For three days, thanks to Danzainfiera, Florence transformed into the dance capital of Italy and Europe. This inaugural edition by Pitti Immagine srl boasted impressive figures: from February 23 to 25, the Fortezza da Basso welcomed over 18,000 visitors. The event's magnetic slogan "All Beats to Dance" attracted over 9,500 dancers to its stages and classrooms, alongside 480 buyers and more than 100 journalists, giving a sense and scope of the event and marking a change of pace from the past. The future of dance, destined to grace stages across Europe, began at the Fortezza, with 322 teachers and 55 national and international bodies engaging 608 schools and thousands of teenagers aspiring to dance greatness. This 18th edition of Danzainfiera, which awarded over 4,000 scholarships, was particularly aimed at them.

The event was made possible with the support of UniCredit, the Main Partner of all Pitti Immagine fairs.

Danzainfiera transcended its role as an essential B2B hub – featuring 77 companies with 80 brands, from globally recognized to emerging names in dancewear, accessories, and innovative gear – to emerge as a fully-fledged cultural event. It provided spectacular entertainment through "The Gala," thought-provoking moments with the 24 talks within the UniCredit Meeting Area, and 270 events across classrooms and stages ranging from contests and competitions to workshops and auditions. The activities offered everyone the chance to showcase their skills, engage in meaningful exchanges, and collectively enhance their craft within an expansive educational and international forum.