Arts Council England Confirms Dance Music Event... Here

In December 2025, ACE launched a new Music Growth Package Advisory Group to shape a three-year investment of up to £30 million . This package is designed to support emerging artists and strengthen the "vibrant music ecosystem," including dance and electronic genres, which are increasingly prioritized in ACE's industrial strategy.

This ongoing programme specifically includes electronic music venues and promoters. The most recent funding round (Round 9) had a deadline of April 23, 2026 , with successful applicants to be announced in June 2026. Arts Council England Confirms Dance Music Event...

Arts Council England (ACE) has not confirmed a single "Dance Music Event" for April 2026, but it has recently launched major initiatives specifically targeting the dance and electronic music sectors as part of its wider strategy. In December 2025, ACE launched a new Music

Various ACE-funded organizations, such as the English National Ballet , are holding events throughout April to lead up to this celebration. The most recent funding round (Round 9) had

Starting in April 2026 , "Digital Arts" is officially recognized as ACE's tenth supported artform. This change is expected to provide new funding avenues for electronic music producers and digital dance performers. Upcoming External Events (April 2026)

While not hosted by ACE itself, several large-scale music and dance events are confirmed for this month: