Mayworth draws more than 500 competitors to Tamworth over three days

The southern hemisphere's largest line dance festival has kicked up its heels in Tamworth, celebrating its 20^th year in the city.

Across the next three days Mayworth will see more than 500 competitors of all ages battle it out.

"We are excited to welcome dancers rom across Australia and the world," event director Chris Watson said.

"It's our largest competition in 20 years, dancers are eager to get back out on the dance floor and show off their moves.

"The event brings hundreds of thousands into into the community through accommodation, fuel, meals, tourist activity and shopping.

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"It is a great way to continue to support our business community after what has been a tough few years."

Mr Watson said people are coming from all over for the event, including Singapore and the UK.

There will be social events, dance parties, workshops for all levels of dancers, and there's even street dancing planned for Peel Street.

"It's great to be back in Tamworth and amazing to see so many competitors especially the youth," Mr Watson said.

If you are interested in catching some of the action, most of the events will be held at the Tamworth Town Hall. Spectators are invited to go along.

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