New Jersey Dance Competitions (2026-2027)
New Jersey has 183 dance competitions scheduled for the 2026-2027 season across 75 cities. The most active cities are East Rutherford (11), Voorhees (10), Atlantic City (9). Events run from March 2026 through November 2026.
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Mar 6-8 · 2026
Beyond The Stars Dance Competition
Vernon, NJ
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Mar 6-8 · 2026
Starpower Talent
Meadowlands, NJ
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Mar 6-8 · 2026
DanceXplosion
Hackensack, NJ
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Mar 6-8 · 2026
Beyond The Stars Dance Competition
East Rutherford, NJ
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Mar 6-8 · 2026
Breakout Dance Competition
Central, NJ
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Mar 6-8 · 2026
Sophisticated Productions
West Caldwell, NJ
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Mar 6-8 · 2026
Starpower Talent
Secaucus, NJ
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Mar 6-8 · 2026
Elite Dance Challenge
Freehold, NJ
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Mar 6-8 · 2026
Industry Dance Challenge
Hasbrouck Heights, NJ
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Mar 6-8 · 2026
On Stage America
Trenton, NJ
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Mar 6-8 · 2026
DanceXplosion
HACKENSACK AREA, NJ
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Mar 6-8 · 2026
Journey Dance Competition
Parsippany, NJ
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Mar 7-8 · 2026
That's Entertainment Performing Arts Competition
Somerset, NJ
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Mar 7-8 · 2026
STEP UP 2 DANCE
Williamstown, NJ
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Mar 13-15 · 2026
DECAdance Competition
Woodbridge, NJ
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Mar 13-15 · 2026
Dancers Inc.
Manahawkin, NJ
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Mar 13-15 · 2026
Starpower Talent
East Brunswick, NJ
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Mar 13-15 · 2026
Driven Talent Competition
Williamstown, NJ
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Mar 13-15 · 2026
Groove Dance Competition
Millstone, NJ
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Mar 13-15 · 2026
DanceXplosion
JACKSON, NJ
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Mar 13-15 · 2026
The Royal Dance Competition
East Rutherford, NJ
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Mar 13-15 · 2026
Journey Dance Competition
East Rutherford, NJ
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Mar 13-15 · 2026
DECAdance Competition
Iselin, NJ
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Mar 13-15 · 2026
Hall of Fame Dance Challenge
Morristown, NJ
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Mar 13-15 · 2026
Showbiz Talent
Hackensack, NJ
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Mar 13-15 · 2026
Embody Dance Conference
Whippany, NJ
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Mar 13-15 · 2026
Breakout Dance Competition
Mays Landing, NJ
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Mar 13-15 · 2026
Divacomps
Mt Pleasant, NJ
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Mar 13-15 · 2026
LEGEND National Dance Competition
Voorhees, NJ
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Mar 14-14 · 2026
Ignite Dance Live
Voorhees, NJ
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
DECAdance Competition
Meadowlands, NJ
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
Artists Simply Human
Newark, NJ
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
StarStruck Dance Challenge
Sparta, NJ
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
Beyond The Stars Dance Competition
Millstone, NJ
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
Groove Dance Competition
Watchung, NJ
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
Groove Dance Competition
Manahawkin, NJ
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
DanceXplosion
VOORHEES, NJ
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
Elite Dance Challenge
Sewell, NJ
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
Dancers Inc.
