California Dance Competitions (2026-2027)
California has 294 dance competitions scheduled for the 2026-2027 season across 78 cities. The most active cities are Anaheim (22), San Diego (17), Riverside (17). Events run from March 2026 through May 2027.
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Mar 7-8 · 2026
Sharp International
Buena Blvd, CA
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Mar 12-15 · 2026
Hall of Fame Dance Challenge
Redondo Beach, CA
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Mar 12-15 · 2026
Youth America Grand Prix
San Diego, CA
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Mar 13-15 · 2026
Rainbow Dance Competition
Redondo Beach, CA
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Mar 13-15 · 2026
Starpower Talent
Dublin, CA
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Mar 13-15 · 2026
The Countdown Competition
Long Beach, CA
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Mar 13-15 · 2026
L.A. Dance Magic
Santa Clara, CA
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Mar 13-15 · 2026
HEADLINERS
San Jose, CA
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Mar 13-15 · 2026
Spotlight Dance Cup
Downey (2), CA
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Mar 13-15 · 2026
Gravit8 Dance Competition
Riverside, CA
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Mar 13-15 · 2026
Adrenaline Dance
San Jose, CA
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Mar 13-15 · 2026
Starbound National Talent Competition
Garden Grove, CA
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Mar 13-15 · 2026
Gravit8 Dance Competition
Moreno Valley, CA
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Mar 13-15 · 2026
Fly Dance Competition
San Diego, CA
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Mar 13-15 · 2026
Spotlight Dance Cup
Downey, CA
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Mar 13-15 · 2026
Starbound National Talent Competition
Anaheim, CA
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Mar 13-15 · 2026
Kids Artistic Revue
Lawndale, CA
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Mar 13-15 · 2026
HEADLINERS
Santa Clara, CA
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Mar 13-15 · 2026
Encore Performing Arts Showcase, Inc.
San Mateo, CA
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Mar 14-14 · 2026
NrG Dance and Cheer Productions
Buena Park, CA
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Mar 14-14 · 2026
Sharp International
Costa Mesa, CA
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
Rainbow Dance Competition
Long Beach, CA
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
HEADLINERS
Los Angeles, CA
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
Rainbow Dance Competition
San Jose, CA
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
Rainbow Dance Competition
Redondo Beach, CA
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
Monsters Dance Conventions
San Francisco, CA
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
Starpower Talent
Fresno, CA
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
Rainbow Dance Competition
Lawndale, CA
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
Revolution National Talent Competition
Riverside, CA
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
West Coast Elite Dance
Glendale, CA
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
Kids Artistic Revue
Sacramento, CA
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
Just Dance Invitational
Oceanside, CA
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
Gravit8 Dance Competition
San Francisco, CA
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
Revive Dance Convention
Los Angelse, CA
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
The Countdown Competition
Downey, CA
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
Energy National Dance Competitions
Fallbrook, CA
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
RADIX Dance Convention
Santa Clara, CA
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
Thunderstruck Dance Competition
Fresno, CA
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
HEADLINERS
Pasadena, CA
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
Ovation Dance Tour
Anaheim, CA
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
Monsters Dance Conventions
Burlingame, CA
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
Epic Dance
San Jose, CA
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
Gravit8 Dance Competition
Hayward, CA
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
Fluid Dance Conventions and Competitions
Sacramento, CA
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
Encore Performing Arts Showcase, Inc.
Irvine, CA
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Mar 21-22 · 2026
The Royal Ball
Los Angeles, CA
ballroom
Mar 21-21 · 2026
Sharp International
Baldwin Park, CA
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Mar 22-22 · 2026
Sharp International
Azusa, CA
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Mar 25-29 · 2026
California Dance Classics
Mountain View, CA
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Mar 26-28 · 2026
Universal Ballet Competition
Irvine, CA
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
Starpower Talent
Sacramento, CA
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
Groove Dance Competition
Riverside, CA
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
Rainbow Dance Competition
Upland, CA
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
Spotlight Dance Cup
Manhattan Beach, CA
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
Artists Simply Human
Santa Clara, CA
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
Starpower Talent
Riverside, CA
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
Thunderstruck Dance Competition
Bakersfield, CA
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
Youth America Grand Prix
San Francisco, CA
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
West Coast Elite Dance
Escondido, CA
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
Spotlight Dance Cup
Hayward, CA
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
Ultra Dance Tour
San Jose, CA
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
Dance The Magic
Anaheim, CA
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
Showbiz Talent
Santa Clara, CA
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
Revolution National Talent Competition
San Gabriel, CA
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
Reinforce Dance Experience
Burbank, CA
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
Driven Talent Competition
San Mateo, CA
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
Spotlight Dance Cup
Lawndale, CA
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
High Voltage Dance Competitions
Dublin, CA
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
Press Play Dance Convention
Santa Clara, CA
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
NRG Dance Project
Garden Grove, CA
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
Nexstar National Talent Competition
Fresno, CA
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
Encore Performing Arts Showcase, Inc.
