For over 50 years, through three generations, The Vanaver Caravan Dance and Music Company has been an integral and beloved part of the Hudson Valley community: promoting peace, celebrating our shared humanity, and transforming young lives through the magic of music and dance.
Into the Light We Went!
Watch the Livestream From Sat & Sun 🎞️
Into the Light We Went! Watch the Livestream From Sat & Sun 🎞️
The Caravan Connection (our blog)
Give the Gift of Dance
Help The Vanaver Caravan reach our goal to raise funds for 10 full scholarships in 2024.
Photo by Dale Dong
Performances
For half a century, the Caravan has inspired audiences across the globe. Our down home, high-spirited performances will have you clapping your hands, stomping your feet, and singing along with all the dancers and musicians on stage.
Photo of Livia Vanaver teaching.
School programs
We teach so much more than dance steps. Our immersive arts-education programs promote diversity, community-building, and cultural understanding. Our work has brightened classrooms for thousands of students around the world.
Photo by Adam Weiss
Dance Institute
We offer a variety of dance classes and special workshops for children, teens, and adults throughout the Mid-Hudson Valley. Students who train in our institute learn styles taught by world-renowned dancers, in a wholesome atmosphere.
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The Caravan will make our annual winter sojourn to the music-filled halls of the Saratoga Dance Flurry! Come join us for workshops, social dances, and lively performances all weekend long. LEARN MORE AND GET TICKETS.