Majors are prestigious international competitions that bring together top dancers from around the world. From the World Championships to the North Americans and All Irelands, these events take place throughout the year and require advance planning. Here you’ll find everything you need to know about upcoming Majors—including key dates, registration details, venue and hotel info, and more.
Canadian Nationals
Dates: January 30 – February 1, 2026
Location: Calgary, Alberta
Competition types: Solo championships, adult championships, Teams, Premiere style competition (to be confirmed).
More information about hotel and registration to follow.
All Ireland Championships
Dates: February 15-21, 2026
Location: Killarney, Ireland
Eligibility: Open Championship dancers automatically qualify, otherwise by invitation.
Competition types: Solo championships, Team championships
All event information found here: Oireachtas Rince na hÉireann 2026 | CLRG Oireachtas.
World Irish Dance Championships
Dates: March 29-April 5, 2026
Location: Schaumburg, Illinois
Eligibility: Must qualify at the Oireachtas, NAIDC, or All Irelands.
Competition types: Solo championships, Team championships, Freestyle
All event information found here: Oireachtas Rince na Cruinne 2026 – Schaumburg, USA.
North American Irish Dance Championships
Dates: First week(ish) of July 2026
Location: Orlando, Florida
Eligibility: Open Championship dancers automatically qualify, otherwise dancers must qualify at the Oireachtas. Dancers in U8 and U9 can attend by invitation.
Competition types: Solo championships, adult championships, Team championships.
More information to follow.
