

- When
- Friday 5th – Sunday 7th March 2027
- Where
- 4* Alton Towers Resort Hotel, Staffordshire
Over half the rooms already booked
Check Availability & Book✨ Star Studded Line-Up ✨
- ✨ Kai Widdrington & Lauren Oakley
- ✨ Julian Caillon & Alexis Warr
- ✨ Aljaz Skorjanec & Janette Manrara
- ✨ Giovanni Pernice
See the full star-studded line-up
- ✨ British Showdance Champions David Cockram & Rosie Ward
- ✨ Team Warren & Kristi Boyce
- ✨ Argentine Tango Stars Leandro Palou & Maria Tsiatsiani
- ✨ Tony Greenwood 15-Piece Big Band
✨ Spectacular Live Dance Shows ✨ Dance Lessons With The Stars ✨
If you love Strictly, this is your ultimate experience
✨ Imagine spending an unforgettable weekend learning to dance with some of your favourite Strictly Stars, then sitting back to watch them perform spectacular dance shows just for you ✨

✨ You’ll enjoy breathtaking professional shows up close & personal, plus inspiring dance lessons with the Stars, fabulous evening entertainment and plenty of social dancing – all while staying at a beautiful 4-Star Resort Hotel ✨
and there’s so much more to your experience….from fun Q&A’s with the Stars, Red Carpet Photocalls, DSI Costume Displays, to a fabulous Black Tie Ball starring The Tony Greenwood 15-piece Big Band… it’s a weekend full of ballroom glitz and glamour.

✨ Exclusive Highlights ✨
- 3 Days of Spectacular Professional Dance Shows – enjoy intimate performances from your favourite Stars
- Sensational Group Performances
- 7 hours of dance lessons with the Stars – grouped by ability
- Fun Q&A’s – get the inside scoop and ask your burning questions
- Black Tie Ball – dance the night away to a live 15-piece Big Band!
- Red Carpet Photocalls – capture your memories with the Stars
- 4-Star Resort Hotel stay

Your Alton Towers 2027 Star-Studded Line-Up

Aljaž Škorjanec &
Janette Manrara
Kai Widdrington &
Lauren Oakley
Julian Caillon &
Alexis Warr
Giovanni Pernice Leandro Palou &
Maria Tsiatsiani
David Cockram &
Rosie Ward
Team Warren &
Kristi Boyce
Tony Greenwood
15-Piece Big Band
⭐ Join Strictly Come Dancing Stars Kai Widdrington & Lauren Oakley✨ Aljaz Skorjanec & Janette Manrara ✨ Giovanni Pernice ✨ Julian Caillon & Alexis Warr ✨ British Showdance Champions David Cockram & Rosie Ward ✨ Argentine Tango Stars Leandro Palou & Maria Tsiatsiani ✨ Team Warren & Kristi Boyce ✨The Tony Greenwood Big Band ✨ at the fabulous 4* Alton Towers Resort Hotel ⭐
5 * Google Reviews
✨ There aren’t many holiday companies where 7 out of 10 of our guests return again, and again ✨

Your Dancing With The Stars Experience at Alton Towers 2027
Here’s a taste of what you can look forward to…
Friday
- Arrive, check-in and settle into your 4* hotel
- Ballroom Dance lesson with Aljaž Škorjanec & Janette Manrara
- 3-course Dinner in The Secret Garden Restaurant
- Evening social dancing
- Argentine Tango Performance starring Leandro Palou & Maria Tsiatsiani
- Spectacular Ballroom & Latin Performance starring Aljaž & Janette, plus fun Q&A
- Red Carpet Photocall – featuring the Stars of your Show

Saturday
- Breakfast in The Secret Garden Restaurant
- Start your day with our fun Latin Line class
- Waltz lesson with British Champions David Cockram & Rosie Ward
- Jive lesson with Giovanni Pernice
- Q&A & Photocall with Giovanni Pernice
- Cha Cha lesson with Julian Caillon & Alexis Warr
- Argentine Tango lesson with Leandro Palou & Maria Tsiatsiani
- Time to relax, enjoy the hotel or practise your new moves
- 3-course Dinner in The Secret Garden Restaurant

Then it’s time to dress up for the highlight of your weekend…
Saturday Night Black Tie Ball
Enjoy a fabulous evening featuring the Tony Greenwood 15-piece Big Band, Spectacular Live Performances from David & Rosie, Julian & Alexis, Team Warren & Kristi Boyce, fun Q&A’s, Social Dancing, plus fab Red Carpet Photocalls.

