How many dance competitions are in Chicago this season?

There are currently 124 dance competitions scheduled in Chicago across 7 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 (93), 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 120 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 CRU Dance Competition (3 events).

Chicago Dance Competitions — 2026 Schedule

The Chicago area has 124 dance competitions in 2026 across 7 cities in Illinois. Most active cities: Chicago (93), 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

Artists Simply Human

RADIX Dance Convention

RADIX Dance Convention

Adrenaline Dance

Addiction Dance Competition

Youth America Grand Prix

Universal Ballet Competition

Chicago AllStar DanceSport

Groove Dance Competition

ID Dance Competition

New York City Dance Alliance

Energy National Dance Competitions

Fly Dance Competition

L.A. Dance Magic

Spotlight Dance Cup

League of Champions

Winter Open DanceSport Competition

NUVO

CRU Dance Competition

Hollywood Connection

Turn It Up Dance Challenge

GuiDANCE Experience

Fluid Dance Conventions and Competitions

Hollywood Vibe

Dance Out Competition

Precision Arts Challenge

West Coast Dance Explosion

Ticket To Broadway

Legacy Dance Championships

West Coast Dance Explosion

Youth America Grand Prix

Reverb Dance Competition

ID Dance Competition

Tribute to Dance

VIP Dance

Turn It Up Dance Challenge

Symposium Talent

Intrigue Dance Intensive

Driven Talent Competition

Intrigue Dance Intensive

Inferno Dance Competition

Reverb Dance Competition

Tremaine Dance

That's Entertainment Performing Arts Competition

Ultra Dance Tour

World of Step

Tremaine Dance

ID Dance Competition

Encore Dance Competition For the Stars

ORO Dance Competition

ID Dance Competition

Leap National Dance Competition

Bloom Dance Competition

Windy City Open Dancesport Competition

Platinum National Dance Competition

Ovation Dance Challenge

Platinum Dance Collective

On Point National Dance Competition

Breakout Dance Competition

XL Dance Competition

Rainbow Dance Competition

Bloom Dance Competition

KAOS Dance Experience

Velocity Dance Convention

Starpower Talent

Dancers Inc.

Ballet Championships of America

Artists Simply Human

Monsters Dance Conventions

AMP Dance Competition

Legacy Dance Championships

NRG Dance Project