A Night in Nature
FREE · BOOK TICKETS. Saturday, September 5, 2026, 7:00–9:30 p.m. Experience a late-summer evening at Deep Forest Art Land with modern dance under the open sky, a twilight walk, and a cozy bonfire. Together, we’ll wander through the forest, experience nature as day turns to night, and end the evening gathered around the campfire.
An Evening in the Woods
As the light slowly changes, the forest takes on a new character. For “Night in Nature,” Deep Forest Art Land invites you to a shared experience where dance, nature, and community come together.
The evening begins with the dance performance *Dance Under the Open Sky 2026*, in which Holstebro Theater’s dance company uses the forest as the setting for a poetic performance. Afterward, we’ll continue with a twilight walk through the area, before rounding out the evening with a bonfire, snacks, and conversation in the Gothic Quarter.
When Nature Becomes the Stage
For several seasons now, Holstebro Theater’s dance company has delighted audiences with its outdoor dance performances along the west coast of Jutland. This year, the company’s five dancers are exploring forests and meadows across the country, allowing nature to become an active participant in the performance.
Using their imagination as a starting point, the dancers create poetic images and abstract narratives among the trees, in the clearings, and among the works of art. The audience gets up close to the dancers and experiences modern dance in a unique setting where nature, art, and movement blend together.
The performance lasts about 30 minutes and is suitable for both adults and children ages 7 and up.
After the performance, we’ll take a short twilight walk through the area before gathering in the Gothic Quarter. There, we’ll light a bonfire, prepare delicious snacks over the embers, and serve hot and cold drinks as darkness falls.
What is night in nature?
"Night in Nature" is a nationwide event that invites people across the country every year to experience nature in new ways as the day draws to a close and darkness falls.
At Deep Forest Art Land, we celebrate “Night in Nature” with an evening where dancing, a twilight walk, and gathering around the campfire set the stage for a shared experience in the forest.
Program and Practical Information
Program
7:00 p.m. Welcome by Deep Forest Art Land
7:10–7:40 p.m. Open-Air Dance 2026
7:45–8:30 p.m. Twilight Walk
8:30–9:30 p.m. Bonfire with snacks and drinks
Practical
The meeting place is the parking lot at Sdr. Ommevej 29A, Skarrild, 6933 Kibæk
Feel free to bring a blanket or a seat pad.
Remember to dress for the weather.
The event will take place outdoors.
Recommended for ages 7 and up.
Tickets
The event is free.
Registration is required so we can arrange food and drinks by the campfire.
If you are unable to attend "Night in Nature" on Saturday, September 5, you can still experience " Dance Under the Open Sky 2026."
The performance will also be staged:
Saturday, September 5,
3:00 p.m.
Sunday, September 6
11:00 a.m.
1:30 p.m.
These performances include only the dance performance and do not include the twilight walk, the bonfire, or meals.
Good to Know
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Yes. The event is free, but registration is required so we can plan the food and drinks by the campfire.
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We recommend that you bring a blanket or something to sit on, as well as clothing appropriate for the weather.
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The event will take place outdoors. Please dress for the weather. The program may be adjusted in the event of unusual weather conditions.
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The event is suitable for both adults and children ages 7 and up.
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In the top menu under "Plan Your Visit," you'll find information about parking, accessibility, restrooms, hours of operation, and other practical details.