Sunday
- Rumba lesson with Kai Widdrington & Lauren Oakley
- Tango lesson with Tony Bennett
- Farewell dance
- Grand-Finale Performance starring Kai & Lauren, plus fun Q&A
- Final Red Carpet Photocall before we say farewell…

Dance lessons for every level
All our dance lessons are split by dance experience, with separate sessions for Beginners, Improvers and Intermediate dancers – so you’ll enjoy a fab lesson with each of our featured Stars at a level that’s just right for you.
Programme is our confirmed working guide, and may be subject to change.
Early Bird Booking Price – Don’t Miss Out!

Friday 5th – Sunday 7th March 2027
Alton Towers Resort Hotel, Staffordshire
3 days, 2 nights Dinner Bed & Breakfast
£659pp if booked before 31st Oct ’26
£669pp if booked before 30th Nov ’26
£679 thereafter
Double, Twin & Triple bedrooms available
All bedrooms are two or three persons occupancy
Sorry no single places remaining
Book today with just £125 per person deposit.
Balance can be paid in instalments, final balance due 18th Dec 2026
Book with peace of mind – all your deposits and payments are financially protected through ABTOT

Twin rooms consist of one Double & one Single day bed.
Triple rooms consist of one Double & two Single day divan beds.
What’s Included

Spectacular Live Dance Shows
Enjoy three days of breathtaking performances from the Stars of Strictly Come Dancing & Champions of the Dancing World – including sensational group performances.
Your reserved table is yours for the whole weekend – front row, floor-side guaranteed, with no extra charge to upgrade – all up close & personal!

7 Hours of Dance Lessons With The Stars
We guarantee you 7 hours of fun & inspiring dance lessons with the Stars & Champions of the Dancing World – all grouped by ability.
Choose from Absolute Beginners, Improvers or Experienced, so all your lessons are tailored to your dance experience – plus you don’t have to take part in all or any of them if you don’t want!

Meet The Stars Up Close
Enjoy fun Q&As with the Stars – hear all about their journeys, the latest backstage gossip and ask those burning questions.
Plus, our exclusive Red Carpet Photocalls give you the chance to capture those all-important souvenir photographs of the Stars.

Your Fabulous Black Tie Ball
Dress up for the highlight of your weekend – our fabulous Saturday night Black Tie Ball, starring the Tony Greenwood 15-piece Big Band.
Enjoy spectacular professional performances and plenty of social dancing – you really can’t beat dancing to live music!

Room To Dance
Enjoy two nights of social dancing in the stunning, air-conditioned Stateroom Suite Ballroom, with a fabulous selection of music to dance the night away.
Our enormous 3,000 sq ft championship sprung wooden dance floor – as used at The Royal Albert Hall & British Dance Championships – gives you plenty of room to enjoy your dancing.

Your 4-Star Hotel Stay
Settle into the fabulous 4-Star Alton Towers Resort Hotel for two nights, with breakfast and three-course dinners in The Secret Garden Restaurant included.
Donaheys have exclusive use of the whole hotel for our adults-only weekend – with your lessons, shows and evening entertainment all under one roof.
And there’s more included…
- Dazzling DSI Strictly Costume Displays – step into the sparkle!
- FREE access to our Online Ballroom & Latin Academy from the moment you book, with over 100 step-by-step dance lessons.
- Personalised Colour Gift Certificate, received immediately on booking – perfect for presenting your Star Break as a gift.
- Complimentary 16-page glossy souvenir programme.
- Welcome souvenir dance bag, sponsored by Supadance, with helpful & fun goodies.
- Weekend Transfer Flexibility – switch to another of our 2027 Dancing With The Stars Weekends, subject to availability, up to 10 weeks before your original break.
- Complimentary water available all day.
- Ample free on-site parking.
- Dance Shoe Marketplace.
- The services of our highly experienced and highly rated Donaheys Dance Team throughout your weekend.
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Donaheys Dance Lessons & Weekend Breaks are not endorsed by or associated with the BBC

