DanceFinder — Discover Dance Intensives Nationwide
Convention Circuit · Updated October 2026

Dance Conventions: 2026-27 Schedule & Brand Directory

Find a dance convention near you on the touring circuit across the US and Canada — where dancers take master classes from celebrity faculty, compete, and earn scholarships. We’re tracking 756 upcoming tour stops from 46 convention brands — Radix, NUVO, JUMP, 24 Seven, Tremaine, NYCDA and more — across 248 cities in 51 states and provinces.

Find conventions near youAll competition & convention brandsFull 2027 calendar

Tour dates change as convention companies finalize their season. We refresh this page weekly. Always verify directly with the convention before registering.

756
Convention tour stops
46
Convention brands
51
States & provinces
248
Host cities

What is a dance convention?

A dance convention is a traveling weekend event where dancers take master classes from celebrity choreographers and industry faculty across styles like jazz, contemporary, hip-hop, tap, and ballet. Most conventions also run an optional competition alongside the classes, plus scholarships, auditions, and callbacks that can launch a dancer’s career.

That’s the key difference from a dance competition, which is a judged event focused on scored performances. A convention’s heart is the training and faculty experience. Many of the biggest brands — Radix, NUVO, JUMP, and 24 Seven — are conventions with a competition built in, which is why you’ll find them on both lists.

The tiles below are the touring convention brands currently on our calendar. Click any brand for its full city-by-city tour, or jump to conventions that accept independent dancers.

The biggest dance convention brands

Ranked by number of upcoming tour stops. Click any brand for its full national tour with dates, cities, and venues.

#1

Beyond The Stars Dance Competition

78 stops

#2

Revel Dance Convention

42 stops

#3

NYCDA (New York City Dance Alliance)

37 stops

#4

Dance Makers, Inc.

34 stops

#5

Adrenaline Dance

31 stops

#6

Revive Dance Convention & Competition

29 stops

#7

Revive Dance Convention

29 stops

#8

Jump Dance Convention

28 stops

#9

24 Seven Dance Convention

28 stops

#10

Intrigue Dance Intensive

28 stops

#11

NUVO

27 stops

#12

RADIX Dance Convention

25 stops

#13

Tremaine Dance

25 stops

#14

Press Play Dance Convention

24 stops

#15

Artists Simply Human

20 stops

#16

Streetz Dance Convention

20 stops

#17

HEAT Convention & Competition

20 stops

#18

That's Entertainment Performing Arts Competition

20 stops

Cities hosting the most dance conventions

Where the convention circuit stops most often this season. Click a city for its full dance competition & convention lineup.

Orlando dance competitions

32 convention stops

Chicago dance competitions

27 convention stops

Houston dance competitions

18 convention stops

Dallas dance competitions

17 convention stops

Boston dance competitions

15 convention stops

Phoenix dance competitions

15 convention stops

Provo dance competitions

14 convention stops

Las Vegas dance competitions

13 convention stops

Santa Clara dance competitions

13 convention stops

Atlanta dance competitions

12 convention stops

Denver dance competitions

11 convention stops

Pittsburgh dance competitions

11 convention stops

Dance conventions by state & province

States and provinces with the most convention tour stops this season. Click any region for its full competition & convention directory.

California61Florida56Texas55New Jersey45Pennsylvania35Ohio34Massachusetts31Illinois31New York29Arizona25Missouri23Utah22

Next 30 dance convention stops

The soonest convention weekends on the calendar. Click any row for full details.

Browse all dance conventions

Frequently asked questions about dance conventions

What is a dance convention?
A dance convention is a traveling weekend event where dancers take master classes from celebrity choreographers and industry faculty across styles like jazz, contemporary, hip-hop, tap, and ballet. Most conventions also run an optional competition alongside the classes, plus scholarships, auditions, and callbacks. Unlike a pure competition — which is judged performances only — a convention's core is the training and faculty experience.
How is a dance convention different from a dance competition?
A competition is a judged event where routines earn scores and awards. A convention centers on master classes and workshops with well-known faculty, and usually offers an optional competition on the same weekend. Many of the biggest brands — like Radix, NUVO, JUMP, and 24 Seven — are conventions with a competition built in, which is why you'll see them on both lists.
What are the biggest dance conventions?
We're tracking 46 touring convention brands with 756 upcoming tour stops. The largest schedules right now are Beyond The Stars Dance Competition (78 stops), Revel Dance Convention (42 stops), NYCDA (New York City Dance Alliance) (37 stops), Dance Makers, Inc. (34 stops), Adrenaline Dance (31 stops). Click any brand for its full tour with dates, cities, and venues.
When is dance convention season?
Convention season runs primarily fall through spring, peaking in April with 161 tour stops on the calendar. Most brands tour city-to-city from September through May, with Nationals in summer.
What ages are dance conventions for?
Most dance conventions offer levels for dancers from about age 5 through 18, typically split into mini, junior, teen, and senior divisions, with separate class tracks by age and ability. Many also run classes for adults, teachers, and studio owners. Age divisions vary by brand — check the specific convention for its exact levels.
Do you need a studio or teacher to attend a dance convention?
No — you don't need to belong to a studio to take convention master classes. Many dancers attend with their studio, but independent and solo dancers can register too. Note that some brands require studio or teacher affiliation to enter the optional competition, even though the classes are open to everyone.
Can independent or solo dancers attend a dance convention?
Yes — most conventions welcome any dancer for master classes, whether or not they compete or belong to a studio. Competition entry rules vary by brand, though. See our independent-entries guide for which competitions accept unaffiliated dancers.
How much does a dance convention cost?
Convention registration is typically a few hundred dollars for a full weekend of classes, with competition entry fees charged separately per routine. Prices vary by brand and city — always confirm current pricing on the convention's own website before registering.

Explore more of the competition & convention circuit