Manhattan Dance Championships
New York Marriott at the Brooklyn Bridge · New York, New York
About This Competition
The Manhattan Dance Championships is New York City's flagship summer ballroom competition, running across five days each July at the iconic Brooklyn Bridge Marriott. An NDCA Premier national ranking event, it features world-class Professional divisions alongside robust Amateur and Pro/Am fields, and is widely considered one of the best-run events in North America.
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Competition Levels
Competition Info
Dates
July 1–5, 2026
Venue
New York Marriott at the Brooklyn Bridge
Region
Northeast
Reg. Deadline
2026-05-31
Entry Fee
$20–$42 per dance
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