Conventions and Festivals

Dance to Maritime callers and cuers from Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island.

(New) Mainstream – Plus – Advanced
Phase I to IV Rounds – Contras
Help Us Plan Ahead – Register Early!
Traditional Square Dance attire admired, but not required.
Early Bird, Saturday morning & afternoon dances – tasteful casual attire.
All rooms will have some smooth dance surface.
Dancers under 18 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
No scents would be appreciated.
Dancers, please make your own hotel reservations and identify yourselves as a square dancer attending the MCCA Convention.

Registration desk opens at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, November 6, 2026

EARLY BIRD DANCE – CASUAL DANCE
Friday, November 6 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Join us for a weekend of workshops with guest instructors, dancing with friends from all seven seas, and celebrating our local music talents in the annual Swingin’ With the Fishes!

Weigh anchor and set sail to come dancing in the Maritimes!

Three days of international artists, workshops, competition, performances, live music and late-night social dancing in the heart of Montréal.

Celebrate the passion of bachata dance and Latin culture with an exciting weekend full of dancing, fun, and unforgettable memories. Enjoy world-class workshops, spectacular performances, exciting competitions, and incredible social dancing all weekend long.

Don't miss a special live concert by Pinto Picasso, one of the world's top bachata artists, and dance the night away as DJ Tronky keeps the socials alive with the best bachata music.

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced dancer, the Montreal Bachata Festival is the perfect place to learn, connect, and celebrate with dancers from around the world.

Prairie Skies Country Dance Festival is a celebration of community, connection, and a shared love of country dance. Held in Regina, Saskatchewan at the WA WA Shriners 2065 Hamilton St, the festival brings together dancers from across the Prairies for a full day of workshops taught by talented Canadian instructors, followed by an evening performance, social dance and after party.

Whether you're taking your very first steps or have years of experience, Prairie Skies Country Dance Festival is designed to be a welcoming place where everyone belongs. Our mission is simple: to grow the country dance community by creating opportunities to learn, connect, and inspire one another.

Can’t make it to Toronto? Join the Saturday Cali Room workshops of the Salsa Caleña Convention 2026 from home!

Watch all seven Cali Room workshops live online, from beginner to advanced. Discover salsa caleña, salsa choke, boogaloo, pachanga, lifts, and a campana music class.

Led by Daniela & Jhon, Janier, Kiko, Viviana & Brando, and Yuly.

How to watch: We’ll email access instructions before the stream starts.

Live only: No replay. The stream shows the Cali Room only.

What you need: A stable internet connection, a phone, tablet, or computer, and space to dance.

Toronto Tango Experience is now a MARATHON

Famous DJs from around the world

Toronto’s BIGGEST Salsa, Bachata & Kizomba weekend

Unforgettable days of dancing, music, workshops, performances, and non-stop social dancing with dancers from across Canada and around the world. 💃🕺

✨ What’s waiting for you all weekend:
* World-class workshops with top international & Canadian artists
* Spectacular performances and competitions
* Jack & Jill Bachata Competition
* Live concerts 🎤
* Multiple dance floors with social dancing until 6AM 🔥

This festival will dazzle the public with Latin dance shows and entertainment during summer’s first long weekend!

This festival will dazzle the public with Latin dance shows and entertainment during summer’s first long weekend!

The Montreal Salsa Convention will bring together more than 5,000 dance enthusiasts, from beginners to the world's elite, for its annual Salsa and Bachata event. The event will be held in the heart of the city, in the Quartier des spectacles, DoubleTree Hilton Hotel (1255 Jeanne-Mance Street).

The Canadian Salsa Dance Corporation (CSDC) is a non-profit organization that promotes Latin dance, music and culture. Our goal is to build public appreciation for Latin dance styles and to create opportunities for dancers of all ages and levels to network, gain exposure and contribute to the growth of Latin dance.

The 25th Canadian National Square and Round Dance Festival brings hundreds of dancers to the Fredericton Convention Centre from July 20 to 22, 2028.

The volunteer-run event is expected to attract about 600 participants from across Canada, the United States, China, Germany, Malaysia and Australia. More than 70 callers and cuers will lead four days of square, round, clog and contra dancing!