September 10-14, 2026

2026 Schedule

Thursday KickoffNova Dance Fest Welcome Party8:00 PM – 2:00 AM

Friday Schedule

Time Activity
11:00 AMDoors OpenFour days. Hundreds of dancers. One unforgettable weekend. Let’s go.
12:00 PM – 5:00 PMWorkshopsLearn from world-class artists. Dance, grow, repeat.
4:00 PM – 6:00 PMTech Rehearsal – Friday Evening ShowsFinal preparations before the lights come on.
6:00 PM – 6:45 PMJack & Jill Qualification RoundOne song. One chance. Earn your spot in the finals.
Emerald Elegance theme of the night graphic
8:00 PMDoors Open for Friday Evening ShowsFind your seat. Tonight is where the magic begins.
8:30 PM – 10:30 PMFriday Evening ShowsIncredible talent. Unforgettable moments. Welcome to Nova.
11:00 PM – 5:00 AMSocial DancingMeet new friends, dance with your heroes, make memories.
11:30 PMJulio Bravo & Su Orquesta Live ConcertLive music. Full dance floor. Pure energy.

Saturday Schedule

Time Activity
9:00 AMDoors OpenReady for another unforgettable day at Nova?
10:00 AM – 5:00 PMDance WorkshopsA full day of learning from some of the best.
12:00 PM – 2:00 PMMambo Fusion Style ChallengeTrain hard. Push yourself. Level up.
3:30 PM – 6:30 PMPool PartySunshine, music, dancing, and good vibes.
4:00 PM – 6:00 PMTech Rehearsal – Saturday Evening ShowsFinal preparations for an incredible night.
5:00 PM – 9:00 PMCumbia WorkshopsNew rhythms. New moves. New connections.
Midnight Gold theme of the night graphic
7:45 PMDoors OpenThe doors are open. The evening begins.
8:30 PM – 10:30 PMSaturday Evening ShowsWorld-class talent. One stage. One incredible night.
11:00 PM – 5:00 AMSocial DancingThe music won’t stop. Neither should you.
11:00 PMCumbia Live ConcertA different rhythm. The same unforgettable energy.
12:00 AMDani J Live ConcertLive music. Unforgettable moments.
5:00 AMGoodnight / Good MorningYou came for a festival. You leave with memories.

Sunday Schedule

Time Activity
10:00 AMDoors OpenOne last day. Let’s make it count.
10:00 AMSunday Evening Shows Tech RehearsalFinal preparations for a memorable finale.
9:00 AM – 11:00 AMAntonio & Jasmina ChallengePush your limits. Rise to the challenge.
11:00 AM – 4:00 PMDance WorkshopsOne more day to learn, connect, and grow.
3:00 PM – 5:00 PMSalsa & Bachata Jack & Jill CompetitionWho will rise to the top and claim the crown?
5:00 PM – 7:30 PMPool PartySunshine, laughter, music, and friends.
Casual Sunday theme of the night graphic
7:30 PMDoors OpenLet’s celebrate an unforgettable weekend.
8:00 PM – 9:00 PMSunday Evening ShowsA beautiful ending to an incredible journey.
9:30 PM – 3:00 AMSocial DancingOne more song. One more dance. One more memory.
3:00 AMUntil Next YearThank you for being part of the Nova Dance Fest family.

Friday Workshop Schedule:

Workshop schedule subject to change

Room 1 Room 2 Room 3 Room 4
12:00 PMClaudio & ClaudiaAfro CubanOpen LevelBrian & JeannetteSalsa House FusionIntermediate LevelWhitney James-HeskettBachata FootworkOpen LevelPrivates
1:00 PMMichal & NikiM&N Signature Moves - Sensual Bachata - Social Dance ShinesIntermediateArtistPachangaOpen LevelMariah & AndreaUrban Bachata PartneringOpen LevelPrivates
2:00 PMJhoana PalhuaLadies Styling - SalsaIntermediate LevelDennis & DanielleSalsa Caleña PartneringIntermediate LevelVanessa & GuillermoSensual Bachata PartneringOpen LevelPrivates
3:00 PMJSquaredFlow & Musicality - Traditional BachataOpen LevelJhon & LizTurn Patterns & TechniqueIntermediate LevelHelen VazquezCha Cha ChaOpen LevelPrivates
4:00 PMTech RehearsalMargarita & JohnnySensual Bachata TechniqueOpen LevelMarco AguilarME Sabor Salsa Partnering On1Intermediate LevelEdwin & DakhotaThe Roots of BachataOpen Level
5:00 PMTech Rehearsal-Jhoana PalhuaBachata ChallengeLuis AguilarSalsa On2 - FundamentalsOpen Level
6:00 PMTech Rehearsal-Jhoana PalhuaBachata Challenge-

