LOCATION
Markin MacPhail Arena at WinSport Event Centre
151 Canada Olympic Rd S W, Calgary, AB T3B 5R5
Parking: Large lot nearby with free parking
HOST HOTEL #1
Four Points by Sheraton Hotel & Suites Calgary West
8220 Bowridge Crescent NW, Calgary, AB T3B 2V1
Rates from $169/night. Breakfast Buffet Included.
Book by March 1st.
HOST HOTEL #2
Aloft Calgary University
2359 Banff Trail NW, Calgary, AB T2M 4L2
Rates from $149/night. Breakfast Buffet Included.
Book by February 28th.
HOST HOTEL #3
EconoLodge Inn & Suites University
2231 Banff Trail NW, Calgary, AB T2M 4L2
Rates from $100/night. Continental Breakfast Included.
Click “Book A Room” below to book, OR
Call hotel at 403-289-1921 or Toll Free 1-800-917-7779, mention "Evolve Dance Competition"
Book by March 14th.
VENUE
Opens 1 hour before the first performance each day
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 merchandise 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 merchandise 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 of the venue.
Due to ample space on site, all props can be delivered at once and stay in the arena for the duration of the competition.
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.*
All Studio Standout Award recipients will re-compete for $1500 in additional CASH prizes. Our judging panel will each pick their favourite performance(s) from the Mini/Junior and also the Teen/Senior categories. The judge’s selections are based purely on the performance in the Evolve DanceDown!
CALGARY #2B BALLROOM — DANCEDOWN
Date: TBA
Time: TBA
Doors will open 15 minutes prior to the start time. Seating is general admission.
TICKET PRICING
Adult —
Youth —
Senior (65+) —
Non-Performing Dancers —
*plus applicable taxes and ticketing fees