Platinum National Dance Competition
Platinum National Dance Competition · 2026-27 Season Schedule
With input from students, parents and studio owners alike, we’re bringing a new kind of competition to you! Each dancer is center-stage. Numbers are showcased in a poppin’ production.
The Platinum National Dance Competition tour runs 1 upcoming event across 33 cities this season. Browse the full schedule below — every regional stop, date, venue, and (where confirmed) nationals.
Visit official siteAbout this tour
- Founded
- 2007
- Headquarters
- Lorton, VA
- Judges
- 3
- Awards system
Adjudication varies by level (300pt scale). Recreational: Gold <=240, High Gold 241-251, Platinum 252-274, Platinum Plus 275-300. Intermediate: Gold <=251, High Gold 252-260, Platinum 261-279, Platinum Plus 280-300. Elite: Gold <=262, High Gold 263-269, Platinum 270-284, Platinum Plus 285-300. Plus: Champion of the Category, Top Overall (1st/Top 3/5/10/20 by entry count), Artist of the Year nominations, Top Studios, Studio of Excellence, Platinum Power (most entertaining group/line), Heart of Gold, Sportsmanship.
Judging criteria:
100pts per judge: Technique 40, Execution of Choreo 20, Choreography 15, Showmanship/Presentation 15, Overall Impression 5, Costume 5