Regional Dance Conventions & Dance Competitions 2026 & 2027
Welcome to Revive Dance. Whether you are comparing regional dance competitions or planning your season around dance conventions 2026 and 2027, our tour gives dancers, teachers, studios and families a place to train, perform and reconnect with what they love about dance.
Across 29 events in the U.S. and Canada, each weekend brings together the Classroom Series, Competition Experience, Audition Experience and a community-first approach to artistic growth.
- Regional events
- 29
- U.S. states
- 20
Regional dance competition tour calendar
The Revive 2026–2027 regional season begins in November 2026 and continues through May 2027, with 29 events across 20 U.S. states and Ontario, Canada. Use the state and province overview below to see where the tour is headed, then compare the same schedule by month.
Alabama
- Montgomery — Jan 22–24, 2027
California
- Burbank — Nov 13–15, 2026
- San Diego — Dec 4–6, 2026
- Burlingame — Mar 19–21, 2027
- Los Angeles — May 7–9, 2027
Florida
- Orlando — Feb 12–14, 2027
- St. Augustine — Feb 26–28, 2027
Georgia
- Alpharetta — Apr 30–May 2, 2027
Illinois
- Chicago #1 — Nov 13–15, 2026
- Chicago #2 — Feb 19–21, 2027
Massachusetts
- Boston — Apr 2–4, 2027
New Jersey
- New Brunswick — Mar 5–7, 2027
North Carolina
- Concord — Jan 15–17, 2027
Ontario, Canada
- Toronto — Nov 6–8, 2026
South Carolina
- Greenville — Jan 29–31, 2027
Washington
- Seattle — Feb 19–21, 2027
Monthly list of dance competitions 2026 & 2027
Planning around school, studio and travel calendars? The month-by-month view below makes it easier to spot clusters of dates, compare travel windows and see where Revive is headed next. If you are searching for dance competitions this weekend during the season, check the latest event details before booking because schedules and availability can change.
November 2026 dance competitions & conventions
- Toronto, ON, Canada
- Nov 6–8, 2026
- Detroit, MI
- Nov 6–8, 2026
- Burbank, CA
- Nov 13–15, 2026
- Chicago, IL #1
- Nov 13–15, 2026
December 2026 dance competitions & conventions
- San Diego, CA
- Dec 4–6, 2026
January 2027 dance competitions & conventions
- Concord, NC
- Jan 15–17, 2027
- Phoenix, AZ
- Jan 15–17, 2027
- Montgomery, AL
- Jan 22–24, 2027
- Greenville, SC
- Jan 29–31, 2027
February 2027 dance competitions & conventions
- Rogers, AR
- Feb 5–7, 2027
- Orlando, FL
- Feb 12–14, 2027
- Chicago, IL #2
- Feb 19–21, 2027
- Seattle, WA
- Feb 19–21, 2027
- St. Augustine, FL
- Feb 26–28, 2027
- Reno, NV
- Feb 26–28, 2027
March 2027 dance competitions & conventions
- New Brunswick, NJ
- Mar 5–7, 2027
- Knoxville, TN
- Mar 12–14, 2027
- Burlingame, CA
- Mar 19–21, 2027
- Provo, UT #1
- Mar 25–27, 2027
April 2027 dance competitions & conventions
- Boston, MA
- Apr 2–4, 2027
- Houston, TX
- Apr 9–11, 2027
- Billings, MT
- Apr 16–18, 2027
- Las Vegas, NV
- Apr 16–18, 2027
- Provo, UT #2
- Apr 22–24, 2027
- Loveland, CO
- Apr 23–25, 2027
- Alpharetta, GA
- Apr 30–May 2, 2027
May 2027 dance competitions & conventions
- Los Angeles, CA
- May 7–9, 2027
- St. Louis, MO
- May 7–9, 2027
- Frisco, TX
- May 14–16, 2027
Revive Dance: The best dance conventions & competitions
Revive is built around time to learn as well as time to perform. The Classroom Series uses extended 70-minute sessions across genres, giving dancers more room to absorb material, ask questions and develop confidence. The Competition Experience then creates a focused, community-driven setting where studios can present their work and receive constructive critiques.