Exclusive to Donaheys – Online Dance Lessons with the Stars Included FREE!

💫 Book your 2027 Dancing With The Stars Experience today and get immediate FREE access to our Online Ballroom & Latin Academy 💃 🕺 Over 100 step-by-step lessons taught by Strictly Stars, World Champions, and your Donaheys team 💫
Dance with the Stars before you even arrive…
Lessons with Aljaž & Janette, Amy Dowden MBE, Ian Waite, Leandro & Maria, David & Rosie, Tony Bennett, Warren & Kristi, Paul & Amy and more of the Stars you’ll meet at your Dance Weekend.
⭐ Ballroom • Latin American • Argentine Tango • Salsa & more ⭐
⭐ Lessons for Beginners, Improvers & Advanced dancers ⭐
⭐ Learn at home, at your pace, stream to any device — start dancing tonight ⭐
Your weekend experience begins the moment you book.

Full Financial Protection - Giving you 100% peace of mind

Donaheys have been organising Weekend Breaks with the Stars of Strictly Come Dancing for 20 years.
For your peace of mind and to comply with The Package Travel Regulations 2018, Donaheys provides full financial protection, for all your deposits and payments, through the Association of Bonded Travel Organisers Trust Limited (www.abtot.com), membership Number 5421. View our current membership certificate here Donaheys-Events-LTD-ABTOT-Membership-Certificate.pdf
Team Warren & Kristi Boyce

Created exclusively for Donaheys, sensational group performances bringing together six outstanding competitive couples, including British, European and World Champions. Precision, passion and breathtaking choreography combine to create a showcase unlike anything you've experienced. Their unforgettable 2026 performance raised the roof, delighted our guests and became one of the most talked-about highlights of the entire weekend.
See The Strictly Stars Up Close & Personal
'You may have seen some of these wonderful Strictly stars perform in your local theatre, nothing though beats watching them perform in a Grand Ballroom feet away from you - this is what our customers tell us.
You'll be sat at tables which are on the same level the stars perform for you, plus of course the Strictly stars love to dance on our huge championship dance-floor in our stunning Ballroom - fab-u-lous!'
Donaheys Adult only weekend breaks are truly inspirational and a great chance to learn to dance, improve your dancing, try new styles, learn new steps, develop your technique along with a fabulous opportunity to be taught by the actual stars of Strictly Come Dancing. Alternatively why not just sit back and soak up the fabulous atmosphere of this great weekend in this stunning resort. If you're not sure what to expect, take a look at some of the fabulous testimonials we have received from the actual stars of Strictly & this years guests.

If you've never danced before this is an immersive experience you'll never forget; Amazing shows to see, live music to enjoy, beginner dance lessons with the stars to try, questions & answers sessions - and so much more all under one roof, who knows who you'll bump into around the hotel! Plus of course you have all the facilities and activities that Alton Towers 4 star resort has to offer you.
Alton Towers stunning Air Conditioned State Room Ballroom, at nearly 6,000sq ft, will offer us 3,000sq ft of amazing sprung wooden dance floor - one of the largest dance floors in the country. The State Room Ballroom benefits from floor to ceiling windows & doors opening out onto it's own private courtyard area, along with it's own private bars & reception areas - this impressive venue is just perfect for our dance weekend. Plus, the Emperor Suite, Alton Towers Resort Hotel's newly refurbished original ballroom, will offer guests a beautiful second daytime Ballroom at over 2,500sq ft.
Dance lessons will be offered for all levels in; Ballroom, Latin American & Argentine Tango. Unlike other similar holidays & breaks where you are restricted to 45min lessons with people of all levels in the same group. We guarantee you 7-hours dance lessons with the actual stars, at your dance level. Remember though, you don’t have to take part in any of them if you don’t want!