Hayward, CA
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Mar 28-28 · 2026
Sharp International
Burbank, CA
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Mar 29-31 · 2026
Driven Talent Competition
San Gabriel, CA
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Mar 29-29 · 2026
Sharp International
Corona, CA
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Apr 2-6 · 2026
The Ball at the San Francisco Open Dancesport Championships
Burlingame, CA
ballroom
Apr 3-4 · 2026
Showstopper
Long Beach, CA
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Apr 8-13 · 2026
San Diego Ballroom Beach Bash
San Diego, CA
ballroom
Apr 10-12 · 2026
Act 1 Talent
Irvine, CA
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Apr 10-12 · 2026
Driven Talent Competition
Dublin, CA
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Apr 10-12 · 2026
Thunderstruck Dance Competition
Redondo Beach, CA
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Apr 10-12 · 2026
Turn It Around Tour
Anaheim, CA
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Apr 10-12 · 2026
Thunderstruck Dance Competition
Long Beach / Cerritos, CA
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Apr 10-12 · 2026
Celebrity Dance Competitions
San Diego, CA
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Apr 10-12 · 2026
Revive Dance Convention
San Jose, CA
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Apr 10-11 · 2026
Imagine National Dance Challenge
San Jose, CA
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Apr 10-12 · 2026
Adrenaline Dance
Los Angeles, CA
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Apr 10-12 · 2026
Dance Makers, Inc.
Garden Grove, CA
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Apr 10-12 · 2026
Hip Hop International
Burbank, CA
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Apr 10-12 · 2026
Celebrity Dance Competitions
Escondido, CA
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Apr 10-12 · 2026
Storm Dance Challenge
Hayward, CA
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Apr 10-12 · 2026
Dance The Magic
Anaheim, CA
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Apr 10-12 · 2026
One Rhythm Dance Convention/Competition
Burlingame, CA
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Apr 10-12 · 2026
Legacy Dance Championships
San Gabriel, CA
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Apr 10-12 · 2026
The Countdown Competition
Downey, CA
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Apr 10-12 · 2026
In10sity Dance
Lawndale, CA
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Apr 10-12 · 2026
Revolution National Talent Competition
Fresno, CA
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Apr 10-12 · 2026
Press Play Dance Convention
Anaheim, CA
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Apr 10-12 · 2026
Energy National Dance Competitions
Sacramento, CA
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Apr 11-12 · 2026
Tremaine Dance
Santa Clara, CA
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Apr 11-11 · 2026
Sharp International
Buena Blvd, CA
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Apr 11-11 · 2026
NrG Dance and Cheer Productions
Azusa, CA
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Apr 12-19 · 2026
Dynasty Dance Challenge
Virtual Competition, CA
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Apr 16-19 · 2026
Rainbow Dance Competition
Escondido, CA
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
Celebrity Dance Competitions
SF Bay Area, CA
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
HEADLINERS
Sacramento, CA
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
Driven Talent Competition
Fresno, CA
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
Rainbow Dance Competition
Redondo Beach-2, CA
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
Thunderstruck Dance Competition
San Diego, CA
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
Spotlight Dance Cup
Redondo Beach, CA
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
Rainbow Dance Competition
Redondo Beach, CA
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
Thunderstruck Dance Competition
Redondo Beach, CA
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
Thunderstruck Dance Competition
Riverside, CA
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
Rainbow Dance Competition
Lawndale, CA
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
The Countdown Competition
Long Beach, CA
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
West Coast Elite Dance
Oxnard, CA
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Apr 17-18 · 2026
Tremaine Dance
Garden Grove, CA
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
Celebrity Dance Competitions
Santa Clara, CA
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
