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Pennsylvania Dance Competitions (2026-2027)

Pennsylvania has 88 dance competitions scheduled for the 2026-2027 season across 27 cities. The most active cities are Pittsburgh (20), Lancaster (14), Philadelphia (8). Events run from October 2026 through July 2027.

2026-2027 season · 88 dates · updated daily

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May 2027

14 competitions
Platinum Dance Collective
May 14-16 · 2027
commercial3 days
Platinum Dance Collective
Pittsburgh, PA
Platinum National Dance Competition
May 14-16 · 2027
commercial3 days
Platinum National Dance Competition
Pittsburgh, PA
StarQuest Dance Competition
May 14-16 · 2027
commercial3 days
StarQuest Dance Competition
Erie, PA
Turn It Up Dance Challenge
May 14 · 2027
commercial1 day
Turn It Up Dance Challenge
King of Prussia, PA
Encore Dance Competition For the Stars
May 21-23 · 2027
commercial3 days
Encore Dance Competition For the Stars
Lancaster, PA

June 2027

2 competitions
Journey Dance Competition
Jun 21-25 · 2027
commercial5 days
Journey Dance Competition
Hershey, PA

July 2027

8 competitions
All Out Dance Competition
Jul 4-11 · 2027
commercial8 days
All Out Dance Competition
Pocono Manor, PA
All Out Dance Competition
Jul 4-11 · 2027
commercial8 days
All Out Dance Competition
Poconos, PA
StarQuest Dance Competition
Jul 7-12 · 2027
commercial6 days
StarQuest Dance Competition
Harrisburg, PA
StarQuest Dance Competition
Jul 7-12 · 2027
commercial6 days
StarQuest Dance Competition
Harrisburg (Hershey World Finals), PA
StarQuest Dance Competition
Jul 7-12 · 2027
commercial6 days
StarQuest Dance Competition
Hershey, PA

November 2026

11 competitions
Nov 13-15 · 2026
commercial3 days
Artists Simply Human
Pittsburgh, PA
Nov 15 · 2026
commercial1 day
Dancers Inc.
Lancaster, PA
Nov 15 · 2026
commercial1 day
Dancers Inc.
Lancaster Area, PA
Nov 15 · 2026
commercial1 day
Dancers Inc.
Pennsylvania, PA
Nov 15 · 2026
commercial1 day
Dancers Inc.
Pennsylvania Area, PA
Nov 15 · 2026
commercial1 day
Dancers Inc.
TBA, PA
Nov 21-22 · 2026
commercial2 days
Manhattan Dance Project
Philadelphia, PA

January 2027

7 competitions
Jan 15-17 · 2027
commercial3 days
Artists Simply Human
Philadelphia, PA
Jan 15-17 · 2027
commercial3 days
Artists Simply Human
Philadelphia #1, PA

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My 2026-2027 season

Pennsylvania Competitions by Style and Category

All 88 dance competitions in Pennsylvania fall under the commercial and studio category. Leading organizers in the state include Turn It Up Dance Challenge, StarQuest Dance Competition, Encore Dance Competition For the Stars, and Artists Simply Human.

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Where Competitions Are Held in Pennsylvania

Dance competitions in Pennsylvania are spread across 27 cities. The most active cities are Pittsburgh (20 events), Lancaster (14 events), Philadelphia (8 events), King of Prussia (7 events), Hershey (5 events), Harrisburg (5 events), and Altoona (3 events). 20 additional cities each host at least one event throughout the season.

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Pennsylvania Competition Season Calendar

The busiest months for dance competitions in Pennsylvania are February, April, and March, which together account for 44 of the state's 88 events. Based on currently announced events, no competitions are yet scheduled in August, September, and December.

Upcoming Dance Competitions in Pennsylvania

CompetitionDatesCityVenueCategory
StarQuest Dance CompetitionJan 22 — Jan 24Lancaster—Commercial
Jump Dance ConventionFeb 5 — Feb 7Philadelphia—Commercial
Encore Dance Competition For the StarsMar 5 — Mar 7Johnstown—Commercial
Showbiz TalentApr 2 — Apr 4PittsburghMonroeville Convention CenterCommercial
Encore Dance Competition For the StarsMay 7 — May 9Lancaster—Commercial
Journey Dance CompetitionJun 21 — Jun 25HersheyHershey LodgeCommercial
All Out Dance CompetitionJul 4 — Jul 11Pocono ManorKalahari - PoconosCommercial
Turn It Up Dance ChallengeOct 4Pittsburgh—Commercial
Groove Dance CompetitionNov 8King of PrussiaSheraton Valley Forge HotelCommercial

Frequently Asked Questions

How many dance competitions are in Pennsylvania this season?

There are currently 88 dance competitions scheduled in Pennsylvania across 27 cities. This list is updated regularly as new events are announced.

Which Pennsylvania cities are the best hubs for dance competitions?

The top competition cities in Pennsylvania are Pittsburgh (20), Lancaster (14), Philadelphia (8), King of Prussia (7), and Hershey (5).

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When should I plan for dance competition season in Pennsylvania?

Competition season in Pennsylvania peaks during February, April, and March. 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 Pennsylvania?

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 88 events in Pennsylvania this season are commercial.

Which competition brands host the most events in Pennsylvania?

The most active competition brands in Pennsylvania are Turn It Up Dance Challenge (9 events), StarQuest Dance Competition (9 events), Encore Dance Competition For the Stars (8 events), Artists Simply Human (5 events), and Dancers Inc. (5 events).

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Pocono Manor
Poconos
Monroeville
Lancaster I
Lancaster (1)
Allentown
Lancaster II
Lancaster (2)
Erie
Harrisburg (Hershey World Finals)
Lancaster Area
Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Area
TBA
Philadelphia #1
Philadelphia #2
Scranton
Breinigsville

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