IBC Portoroz-Portorose International Ballet Competition 2026

Showcase Your Talent at One of Europe’s Premier Ballet Competitions

Portorož, Slovenia | July 13–21, 2026

The IBC Portoroz-Portorose International Ballet Competition is a prestigious international ballet event celebrating exceptional young talent from across Europe and the world. Now established as one of the premier international ballet competitions in Europe, IBC Portoroz draws participants from dozens of countries, adjudicated by an international panel of distinguished ballet professionals.

Competition Overview

• Dates: July 13–21, 2026
• Venue: Avditorij Portorož-Portorose, Senčna pot 8a, 6320 Portorož
• Categories: Youth, Junior, Senior
• Disciplines: Classical ballet, contemporary dance, character dance
• Jury: International panel of ballet professionals

Why Compete at IBC Portoroz?

International Jury and Professional Visibility — Competing before this jury means your work is evaluated by professionals who are actively shaping the next generation of ballet.

Connections with the Global Ballet Community — Attended by company representatives, choreographers, and ballet scouts from across Europe.

Registration

Visit ibc-portoroz.org to register

Questions: info@ballet-intensive.net

About the Organizer

Organized by Ballet Intensive, operating under the Society of Ballet Artists of Slovenia (DBUS) — member of the Chamber of Culture of Slovenia and the European Council of Artists since 1962.