Atlanta Open Dancesport Spectacular: Breaking News!

May 7 - 9, 2026
Crowne Plaza Atlanta Perimeter at Ravinia
Atlanta, GA

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Posted by Amanda Ances

4/13/2026

7:34 AM

THURSDAY EVENING CONGRESS

Competitive energy runs day and night at Atlanta Open with a full schedule of events on Friday, May 8 and Saturday, May 9. And the excitement starts even earlier!

Kick off your competition weekend with our Congress on Thursday evening, May 7 - complimentary for all competitors!

Led by sought-after coaches Martin Cawston, Larinda McRaven, Igor & Polina Pilipenchuk and Bill Sparks, our Congress is designed to sharpen your skills, elevate your mindset and boost your competitive confidence before you step on the floor.

7pm - Larinda McRaven - Smooth
7:30pm - Bill Sparks - Rhythm
8pm - Igor & Polina Pilipenchuk - Ballroom
8:30pm - Martin Cawston - Latin

We can't wait to see you shine in Atlanta!

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Posted by Amanda Ances

4/13/2026

7:31 AM

ATLANTA OPEN CELEBRATES MOTHER'S DAY

Everyday life gets busy and moms often take care of everyone else first.

We're taking a MOMent to celebrate the moms who find time for themselves through the joys of ballroom dance!

On Saturday night at Atlanta Open, we'll roll out the red carpet to celebrate moms who dance - and moms who teach dance - with a special MOMent for Moms.

Join us for a Mother's Day Celebration with Sam, Sarwat and Debbie.

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Posted by Amanda Ances

4/13/2026

7:26 AM

COLA CLUB NIGHT NIGHTCLUB

We're serving up a Coke and a smile at Cola Club Night Nightclub on Friday, May 8 at Atlanta Open!

It's a fun tribute to Atlanta's hometown drink and pop culture symbol Coca-Cola.

In between your heats, cool off with a custom Coke at our DIY Soda Bar. Try a Bachata Blue Raspberry Crush or a Strawberry Salsa Sunset... or mix up your own combination with a variety of colas, garnishes and syrups.

Dress to make a splash in Coke apparel or dress in red & white.

View the Nightclub entry form here.