
National Dance Championships 2026
November 2nd - 6th, 2026
Signia by Hilton Orlando
14100 Bonnet Creek Resort Ln, Orlando, FL 32821

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Event Info
The warm weather (average temperatures should hover around 78°F) and renowned attractions of Orlando are waiting to welcome you to NDC 2026. We have some exciting things planned for our five days & nights of bright lights and spectacular dancing! Entries & payment are due to Corporate / Organizers by September 16th – don’t miss out – mark your calendar and talk to your FADS Instructor today. We will be having our Pro Show on Friday night during our banquet and we will be in the Waterside Ballroom!
Early Bird Deadline is September 16th. FINAL Deadline is September 30-We will not be taking any new entries or banquets after this date so please plan ahead!
Our host hotel is The Signia Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort, nestled on a 482-acre nature preserve, with over 1,000 guest rooms, world-class amenities, a 3-acre lazy river and pool, 18-hole championship golf course, spa, fitness center, and nearly a dozen dining and lounge options. Off-property, the excitement of Walt Disney World is just beyond the doors of our resort, and there’s discounted admission tickets available, plus complimentary transportation to the Disney Theme Park from our hotel. The area is also home to over a dozen major theme parks, outlet shopping, sports and family attractions, history – and of course, lots of nightlife.
Bookmark this page and check back often for exciting updates including room booking link, info on discounted Disney tickets, Heats, participating Vendors, and much more. Talk to your FADS Instructor today about your studio’s internal deadline! Entries & payment are due to Corporate / Organizers by September 16th. Don’t miss your chance for a great pre-winter getaway… come dance with us!
Participating NDC 2026 Vendors
During your time at NDC 2026, be sure to set aside time to explore our Vendor Area, featuring an amazing array of Ballroom Dance Couture, Shoes, Accessories, Jewelry & much more!
Meet our NDC 2026 Judges
Executive Dance Director
Co National Dance Director
Co National Dance Director
Chairwoman of Judges
Chairman of Judges
Chairman of Judges
Adjudicator - Connecticut
Invigilator - Texas
Adjudicator-Wisconsin
Adjudicator-Arizona
Adjudicator - New York
Adjudicator - Illinois
Adjudicator - Illinois
Adjudicator - Massachusetts
Adjudicator - New Jersey
Adjudicator-Wisconsin
Adjudicator - Florida
Adjudicator - Georgia
Adjudicator - Texas
Adjudicator-Ohio
Adjudicator-Arizona
Adjudicator-Florida
Adjudicator - Florida
Adjudicator - California
Adjudicator-Florida
Adjudicator-Florida
Adjudicator-Indiana
Adjudicator-North Carolina
Invigilator-New York
Adjudicator - Ohio
Show Choreographer

Adjudicator-Florida