YAGP 2026 US AND CANADA LOCATIONS & DATES

COMPETITION

MINNEAPOLIS, MN

October 3 - 4, 2025

Winners

Guide

MINNEAPOLIS, MN

October 3 - 4, 2025

Dear Participants,

Welcome to the 2026 Youth America Grand Prix competition semi-final in MINNEAPOLIS, MN. We are proud to be able to present performance and training opportunities for dancers looking to compete in classical and contemporary dance performance, take master classes and become eligible to participate in the YAGP Finals. We wish you the best of luck this season!

LOS ANGELES, CA

October 17 - 19, 2025

Winners

Guide

LOS ANGELES, CA

October 17 - 19, 2025

Dear Participants,

Welcome to the 2026 Youth America Grand Prix competition semi-final in LOS ANGELES, CA. We are proud to be able to present performance and training opportunities for dancers looking to compete in classical and contemporary dance performance, take master classes and become eligible to participate in the YAGP Finals. We wish you the best of luck this season!

PHILADELPHIA, PA

October 24 - 26, 2025

Winners

Guide

PHILADELPHIA, PA

October 24 - 26, 2025

Dear Participants,

Welcome to the 2026 Youth America Grand Prix competition semi-final in PHILADELPHIA, PA. We are proud to be able to present performance and training opportunities for dancers looking to compete in classical and contemporary dance performance, take master classes and become eligible to participate in the YAGP Finals. We wish you the best of luck this season!

CLOSED
AUSTIN, TX

October 31 - November 2, 2025

Guide

Program

Hotel, map and distances

CLOSED
AUSTIN, TX

October 31 - November 2, 2025

Dear Participants,

Welcome to the 2026 Youth America Grand Prix competition semi-final in AUSTIN, TX. We are proud to be able to present performance and training opportunities for dancers looking to compete in classical and contemporary dance performance, take master classes and become eligible to participate in the YAGP Finals. We wish you the best of

CLOSED
SAN DIEGO, CA (NOV)

November 7 - 9, 2025

Guide

Program

Hotel, map and distances

CLOSED
SAN DIEGO, CA (NOV)

November 7 - 9, 2025

Dear Participants,

Welcome to the 2026 Youth America Grand Prix competition semi-final in SAN DIEGO, CA. We are proud to be able to present performance and training opportunities for dancers looking to compete in classical and contemporary dance performance, take master classes and become eligible to participate in the YAGP Finals. We wish you the best of luck this season!

WAIT LIST
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK

November 21 - 23, 2025

Wait List

Guide

Timeline

Hotel, map and distances

WAIT LIST
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK

November 21 - 23, 2025

Dear Participants,

Welcome to the 2026 Youth America Grand Prix competition semi-final in OKLAHOMA CITY, OK. We are proud to be able to present performance and training opportunities for dancers looking to compete in classical and contemporary dance performance, take master classes and become eligible to participate in the YAGP Finals. We wish you the best of luck this season!

WAIT LIST
SEATTLE, WA

January 8 - 11, 2026

Wait List

Guide

Timeline

Hotel, map and distances

WAIT LIST
SEATTLE, WA

January 8 - 11, 2026

Dear Participants,

Welcome to the 2026 Youth America Grand Prix competition semi-final in SEATTLE, WA. We are proud to be able to present performance and training opportunities for dancers looking to compete in classical and contemporary dance performance, take master classes and become eligible to participate in the YAGP Finals. We wish you the best of luck this season!

TAMPA, FL

January 8 - 11, 2026

Guide

Timeline

Hotel, map and distances

TAMPA, FL

January 8 - 11, 2026

Dear Participants,

Welcome to the 2026 Youth America Grand Prix competition semi-final in TAMPA, FL. We are proud to be able to present performance and training opportunities for dancers looking to compete in classical and contemporary dance performance, take master classes and become eligible to participate in the YAGP Finals. We wish you the best of luck this season!

KANSAS CITY, MO

January 15 - 18, 2026

Guide

Timeline

Hotel, map and distances

KANSAS CITY, MO

January 15 - 18, 2026

Dear Participants,

Welcome to the 2026 Youth America Grand Prix competition semi-final in KANSAS CITY, MO. We are proud to be able to present performance and training opportunities for dancers looking to compete in classical and contemporary dance performance, take master classes and become eligible to participate in the YAGP Finals. We wish you the best of luck this season!