See what the Strictly stars have to say about Donaheys 4* Weekend Breaks.....

‘Donaheys Dance Weekends are the BEST – So happy to be back, they’re amazing!’ Kai Widdrington
‘Paul, you’re such a Superstar for organising such a fabulous event. It’s the best weekend you’ll ever have, ever’ Anton Du Beke
‘So excited to be here because at Donaheys you can get up close & personal with us, we love teaching here and performing on this amazing dance-floor’ Lauren Oakley
‘What an amazing weekend! Thank you so much for inviting us, we are so happy to be part of your beautiful event. A clear 10 from me!’ Aljaz Skorjanec
‘One of the Greatest Weekends – see you at Donaheys!’ Giovanni Pernice
‘Brilliant!!! Always looking forward to coming to Donaheys!’ Katya Jones
‘What a FAB-U-LOUS event to attend. A real feel good weekend, cannot wait to be back’ Janette Manrara
‘Is it me or do Donaheys run the best dance weekends in the country….’ Kevin Clifton

Alton Towers Resort Hotel, Staffordshire

This impressive hotel set in the rolling Staffordshire countryside is the perfect setting for our 'everything under one roof' dance weekend. With all the facilities you would expect from a 4 star hotel, this fabulous quintessentially English hotel benefits from large modern comfortable en-suite bedrooms with flat screen TV's, all set around a beautiful central courtyard with it's own lake, fountain & countryside walks.
Donaheys have exclusive use of the entire Alton Towers Resort Hotel for the whole weekend, the Alton Towers Theme Park will not open until later in March, or will the hotel feature it's usual family entertainment - all hotel guests will be part of our exclusive adults only Dancing With The Stars weekend.
As well as the non-stop dancing there's plenty on offer to keep you entertained at this fabulous resort; You may want to take the plunge in one of Europe's largest indoor water parks, Alton Towers hugely impressive Splash Landings. Alternatively, choose from two 9-hole adventure golf courses. Rates & admission charges for these attractions will apply, details of these can be found on arrival in resort.
As an added treat why not upgrade to one of Alton Towers fabulous themed bedrooms - The Chocolate Room, Arabian Night's, Dreamy Den, Hidden Hideaway, Celebration, Sleepover, Ice Age & more!
Alton Towers Resort Hotel Features

- 155 large non-smoking modern comfortable en-suite bedrooms.
- The Stateroom & Emperor Ballroom's
- Central courtyard, lounges, lake & fountain.
- Free car parking for all guests
- Secret Garden Restaurant
- Splash Landings Water park
- Upgrade to one of 20 fabulous themed bedrooms - Choose from The Chocolate Room, Arabian Night's, Dreamy Den, Hidden Hideaway, Celebration, Sleepover, Ice Age & more...Tour the hotels themed rooms here;
The Alton Towers Theme Park will not open until later in March, nor will the hotel feature it's usual family entertainment - all hotel guests will be part of Donaheys exclusive adults-only Dancing With The Stars weekend.
View Donaheys DWTS on the offical Alton Towers Resort Hotel website here
www.altontowers.com/book-my-trip/short-breaks/dancing-with-the-stars-weekend

Your Weekend Programme

What do our amazing weekends truly have in store for you? View and Download our draft 2027 Dancing With The Stars Weekend souvenir programme and see for yourselves how fabulous they are.
Your Donaheys Weekend Break Team

Throughout your dance weekend you will have the services of Donaheys dedicated on-site team of Dance Teachers; Dancers; Helpers & Assistants including Paul, Shirley & Amy Donahey who are all there to ensure your dance weekend runs smoothly and is full of the right kind of memories.
2027 Weekend Transfer Flexibility

