Spartanburg Dance Competitions
2026-27 Season
Every dance competition event scheduled in Spartanburg 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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Nationals events
About dance competitions in Spartanburg
Spartanburg is a manageable, affordable stop in South Carolina's Upstate, with a walkable downtown, a historic memorial auditorium, and hotels that make it easy to host visiting teams. It's right off I-85 and shares an airport with neighboring Greenville, so families flying in have quick access, and the whole 'Hub City' is small enough that venues, lodging, and food stay close together.
Between sessions the mix skews toward gardens, free museums, and a lively downtown, plus the standout free BMW museum just outside town and Greenville's attractions a short drive west. Season here concentrates in spring and fall, mainly March and April plus November, so expect pleasant, mild Upstate weather with cool mornings, ideal conditions for pairing a competition weekend with some outdoor time and a couple of indoor backups.
Competitions are commonly held at venues like the Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium and the Spartanburg Marriott downtown, with some at area schools such as Broome High School; fly into Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP), about 20 minutes away, and plan on a car.
- Nov 6 - 8, 2026Details
Epic Dance Showcase
Spartanburg Marriott
- Nov 20 - 22, 2026Details
Intrigue Dance Intensive
Palmetto En Pointe
- Jan 29 - 31, 2027Details
Endless Talent
- Feb 12 - 14, 2027Details
Platinum National Dance Competition
Spartanburg Auditorium
- Mar 5 - 7, 2027Details
Endless Talent
- Mar 12 - 14, 2027Details
Southeast Showdown Dance Competition
Broome High School Auditorium
- Mar 12 - 14, 2027Details
Nexstar National Talent Competition
Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium
- Apr 2 - 4, 2027Details
Endless Talent
- Apr 2 - 4, 2027Details
Epic Dance Showcase
- Apr 2 - 4, 2027Details
Applause Talent
Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium
- Apr 9 - 11, 2027Details
StarQuest Dance Competition
- Apr 16 - 18, 2027Details
Starpower Talent
Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium
- Apr 23 - 25, 2027Details
Groove Dance Competition
Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium
- Apr 23 - 25, 2027Details
Believe National Talent Competition
Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium
- May 7 - 9, 2027Details
Epic Dance Showcase
Make it a trip: things to do in Spartanburg
Competition weekends run long, with plenty of downtime between sessions. Here are family-friendly things to do in Spartanburg while you’re in town for the dance competition.
Hatcher Garden and Woodland Preserve
Free/Low-costSpartanburg
A free 10-acre garden and woodland with easy paths and ponds, a peaceful outdoor break near downtown.
Chapman Cultural Center
MuseumDowntown Spartanburg
A downtown arts campus housing the science center, art museum, and history museum, a reliable indoor pick for all ages.
BMW Zentrum Museum
MuseumGreer (just outside town)
North America's only BMW museum, free and full of cars and racing history, a fun stop for gearhead families.
Morgan Square & downtown Spartanburg
Dining & ShoppingDowntown
The walkable heart of the 'Hub City' with restaurants, cafes, and shops, an easy group meal between sessions.
Cottonwood Trail
OutdoorsSpartanburg (Edwin M. Griffin Nature Preserve)
A boardwalk-and-trail nature preserve near the city, a quick way to stretch legs and burn off nerves outdoors.
Falls Park on the Reedy
Free/Low-costGreenville (about 30 minutes west)
A stunning downtown waterfall park with a suspension bridge, a free and scenic add-on in nearby Greenville.
Greenville Zoo
Zoo/AquariumGreenville (Cleveland Park)
A compact, walkable zoo in a leafy park, easy to enjoy in a couple of hours during a Greenville day trip.
Attraction details change — confirm hours and tickets on each venue’s official site before you go.
Spartanburg dance competition FAQ
- When is dance competition season in Spartanburg?
- Events concentrate in spring and fall, mainly March and April plus November, so families can expect mild, pleasant Upstate weather with cool mornings.
- Where are Spartanburg dance competitions usually held?
- Events commonly take place at venues like the Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium and the Spartanburg Marriott downtown, with some at local schools such as Broome High School.
- Is Spartanburg a good place for a dance competition family trip?
- Yes, especially for a low-key, budget-friendly weekend. It's easy to reach via the shared Greenville-Spartanburg airport, compact to get around, and close to Greenville for extra attractions. Spring and fall weather is comfortable for pairing competitions with outdoor time.
- What can families do in Spartanburg between competition sessions?
- Stroll the free Hatcher Garden, visit the museums at the Chapman Cultural Center downtown, or take a short drive to Falls Park on the Reedy in Greenville.
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Spartanburg is one of many South Carolina cities with 2026-27 dance competitions. The full South Carolina directory groups every event by city and links to brand tour pages.
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