Celebrity Dance Competitions
San Francisco Bay Area, CA
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
Showbiz Talent
El Cajon, CA
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
Hollywood Vibe
Burlingame, CA
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
Revolution National Talent Competition
San Jose, CA
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
Kids Artistic Revue
Escondido, CA
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
HEADLINERS
Rancho Cordova, CA
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Apr 23-26 · 2026
Act 1 Talent
Sacramento, CA
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Apr 23-26 · 2026
Act 1 Talent
Sacramento (1), CA
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Apr 24-26 · 2026
Starpower Talent
Anaheim, CA
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Apr 24-26 · 2026
Showbiz Talent
Santa Clara, CA
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Apr 24-25 · 2026
Believe National Talent Competition
San Jose, CA
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Apr 24-26 · 2026
Rainbow Dance Competition
Upland, CA
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Apr 24-26 · 2026
Hollywood Connection
San Jose (Santa Clara), CA
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Apr 24-26 · 2026
Jump Dance Convention
Santa Clara, CA
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Apr 24-26 · 2026
Groove Dance Competition
Sacramento, CA
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Apr 24-26 · 2026
Revolution National Talent Competition
Hayward, CA
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Apr 24-26 · 2026
West Coast Dance Explosion
Burbank, CA
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Apr 24-26 · 2026
West Coast Elite Dance
Riverside, CA
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Apr 24-26 · 2026
Thunderstruck Dance Competition
Riverside, CA
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Apr 24-26 · 2026
Fly Dance Competition
Fullerton, CA
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Apr 24-26 · 2026
Spotlight Dance Cup
Temecula, CA
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Apr 24-26 · 2026
Star Systems Talent
Lawndale, CA
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Apr 24-26 · 2026
Showstopper
San Diego, CA
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Apr 24-26 · 2026
The Countdown Competition
Downey, CA
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Apr 24-26 · 2026
Spotlight Dance Cup
Fallbrook, CA
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Apr 24-26 · 2026
Reinforce Dance Experience
Burlingame, CA
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Apr 24-26 · 2026
In10sity Dance
Millbrae, CA
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Apr 24-25 · 2026
GuiDANCE Experience
Orange County, CA
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Apr 24-26 · 2026
Energy National Dance Competitions
Escondido, CA
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Apr 25-26 · 2026
Dance Stars Festival
San Jose, CA
ballroom
Apr 25-25 · 2026
Sharp International
Harbor City, CA
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Apr 28 — May 4 · 2026
Emerald Ball Dancesport Championships
Los Angeles, CA
ballroom
May 1-3 · 2026
Groove Dance Competition
Downey, CA
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May 1-3 · 2026
Rainbow Dance Competition
Ontario, CA
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May 1-3 · 2026
Rainbow Dance Competition
Redondo Beach, CA
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May 1-3 · 2026
Rainbow Dance Competition
Upland, CA
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May 1-3 · 2026
Rainbow Dance Competition
Sacramento, CA
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May 1-3 · 2026
Just Dance Invitational
Hayward, CA
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May 1-3 · 2026
Starbound National Talent Competition
Redondo Beach, CA
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May 1-3 · 2026
Legacy Dance Championships
Rancho Cordova, CA
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May 1-3 · 2026
West Coast Elite Dance
Redwood City, CA
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May 1-3 · 2026
Thunderstruck Dance Competition
Anaheim, CA
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May 1-3 · 2026
Believe National Talent Competition
Dublin, CA
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May 1-3 · 2026
Starpower Talent
San Diego, CA
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May 1-3 · 2026
Savage IDX
Santa Clara, CA
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May 1-3 · 2026
L.A. Dance Magic
Garden Grove, CA
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May 1-3 · 2026
Hall of Fame Dance Challenge
