Conventions and Festivals
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November 2026
54th Maritime Square & Round Dance Convention
Fri Nov 6–Sat Nov 7 · Fredericton, NB · Square Dancing
- When
Friday, November 6 to Saturday, November 7, 2026
Fri: Dance 2–4 p.m.
Fri: Convention 8 p.m.
Sat: Convention 10 a.m.- Where
Fredericton Inn
1315 Regent St, Fredericton, NBJust off Route 8 and adjacent to Regent Mall.
- Cost
$60/couple, whole event
- Good to know
- Description
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.- Organized by
Maritime Callers and Cuers Association
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Dances (3)
Link to this event: 54th Maritime Square & Round Dance Convention
Seaside Shimmy 2026
Fri Nov 13–Sun Nov 15 · Halifax, NS · Swing Dancing
- When
Friday, November 13 to Sunday, November 15, 2026
Fri: Convention 7–10:30 p.m.
Sat: Convention 7–8 p.m.
Sun: Convention 7–8 p.m.- Where
Dalhousie Student Union Building
6142 University Ave, Halifax, NS- Cost
$170 advance
Students $120 advance
$180 at the door- Good to know
- Description
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!
- Organized by
DalKing's Swing Dance Society
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Dances (8)
Montréal Bachata Festival 2026
Fri Nov 13–Sun Nov 15 · Montreal, QC · Bachata
- When
Friday, November 13 to Sunday, November 15, 2026
Fri: Convention time TBA
Sat: Convention time TBA
Sun: Convention time TBA- Where
DoubleTree by Hilton Montreal
1255, rue Jeanne-Mance, Montreal, QCPaid parking
Accessible parking and elevator- Cost
No REFUNDS – No TRANSFERS – No CREDITS
- Good to know
- Description
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.
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Dances (1)
Prairie Skies Country Dance Festival
Sat Nov 14 · Regina, SK · Country
- When
Saturday, November 14, 2026
Convention 9:30 a.m.–11 p.m.- Where
WA WA Shriners
2065 Hamilton St, Regina, SKWheelchair-accessible parking lot
No wheelchair-accessible entrance or washroom.- Cost
$100 advance
- Good to know
- Description
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.
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Dances (3)
Salsa Caleña Convention
Sat Nov 14 · Toronto, ON · Salsa
- When
Saturday, November 14, 2026
Convention noon–7 p.m.- Where
Columbus Centre
901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, ONPaid parking lot.
Wheelchair-accessible entrance, seating, parking lot and washroom.- Cost
$57.91 advance
- Good to know
- Description
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.
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Dances (4)
Toronto Tango Experience Marathon
Thu Nov 26–Sun Nov 29 · Toronto, ON · Argentine Tango
- When
Thursday, November 26 to Sunday, November 29, 2026
Thu: Convention time TBA
Fri: Convention time TBA
Sat: Convention time TBA
Sun: Convention time TBA- Where
Toronto Don Valley Hotel & Suites
175 Wynford Drive, Toronto, ON$7 all day parking (up to 12 hours), 24-hour parking is $15
Accessible- Cost
$229 advance
$250 at the doorGender Balanced Registration
- Good to know
- Description
Toronto Tango Experience is now a MARATHON
Famous DJs from around the world
- Organized by
Toronto Tango Experience
- Links
Dances (1)
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March 2027
CanadaSBK Festival 2027
Fri Mar 26–Sun Mar 28 · Toronto, ON · Latin
- When
Friday, March 26 to Sunday, March 28, 2027
Fri: Convention time TBA
Sat: Convention time TBA
Sun: Convention time TBA- Where
Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel
123 Queen St W, Toronto, ONPaid parking
- Cost
Price TBA
- Good to know
- Description
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 🔥- Links
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May 2027
Montreal Salsa Convention
Thu May 20–Mon May 24 · Montreal, QC · Salsa
- When
Thursday, May 20 to Monday, May 24, 2027
Thu: Convention time TBA
Fri: Convention time TBA
Sat: Convention time TBA
Sun: Convention time TBA
Mon: Convention time TBA- Where
DoubleTree by Hilton Montreal
1255, rue Jeanne-Mance, Montreal, QCPaid parking
Accessible parking and elevator- Cost
$240.44, whole event
Price TBA- Good to know
- Description
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.
- Organized by
Canadian Salsa Dance Corporation
- Links
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July 2028
25th Canadian National Square & Round Dance Festival
Thu Jul 20–Sat Jul 22 · Fredericton, NB · Square Dancing
- When
Thursday, July 20 to Saturday, July 22, 2028
Thu: Convention time TBA
Fri: Convention time TBA
Sat: Convention time TBA- Where
Fredericton Convention Centre
670 Queen St, Fredericton, NB- Good to know
- Description
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!
- Organized by
Federation of Dance Clubs of New Brunswick
- Links
Dances (3)
Link to this event: 25th Canadian National Square & Round Dance Festival
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