GLOW Dance Festival, organized by World Dance Union, is a Madrid salsa and bachata festival featuring workshops, social dancing, parties, shows, concerts, and competitions at Hotel Exe Convention Plaza Madrid.
The main festival days are Friday, November 13 through Sunday, November 15, 2026. Full-pass access runs from November 13 at 15:00 to November 16 at 02:00, Madrid local time (CET, UTC+01:00). Additional information lists doors opening at 12:00; the official event start is 15:00. Detailed workshop, performance, and concert times will be announced separately.
Competitions: Jack & Jill on Friday, November 13; Open Groups and Bootcamp on Saturday, November 14. Group categories are Men’s Bachata, Men’s Salsa, Ladies Bachata, Ladies Salsa, Couples Bachata, Couples Salsa, and Bootcamp. Announced cash prizes total EUR 1,000.
Early-bird prices: Full Pass EUR 40, including all workshops, parties, and socials; Friday Jack & Jill Leader or Follower entry EUR 25, including Friday admission; Saturday group competition EUR 30 per person, including Full Pass; both Friday and Saturday competitions EUR 50 per person, including Full Pass. Each group member needs one competition entry, and participation must be confirmed separately with the organizer. Early-bird quantities are limited. Entry is for ages 18 and over.
Separate accommodation: a double room for two with breakfast costs EUR 130 per night. A minimum two-night stay including Friday and Saturday is required. Check-in is available November 12 or 13, and check-out must be by November 15. Confirm availability and the final price when booking. Ticket and room prices include VAT. The restaurant and bar are paid services, and there is no luggage storage.
Venue: Hotel Exe Convention Plaza Madrid, Carretera Fuencarral a Alcobendas, Km 8, Madrid, Spain.
Competition registration and inquiries: palmitas.sa@gmail.com · +34 669 648 959
Tickets: https://worldtickets.es/es/events/glow-dance-festival-salsa-y-bachata/articles