Riverside, CA
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May 1-3 · 2026
Velocity Dance Convention
Burlingame, CA
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May 1-3 · 2026
Refresh Dance Tour
Santa Clara, CA
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May 1-3 · 2026
Hollywood Connection
Palm Springs, CA
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May 1-3 · 2026
Kids Artistic Revue
Lawndale, CA
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May 1-3 · 2026
Epic Dance
San Jose, CA
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May 2-2 · 2026
Sharp International
Pomona, CA
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May 2-2 · 2026
NrG Dance and Cheer Productions
La Habra, CA
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May 2-3 · 2026
Starpower Talent
San Diego, CA
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May 2-3 · 2026
Miss Dance Drill Team USA
Valencia, CA
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May 6 — Jul 8 · 2026
International Online Dance Competition
Los Angeles, CA
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May 8-10 · 2026
Thunderstruck Dance Competition
Hayward (2), CA
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May 8-10 · 2026
Rainbow Dance Competition
Riverside, CA
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May 8-10 · 2026
Act 1 Talent
Rancho Cordova, CA
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May 8-10 · 2026
Hollywood Connection
Los Angeles (Universal City), CA
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May 8-10 · 2026
Jump Dance Convention
Anaheim, CA
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May 8-10 · 2026
Act 1 Talent
Sacramento, CA
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May 8-10 · 2026
Thunderstruck Dance Competition
Hayward, CA
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May 8-10 · 2026
Act 1 Talent
Sacramento (2), CA
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May 8-10 · 2026
Intrigue Dance Intensive
Burbank, CA
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May 8-10 · 2026
Hollywood Connection
San Diego, CA
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May 8-10 · 2026
Spotlight Dance Cup
San Diego, CA
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May 8-10 · 2026
Spotlight Dance Cup
San Jose, CA
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May 8-10 · 2026
Spotlight Dance Cup
San Jose (2), CA
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May 8-10 · 2026
Spotlight Dance Cup
La Jolla, CA
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May 8-10 · 2026
Refresh Dance Tour
Riverside, CA
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May 8-10 · 2026
Rainbow Dance Competition
Lawndale, CA
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May 8-10 · 2026
Thunderstruck Dance Competition
Upland, CA
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May 8-10 · 2026
Kids Artistic Revue
Riverside, CA
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May 8-10 · 2026
Groove Dance Competition
Fallbrook, CA
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May 9-9 · 2026
Sharp International
Corona, CA
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May 14-17 · 2026
BravO! National Dance & Talent Competition
La Jolla, CA
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May 14-16 · 2026
Mark of Excellence National Talent Competition
Anaheim, CA
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May 15-17 · 2026
ORO Dance Competition
Rocklin (Sacramento), CA
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May 15-17 · 2026
Rainbow Dance Competition
Riverside, CA
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May 15-17 · 2026
Rainbow Dance Competition
Redondo Beach, CA
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May 15-17 · 2026
Thunderstruck Dance Competition
San Jose, CA
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May 15-17 · 2026
Starpower Talent
Escondido, CA
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May 15-17 · 2026
HEADLINERS
Dublin, CA
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May 15-17 · 2026
Thunderstruck Dance Competition
Fresno, CA
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May 15-17 · 2026
Kids Artistic Revue
Riverside, CA
commercial
May 15-17 · 2026
ORO Dance Competition
Rocklin, CA
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May 15-17 · 2026
Storm Dance Challenge
Oceanside, CA
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May 15-17 · 2026
Gravit8 Dance Competition
Orange County, CA
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May 15-17 · 2026
Spotlight Dance Cup
Long Beach, CA
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May 15-17 · 2026
ORO Dance Competition
Sacramento, CA