Randolph, NJ
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
DECAdance Competition
East Rutherford, NJ
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
A-List Dance Association
Ewing, NJ
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
Legacy Dance Championships
Blackwood, NJ
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
Nexstar National Talent Competition
Hackensack, NJ
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
Precision Arts Challenge
Trenton, NJ
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
Nexstar National Talent Competition
East Rutherford, NJ
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
Groove Dance Competition
Warren, NJ
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Mar 20-22 · 2026
High Demand Dance Competition
Lawrenceville, NJ
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
Beyond The Stars Dance Competition
Manahawkin, NJ
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
Beyond The Stars Dance Competition
Somerset, NJ
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
Groove Dance Competition
Voorhees, NJ
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
Edge Talent Competition
Trenton, NJ
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
StarStruck Dance Challenge
Voorhees, NJ
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
On Point National Dance Competition
Warren, NJ
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
Believe National Talent Competition
Hackensack, NJ
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
All Out Dance Competition
Cedar Grove, NJ
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
Monsters Dance Conventions
New Brunswick, NJ
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
Breakout Dance Competition
Lawrenceville, NJ
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
All Out Dance Competition
Mountain Lakes, NJ
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
Believe National Talent Competition
Secaucus, NJ
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
Starpower Talent
Sparta, NJ
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
Groove Dance Competition
Pine Hill, NJ
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
United States Tournament of Dance
Englewood, NJ
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Mar 27-29 · 2026
Journey Dance Competition
Erial, NJ
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Mar 28-29 · 2026
Omega Dance Challenge
Morristown, NJ
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Apr 3-4 · 2026
Starbound National Talent Competition
Voorhees, NJ
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Apr 10-12 · 2026
StarStruck Dance Challenge
Morristown, NJ
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Apr 10-12 · 2026
Groove Dance Competition
Mountain Lakes, NJ
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Apr 10-12 · 2026
Beyond The Stars Dance Competition
Voorhees, NJ
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Apr 10-12 · 2026
The Royal Dance Competition
Sicklerville, NJ
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Apr 10-12 · 2026
Destiny National Talent Competition
Sewell, NJ
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Apr 10-12 · 2026
Applause Talent
Whippany, NJ
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Apr 10-12 · 2026
Ticket To Broadway
Blackwood, NJ
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Apr 10-12 · 2026
REIGN Dance Challenge
Ewing, NJ
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Apr 10-12 · 2026
Breakout Dance Competition
East Rutherford, NJ
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Apr 10-12 · 2026
Reverb Dance Competition
Robbinsville, NJ
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Apr 10-12 · 2026
Onstage New York
Hackensack, NJ
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Apr 10-12 · 2026
Journey Dance Competition
Lawrence Township, NJ
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Apr 10-12 · 2026
Reverb Dance Competition
Robbinsville 1, NJ
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
DECAdance Competition
Vernon Township, NJ
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
HEADLINERS
Tinton Falls, NJ
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
Edge Talent Competition
Flanders, NJ
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
DanceXplosion
SPARTA, NJ
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
Beyond The Stars Dance Competition
Robbinsville, NJ
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
Dancers Inc.
Runnemede, NJ
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
Dancers Inc.
Pine Hill, NJ
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
LUXXE Arts Challenge
Erial, NJ
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
Breakout Dance Competition
Voorhees, NJ
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
Backstage Competition
Blackwood, NJ
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
True Talent
Lawrence Township, NJ
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
Reverb Dance Competition
Watchung 1, NJ
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
Revel Dance Convention
Parsippany, NJ
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
Revel Dance Convention
Newark, NJ
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
Soar Dance Competition
East Rutherford, NJ
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
Starpower Talent
Meadowlands, NJ
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
L.A. Dance Magic
East Rutherford, NJ
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
Reverb Dance Competition
Warren, NJ
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
Starpower Talent
Secaucus, NJ
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Apr 17-19 · 2026
Ignite Dance Competition
Trenton, NJ
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Apr 18-19 · 2026
Omega Dance Challenge
Hazlet, NJ
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Apr 18-18 · 2026
Throw Down Dance Challenge
Ewing, NJ
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Apr 24-26 · 2026
Star Systems Talent
Millstone/Jackson, NJ
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Apr 24-26 · 2026
Access Broadway
Atlantic City, NJ
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Apr 24-26 · 2026
Beyond The Stars Dance Competition
Flanders, NJ
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Apr 24-26 · 2026
Groove Dance Competition
Robbinsville, NJ
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Apr 24-26 · 2026
Beyond The Stars Dance Competition
Atlantic City, NJ
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Apr 24-26 · 2026
Dancers Inc.
Caldwell, NJ
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Apr 24-26 · 2026
DanceXplosion
Hackensack, NJ
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Apr 24-26 · 2026
Backstage Competition
Blackwood, NJ
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Apr 24-26 · 2026
Dancers Inc.
