How many dance competitions are in Chicago this season?

There are currently 117 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 (87), Rosemont (14), Schaumburg (7), 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 113 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), CRU Dance Competition (3 events), and Turn It Up Dance Challenge (3 events).

Chicago Dance Competitions — 2026 Schedule

The Chicago area has 117 dance competitions in 2026 across 6 cities in Illinois. Most active cities: Chicago (87), Rosemont (14), Schaumburg (7).

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American Dance Competition- International Ballet Competition

Press Play Dance Convention

Jump Dance Convention

Soul De Soul Dance Convention

Jump Dance Convention

Celebrity Dance Competitions

RADIX Dance Convention

Artists Simply Human

Adrenaline Dance

RADIX Dance Convention

Addiction Dance Competition

Youth America Grand Prix

Universal Ballet Competition

Chicago AllStar DanceSport

Groove Dance Competition

ID Dance Competition

New York City Dance Alliance

L.A. Dance Magic

Fly Dance Competition

League of Champions

Spotlight Dance Cup

Winter Open DanceSport Competition

CRU Dance Competition

NUVO

Hollywood Connection

Fluid Dance Conventions and Competitions

Turn It Up Dance Challenge

GuiDANCE Experience

Precision Arts Challenge

West Coast Dance Explosion

Ticket To Broadway

Hollywood Vibe

Dance Out Competition

West Coast Dance Explosion

Legacy Dance Championships

Youth America Grand Prix

Intrigue Dance Intensive

Tribute to Dance

Driven Talent Competition

Reverb Dance Competition

Turn It Up Dance Challenge

Inferno Dance Competition

Reverb Dance Competition

VIP Dance

ID Dance Competition

Symposium Talent

Intrigue Dance Intensive

World of Step

Ultra Dance Tour

That's Entertainment Performing Arts Competition

Tremaine Dance

Tremaine Dance

ORO Dance Competition

ID Dance Competition

ID Dance Competition

Bloom Dance Competition

Leap National Dance Competition

Encore Dance Competition For the Stars

Windy City Open Dancesport Competition

Platinum National Dance Competition

Ovation Dance Challenge

Velocity Dance Convention

Bloom Dance Competition

Rainbow Dance Competition

Breakout Dance Competition

XL Dance Competition

KAOS Dance Experience

Dancers Inc.

Starpower Talent

On Point National Dance Competition

Ballet Championships of America

AMP Dance Competition

World-Class Talent Experience, Inc.

Monsters Dance Conventions

Artists Simply Human

NRG Dance Project

Hollywood Dance Jamz

Energy National Dance Competitions