During 2027 we’re pleased to be offering 3 fab-u-lous Dancing With The Stars Weekends at stunning venues across the UK. Whichever weekend you initially book with us we are happy to offer you the flexibility to switch your booking between any of our 2027 Dancing With The Stars Weekends.
This added benefit provides you with peace of mind should a personal engagement crop up.
5th - 7th March 2027 Alton Towers Resort Hotel, Staffordshire
19th - 21st March 2027 Beaumont Estate Hotel, Berkshire
16th - 18th April 2027 Celtic Manor Resort Hotel, Newport
There is no administration fee. Transfers are subject to availability and must be requested at least 10 weeks prior to your original weekend. Your new weekend will be charged at the current selling price at the time of transfer, so the cost may be higher or lower than your original booking.

Questions & Answers
About Donaheys
The Donaheys family have been organising spectacular dance events and teaching children & adults to dance across Manchester & South Devon for over 55 years. We pride ourselves on the quality of all our classes and events.
Our hugely successful 'Dancing with The Stars Weekends' are now in their 21st year. We love hosting them and go out of our way to ensure our guests do too.
Donaheys is recommended by, and affiliated with the International Dance Teachers Association – the world’s largest dance teachers’ organisation. You can trust us to provide an exceptional experience and maintain a strong reputation in the dancing world.
No, our dance weekends are independently organised by Donaheys Events Ltd and are not endorsed by or associated with the BBC.
Suitability
Absolutely! The weekend includes 7 hours of dedicated beginner dance classes designed for complete novices or those with minimal experience.
You’ll be taught by the stars of Strictly Come Dancing and Dance Champions – what better way to learn your first steps?
We also offer a beginner refresher Friday evening, plus teach a fun introductory dance during Friday night. Participation is of course entirely optional, so you can join in as much or as little as you like.
Whether you sit back and enjoy the shows or take part in the dance lessons and evening dancing, the weekend is designed to create lasting memories.
Our Dancing With The Stars Weekends are adults only. Guests must be aged 18 or over. We attract a wide mix of ages, ensuring a fun and lively atmosphere for everyone.
Yes! You’ll have the opportunity to enhance your dancing and learn new choreography in Ballroom, Latin, and Argentine Tango. All classes are led by the world-class stars of Strictly Come Dancing, giving you a unique learning experience.
We include 7 hours of lessons tailored to your level with the Stars and Champions of the dancing world – Improver/Intermediate or Advanced. You can also practice during the evening dances on Friday and Saturday.
Dance Lessons
The professional dancers from Strictly Come Dancing, and Champions of The Dancing World. There’s no need to pre-book these; your place will be reserved based on your level.
Our dance lessons are grouped by ability to provide the right level of enjoyment and challenge. From beginners to experienced dancers, styles include Ballroom, Latin, and Argentine Tango,.
You’ll also have the option to practise your steps online with our refresher facility (available at a small additional cost).
- Absolute Beginners (0–3 months): For those new to dance or with very limited experience.
- Improver (4–9 months): For those who have learned basic steps in a few dances.
- Regular Social Dancers (9 months–2 years): Ideal for those who enjoy attending social dances and have some experience.
- Experienced Dancers (2+ years): For regular dancers who want to advance their skills.
We group guests by experience to ensure everyone enjoys their lessons. Lessons progress as planned, so you’ll take away as much or as little as you want.
You’ll receive 7 hours of dance lessons across your weekend:
Optional warm-up Latin Line session are offered on Saturday morning. Participation is flexible – join as many or as few as you like.
No, your place in all your dance lessons is already reserved, so all you need to do is attend and enjoy.
Dance Lessons are tailored to the ability of each group. Experienced dancers generally progress faster, so content is adapted to their level. We recommend selecting the level you feel most comfortable with, as switching between levels for different dances isn’t possible.
Draft Programmes