PITTSBURGH, PA

January 16 - 18, 2026

Guide

Timeline

Hotel, map and distances

PITTSBURGH, PA

January 16 - 18, 2026

Dear Participants,

Welcome to the 2026 Youth America Grand Prix competition semi-final in PITTSBURGH, PA. We are proud to be able to present performance and training opportunities for dancers looking to compete in classical and contemporary dance performance, take master classes and become eligible to participate in the YAGP Finals. We wish you the best of

ATLANTA, GA

January 16 - 18, 2026

Guide

Timeline

Hotel, map and distances

ATLANTA, GA

January 16 - 18, 2026

Dear Participants,

Welcome to the 2026 Youth America Grand Prix competition semi-final in ATLANTA, GA. We are proud to be able to present performance and training opportunities for dancers looking to compete in classical and contemporary dance performance, take master classes and become eligible to participate in the YAGP Finals. We wish you the best of luck this season!

LAS VEGAS, NV

January 22 - 25, 2026

Guide

Timeline

Hotel, map and distances

LAS VEGAS, NV

January 22 - 25, 2026

Dear Participants,

Welcome to the 2026 Youth America Grand Prix competition semi-final in LAS VEGAS, NV. We are proud to be able to present performance and training opportunities for dancers looking to compete in classical and contemporary dance performance, take master classes and become eligible to participate in the YAGP Finals. We wish you the best of luck this season!

DALLAS, TX

January 23 - 25, 2026

Guide

Timeline

Hotel, map and distances

DALLAS, TX

January 23 - 25, 2026

Dear Participants,

Welcome to the 2026 Youth America Grand Prix competition semi-final in DALLAS, TX. We are proud to be able to present performance and training opportunities for dancers looking to compete in classical and contemporary dance performance, take master classes and become eligible to participate in the YAGP Finals. We wish you the best of luck this season!

WAIT LIST
LOS ANGELES (HUNTINGTON BEACH), CA

January 30 - February 1, 2026

Wait List

Guide

Timeline

WAIT LIST
LOS ANGELES (HUNTINGTON BEACH), CA

January 30 - February 1, 2026

Dear Participants,

Welcome to the 2026 Youth America Grand Prix competition semi-final in LOS ANGELES (HUNTINGTON BEACH), CA. We are proud to be able to present performance and training opportunities for dancers looking to compete in classical and contemporary dance performance, take master classes and become eligible to participate in the YAGP Finals. We wish you the best of luck this season!

WAIT LIST
WASHINGTON D.C.

January 30 - February 1, 2026

Wait List

Guide

Timeline

Hotel, map and distances

WAIT LIST
WASHINGTON D.C.

January 30 - February 1, 2026

Dear Participants,

Welcome to the 2026 Youth America Grand Prix competition semi-final in WASHINGTON D.C. We are proud to be able to present performance and training opportunities for dancers looking to compete in classical and contemporary dance performance, take master classes and become eligible to participate in the YAGP Finals. We wish you the best of luck this season!

WAIT LIST
CHICAGO, IL (FEB)

February 5 - 8, 2026

Wait List

Guide

Timeline

Hotel, map and distances

WAIT LIST
CHICAGO, IL (FEB)

February 5 - 8, 2026

Dear Participants,

Welcome to the 2026 Youth America Grand Prix competition semi-final in CHICAGO, IL. We are proud to be able to present performance and training opportunities for dancers looking to compete in classical and contemporary dance performance, take master classes and become eligible to participate in the YAGP Finals. We wish you the best of luck this season!

WINSTON-SALEM, NC

February 5 - 8, 2026

Guide

Timeline

Hotel, map and distances

WINSTON-SALEM, NC

February 5 - 8, 2026

Dear Participants,

Welcome to the 2026 Youth America Grand Prix competition semi-final in WINSTON-SALEM, NC. We are proud to be able to present performance and training opportunities for dancers looking to compete in classical and contemporary dance performance, take master classes and become eligible to participate in the YAGP Finals. We wish you the best of

WAIT LIST
SAN FRANCISCO, CA (FEB)

February 6 - 8, 2026

Wait list

Guide

Timeline

WAIT LIST
SAN FRANCISCO, CA (FEB)

February 6 - 8, 2026

Dear Participants,

Welcome to the 2026 Youth America Grand Prix competition semi-final in SAN FRANCISCO, CA (FEB). We are proud to be able to present performance and training opportunities for dancers looking to compete in classical and contemporary dance performance, take master classes and become eligible to participate in the YAGP Finals. We wish you the best of

NASHVILLE, TN

February 12 - 15, 2026

Guide

Timeline

Hotel, map and distances

NASHVILLE, TN

February 12 - 15, 2026

Dear Participants,

Welcome to the 2026 Youth America Grand Prix competition semi-final in NASHVILLE, TN. We are proud to be able to present performance and training opportunities for dancers looking to compete in classical and contemporary dance performance, take master classes and become eligible to participate in the YAGP Finals. We wish you the best of luck this season!

