Dance Day has been celebrated by dancers all over the world every year since 1982.It is an initiative of the international Dance Council,UNESCO. The main purpose of Dance Day events is to attract the attention of the wider public to the art of dance.Emphasis is given to addressing people who do not follow dance events during the course of the year.These events may be special performances open-door classes,llectures,articles in newspapers and magazines,parades and more.
National Dance Week was formed in 1981 when a group of dance-related organizations began a strong "grass roots" movement to bring greater recognition to dance.National dance week foundation was established as a non-profit institution in 2011.Its purpose is to expose and intoduce as many people as possible to the enjoyment and benefits of dance through promoting dance in schools,expanding community awareness and increasing professional development April 29 anually.