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Chicago Dance Month Kickoff Celebration

Kick off the 13th Annual Chicago Dance Month with free performances by Ballet Folklórico de Chicago, Cerqua Rivera Dance Theatre, Chicago Korean Dance Company, Hyde Park School of Dance, JYZ Dance, Kelsi Fears Choreography, M.A.D.D. Rhythms, and Partners in the Circle—live on the iconic Lake Stage in Polk Bros Park at Navy Pier.

These performances celebrate dances uniquely rooted in Chicago while also honoring the diverse global traditions that call our city home!

Ayodele Drum & Dance performers dancing near the Centennial Wheel at Navy Pier.

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Chicago Dance Crash performers dancing on stage by the Navy Pier waterfront.

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Ayodele Drum & Dance performers drumming and dancing at Navy Pier.

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Ensemble Español dancers performing in blue costumes by the Navy Pier waterfront.

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Praize Productions dancers performing on stage by the Navy Pier waterfront.

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Mexican Folkloric Dance Company of Chicago dancers performing in colorful dresses at Navy Pier.

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