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Dance Festivals 2026/27: The Next 10 Festivals from Salsa to Zouk
With dates, locations and dance styles from the udansa event calendar
- The next ten dance festivals in the udansa event calendar take place between late October 2026 and early August 2027.
- Three are in Germany: in Regensburg, at Europa-Park Rust, and in Freiburg.
- The other seven take you to Sweden, Spain, Hungary, Poland, Lithuania, and Croatia.
- Salsa, Bachata, and Kizomba are the most common styles, while Zouk has its own festival in Warsaw.
Workshops during the day, socials in the evening, and in between, people from many countries who love the same music: a dance festival means a few days out of the ordinary. Here are the next ten festivals from the udansa event calendar, sorted by date. Each festival links to its event page with the location, program, and ticket information.
The next 10 dance festivals at a glance
Sorted by date · As of October 23, 2026
- 01
Stockholm Sensual Festival 2026
Solna, Sweden · October 29 to November 1, 2026
- Bachata
- Kizomba
The fourth edition brings more than 30 hours of Bachata and Urban Kizomba workshops, four parties, shows, and a Jack & Jill competition to the Quality Hotel Strawberry Arena.
- 02
Pasión Salsa Congress 2026
Torremolinos (Málaga), Spain · October 30 to November 1, 2026
- Salsa
- Bachata
- Kizomba
More than 40 workshops for all levels, plus shows, competitions, and themed parties at the MS Amaragua Hotel right by the sea.
- 03
Uni Salsa Camp Regensburg
Regensburg, Germany · November 6 to 8, 2026
- Salsa
- Bachata
- Kizomba
The non-commercial festival at the University of Regensburg celebrates its 17th anniversary, with 38 workshops and three parties. According to the organizers, tickets are only available at the door.
- 04
Live 2 Mambo Budapest - 2 Weekends Edition
Budapest, Hungary · February 4 to 15, 2027
- Salsa
Two festival weekends in two locations: the first with bootcamps and carnival parties at the Museum of Ethnography, the second at the New York Palace.
- 05
Euro Dance Festival at Europa-Park
Rust, Germany · February 9 to 14, 2027
- Ballroom
- Latin
- Salsa
- Bachata
- Discofox
- Argentine Tango
Six days with nearly 550 workshops, from ballroom and Latin to West Coast Swing and Discofox, as well as Salsa, Bachata and Argentine Tango, plus four evenings of social dancing and shows.
- 06
Warsaw Zouk Festival 2027
Warsaw, Poland · February 11 to 15, 2027
- Zouk
- Lambada
The 14th edition: five days of workshops, socials and parties, dedicated Lambada tracks, competitions and gala evenings, open to all dance levels.
- 07
elSol Bachata Festival 2027
Warsaw, Poland · April 9 to 12, 2027
- Bachata
A dedicated Bachata festival with workshops, parties, and competitions at the Sound Garden Hotel.
- 08
Vilnius Salsa Festival 2027
Vilnius, Lithuania · May 13 to 17, 2027
- Salsa
Workshops and parties with international artists, all about Salsa, music and Latin American culture.
- 09
Croatian Summer Salsa Festival 2027
Rovinj, Croatia · June 7 to 14, 2027
- Salsa
- Bachata
- Kizomba
- Cha-Cha-Cha
The 23rd edition: eight days with over 200 workshops, beach and boat parties, live concerts and social dancing by the sea.
- 10
Euro Dance Festival Freiburg Edition
Freiburg, Germany · July 29 to August 1, 2027
- Ballroom
- Latin
- Salsa
- Discofox
- Argentine Tango
The summer edition at Ballhaus Freiburg: four days, nearly 120 workshops with coaches from around the world, plus shows, live music and parties.
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4 reasons why you should be at the next dance festival
A break for your mind
With the first beat, everyday life stays outside: no to-do lists, no email inbox. For a few days, all that matters is the rhythm and the moment.
Pure joy of dance instead of pressure to perform
Nobody expects perfection here! During the day in the workshops you’ll take away fresh inspiration, and in the evenings at the socials you can try it all out in a relaxed atmosphere.
The most welcoming community in the world
The social dance scene is known for its openness. Whether you arrive as a couple or come solo: you will be welcomed onto the dance floor with a smile.
Pure inspiration
There is hardly anything better than learning from international coaches, dancing to the latest sounds, and simply letting yourself be infected by this positive energy.
Going to the festival alone? Here is how to find dance partners in advance
The honest truth about dance festivals: The best moments happen with someone who’s right for you, in a workshop, among other dance enthusiasts at a social, or dancing at three in the morning. But going alone takes courage. Who already knows someone there? Who has the same style, the same level, and is going that same weekend?
That’s exactly why we created udansa connect: the app that helps you find your dance match. With our filter, you can search for other dance enthusiasts by dance style, level, and role, then start the first conversation via chat. If the first impression feels right, you can arrange to meet for your first steps on the dance floor.
That’s exactly why we created udansa connect: the app that helps you find your dance match. With our filter, you can search for other dance enthusiasts by dance style, level, and role, then start the first conversation via chat. If the first impression feels right, you can arrange to meet for your first steps on the dance floor.
Find your dance match for the next dance festival
Find your next dance partner by dance style, level, role, and dance goals, then arrange to meet at the next dance event through the app.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dance Festivals
- Absolutely, many dance enthusiasts come without a regular partner and quickly connect with others there, because rotating partners is part of the culture. If you want to make getting started easier, you can use udansa connect to arrange to meet people going to the festival before it starts, so you’ll know at least one familiar face from the first evening.
- The easiest way is to plan ahead and search specifically: In our udansa connect app, you can filter by dance style, level, role, region, and dance event to find dancers who are a good match. That way, you won’t go alone, but with someone who suits you, both in the workshop and at the social.
- Yes. Many festivals offer open-level workshops as well as sessions for specific levels. At the socials, you’ll almost always find patient dance partners. Being open to trying new things matters more than your level, and a festival is the fastest way to learn a huge amount in a short time.
- There’s the widest selection for Salsa, Bachata, and Kizomba: Pasión Salsa Congress, Uni Salsa Camp, and Croatian Summer Salsa Festival cover all three. Dedicated Bachata fans should check out elSol Bachata Festival, while Zouk and Lambada take center stage at Warsaw Zouk Festival. If you like ballroom, Latin, and Argentine Tango, Euro Dance Festival at Europa-Park or in Freiburg is the right choice.
- As early as possible. Popular congresses and pass allocations often sell out weeks in advance, and early bird prices save you money. A practical bonus: booking early gives you enough time to find dance partners in advance and really enjoy the anticipation.
