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Dallas Dance Festival Online Registration

Register Now!

Two events - One Pass!

Your Dallas Dance Festival pass also valid for entry to Midnight Madness contests and included workshops! Send our Registrar an email if you are planning to enter any MM contests so we can set you up in their system! Email Pam Butler at registration76179@aol.com. 

Important Dates

Early bird prices end 10/15

UCWDC Contest Deadline 11/5

Please make sure your UCWDC Associate Membership is active! www.ucwdc.org

Social Contests Deadlines TBA!

DanceHall Progressive Strictly 

NCDC Line Dance

CTST Country Two Step Tour

Registration form

DDF 2026 Registration Form v6.6.2026 (pdf)Download

Social Contests

DanceHall Traditional Progressive Strictly

Description: A slotted, progressive dance moving counterclockwise around the floor.

Rules & Judging Criteria

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  1. Timing: Judged on one-count timing (stepping to the beat).
  2. Footwork: Syncopated steps allowed. Stops permitted for up to 8 counts on each straight away. Barcoast patterns, like whips and slotted moves, are allowed.
  3. Lifts & Tricks: One foot must remain on the ground. Rides, pendulums, and one-footed spins are allowed.
  4. Musicality: Rewarded for matching movements to musical moments.
  5. Safety: Running into competitors reduces points.
  6. All competitors must wear appropriate shoes.


 Strictly:

  • Divisions: Novice, Intermediate, Advanced
  • Bring your own partner competition judged on technique, musicality, originality, and performance quality. 


NCDC Rules and Points: www.nationalcountrydancecircuit.com

NCDC Line Dance

Overview:

  • Novice and Intermediate divisions
  • Songs/dances will be released about a month before the event! 

DDF 3 Dance Championships ```NEW!!```

Overview:

  • Couples will dance Polka, Two Step and West Coast Swing (all 3 required)
  • Tricks and dips are ok - no lifts please
  • No routine required
  • Music will not be altered from the original BPMs
  • Club attire is encouraged, no need to blind anyone with professional costume sparkles
  • Hat or boots optional - however, appropriate footwear is required

All contests require a Dallas Dance Festival or Midnight Madness weekend pass to enter!

Attention Attendees! Paking & Transportation

Parking

Our hotel venue is conveniently located at DFW. If you're driving in, please use the "Ticket Only" lanes to enter. The hotel will validate your ticket. If you choose the toll or toll/ticket lanes, your ticket cannot be validated.

Here are some important directions for driving to the hotel:

  1. As you approach the airport, make sure your GPS does not have the "No tolls" option activated; otherwise, you might end up circling the airport.
  2. When you arrive, use one of the two right-hand lanes marked "Ticket Only." Take a ticket from the machine.
  3. Before you leave the airport, bring your ticket to the hotel front desk or concierge to validate it. If your stay is less than 24 hours, only a validated ticket is required. If your stay exceeds 24 hours, you'll need both your validated ticket and a validation form which will be filled out and provided to you by the hotel front desk or concierge staff. 
  4. When departing, use your validated ticket at the "Cash Only" exit gate.

Important Note: If you use your toll tag instead of taking a ticket, neither the hotel, Dallas Dance Festival or Midnight Madness can refund you. To avoid issues, please stick to the "Ticket Only" route.

Terminal C

 A walking path from Terminal C to the Hyatt Regency DFW, is available starting at Terminal C, upper level across from Gates 19/20. Walking path will require to you to following the signage leading you through the Terminal C parking garage and continued through the separate Hyatt Regency DFW Terminal C parking garage, and then proceeding to hotel lobby. Walking path to Hotel from Terminal C is ONLY recommended for guests traveling with 1 or less pieces of luggage, as the path will lead through multiple sets of stairs before reaching the Hyatt Regency DFW. 

Hotel Shuttle

 Guests of Hyatt Regency DFW International Airport enjoy complimentary 24/7 shuttle service between the hotel and all DFW terminals. To request a Hyatt shuttle pickup from any terminal, please call +1 972 453 1234 OR text +1 972 325 0899 once you have arrived at the Purple Courtesy Pickup area within your terminal. There are two pickup points within each terminal, both located outside on the lower ground level. Designated Hyatt shuttle pickup points are located at: A8 & A39, B4 & B48, C3, D6 & D38 and E2 & E38. When calling or texting, please include your name, terminal, gate number and the number of people within your party. 

Midnight madness Online Registration

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Tentative Schedule Coming soon

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Heat Sheets Available during the event

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