Major Events
Dance competition calendar
The major events that anchor the dance competition year — across all five tiers. For the 150+ regional competition brands, see Event Brands.
Regular season begins
NovemberStudio competitive teams begin their regional competition season. Dance Worlds bid-eligible events begin.
UDA NDTC (National Dance Team Championship)
JanuaryHigh school dance team championship at ESPN Wide World of Sports, Orlando. NFHS-endorsed.
UDA College Nationals
JanuaryD1A, D1, and Open college dance team championship. Same venue as NDTC (Orlando).
Peak regional comp season
FebruaryMajor studio competition circuit events run through the spring. Worlds bid-awarding events.
Junior Dance Worlds video qualification deadline
March 9, 2026Junior teams submit qualifying video to USASF for at-large bid consideration. Noon EST. $100/category.
The Dance Worlds
April 24–27, 2026The pinnacle event in All-Star Dance. ESPN Wide World of Sports, Orlando. 2,500+ dancers from 18+ countries.
Bids AvailableNDA National Championship
AprilHigh school and college dance team championship at Daytona Beach.
NDA College National Championship
AprilSister event to UDA College Nationals. Daytona Beach.
JUMP Nationals
MayNational championship for the JUMP convention-competition circuit.
The Dance Awards (24Seven)
July24Seven Dance Convention national championship. Best Dancer titles, industry recognition.