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💃 Celebrate Movement & Grace at Blackpool Dance Festival Events
The Blackpool Dance Festival is one of the world’s most revered ballroom and Latin dance competitions, with roots stretching back over a century. Held in the magnificent Empress Ballroom at the Winter Gardens in Blackpool, this festival and its associated events attract dancers and spectators from across the UK and around the globe.
While the main festival typically runs in May each year, there are major dance events throughout the autumn and winter, including:
- Blackpool Freestyle Championship — 11–12 October 2025
- British National Dance Championships — 20–23 November 2025
Both events feature talented dancers competing in Ballroom, Latin and sequence styles in the beautiful and atmospheric Empress Ballroom.
What Makes These Dance Events Special
- World‑class dance performances from amateur and professional couples
- Elegant Ballroom and dynamic Latin American routines
- A celebration of competitive dance and social artistry
- A lively atmosphere in one of the UK’s most iconic dance venues
The Blackpool Dance Festival and its autumn/winter events have a long heritage and help put Blackpool on the map as a destination for culture, sport and entertainment.
Getting to the Festival with Whiteside Taxis
Travelling to dance events — especially in autumn and late autumn — can be busy and require reliable transport. Whiteside Taxis is proud to offer stress‑free travel to and from the Winter Gardens and wider Blackpool area, with service across the Fylde Coast.
- Door‑to‑door service direct to the Winter Gardens in Blackpool
- Service covering Blackpool, Lytham St Annes, St Annes, Ansdell, Warton, Kirkham and surrounding areas
- Advance bookings for event evenings and return trips
- Card payments accepted and friendly local drivers
- Reliable and comfortable rides — perfect for groups attending dance competitions
Whether you’re arriving for the Freestyle Championships, the British National Dance Championships, or planning a stay in Blackpool with theatre, dinner and event travel, booking in advance ensures your evening runs smoothly.
Tips for Event Travel
- Pre‑book your taxi for both arrival and return journeys
- Allow extra time for event traffic and parking limitations
- Travel from nearby towns on the Fylde Coast to avoid parking charges
- Enjoy dinner, shopping or evening entertainment in Blackpool before or after the event
Dancers, spectators and families attending dance events will find Whiteside Taxis a dependable choice — whether you’re heading straight from home or stopping off in Blackpool for dinner, shopping and evening entertainment.
Book Your Ride
To secure your transport for Blackpool Dance Festival events: