Minnesota Ballroom Blast
Registration
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Please read this page first so you understand your registration options and limitations, then click the link below to register.
To join us on October 31 - November 1, 2026, remember that registration closes October 16, 2026!
Teams who wish to pay as a group may register as a group and pay through Ballroom Comp Express, or they may contact [email protected] to arrange payment.
What can I enter? What does it cost?
Critiques are available for dancers dancing the Newcomer or Bronze categories. For amateur couples, we offer Newcomer, Bronze, Silver, Gold, Novice, Pre-Championship, and Championship. For Rookie-Vet couples, there is only newcomer Rookie-Vet.
- Newcomers and College Students: $50
- Level Up Seminars Only: $50
- Youth and Young Adults: $80
- Adults: $110
- Rookie-Vet (Rookie): Free for your first dance
- Rookie-Vet (Vet): Free if only dancing as Vet in Rookie-Vet
Level Up Dance Seminar
Level Up Dance Seminar
Are you ready to bring your dancing to the next level? This year, on the last day Minnesota Ballroom Blast, finish with a day of seminars in a variety of topics to learn new skills.
We can't wait to help you level up your dancing with professional dance instruction at a great price for those registered for Minnesota Ballroom Blast-free! We hope to see you there!
Who
Any dancers looking for a chance to get high quality instruction at a great price.
What
Dance instruction on a variety of topics.
When
Sunday, November 1, 2026 10:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.
Where
Coffman Memorial Union
Great Hall
300 Washington Ave SE
Minneapolis, MN 55455
Schedule
Saturday: Day Session
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 8:00 am | Welcome! Doors Open |
| 9:00 am | Latin Begins |
| 10:30 am | Rhythm Begins |
| 12:00 pm | Lunch Break |
| 1:00 pm | Smooth Begins |
| 2:30 pm | Standard Begins |
| 6:00 pm | Dinner Break |
Saturday: Evening Session
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 7:00 pm | Halloween Bash Begins |
| 7:20 pm | Championship Rounds |
| 7:40 pm | Halloween Bash Continues |
| 9:45 pm | Goodnight! |
Sunday: Day Session
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 10:00 am | Welcome! Doors Open |
| 10:30 am | Prime Preparations |
| 11:00 am | Neil Petkova - "All-Skills" Waltz and Tango Workshop |
| 12:30 pm | Mariusz Olszewski's - Lessons from the Competition |
| 2:00 pm | Safe travels home! We hope to see you at Dance Fest Marsh 6, 2027! |
What to Expect
On Saturday, dancers perform Ballroom and Latin dances in the format of a dance competition and receive either a ranked result or feedback from experienced ballroom professionals. All dancers, new or returning, can compete in traditional competition rounds. Then, on Sunday morning, two seminars will be given in the same space by distinguished coaches from local studios. All competitors are greatly encouraged to attend! This event is a great opportunity for dancers new to competing to try the experience of a Dancesport competition, or for returning competitors to experiment with their dancing at the beginning of the competition season!
Don't forget the Halloween Ball - Costumes Encouraged
Come to the evening session of Minnesota Ballroom Blast and enjoy a wonderful evening of social dancing. In addition to the opportunity to dance with many participants from around the Upper Midwest, there will be food, games, merriment, and a showcase of national championship-level talent. To top off a wonderful evening, a costume contest will be held with prizes in various categories. Don't miss out!
All competitor packages include free admission to the Halloween Ball! Tickets are free for UMN students, and general tickets for other guests are available for $10 at the door the day of the event.
Volunteer
Minnesota Ballroom Blast is made possible by the hard work of dozens of volunteers. If you want to contribute your time and skills to help make Minnesota Ballroom Blast awesome, fill out the Minnesota Ballroom Blast Volunteer Form and we'll help you get involved!