Glendale Dance Competitions
2026-27 Season
Every dance competition event scheduled in Glendale for the 2026-27 season, sorted by date. Click any event for full details, venue (where posted), and the brand’s broader tour. Updated weekly as competition companies finalize each city.
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About dance competitions in Glendale
Glendale sits on the west side of metro Phoenix, and for a dance family it hits a sweet spot: warm winter weather during peak competition months, easy freeway access via the Loop 101, and a compact cluster of hotels and entertainment right around the sports district. Competition weekends here often land in the cooler stretch of the year, which means comfortable days for exploring between sessions rather than the desert's punishing summer heat.
The city pairs a convention-hotel feel near Westgate with genuine family appeal a short drive away in Phoenix and Scottsdale. Expect big-box dining and shopping within walking distance of many venues, plus museums, splash fountains, and desert parks close by. It works well as a home base for a multi-day trip, especially if you want predictable logistics and plenty of downtime options nearby.
Most competitions are held at convention hotels and event centers on Glendale's west side near the Westgate district; fly into Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, roughly 30-40 minutes away, and plan to rent a car since the metro area is spread out.
Glendale, Arizona(8 events)
- Nov 6 - 8, 2026Details
Celebrity Dance Competitions
Renaissance Phoenix Glendale Hotel & Conference Center
- Jan 22 - 24, 2027Details
RADIX Dance Convention
- Feb 12 - 14, 2027Details
Reinforce Dance Experience
Renaissance Phoenix Glendale Hotel & Conference Center
- Feb 26 - 28, 2027Details
Jump Dance Convention
- Mar 12 - 14, 2027Details
Ovation Dance Tour
Renaissance Phoenix Glendale Hotel & Spa
- Mar 19 - 21, 2027Details
Applause Talent
Renaissance Phoenix Glendale Hotel & Conference Center
- Apr 16 - 18, 2027Details
24 Seven Dance Convention
- May 21 - 23, 2027Details
NUVO
Glendale, California(2 events)
Make it a trip: things to do in Glendale
Competition weekends run long, with plenty of downtime between sessions. Here are family-friendly things to do in Glendale while you’re in town for the dance competition.
Westgate Entertainment District
Dining & ShoppingWest Glendale
An open-air complex of restaurants, shops, a big movie theater, and dancing fountains that's ideal for a low-effort dinner and stroll after a long day at the venue.
Desert Botanical Garden
OutdoorsPhoenix
A striking outdoor garden of cacti and desert wildflowers with kid-friendly trails, perfect for a mild-weather morning between sessions.
Phoenix Zoo
Zoo/AquariumPhoenix
A large, walkable zoo with a splash pad and stingray touch pool that easily fills a half-day for younger siblings.
Arizona Science Center
MuseumDowntown Phoenix
Hands-on exhibits, a planetarium, and a giant-screen theater make this a reliable indoor rainy-or-hot-day backup.
Cerreta Candy Company
Free/Low-costGlendale
A free self-guided factory tour where kids watch chocolate being made — a quick, sweet, budget-friendly outing right in town.
Sahuaro Ranch Park
Free/Low-costGlendale
A free historic park with peacocks roaming the grounds, shaded lawns, and playgrounds for burning off energy near the venues.
OdySea Aquarium
Zoo/AquariumScottsdale
A large indoor aquarium with a rotating tunnel exhibit that's an easy air-conditioned escape for the whole family.
Camelback Mountain / Papago Park
OutdoorsPhoenix
Accessible desert trails and iconic red-rock scenery for families who want a quick hike and photos in the cooler morning hours.
Attraction details change — confirm hours and tickets on each venue’s official site before you go.
Glendale dance competition FAQ
- When is dance competition season in Glendale?
- Competitions in Glendale cluster in the cooler months — from January through May, with an additional pocket in November. Regional events run through the winter and spring, when the desert weather is at its most comfortable for traveling families.
- Where are Glendale dance competitions usually held?
- Events are commonly hosted at convention hotels and conference centers on the west side of the city, often near the Westgate district, where ballroom-style spaces and clustered lodging make multi-day stays convenient.
- Is Glendale a good place for a dance competition family trip?
- Yes — the winter and spring weather is mild, freeway access is easy, and lodging, dining, and shopping are concentrated near the venues. The wider Phoenix area adds museums, zoos, and desert parks within a short drive.
- What can families do in Glendale between competition sessions?
- Grab a meal and let kids play in the fountains at Westgate, take a free chocolate factory tour at Cerreta Candy Company, or drive over to the Phoenix Zoo or Desert Botanical Garden for a mild-weather morning outdoors.
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