 - 26 | 1p-4p
Storytelling Through Dance Camp
Where stories leap off the page and into motion! Join us for classes that include creative movement explorations, dance technique, story creation exploration, story time with local organizations, snack time, and a create-your-own picture book craft. The last hour of camp will culminate in a sharing of our creative explorations and creations!
Ages 3-6 | June 24 - 26 | 9a - 12p
Adult Summer Masterclass Series: Ballet w/Betty Kondo
MASTERCLASSES ARE OPEN TO ADULTS OF ALL LEVELS OF EXPERIENCE. Ages 15+ are welcome to dance with us!
$120/8 classes
$20/drop-in
$10/student drop-in (with valid ID)
Ballet with Betty Kondo
Masterclass with Marisa Bianan at Terpsichore's Dancing in Summer, The Festival!
Enjoy Modern Technique with Marisa at the Terpsichore’s Dancing in Summer, The Festival! Open 13+, adult dancers are welcome!
Terpsichore's Dancing in Summer, The Festival!
A celebration of movement, artistry, and the spirit of the season with Wellspring/Cori Terry & Dancers. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable experience with a Performance of “The Forest is a Goddess” by Cori Terry (2024), set to music by Aurora + Antheia, with stunning costumes by Patrica Plasko! Join us for a diverse array of contemporary dance works by various artists from across the state and the country!
RADFest Submissions OPEN
RADFest 2026 Submission Schedule Open through September 1st!
The Midwest RADFest is a Contemporary Dance Festival in Kalamazoo, MI. Produced and supported presentation opportunities include Short Works, Alternative space, Durational performance, Youth and Screen Dance series!
Adult Summer Masterclass Series: Heels w/Shantese Robinson
MASTERCLASSES ARE OPEN TO ADULTS OF ALL LEVELS OF EXPERIENCE. Ages 15+ are welcome to dance with us!
$120/8 classes
$20/drop-in
$10/student drop-in (with valid ID)
Heels with Shantese Robinson
KPL: Ready Movers w/Wellspring
Wellspring Dance Academy returns with their Ready Movers programming, combining mindfulness, movement, and literacy at the Kalamazoo Public Library. Events are free!
Adult Summer Masterclass Series: Contemporary Modern w/Amy Wilson
MASTERCLASSES ARE OPEN TO ADULTS OF ALL LEVELS OF EXPERIENCE. Ages 15+ are welcome to dance with us!
$120/8 classes
$20/drop-in
$10/student drop-in (with valid ID)
Contemporary Modern with Amy Wilson
BACC Youth Day
Youth Day is a lively celebration of the youth in our city! This exciting event is packed with live performances featuring talented young dancers, singers, and poets. Enjoy a day full of fun activities, homemade goods, and valuable resources and opportunities offered in the community! Don't miss out on this vibrant day dedicated to empowering our youth!
Epic Broadway Camp w/Crescendo Academy of Music
EPIC BROADWAY! is a collaboration between Crescendo Academy of Music and Wellspring Dance Academy. Camp activities will take place between 9am and 4pm each day. Each camper will choose, in collaboration with our vocal teaching artists, a musical theater song that fits the camp’s theme. Monday’s schedule will start with an Orientation Session. The week will culminate in a group concert for sharing with family and friends that will begin at 7pm on Friday, July 18!
Ages 13 - 18 | July 14 - 18 | 9a - 4p
Adult Summer Masterclass Series: TBD
MASTERCLASSES ARE OPEN TO ADULTS OF ALL LEVELS OF EXPERIENCE. Ages 15+ are welcome to dance with us!
$120/8 classes
$20/drop-in
$10/student drop-in (with valid ID)
TBD
KYDNet Summer Day of Learning
The National Day of Summer Learning advocates for the importance of summer education. The Kalamazoo Youth Development (KYD) Network supports over 50 summer programs through quality assessments, staff training, and program development. They envision an anti-racist community where all youth thrive, regardless of background. The event highlights the positive impact of summer learning on youth, families, and communities, offering free food, music, games, and summer fun.
