Question 1

How many dance competitions are in Illinois this season?

Accepted Answer

There are currently 42 dance competitions scheduled in Illinois across 16 cities. This list is updated regularly as new events are announced.

Question 2

Which Illinois cities are the best hubs for dance competitions?

Accepted Answer

The top competition cities in Illinois are Chicago (18), Aurora (9), Chicago (Oswego) (2), Peoria (1), and Chicago (I) (1).

Question 3

When should I plan for dance competition season in Illinois?

Accepted Answer

Competition season in Illinois peaks during May, March, and April. Planning ahead for these busy months is recommended, as popular events can fill up quickly.

Question 4

What is the difference between commercial and ballroom competitions in Illinois?

Accepted Answer

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. All 42 events in Illinois this season are commercial.

Question 5

Which competition brands host the most events in Illinois?

Accepted Answer

The most active competition brands in Illinois are Imagine National Dance Challenge (9 events), Addiction Dance Competition (5 events), Legacy Dance Championships (4 events), VIP Dance (2 events), and DreamMaker (2 events).

Illinois Dance Competitions — 2025 Schedule

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American Dance Competition- International Ballet Competition

Soul De Soul Dance Convention

Jump Dance Convention

Addiction Dance Competition

RADIX Dance Convention

Imagine National Dance Challenge

Imagine National Dance Challenge

Jamfest Cheer & Dance Events

Imagine National Dance Challenge

Storm Dance Challenge

Legacy Dance Championships

Legacy Dance Championships

VIP Dance

Turn It Around Tour

Imagine National Dance Challenge

Imagine National Dance Challenge

Imagine National Dance Challenge

That's Entertainment Performing Arts Competition

Imagine National Dance Challenge

Ballet Championships of America

Addiction Dance Competition

Addiction Dance Competition

Addiction Dance Competition

Addiction Dance Competition

Encore Dance Competition For the Stars

LEGEND National Dance Competition

Fly Dance Competition

DreamMaker

Imagine National Dance Challenge

VIP Dance

Legacy Dance Championships

Legacy Dance Championships

DreamMaker

Imagine National Dance Challenge

Revive Dance Convention

Revive Dance Convention

24 Seven Dance Convention

Manhattan Dance Project

Monsters Dance Conventions

Revel Dance Convention

Revel Dance Convention

Ovation Dance Tour