View or Download our draft 2027 Dancing With The Stars Weekend souvenir programme and see for yourselves how fabulous our weekends are.
View or Download our draft 2027 Dancing With The Stars Weekend souvenir programme and see for yourselves how fabulous our weekends are.
View or Download our draft 2027 Dancing With The Stars Weekend souvenir programme and see for yourselves how fabulous our weekends are.
Attire & Facilities
Daytime sessions are casual. Evenings are smart; Saturday includes a Black Tie Ball. Comfortable dance shoes with non-slip soles must be worn for dancing. Trainers, steel-toe shoes, flip-flops, wedges, or bare feet are not permitted.
- 2 nights’ en-suite accommodation
- Friday & Saturday 3-course evening meals
- Full English breakfasts on Saturday & Sunday
- Dancing Friday & Saturday evenings from 7.30pm–midnight
- Dance Lessons Friday evening, Saturday daytime & Sunday morning
- Dance showcases Friday & Saturday evenings, plus a grand finale showcase Sunday lunch
- Black Tie Ball Saturday evening
Yes. All deposits and payments are fully protected under ABTOT, in compliance with The Package Travel Regulations 2018. Refunds are provided if you have not yet travelled.
All hotels are a minimum of 4-star standard. More information on each venue can be found on our Venues page.
Yes, you can request room preferences such as low floors, proximity to friends, near lifts, or room upgrades. Contact details will be provided in your booking confirmation letter.
Evening & Social
Evenings feature showcases from your Strictly Stars and World Champions, dancing for all, and live music from our 15-piece Big Band on Saturday.
Yes. Indicate friends’ names on your booking form, and we will reserve seating together in the ballroom for the weekend.
Check-in: from 3pm (4pm at Celtic Manor). Friday evening dinner: 4.45pm–7.30pm. Friday dance lesson between 4.30pm – 7.30pm depending on level booked. Welcome dance: 7.30pm. Shows 9pm onwards.
Last Sunday dance lesson: ~1pm. Grand finale: ~2.30pm.
Booking & Payment
Cheque: Payable to ‘DONAHEYS EVENTS LTD’, send to Ground Floor Keble House, Southernhay Gardens, Exeter, EX1 1NT with the payment slip from your booking confirmation.
Bank Transfer: Lloyds Bank, Sort Code 30-98-12, Account No 14712860, Account Name: DONAHEYS EVENTS LTD. Include the lead passenger surname and booking code.
Yes. We offer up to 3 instalments. You can pay off part of your balance at any time before the due date.
We openly welcome guests without a dance partner, however we are unable to provide dance partners over the weekend. Donaheys does not have a policy of offering dance partners to those who attend our Dancing With The Stars Weekend without a dance partner and we do not rotate partners during any dance lessons. We ask you please, not to book our dance weekend under the impression that we supply dance partners, or that you will be dancing with the stars themselves, thank you.
No, all weekends are residential only. This ensures a consistent atmosphere, seating arrangements, and full participation in all classes and shows.
Line-ups & Artists
Donaheys DWTS weekend line-ups are only advertised following exchange of contracts confirming the Stars attendance.
When we advertise a professional dancer as part of our Dancing With The Stars, their attendance has been confirmed following exchange of contracts.
Circumstances outside anyone’s control – such as illness, injury, BBC Tour commitments or new TV commitments – can mean a Star is no longer able to attend. Thankfully, in over 20 years of running our dance weekends, changes like this have been exceptionally rare.
If a change is ever necessary, we’ll let guests know at the earliest possible opportunity and work tirelessly to secure an exciting replacement so everyone can still enjoy an amazing weekend.
As with festivals and other multi-artist events, advertised line-ups are always subject to change. Your booking is for a complete Dancing With The Stars Experience rather than to see one specific named artist.
You can though book with confidence knowing we’ll always do everything we can to deliver a fantastic line-up and a truly memorable weekend for you.
Venue & Theme Park
No. The Theme Park opens the following weekend.
No. All dance lessons and shows are organised by Donaheys Events Ltd. These venues have no contractual responsibility for the delivery of any dance lessons or shows.
Donaheys is the trading style of Donaheys Events LTD
- Company No 4673588, registered in England & Wales.
