CELEBRATE SANKOFA
The Return of Sankofa: MBSD's 16th Line Dance Anniversary
Houston, TX, USA
Mind Body Soul Dancers
Sep 4 - 6, 2026
About this trip
Labor Day Weekend 2026 is brought to you by Mind, Body & Soul Dancers, Inc.
We welcome you to join us in Houston, TX for The Return of Sankofa! We are honored to celebrate our 16th year of Line Dance Wellness with you.
Sankofa 2026: Honoring Our Rich Legacy
Sankofa (pronounced SAHN-koh-fah) is a word from the Twi language of Ghana that means “to retrieve” or “go back and get it.” It embodies the idea of looking to the past to inform the future, emphasizing the importance of learning from history. The term is often associated with a proverb that states, “It is not taboo to go back for what you forgot”. Sankofa is also represented by a symbol, often depicted as a bird with its head turned backward, symbolizing the act of reaching back to gather knowledge and wisdom.
Sankofa is a line dance event you have to EXPERIENCE and it has Never Disappointed.
Everything's Bigger in TEXAS
Houston has two major airports. The host hotel is closer to Hobby (HOU) than (IAH).
Renting a car or using Lyft or Uber will be necessary.
A link to reserve your room will be provided below.
The hotel block is available from 9/3 to 9/7 for line dance family who arrive early or stay late.
Sankofa 2026 Themes
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Thursday Pre - Party Pan-African Power Night
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Attire: Colors of the Pan-African flag (red, black, green, gold).
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Vibe: Unity, empowerment, and pride in heritage.
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Friday Mix & Mingle 70s & 80s Soul Train Groove
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Attire: Bell bottoms, afros, sequins, and funky colors.
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Vibe: A throwback to CLASSIC music & line dance culture — perfect for high-energy line dance showcases.
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Saturday Workshop Golden Spirits
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Attire: Yellow Event T Shirt and Blue
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Vibe: A celebration of self-love, community beauty, and appreciation of legendary classic line dances
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Saturday Evening Sankofa Celebration is African Royalty Night / Futuristic Sankofa (AfroFuturism)
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Attire: Ankara, kente, dashikis, gele headwraps, or African print accessories. Metallics, tribal-inspired accessories, bold face paint, cosmic looks.
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Vibe: Celebrate African roots with bold prints and regal energy at the intersection where heritage meets the future — think Black Panther “Wakanda Forever.”
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Sunday Funday H-Town Rodeo Style
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Attire: Cowboy hats, boots, fringe, western shirts, and denim.
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Vibe: Houston flair — Never leave Houston on a Sunday! Trust us, you want to stick around or hear about it later!
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Register Here: https://www.wetravel.com/trips/the-return-of-sankofa-mbsd-s-16th-line-dance-anniversary-mind-body-soul-dancers-59356317
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Price Increase Schedule
Early Bird - Sept 1, 2025- September 30, 2025 = $150
Regular Registration October 1, 2025 - April 30, 2026 = $185
Late Registration May 1, 2026 - July 31, 2026 = $200
A La Carte Pricing
FRIDAY MEET AND GREET $40
SATURDAY WORKSHOPS $40
SATURDAY SANKOFA EVENT AND DINNER $80
SUNDAY FUNDAY BRUNCH $40
EVENT T SHIRT $25
Cancellations and Exchanges
This is a non-refundable event.
Transferring ticket purchased to another person is acceptable.
Exchanges are allowed by emailing nzinga@linedancehouston.com by June 30, 2026.
Look Who's Coming to Town
Enjoy this trailer as a sneak peak :)
https://youtu.be/jjHIH4mhz1Y?si=jxczHktGI3StignB
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Host Hotel
Click Here to Reserve your room:
The $139 Rate includes breakfast
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Wyndham
8686 Kirby Drive Houston, TX 77054
713-795-8419
Room Block Mind Body & Soul Dancers, Inc.
What’s included
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Event T Shirt
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3 Line Dance Workshops
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3 Line Dance Parties
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After Parties
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Lite Bites &Refreshments
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Dinner Saturday Evening
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Wellness & Empowerment
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T Shirt Cutting Class
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Instructor Academy Overview
What’s not included
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Travel Insurance
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Flights
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Lodging
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Drinks
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Thursday & Sunday Costs
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Available Packages
Sankofa 2026 Registration
Available until August 5, 2026
Thank you for celebrating our 16th Anniversary with us
$185
Book Now
Mind Body Soul Dancers
VISIT US ON THE WEB AT www.linedancehouston.com or www.linedancemilwaukee.com