Youth Choreography Camp
Join our Choreography Camp with Marisa Bianan for a creative session in choreography, artistry, and collaboration! Dancers will get to present their newly created works at 11:30 am on the last day of camp.
Ages 7-13 | July 21-25 | 9a-12p
Adult Summer Masterclass Series: PBT w/Kyla Cook
MASTERCLASSES ARE OPEN TO ADULTS OF ALL LEVELS OF EXPERIENCE. Ages 15+ are welcome to dance with us!
$120/8 classes
$20/drop-in
$10/student drop-in (with valid ID)
PBT with Kyla Cook
KPL: Ready Movers w/Wellspring
Wellspring Dance Academy returns with their Ready Movers programming, combining mindfulness, movement, and literacy at the Kalamazoo Public Library. Events are free!
KPL: Ready Movers w/Wellspring
Wellspring Dance Academy returns with their Ready Movers programming, combining mindfulness, movement, and literacy at the Kalamazoo Public Library. Events are free!
Adult Summer Masterclass Series: Ballroom w/Emma Kent
MASTERCLASSES ARE OPEN TO ADULTS OF ALL LEVELS OF EXPERIENCE. Ages 15+ are welcome to dance with us!
$120/8 classes
$20/drop-in
$10/student drop-in (with valid ID)
Ballroom w/Emma Kent
KPL: Ready Movers w/Wellspring
Wellspring Dance Academy returns with their Ready Movers programming, combining mindfulness, movement, and literacy at the Kalamazoo Public Library. Events are free!
Adult Summer Masterclass Series: TBD
MASTERCLASSES ARE OPEN TO ADULTS OF ALL LEVELS OF EXPERIENCE. Ages 15+ are welcome to dance with us!
$120/8 classes
$20/drop-in
$10/student drop-in (with valid ID)
TBD
KPL: Ready Movers w/Wellspring
Wellspring Dance Academy returns with their Ready Movers programming, combining mindfulness, movement, and literacy at the Kalamazoo Public Library. Events are free!
KPL: Ready Movers w/Wellspring
Wellspring Dance Academy returns with their Ready Movers programming, combining mindfulness, movement, and literacy at the Kalamazoo Public Library. Events are free!
Grand Rapids Ballet Summer Dance Festival
Join us for an amazing celebration of artistic diversity, featuring talented local artists from all over Michigan, showcasing a variety of genres. Immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere, complete with food trucks, beer, and wine!
**We encourage you to bring your own chair to relax and enjoy an evening filled with outdoor performances.**
RADFest Submissions CLOSED
RADFest 2026 Submission Schedule Open through September 1st!
The Midwest RADFest is a Contemporary Dance Festival in Kalamazoo, MI. Produced and supported presentation opportunities include Short Works, Alternative space, Durational performance, Youth and Screen Dance series!
Adult Summer Masterclass Series: West African w/Heather Mitchell
MASTERCLASSES ARE OPEN TO ADULTS OF ALL LEVELS OF EXPERIENCE. Ages 15+ are welcome to dance with us!
$120/8 classes
$20/drop-in
$10/student drop-in (with valid ID)
West African with Heather Mitchell
Wild About Dance Camp
Lions and tigers and bears… OH MY! Join us in the Wellspring Theater for our own explorer animal adventure with dance technique, animal crafts, and dance games! We’ll have a special guest from the Kalamazoo Nature Center joining us during the camp to teach us all about the animals and walks of life that are native to Michigan.
Ages 4-8 | June 17-19 | 9a-12p
Train Like a Dancer Camp
Strengthen your body, center your mind, and elevate your dance practice! Start your day with TheraBand exercises to boost strength, followed by a technique class and a supplemental movement session like yoga or Pilates. Each dancer will get to bring their own TheraBand Kit!
Ages 7-12 | June 16 - 19th | 1p-4p
Wellspring at Pride
We've secured a vendor table at Pride! Stop by to learn more about our summer camps and adult programs. Come say hi! 🌈
Learn more about Pride at OutFront Kalamazoo’s website: https://www.outfrontkzoo.org/
KSO Everybody Loves Rhythm Collaboration
In collaboration with the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra
