07/07/2026
Big dreams start young.
Empire Kids Day celebrates the next generation of champions with a full day of exciting competition, unforgettable moments, and a supportive atmosphere they’ll remember for years to come!
We at Empire pioneered:
❤️ Minimum 1:20 music duration for each dance
💥 Minimum 7 + adjudicators all kids’ panels
😎 All Grand Championship Finalists enter via central stage stairs
☁️ Free Cotton Candy…unlimited for kids small and not-so-small!
Bring your dancers. Bring your dreams. We’ll see you on the floor.
EMPIRE OPEN DANCE FESTIVAL • KIDS DAY
📅 Sunday, August 2, 2026
Register today:
www.empireopendancefestival.com/registration
🔗 IN BIO
07/06/2026
ANNOUNCING...THE RUSLAN AIDAEV WORKSHOP!
The smallest details create the biggest difference.
Weight transfer. Grounding. Center control. The mechanics behind effortless movement.
Respected by serious competitors for his analytical approach to Latin technique, Ruslan Aidaev breaks down the fundamentals that separate good dancers from exceptional ones.
Join Ruslan Aydaev on Wednesday, July 29 | 5 - 6 PM and experience the details that transform the way you move.
REGISTER HERE: https://tinyurl.com/5hfpzrbu
Heidi Burns & Donnie Burns Mbe
07/04/2026
The week you've been waiting for is approaching...
The music. The energy. The packed ballroom. The friends you only see a few times a year. It all comes together July 26 to August 2, and we can't wait to welcome everyone back.
Registration is now open.
✨EMPIRE OPEN DANCE FESTIVAL
July 29 to August 2, 2026
✨EMPIRE DANCE CAMP
July 26–28, 2026
✨EMPIRE GALA - NIGHT OF THE STARS!
Thursday, July 30th
Register today:
www.empireopendancefestival.com/registration
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