Deluxe Cup 2026 returns to Italy for an international weekend of Ballroom and Latin DanceSport competitions, combining WDSF events with national FIDESM competitions across multiple age groups and categories. Hosted at Athena Dance & Events in Capriolo, the competition welcomes dancers from around the world for two full days of performances, rankings, and high-level competition.
The event creates a strong mix of international and national DanceSport atmosphere, bringing together experienced couples, rising talents, solo dancers, and senior competitors in one large competition weekend. Deluxe Cup is designed for both athletes and spectators who want to experience top-level DanceSport in a dynamic and elegant environment.
One of the highlights of the event is the evening session accompanied by live music from the Grande Orchestra Italiana led by Simone Mezzapesa. The live orchestra adds a special atmosphere to the competition, combining DanceSport with the energy of live musical performance throughout the gala-style evening program.
Venue
Deluxe Cup 2026 takes place at Athena Dance & Events in Cossirano di Trenzano, located in the Brescia province in northern Italy.
Venue Address:
Athena Dance & Events
Via Marconi 11/C
Cossirano di Trenzano (BS), Italy
The venue features a modern and elegant ballroom designed to host large-scale DanceSport events in a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere. The entire venue is fully air-conditioned, ensuring comfortable conditions for dancers, officials, and spectators throughout the competition weekend.
The ballroom itself is spacious and well suited for international-level Ballroom and Latin competitions, providing enough space for both performances and relaxation between rounds. During the event, participants and visitors can also enjoy an equipped internal bar area offering sandwiches, pizza, snacks, and refreshments throughout the day.
For spectators who want a more immersive experience, reserved seats directly by the dance floor are available. These seats offer an exclusive close-up view of the competitions and evening performances, allowing guests to experience the atmosphere and energy of the event from a premium position.
Floor-side seat reservations:
Phone: +39 348 964 4404
Email: reservations@delueasd.it
Dining Near the Venue
Located directly next to the ballroom, Pizzeria La Maiolica offers convenient lunch and dinner options for dancers, coaches, and visitors during the competition weekend.
The restaurant serves a variety of Italian specialties including crispy pizzas, โnuvolaโ style pizzas, and selected cured meat specialties. Its location next to the venue makes it an easy and practical option between competition sessions or after the evening events.
After a long day of competitions, the restaurant provides a relaxed and social atmosphere where participants can enjoy dinner without needing to travel far from the ballroom.
Pizzeria La Maiolica Contact:
Phone: +39 333 525 3430
What to Expect
- WDSF International Open Standard and Latin competitions
- National FIDESM Standard and Latin competitions
- Solo Female Latin categories
- Junior, Youth, Adult, Under 21, and Senior divisions
- Rising Stars competitions
- International participants and adjudicators
- Evening sessions with live orchestra music
- Structured two-day competition schedule
- Competitive international DanceSport atmosphere
Competition Categories
Saturday โ 13 June 2026
National FIDESM Competitions
- Age Categories 8/9, 10/11, 12/13, 14/15
- Standard and Latin American dances
- Adult 19/34 Standard
- Senior categories 35/44, 55/60, 61/64
- Standard and Latin American dances
WDSF Competitions
- WDSF International Open Adult Standard
- WDSF International Solo Female Latin
- WDSF Open Rising Stars Standard
- WDSF Open Under 21 Latin
- WDSF Open Junior II Latin
- WDSF Open Junior II Standard
- WDSF Open Youth Latin
- WDSF Open Senior I Standard
- WDSF Open Senior III Standard
- WDSF Open Senior III Latin
Sunday โ 14 June 2026
National FIDESM Competitions
- Age Category 16/18 Standard and Latin American
- Adult 19/34 Latin American
- Senior categories 45/54, 65/69, 70/74, 75 OL
- Standard and Latin American dances
WDSF Competitions
- WDSF International Open Adult Latin
- WDSF Open Junior II Solo Female Latin
- WDSF Open Youth Solo Female Latin
- WDSF Open Rising Stars Latin
- WDSF Open Under 21 Standard
- WDSF Open Youth Standard
- WDSF Open Senior II Standard
- WDSF Open Senior II Latin
- WDSF Open Senior IV Standard
- WDSF Open Senior V Standard
Live Music & Evening Atmosphere
The evening part of Deluxe Cup 2026 features live music performed by the Grande Orchestra Italiana of Simone Mezzapesa. The orchestra accompanies the competitions during the evening session, creating a unique atmosphere that combines competitive DanceSport with the elegance of live performance music.
This combination of international competition and live musical accompaniment gives the event a distinctive character and creates a memorable experience for both dancers and spectators.
Registration
Participants should review the official competition schedule, entry system, and category information before registering. Due to the large number of international and national events planned across the weekend, early registration is strongly recommended.
Additional information regarding entries, hotels, transfers, airports, and timetables is available through the official organizer channels.
Travel & Accommodation
Capriolo is located in the Lombardy region of northern Italy and can be reached from several nearby airports, including Milan Bergamo Airport and Milan Malpensa Airport. The area offers hotel options in Capriolo, Brescia, and surrounding towns.
Competitors and visitors are encouraged to arrange accommodation and transport early, especially for the full competition weekend.
Notes
Competition schedules, category timings, and event details may be updated before the event. Always follow the official competition website and organizer communication for the latest information regarding registrations, timetables, and participation requirements.