📍 LOCATION & VENUE

South Side Ballroom at Gilley’s Dallas
1135 Botham Jean Blvd
Dallas, TX 75215

With multiple dance floors, workshops, competitions, mentor sessions, and social dancing throughout the weekend, there’s going to be a LOT happening under one roof! We encourage you to familiarize yourself with our venue layout before arriving.
[VIEW THE VENUE MAP]
 
🚗 PARKING IS ON US!
You read that right! Forever Country has already covered your parking for the entire event! That’s a savings of $15 per day, or up to $45 for the weekend! Just another little way we’re saying THANK YOU for being part of the Forever Country community. 
 
🎟️ REGISTRATION, CHECK-IN & RE-ENTRY
We want to get you checked in and onto the dance floor as quickly as possible! Here’s what you need to know before arriving.

📍 REGISTRATION & CHECK-IN HOURS

• Friday, November 20: Opens at 9:00 AM

• Saturday, November 21: Opens at 8:30 AM

• Sunday, November 22: Opens at 8:30 AM
   

📲 HAVE YOUR QR CODE READY!
 
To help us expedite the check-in process, please have your ticket QR code ready when you arrive.
You can find your QR code in your confirmation email from Danceplace or access it directly through the Danceplace app.
Having it pulled up before reaching the registration desk will help us get everyone checked in quickly!
 
👢 WRISTBANDS & RE-ENTRY
Every attendee will receive a wristband at check-in that corresponds to their purchased pass type.
Your wristband MUST be worn throughout the event and is required for re-entry.
You’re welcome to come and go throughout the day, but please keep your wristband on! It identifies your access privileges and allows our team to quickly verify your pass when returning to the venue.

🎟️ KNOW YOUR PASS ACCESS
Different passes provide different levels of access throughout the event. Please review the information below so you know when you can enter the South Side Ballroom.

👢 WEEKEND PASS HOLDERS
Your Weekend Pass gives you full access throughout the entire event, including:

• All workshops Friday through Sunday

• Social dancing throughout the weekend

• Competitions (individual entry fees apply)

• Access to the mentorship program, including one complimentary small-group mentor session, subject to availability
   

🏆 COMPETITOR PASS HOLDERS
Your Competitor Pass allows you to participate in competitions and enjoy social dancing throughout the weekend.
IMPORTANT: Competitor Pass holders may enter the South Side Ballroom once workshops have concluded for the day. Your pass does not include access during workshop hours.
Competition entry fees are separate.

🎶 SPECTATOR & SOCIAL DANCING PASS HOLDERS
Coming to watch your friends compete and enjoy some social dancing? We can’t wait to have you!
Spectator Pass holders may enter the South Side Ballroom once workshops have concluded for the day.
Your pass includes access to competitions and social dancing but does not include workshops.
PLEASE NOTE: If you have a Day Pass, your access is based on the specific day purchased.

🍔 FOOD & BEVERAGES
Dancing works up an appetite, and we’ve got you covered!
Food and beverages will be available for purchase inside the venue.
Gilley’s offers stadium-style food options, making it easy to grab something to eat without leaving the event.

IMPORTANT VENUE POLICY:
🚫 No outside food or beverages are permitted inside the venue.
💧 EMPTY WATER BOTTLES ARE ALLOWED!

We encourage you to bring an empty, refillable water bottle to stay hydrated throughout the weekend.

WHERE TO FIND WATER: Water dispensers are located inside both the men’s and women’s restrooms in the first restroom area on your RIGHT when entering the South Side Ballroom. Fill up, stay hydrated, and keep those boots moving!

🗺️ KNOW YOUR DANCE FLOORS
We’ve created separate venue maps to help you navigate workshops and social dancing throughout the weekend.
During workshop hours, different classes and mentor sessions will be happening simultaneously across the venue.
When it’s time for social dancing, our floors will be designated for different types of dancing, including:

🤠 Stationary Dancing
👢 Progressive Dancing
🎶 Line Dancing

Be sure to check out our updated maps so you know exactly where to find your favorite type of dancing!
[EXPLORE THE VENUE LAYOUT]

📅 PLAN YOUR WEEKEND
With so many incredible workshops, competitions, mentor sessions, and special experiences happening throughout Fest, we highly recommend reviewing the schedule ahead of time. Some activities will overlap, so take a little time to decide what you don’t want to miss!
[VIEW THE FULL EVENT SCHEDULE]

🤝 MENTOR SESSIONS
If you purchased a Weekend Pass, you’re eligible for one complimentary small-group mentor session, subject to availability.
Mentor sessions are separate from our regular workshops and provide an opportunity to learn in a smaller, more personalized setting.
Please be sure to review your mentor session details and arrive on time for your scheduled session.

👢 PRIVATE LESSONS
Planning to take a private lesson with one of our instructors or mentors during Fest?
We ask that all private lessons take place in the designated lobby areas rather than on our scheduled workshop or social dancing floors.
This helps us keep our dance floors available for everyone participating in the event!

❤️ COME READY TO HAVE AN INCREDIBLE WEEKEND!
Whether this is your first dance event or your fiftieth, we want you to feel welcome, included, and right at home. Come ready to learn something new, dance with someone you’ve never met, cheer on your friends, and make memories with people who share your love for country dancing.
And don’t forget to tag @forevercountrydancefest in your photos and stories throughout the weekend! We’d LOVE to see and share your Fest experience!