Bitola Open Dance Challenge 2026 returns with a full day of Ballroom, Latin, choreographic, and stage dance competitions in North Macedonia. The event combines WDSF solo categories with team battles and modern dance disciplines, creating a dynamic environment for dancers of different ages, styles, and experience levels.
The competition welcomes solo dancers, couples, duos, and teams from both local and international dance communities. Alongside traditional Ballroom and Latin categories, participants can also compete in stage dance disciplines including Hip Hop, Contemporary, Show Dance, Jazz Dance, and more.
A special highlight of the 2026 edition is the new Latin Team Battle Dance Challenge featuring a money prize for the winning teams.
Venue
The event takes place at SC "Boro Churleski" in Bitola, North Macedonia. Bitola is one of the countryโs best-known cultural cities and offers a comfortable setting for dancers and visitors traveling from neighboring countries and across Europe.
What to Expect
- WDSF Open Solo Female Standard & Latin competitions
- Ballroom and Latin categories for solos and couples
- Latin Team Battle Dance Challenge
- Multiple age groups and competitive levels
- International participants and judges
- Structured full-day competition schedule
- Stage dance and choreographic disciplines
- Competitive and energetic dance atmosphere
Age Categories
- Juvenile I
- Juvenile II
- Junior I
- Junior II
- Youth
- Adult
- Senior
Members Categories
- Solo
- Couple
- Duo
- Small Team
- Big Team
Ballroom & Latin Disciplines
- Solo (Beginners / Basic / Open)
- Couples (Beginners / Basic / Open)
- Choreographic Latin (All Ladies)
- Choreographic Standard (All Ladies)
- Syncro Latin
- Show Latin
Stage Solo / Duo / Team Disciplines
- Hip Hop Choreographic
- Street Dance
- Open Dance
- Show Dance
- Acro Dance
- Modern / Contemporary Dance
- Dance Fitness
- Jazz Dance
- Majorette & Cheerleaders
- Belly Dance
Registration
Registration is open until June 3, 2026. Dancers are encouraged to complete registration early, especially for WDSF categories and team competitions.
Participation fees:
- WDSF Categories โ 20 โฌ + 10 โฌ for each additional category
- Other Categories โ 35 โฌ + 10 โฌ for each additional category
Audience & VIP Tickets
Tickets are available directly at the entrance of the venue on the competition day.
- Audience Ticket โ 5 โฌ (1 day)
- VIP Table Ticket โ 15 โฌ (1 day)
Travel & Accommodation
Bitola is accessible by car and regional transport connections from several Balkan countries. Participants traveling internationally should consider booking accommodation early to stay close to the venue and city center.
Notes
Competition schedules, category timing, and participation details may change before the event. Participants should regularly check official event sources and organizer announcements for the latest updates.