Mississippi Dance Competitions (2026-2027)

Mississippi has 9 dance competitions scheduled for the 2026-2027 season across 5 cities. The most active cities are Biloxi (4), Meridian (2), Hattiesburg (1). Events run from March 2026 through February 2027.

Mississippi Competitions by Style and Category

All 9 dance competitions in Mississippi fall under the commercial and studio category. Leading organizers in the state include Inspire National Dance Competition, Elite Dance Cup, Platinum National Dance Competition, and Starpower Talent.

Where Competitions Are Held in Mississippi

Dance competitions in Mississippi are spread across 5 cities. The most active cities are Biloxi (4 events), Meridian (2 events), Hattiesburg (1 event), Petal (Hattiesburg) (1 event), and Petal (1 event).

Mississippi Competition Season Calendar

The busiest months for dance competitions in Mississippi are March, April, and February, which together account for 8 of the state's 9 events.

Upcoming Dance Competitions in Mississippi

CompetitionDatesCity
Inspire National Dance CompetitionMar 20 — Mar 22Hattiesburg
Elite Dance CupMar 20 — Mar 22Meridian
Inspire National Dance CompetitionMar 20 — Mar 22Petal (Hattiesburg)
Inspire National Dance CompetitionMar 20 — Mar 22Petal
Platinum National Dance CompetitionApr 10 — Apr 12Meridian
Starpower TalentApr 17 — Apr 19Biloxi
Elite Dance CupApr 24 — Apr 26Biloxi
Elite Dance CupJul 8 — Jul 11Biloxi
Stage OneFeb 19 — Feb 21Biloxi

Frequently Asked Questions

How many dance competitions are in Mississippi this season?

There are currently 9 dance competitions scheduled in Mississippi across 5 cities. This list is updated regularly as new events are announced.

Which Mississippi cities are the best hubs for dance competitions?

The top competition cities in Mississippi are Biloxi (4), Meridian (2), Hattiesburg (1), Petal (Hattiesburg) (1), and Petal (1).

When should I plan for dance competition season in Mississippi?

Competition season in Mississippi 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 Mississippi?

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 9 events in Mississippi this season are commercial.

Which competition brands host the most events in Mississippi?

The most active competition brands in Mississippi are Inspire National Dance Competition (3 events), Elite Dance Cup (3 events), Platinum National Dance Competition (1 events), Starpower Talent (1 events), and Stage One (1 events).

Mississippi competitions by year