RHYTHMof Nepal
A 2026 dance competition celebrating Nepali culture, creativity, and community. Submit a 60-90 second audition video for a chance to advance to the live competition and the DTFEST finale.
Advance to live competition
Eligible residences
Prize pool at DTFEST 2026
Rhythm path
Clear auditions, proud culture, serious stage energy.
Audition Flow
Audition: submit a 60-90 second video that clearly shows the performer or performers.
Live competition: Top 50 performers advance.
DTFEST 2026: Top 10 finalists perform live for the RHYTHM Champion title.
Awards
The RHYTHM Champion will be crowned during DTFEST 2026.
A $6,000 prize pool will be awarded to finalists.
Registration
Open to participants residing in the United States and Canada. Participants under 18 need parent or guardian consent.
Registration is $25.00 for Solo, Duo, and Group performances.
Closing message
RHYTHM is more than a competition-it is a celebration of Nepali culture, creativity, and community.
Presented by 3E
3E Entertainment brings a performance platform rooted in Nepali culture, creativity, and community.
DTFEST 2026 finale
The Top 10 finalists perform live during DTFEST 2026, where the RHYTHM Champion will be crowned.
US and Canada
Open to participants residing in the United States and Canada.
Solo, duo, and group ready
Solo, Duo, and Group performances are welcome.
Two categories
Choose Traditional Nepali Dance or Nepali Fusion Dance.
$6,000 prize pool
Finalists compete for the RHYTHM Champion title and the 2026 prize pool.
Top 50 advance
The strongest audition videos move forward to the live competition.
Cultural expression
Judging includes technique, choreography, creativity, stage presence, synchronization, and cultural expression.
$25 registration
Registration is $25 and non-refundable.
Video-first audition
Submit a clear 60-90 second audition video before the deadline.