PHOENIX, AZ

February 13 - 15, 2026

Guide

Timeline

Hotel, map and distances

PHOENIX, AZ

February 13 - 15, 2026

Dear Participants,

Welcome to the 2026 Youth America Grand Prix competition semi-final in PHOENIX, AZ. We are proud to be able to present performance and training opportunities for dancers looking to compete in classical and contemporary dance performance, take master classes and become eligible to participate in the YAGP Finals. We wish you the best of luck this season!

SAN DIEGO, CA

February 19 - 22, 2026

Guide

Timeline

Hotel, map and distances

SAN DIEGO, CA

February 19 - 22, 2026

Dear Participants,

DENVER, CO

February 20 - 22, 2026

Guide

Timeline

Hotel, map and distances

DENVER, CO

February 20 - 22, 2026

Dear Participants,

Welcome to the 2026 Youth America Grand Prix competition semi-final in DENVER, CO. We are proud to be able to present performance and training opportunities for dancers looking to compete in classical and contemporary dance performance, take master classes and become eligible to participate in the YAGP Finals. We wish you the best of luck this season!

WAIT LIST
PHILADELPHIA, PA (FEB)

February 20 - 22, 2026

Wait List

Guide

Timeline

Hotel, map and distances

WAIT LIST
PHILADELPHIA, PA (FEB)

February 20 - 22, 2026

Dear Participants,

WAIT LIST
LOS ANGELES, CA (FEB)

February 26 - March 1, 2026

Wait List

Guide

Timeline

Hotel, map and distances

WAIT LIST
LOS ANGELES, CA (FEB)

February 26 - March 1, 2026

Dear Participants,

WAIT LIST
NEW YORK, NY

February 26 - March 1, 2026

Wait List

Guide

Timeline

WAIT LIST
NEW YORK, NY

February 26 - March 1, 2026

Dear Participants,

Welcome to the 2026 Youth America Grand Prix competition semi-final in NEW YORK, NY. We are proud to be able to present performance and training opportunities for dancers looking to compete in classical and contemporary dance performance, take master classes and become eligible to participate in the YAGP Finals. We wish you the best of

NEW!
VIRTUAL COMPETITION

February 27 - March 1, 2026

Rules

NEW!
VIRTUAL COMPETITION

February 27 - March 1, 2026

Dear Participants,

Welcome to the 2026 Youth America Grand Prix competition semi-final VIRTUAL COMPETITION. We are proud to be able to present performance and training opportunities for dancers looking to compete in classical and contemporary dance performance and become eligible to participate in the YAGP Finals. We wish you the best of luck this season!

Link to upload videos will be provided after few weeks)

WAIT LIST
TORONTO, CANADA

March 6 - 8, 2026

Wait List

Guide

Timeline

Hotel, map and distances

WAIT LIST
TORONTO, CANADA

March 6 - 8, 2026

Dear Participants,

Welcome to the 2026 Youth America Grand Prix competition semi-final in TORONTO, CANADA. We are proud to be able to present performance and training opportunities for dancers looking to compete in classical and contemporary dance performance, take master classes and become eligible to participate in the YAGP Finals. We wish you the best of luck this season!

WAIT LIST
SALT LAKE CITY, UT

March 7 - 8, 2026

Wait List

Guide

Timeline

WAIT LIST
SALT LAKE CITY, UT

March 7 - 8, 2026

Dear Participants,

Welcome to the 2026 Youth America Grand Prix competition semi-final in SALT LAKE CITY, UT. We are proud to be able to present performance and training opportunities for dancers looking to compete in classical and contemporary dance performance, take master classes and become eligible to participate in the YAGP Finals. We wish you the best of luck this season!