West Caldwell, NJ
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Apr 24-26 · 2026
VIP Dance
Millstone Township, NJ
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Apr 24-26 · 2026
True Talent
Warren, NJ
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Apr 24-26 · 2026
Showstopper
Edison, NJ
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Apr 24-26 · 2026
Beyond The Stars Dance Competition
Mays Landing, NJ
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Apr 24-26 · 2026
Soar Dance Competition
Ewing, NJ
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Apr 24-26 · 2026
Elite Dance Challenge
East Rutherford, NJ
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Apr 24-26 · 2026
On Point National Dance Competition
Sicklerville, NJ
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Apr 24-26 · 2026
DanceXplosion
HACKENSACK AREA, NJ
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Apr 24-26 · 2026
Reverb Dance Competition
Monroe 1, NJ
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Apr 25-26 · 2026
Work It Dance Challenge
Morristown, NJ
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May 1-3 · 2026
Star Systems Talent
Toms River, NJ
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May 1-3 · 2026
DECAdance Competition
Hasbrouck Heights, NJ
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May 1-3 · 2026
Starpower Talent
East Brunswick, NJ
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May 1-3 · 2026
StarStruck Dance Challenge
Secaucus, NJ
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May 1-3 · 2026
Beyond The Stars Dance Competition
Voorhees, NJ
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May 1-3 · 2026
Beyond The Stars Dance Competition
Trenton, NJ
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May 1-3 · 2026
Groove Dance Competition
Flanders, NJ
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May 1-3 · 2026
Elevation on Tour
Sicklerville, NJ
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May 1-3 · 2026
Revolution National Talent Competition
Sewell, NJ
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May 1-3 · 2026
New York City Dance Alliance
East Rutherford, NJ
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May 1-3 · 2026
3Sixty The Tour
Warren, NJ
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May 1-3 · 2026
Energy National Dance Competitions
North Caldwell, NJ
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May 1-3 · 2026
Platinum National Dance Competition
Princeton, NJ
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May 1-3 · 2026
Beyond The Stars Dance Competition
Pine Hill, NJ
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May 1-3 · 2026
Starpower Talent
Manahawkin, NJ
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May 1-3 · 2026
The Royal Dance Competition
Toms River, NJ
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May 1-3 · 2026
High Demand Dance Competition
Demarest, NJ
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May 1-3 · 2026
REIGN Dance Challenge
Hazlet, NJ
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May 1-3 · 2026
Nexstar National Talent Competition
Sewell, NJ
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May 2-2 · 2026
Ignite Dance Live
Nutley, NJ
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May 8-10 · 2026
Starpower Talent
Meadowlands, NJ
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May 8-10 · 2026
ID Dance Competition
Atlantic City, NJ
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May 8-10 · 2026
StarQuest Dance Competition
Lodi, NJ
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May 8-10 · 2026
Journey Dance Competition
Parsippany, NJ
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May 8-10 · 2026
True Talent
Sicklerville, NJ
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May 8-10 · 2026
Beyond The Stars Dance Competition
Robbinsville, NJ
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May 8-10 · 2026
Starpower Talent
Secaucus, NJ
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May 8-10 · 2026
Starbound National Talent Competition
North Caldwell, NJ
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May 8-10 · 2026
Journey Dance Competition
East Rutherford, NJ
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May 14-18 · 2026
American Star Ball Championships
Atlantic City, NJ
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May 15-17 · 2026
Beyond The Stars Dance Competition
Jackson, NJ
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May 15-17 · 2026
DanceXplosion
VOORHEES, NJ
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May 15-17 · 2026
HEADLINERS
Runnemede, NJ
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May 15-17 · 2026
Imagine National Dance Challenge
Montclair, NJ
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May 15-17 · 2026
Turn It Up Dance Challenge
Jackson, NJ
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May 15-17 · 2026
Starpower Talent
Freehold, NJ
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May 15-17 · 2026
Reverb Dance Competition
Sicklerville 1, NJ
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May 15-17 · 2026
Dancers Inc.
