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Big weekends, better plans.

Upcoming salsa, bachata and zouk festivals, congresses and gala showcases worth the trip.

2026 special events

Choose your next dance weekend

Filter by city, style or format. Every listing links to the organizer's page, so you can check the latest schedule before you book.

2 upcoming eventsLast checked August 4, 2026

NOV13–152026

MontrealBachataSalsaFestivalVerify date / venue

Montreal Bachata Festival

The 8th edition brings competitions, workshops, shows, a live concert and separate bachata and salsa rooms.

November 13–15, 2026Paid / pass pricing onlineDoubleTree by Hilton Montreal

DEC28–312026

OttawaSalsaBachataFestival

SBK Ottawa Year-End Latin Festival

Four days of workshops, socials, performances and a New Year's Eve celebration for 500+ dancers.

December 28–31, 2026Paid / early-bird pricing soonSheraton Ottawa Hotel

Past events

These events have ended. Follow the organizer for future editions.

SEP03–052026

OttawaSalsaBachataFestival

Latin Sparks Festival

An 8-hour, family-friendly Latin festival with live music, performances, food trucks and beginner dance lessons.

September 3–5, 2026Paid / early-bird ticketsLeBreton Flats

SEP04–072026

MontrealZoukFestival

ZEM Festival

A full immersion in Brazilian Zouk with open-level and full passes, international guests and late-night socials.

September 4–7, 2026Open or full passMontreal

OCT07–122026

TorontoSalsaBachataCongressGala showcase

Canada Salsa & Bachata Congress

Canada's long-running congress with international artists, workshops, competitions, gala showcases and three social-dance ballrooms.

October 7–12, 2026Paid / passes on saleFairmont Royal York

Dates and venues can change. Check the organizer’s latest details before booking travel or tickets.

Planning a festival or dance weekend

How do I find a Latin dance festival near Ottawa?

Use the city, style and event filters to explore the listings. Ottawa events and trips to Montreal or Toronto appear here; past editions are kept separately in the archive. For weekly socials, use the Ottawa dance calendar.

Does Ottawa Dance sell festival tickets?

Follow the organizer or ticket link in the event details to check current passes, schedules and venue information. Confirm the organizer’s booking and cancellation terms before buying tickets or arranging travel.