Chance 2 Dance, Portugal 2025

Event Details

📅 October 3, 2025 - October 10, 2025

📍 Real Marina Hotel, Olhao

£815 / €935 per person

£855 / €985 per person from June 1 2024 onwards

** Early Bird Packages Now Available! **

Experience the Ultimate Dance and Music Holiday in the Algarve!

Join us from October 1–8, 2025, for an unforgettable week of dance, music, and fun in the sun! Following the incredible success of our 2024 event, we are delighted to return to the stunning 5-star Real Marina Hotel in Olhão, Portugal.

With amazing live music provided by a mix of the best social dance bands, solo entertainers and ceili bands from the UK and Ireland, you will definitely enjoy one of the best holidays ever!  From early morning, classes and tutorials, afternoon dancing by the pool, followed by the evening sessions (bring your own instrument and join in!) and finishing off with the ceilis and social dancing in the two ballrooms. 

And then of course there is the late-night bar, which is ALWAYS PACKED and is the heartbeat of every event!  

Whether you love Ceili, Country, Sean Nós, or Social dancing, this event has it all. But don’t wait too long to book—demand is already high for 2025! Last year, our guests described it as the best event yet, and we’re ready to make this year even better. If it’s your first time joining us, you’ll quickly find that our holidays are full of friends you just haven’t met yet! Many of our guests have been traveling with us for over 35 years, and our high repeat bookings speak for themselves.

WHATS INCLUDED

  • Meet and Greet at Faro airport

  • Transfer by luxury coach, minibus or taxi to and from the hotel.

  • 7 nights Dinner Bed and Breakfast

  • Great poolside entertainment daily

  • Classes daily in Ceili, Sets, Sean Nos, Ballroom, Jive and Salsa

  • Dancing every evening to suit ALL tastes

  • Music tutorials daily, (bring your own instrument)

  • Two of Ireland's top Ceili Bands

  • Eight Social Dance duos, trios and solo entertainers.

  • Poolside entertainment daily

  • Outdoor freshwater heated swimming pool

  • Spa and Hydrotherapy treatment rooms (discounts available)

  • Full-time services of the event team

  • Your funds fully protected in our client trust account.

  • No hidden extras or spurious taxes in small print

  • The prices shown are the prices you pay

  • Monthly payment plan also available.

FEATURING

  • Ryan Turner Band

  • Magic Moments

  • Thomas and Fiona

  • Sean Cuddy

  • Frankie McDonald

  • Checkers

  • Michelle Murphy

  • Mick Mulhern

  • Liam McLaughlin

  • Stacey Breen

  • Pat & Irene

THE HOTEL

Our event is hosted at the luxurious Real Marina Hotel, an award-winning 5-star resort offering first-class amenities and stunning views over the Ria Formosa. Guests can enjoy spacious, modern rooms, a spa and wellness center, indoor and outdoor pools, and exceptional dining experiences. Each evening, a delicious dinner is served with a choice of wine, beer, or soft drinks, setting the perfect tone for a night of dancing and entertainment.

With two dedicated ballrooms for our evening ceilis and social dances, as well as daily live music by the pool, the Real Marina Hotel provides the perfect backdrop for our dance and music extravaganza. The legendary late-night bar is the true heartbeat of the event, where impromptu sessions and unforgettable moments happen every evening.

EXPLORE THE AREA

Olhão (pronounced ALL-HUGH) is a hidden gem in the Eastern Algarve, just 10 minutes from Faro Airport. Originally a fishing village, it has grown into a vibrant town while retaining its authentic Portuguese charm. It’s the perfect place to experience the real Algarve, with bustling markets, beautiful waterfront views, and an inviting atmosphere.

Nature lovers will be in awe of the Ria Formosa National Park, a stunning protected lagoon stretching 60 kilometers (40 miles) along the coast. The park is home to rare migratory birds, playful dolphins, and breathtaking sandbank islands like Ilha da Culatra and Ilha da Armona, accessible only by boat or water taxi. Whether you’re exploring the town, savoring the local seafood, or simply soaking up the sunshine, Olhão offers a truly special experience.