Saturday Workshop Schedule:

Workshop schedule subject to change

Room 1 Room 2 Room 3 Room 4 Room 5
10:00 AMDavid & JenniferTechnique On2 - Salsa PartneringInter/AdvMichael & TrangSocial Dance Moves, Salsa On2 PartneringSabine McHughLadies Styling BachataOpen LevelMisa & AlanaSensual Bachata PartneringIntermediate-
11:00 AMMisakiMisaki Style On2 Salsa ShinesAdvanceFerry FleursCha Cha ChaOpen LevelCassandra VillaseñorTraditional Bachata ShinesInter/AdvMichal & NikiSensual Bachata with Zouk FlavourIntermediate-
12:00 PMEdwin & DakhotaBachata del Barrio - TraditionalIntermediateMilton MartinezSpinning Technique - SalsaOpen LevelAntonio & JasminaMambo ChallengeElian & AshleyMambo Fusion ShinesAdvance-
1:00 PMAlex ToledoLadies Styling Salsa On2Intermediate LevelBryan & AriannaStyling and Partnering Salsa On2Open LevelAntonio & JasminaMambo ChallengeTeam Practice-
2:00 PMJuan & SaraSensual Bachata PartneringAdvanceJoshua & NataliSalsa On2 ShinesIntermediateAnnaliza PeñaLatin Motion & Body ExpressionOpen LevelMariah & AndreaM&A Bachata FootworkOpen Level-
3:00 PMAntonio & JasminaBerady Method - Salsa On2Open LevelMarisa CraigPosture & AlignmentOpen LevelKat & JosueBachata Song IntrosIntermediate LevelMitzySamba-
4:00 PMTech RehearsalJarosky & MarikaPartnering Salsa On2Open LevelNgocLadies Styling BachataOpen LevelPatrick & JohannaFUZE Method for Body Movements - Sensual BachataInter/Adv-

Sunday Workshop Schedule:

Workshop schedule subject to change

Room 1 Room 2 Room 3 Room 4
9:00 AM--Jhoana PalhuaBachata Challenge-
10:00 AMTech Rehearsal-Jhoana PalhuaBachata ChallengeAntonio & JasminaMambo Challenge
11:00 AMAlex ToledoBody MovementsOpen LevelMilton MartinezSalsa Shines On2IntermediateMargarita & JohnnyCambré & Dips - Sensual BachataIntermediateAntonio & JasminaMambo Challenge
12:00 PMElian & AshleyPartnerwork Social - Salsa On2IntermediateJhon & LizTurn Patterns and Spinning - Salsa On1Open LevelAlana PuertoLadies Styling - BachataOpen LevelJuan & SaraBachata SensualIntermediate Level
1:00 PMAntonio & JasminaMambo FusionAdvanceOksana KlimashkinaLadies Styling - Salsa On2Open LevelAva & RodolfoSalsa Lifts and TricksOpen LevelJSquaredBachata Traditional - PartneringIntermediate Level
2:00 PMClaudio & ClaudiaAfro - RumbaOpen LevelPatrick & JohannaFUZE Method of Turns - BachataOpen LevelHector & AnnalizaStyling and Musicality - Salsa On2Intermediate LevelJhoana PalhuaLadies Styling - BachataIntermediate/Adv
3:00 PMJack & JillJennifer & DavidPachangaIntermediate LevelDeymian & AngieRhythm & Technique Salsa On2Open LevelTeam Practice
4:00 PMJack & Jill---
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