Randolph, NJ
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May 15-17 · 2026
Reverb Dance Competition
Erial, NJ
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May 15-17 · 2026
Starpower Talent
East Brunswick, NJ
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May 15-17 · 2026
Journey Dance Competition
Pine Hill, NJ
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May 16-17 · 2026
STEP UP 2 DANCE
Secaucus, NJ
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May 16-17 · 2026
That's Entertainment Performing Arts Competition
Rockaway, NJ
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May 23-23 · 2026
Mid-Atlantic Regional
Woodstown, NJ
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May 29-31 · 2026
DECAdance Competition
Atlantic City, NJ
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May 29-31 · 2026
Beyond The Stars Dance Competition
Lawrenceville, NJ
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May 29-31 · 2026
East Coast Elite Dance Challenge
Voorhees, NJ
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May 29-31 · 2026
New York State Dance Challenge
Voorhees, NJ
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May 29-31 · 2026
Beyond The Stars Dance Competition
Lawrence Township, NJ
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May 29-31 · 2026
DanceXplosion
SPARTA, NJ
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Jun 21-27 · 2026
Beyond The Stars Dance Competition
Cape May, NJ
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Jun 22-26 · 2026
Starpower Talent
Atlantic City, NJ
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Jun 22-25 · 2026
Elite Dance Challenge
Long Beach Island, NJ
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Jun 29 — Jul 3 · 2026
StarStruck Dance Challenge
Wildwood, NJ
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Jun 29 — Jul 3 · 2026
Groove Dance Competition
Atlantic City, NJ
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Jul 6-12 · 2026
The Royal Dance Competition
Toms River, NJ
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Jul 6-11 · 2026
DanceXplosion
Wildwood, NJ
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Jul 13-16 · 2026
HEADLINERS
Atlantic City, NJ
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Jul 19-24 · 2026
That's Entertainment Performing Arts Competition
Atlantic City, NJ
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Oct 15-17 · 2026
Fred Astaire
Jersey City, NJ
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Oct 18-18 · 2026
Groove Dance Competition
Park Ridge, NJ
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Oct 25-25 · 2026
DECAdance Competition
New Jersey, NJ
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Nov 1-1 · 2026
STEP UP 2 DANCE
Princeton, NJ
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Nov 8-8 · 2026
Dancers Inc.
New Jersey, NJ
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New Jersey Competitions by Style and Category
New Jersey hosts both commercial and studio competitions and ballroom and DanceSport events. About 99% of events (182) are commercial and studio competitions. About 1% of events (1) are ballroom and DanceSport competitions. Notable competition brands include Beyond The Stars Dance Competition, Starpower Talent, Groove Dance Competition, and DanceXplosion.
Where Competitions Are Held in New Jersey
Dance competitions in New Jersey are spread across 75 cities. The most active cities are East Rutherford (11 events), Voorhees (10 events), Atlantic City (9 events), Hackensack (6 events), Secaucus (6 events), Trenton (5 events), and Warren (5 events). 68 additional cities each host at least one event throughout the season.
New Jersey Competition Season Calendar
The busiest months for dance competitions in New Jersey are March, April, and May, which together account for 169 of the state's 183 events. Based on currently announced events, no competitions are yet scheduled in January, February, August, September, and December.
Upcoming Dance Competitions in New Jersey
| Competition | Dates | City |
|---|---|---|
| Beyond The Stars Dance Competition | Mar 6 — Mar 8 | Vernon |
| Starpower Talent | Mar 6 — Mar 8 | Meadowlands |
| Starbound National Talent Competition | Apr 3 — Apr 4 | Voorhees |
| StarStruck Dance Challenge | Apr 10 — Apr 12 | Morristown |
| Star Systems Talent | May 1 — May 3 | Toms River |
| DECAdance Competition | May 1 — May 3 | Hasbrouck Heights |
| Beyond The Stars Dance Competition | Jun 21 — Jun 27 | Cape May |
| Starpower Talent | Jun 22 — Jun 26 | Atlantic City |
| The Royal Dance Competition | Jul 6 — Jul 12 | Toms River |
| DanceXplosion | Jul 6 — Jul 11 | Wildwood |
| Fred Astaire | Oct 15 — Oct 17 | Jersey City |
| Groove Dance Competition | Oct 18 | Park Ridge |
| STEP UP 2 DANCE | Nov 1 | Princeton |
| Dancers Inc. | Nov 8 | New Jersey |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many dance competitions are in New Jersey this season?
There are currently 183 dance competitions scheduled in New Jersey across 75 cities. This list is updated regularly as new events are announced.
Which New Jersey cities are the best hubs for dance competitions?
The top competition cities in New Jersey are East Rutherford (11), Voorhees (10), Atlantic City (9), Hackensack (6), and Secaucus (6).
When should I plan for dance competition season in New Jersey?
Competition season in New Jersey 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 New Jersey?
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. New Jersey hosts 182 commercial and 1 ballroom events this season.
Which competition brands host the most events in New Jersey?
The most active competition brands in New Jersey are Beyond The Stars Dance Competition (18 events), Starpower Talent (13 events), Groove Dance Competition (11 events), DanceXplosion (10 events), and DECAdance Competition (8 events).