REGISTER BY JAN 31 - SAVE 25%
Studios who register for 5678 Showtime Regionals or other partnering competitions plus International studios who qualify by video submission, are invited to register their BEST competition routines by January 31 to receive a 25% discount. For the first time, the choices are up to you. This gives studios time to plan for Dance World Cup 2026, and confirm reservations early at Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu.
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Email info@danceworldcup.com for your personal discount code once registration is complete. Terms & conditions apply. Offers cannot be combined.
COMPETITION FEES 2026
​DWC Competition Fees (with convention)
Solos - $109; Duo/Trios - $70/person; Groups - $55/person; Production - $45
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DWC Competition Fees (without convention)
Solos - $119; Duo/Trios - $80/person; Groups - $65/person; Production - $55
DWC PACKAGE FEES 2026
Dance World Cup (DWC) Package Fees $499 includes the convention with all workshops from international faculty, performances in the Gala Showcase July 5; custom-made 3-piece outfit made in Vancouver, Canada by Public Myth, We plan to offer an exciting luxury bus tour to Québec City which includes a city tour, stop at a French Restaurant for lunch, plus St. Lawrence River Cruise, and return to the Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu.
All Dance World Cup Dancers of the Year with three solos must register for the DWC Package.
CONVENTION/QUEBEC TOUR
Convention $399 includes the convention with all the workshops from international faculty with choreography performed for three routines in the Gala Showcase wearing their 3-piece Dance World Cup outfit made in Vancouver from Public Myth.
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Activities in Quebec City: $199 per person for teachers and family members. The Dance World Cup package at $499 includes the conference package and activities in Quebec City (to be confirmed by May 10, 2026). Contact info@danceworldcup.com for a family discount code.
ADMISSION FEES 2026
Dance World Cup - Daily Admission
Adult Daily - $35
Child Daily - $25
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Dance World Cup - Adult Passes for the duration of the event
Adult Passes are based on $25/day
Child Passes are based on $20/day
This does not include taxes or service fees for tickets. Payment is accepted by Visa, MasterCard, Interac, or Cash.
CID MEMBERSHIP
Dance World Cup is recognized by CID. CID (International Dance Council) is the only organization in the world representing dance that is recognized by UNESCO (United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization). Visit the CID website for more information.
CID membership is encouraged to participate at Dance World Cup. Email CID Executive Secretariat to become a member execsec@cid-world.org. CID also offers International Certification for dancers whose studio is a CID member.
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Mona D'Amours, Director, Dance World Cup describes dance in Canada at the 48th CID World Congress, Avignon, France, November 9 -13, 2016 Discover Dance in Canada.​​​
FOREIGN COUNTRY POLICIES
​International competitors that have never participated at Dance World Cup must qualify by video submission. Please send video links to info@danceworldcup.com by April 1, 2026. All countries who have previously participated at Dance World Cup are eligible to register provided they represent a studio. Video submission is not requjired. Independent adult entries are not accepted.​​
RULES AND REGULATIONS
​Is there a limit to the number of entries for Dance World Cup?
There is no limit to the number of solos, duo/trios, groups or production. However, dancers cannot compete against themselves in the same category. A dancer may not enter 2 jazz solos. There is no limit to the number of duo/trios or groups though we may limit the number of duo/trios or groups from one studio in the same category.
What are the age divisions for Dance World Cup?
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The entries are divided according to the following age divisions: 6 & under; 7 - 9; 10 – 12; 13 – 15; 16- 19; 20 – 29, and 30 & Up. If there are less than 3 entries in an age division, ages may be combined for bronze, silver, and gold medals. There are no ability levels within these age groups.
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When and how is the age determined for Dance World Cup?
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Birth dates are required for all dancers on the online form. The online system calculates ages based on the dancers age July 2, 2026. Ages are averaged for duos, trios, groups.
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What are the styles of dance for Dance World Cup?
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Ballet Demi-Pointe / Pointe (Classical and Demi-Character), Lyrical, Contemporary, Modern, Jazz, Street Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Breakdance, Theatre Dance (no singing), Musical Theatre / Song & Dance (singing), Acro/Circus Arts, National / Folkloric, Variety of Styles.
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What are the time limits for Dance World Cup?
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Solos 3 minutes; Duos/Trios 3.5 minutes; Groups 5 minutes; Production (minimum 20 dancers with a theme, and sets) 5 – 10 minutes
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