Many families looking for the best dance competitions want more than placements alone. Revive keeps education and performance connected, whether a dancer is committed to competition dance, walking into a first dance comp or simply looking for a weekend that feels challenging, encouraging and worthwhile.
A dancing competition can be intense, but competition dancing does not have to crowd out learning or wellbeing. Revive structures the weekend so that the Classroom Series, Competition Experience and wider community support one another, helping dancers leave with feedback, new ideas and renewed motivation rather than just a score.
What to expect at our dance conventions
At a Revive regional dance convention, the weekend is organized around several named experiences rather than a single block of classes and performances. The Classroom Series provides extended training with Revive faculty, while Classroom Series + adds optional opportunities to go deeper through additional classes, seminars and forums.
Revive's dance competition shows sit within the Competition Experience, a dedicated part of the weekend designed to give dancers a supportive place to perform and receive critiques. Dancers entering the Competition Experience must also be registered for the full Classroom Series at the same event. Studios should review the current Rules + Regs for registration, age divisions, scheduling, music, props and awards.
SPARKS — ages 5–7
The Audition Experience gives Mini through Senior dancers a chance to experience an audition environment guided by Revive faculty and professional assistants. Dancers may be considered for scholarships and Performance Crew selection, with selected Performance Crew dancers performing in the closing SHOWCASE.
For younger dancers, the SPARKS Experience is built specifically for ages 5–7, with age-appropriate training and a performance opportunity in the closing SHOWCASE. Revive also uses the SHOWCASE to bring together selected moments from the weekend, including Encore Showcase group entries chosen from the Competition Experience.
Classroom Series + also creates room for options beyond the standard dance schedule. Propel: Future in Motion is a forum-style offering for dancers 16+, parents and educators focused on next steps after high school, while ACE (Amplified Continued Education) is Revive's trainee pathway for dancers ages 15 and up.
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Follow our dance conventions & competitions
Keep up with faculty, dancers, backstage moments and highlights from the Classroom Series and Competition Experience by following Revive Dance Convention on Instagram. It is also a useful place to catch tour announcements and snapshots from recent regional weekends.
When a Competition Experience is being streamed, visit the dance live stream page to follow the stage online. Livestream details can vary by event, so check the official page during a regional weekend for the latest viewing information.
Other dance competitions and conventions
Looking for more regional dance competitions and conventions? Adrenaline Dance and Monsters Dance offer additional tour dates and training experiences across North America. Exploring the sister tours can help dancers and studios build a wider season around the locations, educators and event formats that suit them best.
FAQs
Are Revive Dance conventions & dance competitions near me?
Yes. Revive Dance has 29 regional events on its 2026–2027 regional schedule, covering 20 U.S. states and Ontario, Canada. Use the state and province calendar above to narrow the tour geographically, or scan the monthly list to find dance competitions and dance conventions near you.
Are there adult & kids dance competition options?
Yes. The Competition Experience includes Sparks, Mini, Junior, Teen and Senior age divisions, plus an Adult Division for eligible entries involving a teacher or dancer aged 20+. Exact placement depends on the ages within each routine, so studios should check the current Rules + Regs before registering.
How can I get involved with Revive dance contest shows?
Studios can register dancers for the full Classroom Series and submit eligible routines for the Competition Experience. Dancers can also join the Audition Experience, pursue scholarships or Performance Crew selection, and explore age-appropriate opportunities through the SPARKS Experience, Classroom Series +, ACE and other Revive programs.
Start by choosing a regional event and reviewing the current participation requirements. Studios can use the registration portal to organize Classroom Series attendance and Competition Experience entries. People interested in Revive beyond performing can also watch for current team and production opportunities announced by the organization.