LOCATION

Delta Hotels Burnaby Conference Centre

4331 Dominion St, Burnaby, BC

Parking: Free parking in the adjacent Casino lot

HOST HOTEL #1

Delta Hotels Burnaby Conference Centre

4331 Dominion St, Burnaby, BC

rates from $289/night.

Book by April 3, 2026.

HOST HOTEL #2

Element Vancouver Metrotown

5988 Willingdon Avenue Burnaby, BC

rates from $309/night.

Book by April 3, 2026.

VENUE

  • Opens 1 hour before the first performance each day

  • Starbucks, Restaurant and Concession available on-site

  • Designated Girls, Boys and a Universal (Gender neutral/family friendly) changeroom will be provided.

CHECK-IN

  • Dancers should check-in at the registration table on their first day to collect their event medal. You do not have to check-in each day.

  • Teachers & Studio Owners should check-in at the regisration table to receive their backstage pass and complimentary event program, while supplies last.

AUDIENCE

  • Opens 15 minutes before the first performance

  • Free Admission for the regular competition

  • NO photos or videos permitted during performances

BACKSTAGE

  • Only teachers, studio directors & dancers/performers are allowed backstage

  • No parents/guardians/audience members permitted at anytime

  • Performers must check-in 5 numbers before their routine with our Backstage Manager

  • Song & Dance Solo/Duo/Trios must check in 7 numbers before performance if they wish to be mic’d.

PROPS

  • Oversized props must be brought through the loading bay around the backside of the hotel

  • Please bring props in/out before the start of the session, or during session breaks only. You are welcome to leave props that are used throughout the event on site for the duration. XL props that are only used once should be removed daily to ensure there is adequate space backstage for incoming items.

  • If you will be placing anything on stage prior to your routine (props, jackets, hats etc.), please be sure to inform the backstage team ahead of time.

IMPORTANT DETAILS:

  • Please be aware that our schedule may run up to 30 minutes early. We ask that all dancers, teachers, and audience members are prepared in advance to ensure no one misses their performance or award session.

  • Evolve Dance Competition is not responsible for any lost, stolen, or misplaced items in the changerooms, backstage areas, rehearsal spaces or theatre. We strongly recommend that all participants and attendees keep valuables with them at all times and label all personal belongings.

To cap off an exciting competition, we are thrilled to host the Evolve DanceDown, held on the final day of competition.*

DanceDown Finalists will re-compete for additional CASH prizes, with judge's selections for Mini/Junior and Teen/Senior DanceDown winners, based solely on the performances in this electric event! Over $30,000 in cash awards and scholarships will be presented throughout the DanceDown!

BURNABY #2 — DANCEDOWN

Date: Sunday May 10th

Time: 6:30pm

Doors will open 15 minutes prior to the start time. Seating is general admission.

TICKET PRICING

LIMIT 2 TICKETS PER FAMILY

Adult — $21

Youth (6-18) — $16

Senior (65+) — $16

Child (5-under)- $5

Non-Performing Dancers — $5

*plus applicable taxes and ticketing fees