San Antonio Dance Competitions
2026-27 Season
Every dance competition event scheduled in San Antonio 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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Events
15
Brands
1
Nationals event
About dance competitions in San Antonio
San Antonio is one of the most family-friendly big cities in Texas, and it makes an easy competition destination. The River Walk threads through downtown with restaurants, boat cruises, and shaded strolls, while the historic Alamo anchors the city's Spanish-colonial story. Competition venues cluster downtown and at resort-style convention hotels, so families can often walk to dinner after a long session.
The city's spread of attractions suits every age: a major zoo, a theme park, cavern tours nearby, and free gardens. With events falling across much of the year, the weather ranges from mild winters to hot, humid summers, so plan indoor breaks and pool time accordingly.
Competitions are commonly held at downtown venues like the Lila Cockrell Theatre and Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center or at River Walk resort hotels; fly into San Antonio International Airport, with rideshare and a car both practical for getting around.
- Oct 9 - 11, 2026Details
Elevation on Tour
Grand Hyatt San Antonio River Walk
- Nov 6 - 8, 2026Details
24 Seven Dance Convention
- Nov 13 - 15, 2026Details
Celebrity Dance Competitions
Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort And Spa
- Dec 11 - 13, 2026Details
Dance Makers, Inc.
Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort & Villas
- Feb 5 - 7, 2027Details
AMP Dance Competition
Lila Cockrell Theatre
- Feb 6 - 6, 2027Details
ShowMakers of America
Alamo Heights High School
- Feb 19 - 21, 2027Details
Kids Artistic Revue (KAR)
Lila Cockrell Theatre
- Feb 19 - 20, 2027Details
ShowMakers of America
O'Connor High School
- Mar 6 - 6, 2027Details
American Dance/Drill Team
Karen Wagner High School
- Mar 19 - 21, 2027Details
Platinum National Dance Competition
Embassy Suites San Marcos Hotel & Conference Center
- Apr 3 - 3, 2027Details
ShowTime International
Six Flags Fiesta Texas
- Apr 10 - 10, 2027Details
ShowTime International
SeaWorld San Antonio
- Apr 23 - 25, 2027Details
Crowd Pleasers
Davenport HS PAC
- Apr 23 - 25, 2027Details
Elevation on Tour
- Apr 23 - 25, 2027Details
Breakout Dance Competition
Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center
- Apr 30 - May 2, 2027Details
Elite Dance Cup
- May 14 - 16, 2027Details
Starbound National Talent Competition
- May 14 - 16, 2027Details
Fly Dance Competition
- Jun 21 - 24, 2027Details
Starbound National Talent Competition
Make it a trip: things to do in San Antonio
Competition weekends run long, with plenty of downtime between sessions. Here are family-friendly things to do in San Antonio while you’re in town for the dance competition.
The Alamo
LandmarkDowntown
Texas's most iconic historic site sits right downtown, an easy, meaningful walk from many competition hotels.
San Antonio River Walk
Free/Low-costDowntown
A scenic riverside network of paths, shops, and eateries that's free to stroll and central to most competition venues.
San Antonio Zoo
Zoo/AquariumBrackenridge Park
A large zoo in a dramatic limestone-quarry setting with a carousel and train for younger dancers' siblings.
SeaWorld San Antonio
Theme ParkWestover Hills
A full theme park with coasters, animal encounters, and a water park for a big all-day reward after competition.
Japanese Tea Garden
Free/Low-costBrackenridge Park
A free, beautiful garden built into a former quarry, a peaceful spot for a quick reset between sessions.
Witte Museum
MuseumBroadway / Brackenridge
Hands-on natural science, Texas history, and dinosaur exhibits make this a strong indoor pick on a hot afternoon.
Natural Bridge Caverns
OutdoorsAbout 30 min north
One of Texas's largest cave systems, with guided walking tours that thrill kids and adults alike.
Attraction details change — confirm hours and tickets on each venue’s official site before you go.
San Antonio dance competition FAQ
- When is dance competition season in San Antonio?
- San Antonio has an unusually long calendar, with dance competitions and conventions in February, spring (April and May), early summer (June), and again in the fall through December. That spread includes both regional events and summer-season stops.
- Where are San Antonio dance competitions usually held?
- Events are typically held at downtown performing arts and convention venues such as the Lila Cockrell Theatre and Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, as well as large River Walk resort hotels like the Grand Hyatt and Hyatt Regency Hill Country.
- Is San Antonio a good place for a dance competition family trip?
- Very much so. It's built for family tourism, with the River Walk, the Alamo, a zoo, and SeaWorld all within reach, plus walkable downtown dining near the main venues.
- What can families do in San Antonio between competition sessions?
- Walk the River Walk and visit the Alamo downtown, cool off at the San Antonio Zoo or the free Japanese Tea Garden, or plan a bigger day at SeaWorld.
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San Antonio is one of many Texas cities with 2026-27 dance competitions. The full Texas directory groups every event by city and links to brand tour pages.
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