Louisiana Dance Competitions (2026-2027)

Louisiana has 10 dance competitions scheduled for the 2026-2027 season across 7 cities. The most active cities are Baton Rouge (3), Lafayette (2), Lake Charles (1). Events run from June 2026 through May 2027.

Louisiana Competitions by Style and Category

All 10 dance competitions in Louisiana fall under the commercial and studio category. Leading organizers in the state include StarQuest Dance Competition, NYLA DANCE - New York Los Angeles Dance Conventions & Competition, Platinum Dance Collective, and Platinum National Dance Competition.

Where Competitions Are Held in Louisiana

Dance competitions in Louisiana are spread across 7 cities. The most active cities are Baton Rouge (3 events), Lafayette (2 events), Lake Charles (1 event), Chalmette (New Orleans) (1 event), Kenner (1 event), Metairie (1 event), and West Monroe (1 event).

Louisiana Competition Season Calendar

The busiest months for dance competitions in Louisiana are March, April, and May, which together account for 6 of the state's 10 events. Based on currently announced events, no competitions are yet scheduled in February, July, August, October, November, and December.

Upcoming Dance Competitions in Louisiana

CompetitionDatesCity
NYLA DANCE - New York Los Angeles Dance Conventions & CompetitionJun 26 — Jun 28Lake Charles
Platinum Dance CollectiveSep 12Lafayette
Platinum National Dance CompetitionSep 12Lafayette
Showbiz TalentJan 22 — Jan 24Baton Rouge
Kids Artistic RevueMar 12 — Mar 14Baton Rouge
Triumph National TalentMar 19 — Mar 21Baton Rouge
The MovementApr 9 — Apr 11Chalmette (New Orleans)
Rainbow Dance CompetitionApr 23 — Apr 25Kenner
StarQuest Dance CompetitionMay 7 — May 9Metairie
StarQuest Dance CompetitionMay 21 — May 23West Monroe

Frequently Asked Questions

How many dance competitions are in Louisiana this season?

There are currently 10 dance competitions scheduled in Louisiana across 7 cities. This list is updated regularly as new events are announced.

Which Louisiana cities are the best hubs for dance competitions?

The top competition cities in Louisiana are Baton Rouge (3), Lafayette (2), Lake Charles (1), Chalmette (New Orleans) (1), and Kenner (1).

When should I plan for dance competition season in Louisiana?

Competition season in Louisiana peaks during March, April, and May. 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 Louisiana?

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 10 events in Louisiana this season are commercial.

Which competition brands host the most events in Louisiana?

The most active competition brands in Louisiana are StarQuest Dance Competition (2 events), NYLA DANCE - New York Los Angeles Dance Conventions & Competition (1 events), Platinum Dance Collective (1 events), Platinum National Dance Competition (1 events), and Showbiz Talent (1 events).

Louisiana competitions by year