How many dance competitions are in Chicago this season?

There are currently 126 dance competitions scheduled in Chicago across 6 cities. This list is updated regularly as new events are announced.

Which Chicago cities are the best hubs for dance competitions?

The top competition cities in Chicago are Chicago (95), Rosemont (14), Schaumburg (8), Naperville (6), and Oak Brook (2).

When should I plan for dance competition season in Chicago?

Competition season in Chicago peaks during March, April, and February. 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 Chicago?

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. Chicago hosts 122 commercial and 4 ballroom events this season.

Which competition brands host the most events in Chicago?

The most active competition brands in Chicago are Addiction Dance Competition (4 events), ID Dance Competition (4 events), Bloom Dance Competition (4 events), Energy National Dance Competitions (3 events), and Turn It Up Dance Challenge (3 events).

Chicago Dance Competitions — 2026 Schedule

The Chicago area has 126 dance competitions in 2026 across 6 cities in Illinois. Most active cities: Chicago (95), Rosemont (14), Schaumburg (8).

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American Dance Competition- International Ballet Competition

Press Play Dance Convention

Soul De Soul Dance Convention

Jump Dance Convention

Jump Dance Convention

Manhattan Dance Project

Celebrity Dance Competitions

Adrenaline Dance

Artists Simply Human

RADIX Dance Convention

RADIX Dance Convention

Addiction Dance Competition

Youth America Grand Prix

Universal Ballet Competition

Chicago AllStar DanceSport

ID Dance Competition

Groove Dance Competition

New York City Dance Alliance

Fly Dance Competition

Energy National Dance Competitions

L.A. Dance Magic

League of Champions

Spotlight Dance Cup

Winter Open DanceSport Competition

Turn It Up Dance Challenge

Fluid Dance Conventions and Competitions

CRU Dance Competition

GuiDANCE Experience

Hollywood Connection

NUVO

West Coast Dance Explosion

Ticket To Broadway

Legacy Dance Championships

West Coast Dance Explosion

Hollywood Vibe

Dance Out Competition

Precision Arts Challenge

Youth America Grand Prix

Intrigue Dance Intensive

Turn It Up Dance Challenge

Reverb Dance Competition

Driven Talent Competition

Inferno Dance Competition

Tribute to Dance

ID Dance Competition

VIP Dance

Symposium Talent

Reverb Dance Competition

Intrigue Dance Intensive

Star Systems Talent

Tremaine Dance

World of Step

Tremaine Dance

Ultra Dance Tour

That's Entertainment Performing Arts Competition

ID Dance Competition

Bloom Dance Competition

Leap National Dance Competition

ORO Dance Competition

Encore Dance Competition For the Stars

ID Dance Competition

Windy City Open Dancesport Competition

Platinum Dance Collective

Platinum National Dance Competition

Ovation Dance Challenge

Velocity Dance Convention

KAOS Dance Experience

XL Dance Competition

Breakout Dance Competition

Rainbow Dance Competition

Bloom Dance Competition

On Point National Dance Competition

Starpower Talent

Dancers Inc.

Ballet Championships of America

Legacy Dance Championships

World-Class Talent Experience, Inc.

AMP Dance Competition