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May 15-17 · 2026
Showbiz Talent
Riverside, CA
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May 15-17 · 2026
Kids Artistic Revue
Lawndale, CA
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May 15-17 · 2026
Velocity Dance Convention
San Diego, CA
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May 15-17 · 2026
Kids Artistic Revue
Redondo Beach, CA
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May 15-17 · 2026
Kids Artistic Revue
San Jose, CA
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May 15-17 · 2026
Gravit8 Dance Competition
Anaheim, CA
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May 16-17 · 2026
Spotlight Dance Cup
Long Beach, CA
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May 16-16 · 2026
Sharp International
Baldwin Park, CA
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May 21-24 · 2026
Thunderstruck Dance Competition
Sacramento / Folsom, CA
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May 22-24 · 2026
Rainbow Dance Competition
Redondo Beach, CA
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May 22-24 · 2026
ORO Dance Competition
Lake Tahoe, CA
commercial
May 22-24 · 2026
The Countdown Competition
Downey, CA
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May 22-24 · 2026
Curtainline Dance
Fresno, CA
commercial
May 22-24 · 2026
ORO Dance Competition
Tahoe City, CA
commercial
May 22-25 · 2026
Showstopper
Anaheim, CA
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May 22-24 · 2026
Refresh Dance Tour
Lawndale, CA
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May 22-24 · 2026
ORO Dance Competition
Tahoe City (Lake Tahoe), CA
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May 28-31 · 2026
Revolution National Talent Competition
Downey, CA
commercial
May 29-31 · 2026
Driven Talent Competition
San Gabriel, CA
commercial
May 29-31 · 2026
Rainbow Dance Competition
Riverside, CA
commercial
May 29-31 · 2026
Rainbow Dance Competition
Redondo Beach, CA
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May 29-31 · 2026
Starbound National Talent Competition
San Mateo, CA
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May 29-31 · 2026
Kids Artistic Revue
Lawndale, CA
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May 29-31 · 2026
Spotlight Dance Cup
Oxnard, CA
commercial
May 29-31 · 2026
StarQuest Dance Competition
San Jose, CA
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May 29-31 · 2026
Kids Artistic Revue
Riverside, CA
commercial
May 30-31 · 2026
That's Entertainment Performing Arts Competition
San Diego, CA
commercial
May 30-30 · 2026
Sharp International
Costa Mesa, CA
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May 30-31 · 2026
That's Entertainment Performing Arts Competition
Oceanside, CA
commercial
Jun 5-7 · 2026
Driven Talent Competition
Escondido, CA
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Jun 5-7 · 2026
Rainbow Dance Competition
Ontario, CA
commercial
Jun 5-7 · 2026
Starbound National Talent Competition
Fallbrook, CA
commercial
Jun 6-7 · 2026
All Star Dance Challenge
San Jose, CA
ballroom
Jun 6-6 · 2026
Sharp International
Valencia, CA
commercial
Jun 6-7 · 2026
ILD Boutique
San Diego, CA
commercial
Jun 10-17 · 2026
KAOS Dance Experience
Los Angeles, CA
commercial
Jun 12-14 · 2026
Starbound National Talent Competition
Sacramento, CA
commercial
Jun 13-20 · 2026
RADIX Dance Convention
Chula Vista, CA
commercial
Jun 13-20 · 2026
Ovation Dance Tour
Chula Vista, CA
commercial
Jun 13-20 · 2026
KAOS Dance Experience
Chula Vista, CA
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Jun 16-21 · 2026
Hollywood Connection
Long Beach (Los Angeles), CA
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Jun 21-26 · 2026
Act 1 Talent
Palm Springs, CA
commercial
Jun 21-26 · 2026
Act 1 Talent
Indian Wells, CA
commercial
Jun 22-28 · 2026
Energy National Dance Competitions
La Quinta, CA
commercial
Jun 24-29 · 2026
Art of Movement
Burbank, CA
commercial
Jun 25 — Jul 2 · 2026
Hollywood Connection
San Diego, CA
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Jun 27 — Jul 3 · 2026
National Dance Honors
Chula Vista, CA
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Jun 27 — Jul 3 · 2026
Revive Dance Convention
Chula Vista, CA
commercial
Jun 27 — Jul 3 · 2026
Adrenaline Dance
Chula Vista, CA
commercial
Jun 27 — Jul 2 · 2026
Gravit8 Dance Competition
Anaheim, CA
commercial
Jun 29 — Jul 3 · 2026
NRG Dance Project
Palm Desert, CA
commercial
Jun 29 — Jul 4 · 2026
The Countdown Competition
Indian Wells, CA
commercial
Jun 30 — Jul 6 · 2026
Rainbow Dance Competition
Anaheim, CA
commercial
Jun 30 — Jul 5 · 2026
Celebrity Dance Competitions
Anaheim, CA
commercial
Jun 30 — Jul 5 · 2026
Kids Artistic Revue
Garden Grove, CA
commercial
Jul 4-9 · 2026
L.A. Dance Magic
Glendale, CA
commercial
Jul 6-11 · 2026
