Festival
Christmas Magic 2026
An international dance festival by Freedom to Dance — two days of competitions, show programmes and festive Christmas atmosphere at Arena Hall in Samokov, open to all dancers regardless of affiliation.
- Venue
- Arena Hall
Samokov, Bulgaria
Directions → - Organiser
- Freedom to Dance
- Disciplines
- Latin AmericanStandardSalsaBachataContemporary danceJazzHip-hopStreet danceChildren's danceOther
- Categories
- Age ChildrenJunior 1Junior 2YouthAdultsSeniorsLevel First StepsBasic 1Basic 2OpenPro-AmFormat SoloCouplesSynchroFormationsShow danceOther International participationOther
- Entry deadline
- 25 November 2026 · 27 days left
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About the event
Christmas Magic is Freedom to Dance’s special Christmas dance event — one stage, lots of talent and one big dance magic. On 5–6 December 2026, Arena Hall in Samokov will bring together young talents, established dancers, competitive couples and special guests from Bulgaria and abroad. The programme features solo, couple, synchro, show, Pro-Am and formation competitions across all age groups and levels, from First Steps to Open, assessed by a professional panel of adjudicators with national and international experience. Participation is open to everyone, regardless of federation, club or other affiliation. Every dancer receives a medal, finalists receive diplomas and prizes, and the winners take home trophies. Adult couples (over 18) compete for prize money for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in the Latin and Standard events.
Fees and admission
Entry fees
Starting fee — €20 for the dancer’s first entry (valid for the whole festival) Each further entry by the same dancer — +€5 Groups only (synchro team, formation, Show Dance formation) — €10 per entry Maximum per dancer — €80 Fees are paid on site when the club checks in, according to the final list; bank transfer is also possible on request.
Spectator admission
€10 per day for adults; children under 10 — free