NEW!
CHICAGO, IL (MAR)

March 12 - 15, 2026

Guide

Timeline

Hotel, map and distances

NEW!
CHICAGO, IL (MAR)

March 12 - 15, 2026

Dear Participants,

HOUSTON, TX

March 12 - 15, 2026

Guide

Timeline

Hotel, map and distances

HOUSTON, TX

March 12 - 15, 2026

Dear Participants,

Welcome to the 2026 Youth America Grand Prix competition semi-final in HOUSTON, TX. We are proud to be able to present performance and training opportunities for dancers looking to compete in classical and contemporary dance performance, take master classes and become eligible to participate in the YAGP Finals. We wish you the best of luck this season!

SAN DIEGO, CA (MAR)

March 12 - 15, 2026

Guide

Timeline

Hotel, map and distances

SAN DIEGO, CA (MAR)

March 12 - 15, 2026

Dear Participants,

Welcome to the 2026 Youth America Grand Prix competition semi-final in SAN DIEGO, CA (MAR). We are proud to be able to present performance and training opportunities for dancers looking to compete in classical and contemporary dance performance, take master classes and become eligible to participate in the YAGP Finals. We wish you the best of

WAIT LIST
INDIANAPOLIS, IN

March 19 - 22, 2026

Wait List

Guide

Timeline

Hotel, map and distances

WAIT LIST
INDIANAPOLIS, IN

March 19 - 22, 2026

Dear Participants,

Welcome to the 2026 Youth America Grand Prix competition semi-final in INDIANAPOLIS, IN. We are proud to be able to present performance and training opportunities for dancers looking to compete in classical and contemporary dance performance, take master classes and become eligible to participate in the YAGP Finals. We wish you the best of luck this season!

WAIT LIST
BOCA RATON, FL

March 19 - 22, 2026

Wait List

Guide

Timeline

WAIT LIST
BOCA RATON, FL

March 19 - 22, 2026

Dear Participants,

Welcome to the 2026 Youth America Grand Prix competition semi-final in BOCA RATON, FL. We are proud to be able to present performance and training opportunities for dancers looking to compete in classical and contemporary dance performance, take master classes and become eligible to participate in the YAGP Finals. We wish you the best of luck this season!

BOSTON (WORCESTER), MA

March 26 - 29, 2026

Guide

Timeline

BOSTON (WORCESTER), MA

March 26 - 29, 2026

Dear Participants,

Welcome to the 2026 Youth America Grand Prix competition semi-final in BOSTON (WORCESTER), MA. We are proud to be able to present performance and training opportunities for dancers looking to compete in classical and contemporary dance performance, take master classes and become eligible to participate in the YAGP Finals. We wish you the best of

WAIT LIST
SAN FRANCISCO, CA

March 27 - 29, 2026

Wait List

Guide

Timeline

WAIT LIST
SAN FRANCISCO, CA

March 27 - 29, 2026

Dear Participants,

Welcome to the 2026 Youth America Grand Prix competition semi-final in SAN FRANCISCO, CA. We are proud to be able to present performance and training opportunities for dancers looking to compete in classical and contemporary dance performance, take master classes and become eligible to participate in the YAGP Finals. We wish you the best of luck this season!

HOUSTON, TX (Finals)

May 10 - 18, 2026

Guide

HOUSTON, TX (Finals)

May 10 - 18, 2026

Dear Participants,

Welcome to the 2026 Youth Grand Prix competition final in HOUSTON, TX. We are proud to be able to present performance and training opportunities for dancers looking to compete in classical and contemporary dance performance, take master classes and become eligible to participate in the YAGP Finals. We wish you the best of luck this season!

Wait list

The Wait List operates on a first-come, first-serve basis, and entries are only moved from the Waitlist to a confirmed registration list when and if space becomes available as a result of cancellation by another registrant, or due to additional time becoming available in the venue. If and when space becomes available, you will receive an email confirmation of your participation in the semi-final, and at that point, payment will be due.

On your Dashboard – Click on Select ‘Add New Registration’

Click on drop down menu, scroll down and select ‘Wait list CITY’

Continue through the registration until you have entered all of your entries, then click ‘Save’

Please make sure the student (s) will complete the waiver form. If the dancer has not received the online waiver to the email provided and it is spelled correctly, please follow the link provided to resend the waivers and complete your registration – Waiver Send/Resend Tutorial

Please be sure to go back to the Dashboard and make sure your registration status is complete.

NO PAYMENT required and will not be accepted for Waitlisted registration (s).

For more information on our policies and procedures, please follow the link to our YAGP 2025 Rules and Regulations