2026-2027 EVENTS

Cincinnati, OH

NOVEMBER 21-22, 2026

Crowd cheering behind bold “Dance Expo” event logo on a dark stage background

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    Modern glass-and-steel civic building with a sweeping curved roof at dusk, city traffic in front

    Duke Energy Convention Center

    525 Elm St

    Cincinnati, OH 45202



    EVENT INFORMATION:

    • Partial Paid and At-Large Bids will be awarded to the 2027 USASF Dance Worlds 
    • Bids will be awarded to teams and soloists for the 2027 Stage 8 Nationals
    • Dancers will have the opportunity to connect with college dance team coaches at The College Dance Team Expo happening on-site during competition
    • More event info coming soon!!!
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Dubuque, IA

DECEMBER 12-13, 2026

Dance Connection logo in pink and white with two dancers against a dark stage background

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    Modern glass building with curved facade and covered walkway on a waterfront campus

    Grand River Convention Center

    500 Bell St

    Dubuque, IA 52001


    EVENT INFORMATION:

    • Partial Paid and At-Large Bids will be awarded to the 2027 USASF Dance Worlds 
    • Bids will be awarded to teams and soloists for the 2027 Stage 8 Nationals
    • 1 Day of convention style classes followed by 1 Day of competition
    • More event info coming soon!!!
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Gatlinburg, TN

JANUARY 23-24, 2027

Stylized INNOV8 event banner with blue-lit dancers in the background and a neon logo in the foreground

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    Modern lodge building with stone facade, flags, and bright sun in a blue sky

    Gatlinburg Convention Center

    234 Airport Rd

    Gatlinburg, TN 37738


    EVENT INFORMATION:

    • Partial Paid and At-Large Bids will be awarded to the 2027 USASF Dance Worlds 
    • Bids will be awarded to teams and soloists for the 2027 Stage 8 Nationals
    • More event info coming soon!!!
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Houston, TX

FEBRUARY 26-28, 2027

Purple neon “DANCE” title over a dim stage with spotlights and a performer silhouette

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    EVENT INFORMATION:


    • Partial Paid and At-Large Bids will be awarded to the 2027 USASF Dance Worlds 
    • Bids will be awarded to teams and soloists for the 2027 Stage 8 Nationals
    • Dance 1st Solo Showcase for 1st place champions in each solo division
    • More event info coming soon!!!
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Louisville, KY

DATE TBA

Pink and black promo graphic reading “The Dance Connection” with “Bid Boost” below

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    EVENT INFORMATION:


    • 2027 USASF Dance Worlds Bid Boost Event
    • Bids will be awarded to teams and soloists for the 2027 Stage 8 Nationals
    • 1 Day of convention-style classes and 1 Day of competition
    • More event info coming soon!!!

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Nashville, TN

MARCH 19, 2027

Stage Dance Battle 3 logo over a dancer silhouette on a dark background

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    Bright indoor tropical atrium with glass roof, winding pathways, water, and lush plants

    Gaylord Opryland Events Center - GOEC

    2806 Opryland Dr 

    Nashville, TN 37214



    EVENT INFORMATION:


    • Invite-only event for Senior and Open Teams
    • More details coming soon!

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Nashville, TN

MARCH 20-21, 2027

STAGE title screen with a red, demon-themed background and a central logo with a glowing D icon

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    Indoor tropical atrium with a glass roof, lush plants, water features, and lit walkways at night

    Gaylord Opryland Events Center - GOEC

    2806 Opryland Dr 

    Nashville, TN 37214



    EVENT INFORMATION:


    • Partial Paid and At-Large Bids will be awarded to the 2027 USASF Dance Worlds 
    • Bids will be awarded to teams for the 2027 Stage 8 Nationals
    • More event info coming soon!!!

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