Blackpool Dance Festival: The world's first and most famous annual 8-day ballroom dance competition of international significance, held in the Empress Ballroom at the Winter Gardens, Blackpool, England, since 1920. If you have yet to attend, it's a must-have experience. During my first time at Blackpool, I started with Singles and championship rounds on Monday & Tuesday. Then, on Wednesday, we performed a Mambo as the first American Rhythm showcase at the Grand Gala Dinner. This week was filled