Istanbul World Dance Congress Summer 2026

About this event

Istanbul World Dance Congress is a Salsa and Bachata festival held August 20 to 25, 2026, at The Green Park Pendik Hotel & Convention Center in Pendik. Workshops begin Thursday at 8:00 PM, followed by the welcome party from 11:00 PM to 5:00 AM, and the program continues into Tuesday morning.

Across the congress, daytime workshops and masterclasses are paired with pool socials, multiple party floors, sunrise parties, shows, competitions, and a VIP boat party. The Bachata lineup includes Pinto Picasso; Daniel Sanchez; Melvin & Gatica; Cornel & Rithika; Abdel & Lety; Dario & Sara; York & Lisa; Burak & Estefania; Simon & Lolahontas; Leandro & Jomante; Tonio Kan; Sergio & Elena; Sakis & Mia.

DJ Khalid provides music, and Saturday features a live Bachata concert by Pinto Picasso. The competition program includes Amateur Jack & Jill, Salsanama, and Bachatanama.

Pass options include a Standard pass for €145, an Exclusive pass for €180, a Day pass for €85, and the Bachata Master Class for €100. Hotel accommodation is separate.

The host hotel offers restaurants, bars, pools, spa and fitness facilities, and valet parking. It is near Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, and admission to the VIP boat party includes transportation between the hotel and Kartal Pier.