August 28 & 29, 2026 • Montreal, Canada • Where Cold Meets Fire

Competition

Competition Prizes & Awards

International Alliance

Open Solo Showcase

The winner of the Open Solo Showcase will earn the opportunity to represent The North at The Summit Championship 2027 and Fusion International Dance Competition 2027.

The Summit Championship

Prize includes:

  • Event Pass
  • Competition Registration

Fusion International Dance Competition

Prize includes:

  • Round-trip flight from country of origin to Mexico City
  • 2 hotel nights in a shared room
  • Event Pass
  • Competition Registration

Open Couple Showcase

The winners of the Open Couple Showcase will earn the opportunity to represent The North at Mambolee One 2027 in Monterrey, Mexico.

Mambolee One

Prize includes:

  • Round-trip flights from country of origin to Monterrey
  • 2 hotel nights in a shared room
  • Event Pass
  • Competition Registration

National Alliance

Amateur Couple Salsa & Bachata Showcase

The winners of the Amateur Couple Salsa & Bachata Showcase will receive national partner prizes from the Calgary International Salsa Congress and Canada Salsa & Bachata Congress.

Calgary International Salsa Congress

Prize includes:

  • Full Event Pass
  • Full Competition Registration

Canada Salsa & Bachata Congress (CSBC)

Prize includes:

  • 50% off Event Pass
  • Full Competition Registration

Amateur Ladies & Men Solo Bachata Showcase

The winners of the Amateur Ladies & Men Solo Bachata Showcase will receive the national partner prize below.

Montreal Bachata Festival

Prize includes:

  • 50% off Event Pass
  • 50% Competition Registration

Amateur Ladies & Men Solo Salsa Showcase

The winners of the Amateur Ladies & Men Solo Salsa Showcase will receive the national partner prize below.

Montreal Salsa Convention

Prize includes:

  • 50% off Event Pass
  • 50% Competition Registration

Cash Prizes

One vs One Salsa

250$ Cash Prize

One vs One Bachata

250$ Cash Prize

Open Duo Showcase

300$ Cash Prize

Open Team Showcase

500$ Cash Prize

Open Team Shines Showcase

500$ Cash Prize

Awards

The Rising Star of The North

This special award recognizes the emerging Amateur soloist, couple, or duo with the highest score across the Showcase Competitions.

Award includes:

  • Special Recognition
  • Featured Promotion Across The North Latin Festival Platforms
  • Featured Performance at The North Latin Festival 2026 Gala Showcase

The North Top School

This award recognizes the dance school or company with the strongest overall performance across the Showcase Competitions. Schools will be ranked based on their competitors' performance throughout the competition, following an overall medal standings system.

Award includes:

  • Special Recognition
  • Featured Promotion Across The North Latin Festival Platforms
  • Contract Opportunity for The North Latin Festival 2027

The North Latin Festival

Prize Terms & Conditions

Prizes are non-transferable, have no cash value unless expressly identified as a cash prize, and may only be redeemed for the benefits specifically listed. Prizes are subject to the applicable competition rules, eligibility requirements, and conditions. Please review the complete Competition Rules & Guidelines for full details.

Review Competition Rules & Guidelines