Hollywood Dance Jamz
San Diego, CA
commercial
Jul 6-12 · 2026
Spotlight Dance Cup
Palm Springs, CA
commercial
Jul 6-12 · 2026
Spotlight Dance Cup
La Quinta, CA
commercial
Jul 6-11 · 2026
Hollywood Vibe
San Diego, CA
commercial
Jul 8-13 · 2026
L.A. Dance Magic
Garden Grove, CA
commercial
Jul 8-13 · 2026
Desert Classic Dancesport Championships
Palm Desert, CA
ballroom
Jul 9-11 · 2026
Dance The Magic
Anaheim, CA
commercial
Jul 11-12 · 2026
Dancin Dayz
Rancho Mirage, CA
commercial
Jul 15-19 · 2026
Showstopper
Anaheim, CA
commercial
Jul 19-23 · 2026
Hollywood Dance Experience
Los Angeles, CA
commercial
Jul 20-21 · 2026
West Coast Elite Dance
Burbank, CA
commercial
Jul 23-27 · 2026
International Grand Ball DanceSport Championships
Burlingame, CA
ballroom
Jul 24-26 · 2026
Tremaine Dance
Garden Grove, CA
commercial
Jul 25-30 · 2026
Soul De Soul Dance Convention
Redondo Beach, CA
commercial
Jul 26-26 · 2026
Reinforce Dance Experience
Hermosa Beach, CA
commercial
Jul 31 — Aug 2 · 2026
Soul De Soul Dance Convention
Redondo Beach, CA
commercial
Aug 3-9 · 2026
DancerPalooza
Anaheim, CA
commercial
Aug 5-10 · 2026
Great Gatsby Gala
San Diego, CA
ballroom
Sep 18-20 · 2026
Hollywood Connection
Burbank, CA
commercial
Sep 27-27 · 2026
Rainbow Dance Competition
Anaheim, CA
commercial
Oct 2-4 · 2026
Dance The Magic
Anaheim, CA
commercial
Oct 22-24 · 2026
Fred Astaire
Irvine, CA
commercial
Oct 23-25 · 2026
Celebrity Dance Competitions
SF Bay Area, CA
commercial
Nov 8-8 · 2026
Rainbow Dance Competition
Riverside, CA
commercial
Dec 6-6 · 2026
Rainbow Dance Competition
Ontario, CA
commercial
Dec 11-13 · 2026
Dance The Magic
Anaheim, CA
commercial
May 7-9 · 2027
Jump Dance Convention
Anaheim, CA
commercial
May 21-23 · 2027
Jump Dance Convention
Santa Clara, CA
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California Competitions by Style and Category
California hosts both commercial and studio competitions and ballroom and DanceSport events. About 97% of events (285) are commercial and studio competitions. About 3% of events (9) are ballroom and DanceSport competitions. Notable competition brands include Rainbow Dance Competition, Spotlight Dance Cup, Thunderstruck Dance Competition, and Sharp International.
Where Competitions Are Held in California
Dance competitions in California are spread across 78 cities. The most active cities are Anaheim (22 events), San Diego (17 events), Riverside (17 events), San Jose (16 events), Redondo Beach (15 events), Santa Clara (13 events), and Lawndale (11 events). 71 additional cities each host at least one event throughout the season.
California Competition Season Calendar
The busiest months for dance competitions in California are May, March, and April, which together account for 241 of the state's 294 events. Based on currently announced events, no competitions are yet scheduled in January and February.
Upcoming Dance Competitions in California
| Competition | Dates | City |
|---|---|---|
| Sharp International | Mar 7 — Mar 8 | Buena Blvd |
| The Ball at the San Francisco Open Dancesport Championships | Apr 2 — Apr 6 | Burlingame |
| Groove Dance Competition | May 1 — May 3 | Downey |
| Driven Talent Competition | Jun 5 — Jun 7 | Escondido |
| L.A. Dance Magic | Jul 4 — Jul 9 | Glendale |
| DancerPalooza | Aug 3 — Aug 9 | Anaheim |
| Hollywood Connection | Sep 18 — Sep 20 | Burbank |
| Dance The Magic | Oct 2 — Oct 4 | Anaheim |
| Rainbow Dance Competition | Nov 8 | Riverside |
| Rainbow Dance Competition | Dec 6 | Ontario |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many dance competitions are in California this season?
There are currently 294 dance competitions scheduled in California across 78 cities. This list is updated regularly as new events are announced.
Which California cities are the best hubs for dance competitions?
The top competition cities in California are Anaheim (22), San Diego (17), Riverside (17), San Jose (16), and Redondo Beach (15).
When should I plan for dance competition season in California?
Competition season in California peaks during May, March, and April. Planning ahead for these busy months is recommended, as popular events can fill up quickly.
What is the difference between commercial and ballroom competitions in California?
Commercial competitions focus on studio and convention-style routines judged on performance and entertainment. Ballroom and DanceSport events follow International or American style formats with technical scoring. California hosts 285 commercial and 9 ballroom events this season.
Which competition brands host the most events in California?
The most active competition brands in California are Rainbow Dance Competition (27 events), Spotlight Dance Cup (17 events), Thunderstruck Dance Competition (15 events), Sharp International (13 events), and Kids Artistic Revue (12 events).