Saturday at the Living With Wellness & Arts Festival 2025 was all about rhythm, movement, and connection. From traditional cultural showcases to high-energy dance crews and live music, the lineup brought together communities from across Mississauga and beyond - celebrating the beauty of diversity through performance.
Whether people came to dance, cheer, or simply take it all in, the energy on stage on Saturday, June 28, lifted spirits and moved hearts. Here’s what unfolded at Mississauga Celebration Square:
JDL Cultural Performing Arts Team
The JDL Cultural Performing Arts Team brought the rich traditions of the Philippines to life through vibrant folk dances that told stories of resilience, joy, and identity. With colourful costumes and lively footwork, they showcased the beauty of Filipino heritage and invited the audience to feel the rhythm and heart of the islands.
JC Dance Studio
JC Dance Studio radiated confidence, creativity, and community. Their dancers lit up the stage with routines that blended Bollywood, hip-hop, and modern movement. It was a feel-good performance that celebrated self-expression and teamwork - with smiles all around.
Pure Soul Energy
Pure Soul Energy delivered a performance full of light and intention. They used dance as a form of emotional release, empowerment, and healing. Their choreography flowed with grace and purpose - offering beauty and strength in every movement. It was dance from the heart, for the soul.
Rajasthanis Association of North America
The Rajasthanis Association of North America brought the vibrant colors and regal elegance of Rajasthani folk dance to the stage. Their performance showcased India’s desert culture through powerful rhythms, traditional attire, and spirited movements that celebrated heritage, unity, and pride.
Capoeira Bamba Mississauga
Capoeira Bamba Mississauga captivated the crowd with their thrilling blend of movement, rhythm, and skill. Their Brazilian art form combined dance, music, and martial arts, as performers flowed through acrobatic kicks, spins, and call-and-response songs. It was as athletic as it was cultural.
SV School of Dance
SV School of Dance bridged the classical and the contemporary with ease, blending Bharatanatyam and modern Indian dance styles. Through expressive storytelling and intricate footwork, their performance offered a graceful celebration of tradition reimagined for today’s audience.
Cancer Warriors
Cancer Warriors delivered an emotionally powerful performance dedicated to those facing or surviving cancer. With a message of hope, resilience, and strength, their time on stage served as a heartfelt tribute - reminding everyone of the importance of support, compassion, and community healing.
Slice of Bollywood by Shikha
Slice of Bollywood by Shikha brought sparkle, sass, and cinematic flair to the stage. With glamorous costumes and high-energy choreography, the performance paid tribute to the magic of Bollywood film dance - blending tradition and pop culture into one dazzling showcase.
BWorkz Bollywood Fitness
BWORKZ Bollywood Fitness brought high-energy movement to the stage! This exciting workout blended over 40 Indian folk and Bollywood dance styles into one fun, heart-pumping experience. It aimed to help people get active while celebrating culture through music and movement. Since then, BWORKZ trained more than 5,000 people across India, the U.S., and Canada. It officially launched during the pandemic to help people reconnect with their bodies, joy, and each other. Leading the performance was the amazing instructor Dwija, who inspired the crowd with nonstop energy. Whether dancing along or just watching, everyone had a great time!
Jade Hip Hop Academy
Jade Hip Hop Academy took the stage with raw energy and elite choreography. This youth-driven crew showcased the best of urban dance - sharp moves, clean lines, and explosive presence. It was a powerful display of passion, discipline, and the bright future of hip hop.
Poojan Kohli Band
The Poojan Kohli Band connected with the crowd through soulful covers and original tunes that blended South Asian sounds with global musical influences. Their set delivered a mix of vibe and emotion, offering a musical experience grounded in talent and heartfelt expression.
DDA Canada
DDA Canada brought an exciting mix of dance theatre and bold storytelling to the stage. With expressive movement and high-energy choreography, their routines blended Western and Indian influences to create something both entertaining and thought-provoking - filled with drama, rhythm, and wow moments.
Jassi Sidhu (Headliner)
Closing out Saturday’s spectacular showcase was none other than Jassi Sidhu, the UK’s iconic voice of modern Bhangra! With chart-topping hits and legendary status in Punjabi music, Jassi brought decades of experience, charisma, and nonstop energy to the Celebration Square stage. From massive dance anthems to fan-favorite classics, his set had everyone dancing. It was the perfect finale to an incredible day of art, culture, and connection.
