New York has 103 dance competitions scheduled for the 2026-2027 season across 39 cities. The most active cities are Long Island (31), Syracuse (8), Albany (8). Events run from August 2026 through June 2027.
All 103 dance competitions in New York fall under the commercial and studio category. Leading organizers in the state include Turn It Up Dance Challenge, Journey Dance Competition, StarQuest Dance Competition, and Legacy Dance Championships.
Dance competitions in New York are spread across 39 cities. The most active cities are Long Island (31 events), Syracuse (8 events), Albany (8 events), Buffalo (7 events), Rochester (4 events), Utica (4 events), and New York (3 events). 32 additional cities each host at least one event throughout the season.
The busiest months for dance competitions in New York are April, March, and May, which together account for 72 of the state's 103 events. Based on currently announced events, no competitions are yet scheduled in July.
| Competition | Dates | City |
|---|---|---|
| Turn It Up Dance Challenge | Jan 29 — Jan 31 | Long Island (1) |
| Embody Dance Conference | Feb 5 — Feb 7 | Rochester |
| Turn It Up Dance Challenge | Mar 5 — Mar 7 | Long Island |
| Legacy Dance Championships | Apr 2 — Apr 4 | Utica |
| StarQuest Dance Competition | May 7 — May 9 | Long Island III |
| United States Tournament of Dance | Jun 4 — Jun 6 | Vestal |
| Jump Dance Convention | Aug 13 — Aug 16 | New York |
| Manhattan Dance Project | Sep 19 — Sep 20 | Syracuse |
| Spirit of Dance Awards Competition & Convention | Oct 5 | Long Island |
| Turn It Up Dance Challenge | Nov 8 | Buffalo |
| Jamfest Cheer & Dance Events | Dec 13 | Albany |
There are currently 103 dance competitions scheduled in New York across 39 cities. This list is updated regularly as new events are announced.
The top competition cities in New York are Long Island (31), Syracuse (8), Albany (8), Buffalo (7), and Rochester (4).
Competition season in New York peaks during April, March, and May. Planning ahead for these busy months is recommended, as popular events can fill up quickly.
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 103 events in New York this season are commercial.
The most active competition brands in New York are Turn It Up Dance Challenge (14 events), Journey Dance Competition (12 events), StarQuest Dance Competition (11 events), Legacy Dance Championships (10 events), and Kids Artistic Revue (6 events).