Spectate!

Join us October 25-26, 2025!

Come for the day sessions to watch great dancing and cheer on family and friends! In the Saturday evening session, participate in social dancing at the Halloween Bash (costumes encouraged!) and enjoy a showcase of national championship-level talent.

Tickets are available at the door for $10 the day of the event. UMN Students with their student IDs will be admitted for free.


Destination

Coffman Memorial Union
Great Hall
300 Washington Ave SE
Minneapolis, MN 55455
(Map)

Schedule (this may change a bit)

Saturday: Day Session

8:00 A.M. Welcome!
Doors open
9:00 A.M. Latin begins
10:30 A.M. Rhythm begins
1:00 P.M. Lunch Break
2:00 P.M. Smooth begins
4:15 P.M. Standard begins
6:00 P.M. Dinner Break

Saturday: Evening Session

7:00 P.M. Halloween Bash begins
7:30 P.M. Championship Rhythm and Smooth events
7:45 P.M. Halloween Bash continues
10:00 P.M. Good Night!

Sunday: Day Session

10:00 A.M. Good Morning!
Doors open
10:30 A.M. Prime Preparations
11:00 A.M. Neli Petkova "All-Skills" Waltz and Tango Workshop
12:30 P.M. Mariusz Olszewski's Lessons from the Competition
2:00 P.M. Safe travels home!
We hope to see you at Dance Fest March 7-8, 2026!

Minnesota Ballroom Blast

is a low-stress event designed to:


  • Introduce beginners to the format of a ballroom dance competition in a low-chaos environment
  • Provide a preparatory event for those looking to compete—regardless of their skill level
  • Allow couples an opportunity to experiment with new choreography and costuming
  • Provide dancers with meaningful insights from professionals they might not otherwise have access to