North Carolina has 64 dance competitions scheduled for the 2026-2027 season across 24 cities. The most active cities are Charlotte (12), Raleigh (9), Durham (6). Styles include jazz, lyrical, contemporary, tap, ballet. Events run from October 2026 through May 2028.
2026-2027 season · 64 dates · updated daily
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All 64 dance competitions in North Carolina fall under the commercial and studio category. The most popular styles include jazz, lyrical, contemporary, tap, ballet, and musical theater. Leading organizers in the state include Encore Dance Competition For the Stars, StarQuest Dance Competition, Boogie Fever USA, and Platinum Dance Collective.
Dance competitions in North Carolina are spread across 24 cities. The most active cities are Charlotte (12 events), Raleigh (9 events), Durham (6 events), Concord (5 events), Rocky Mount (4 events), Supply (4 events), and Asheville (3 events). 17 additional cities each host at least one event throughout the season.
The busiest months for dance competitions in North Carolina are April, February, and March, which together account for 50 of the state's 64 events. Based on currently announced events, no competitions are yet scheduled in January, July, August, September, and November.
| Competition | Dates | City |
|---|---|---|
| Encore Dance Competition For the Stars | Feb 5 — Feb 7 | Concord |
| Turn It Up Dance Challenge | Feb 5 — Feb 7 | Durham |
| Encore Dance Competition For the Stars | Mar 5 — Mar 7 | Lenoir |
| Kids Artistic Revue | Mar 5 — Mar 7 | Charlotte |
| Encore Dance Competition For the Stars | Apr 2 — Apr 4 | High Point |
| Encore Dance Competition For the Stars | Apr 2 — Apr 4 | Rocky Mount |
| Platinum Dance Collective | May 7 — May 9 | Charlotte |
| Platinum Dance Collective | May 7 — May 9 | Concord |
| Boogie Fever USA | Jun 10 — Jun 13 | Supply |
| Boogie Fever USA | Jun 23 — Jun 26 | Rockingham |
| Kids Artistic Revue | Oct 4 | Concord |
| Rainbow Dance Competition | Oct 4 | Concord |
| Jamfest Cheer & Dance Events | Dec 6 | Concord |
There are currently 64 dance competitions scheduled in North Carolina across 24 cities. This list is updated regularly as new events are announced.
The top competition cities in North Carolina are Charlotte (12), Raleigh (9), Durham (6), Concord (5), and Rocky Mount (4).
Competition season in North Carolina peaks during April, February, and March. 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 64 events in North Carolina this season are commercial.
The most active competition brands in North Carolina are Encore Dance Competition For the Stars (11 events), StarQuest Dance Competition (6 events), Boogie Fever USA (6 events), Platinum Dance Collective (4 events), and Kids Artistic Revue (3 events).