The National Finals represent the pinnacle of the True Talent season—where studios come together for a week filled with incredible competition, exclusive events, and unique opportunities for everyone to shine.
It All Leads to This - the most exciting week of the season!
National Finals
The Spotlight Is Yours
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LONG BEACH ISLAND, NJ
June 27 – July 3, 2026Join the waitlist
June 27-July 3, 2026
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JERSEY SHORE, NJ
July 5–11, 2026Register Now
July 5-11, 2026
NATIONAL FINALS EXCLUSIVES
Dance Warz
Where creativity, teamwork, and choreography collide! Dancers from different studios are mixed into new teams to learn fresh routines and perform together in this high-energy event led by our True Talent faculty. It’s all about collaboration, growth, and pure performance magic.
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Title Pageant
A Nationals-exclusive honor that celebrates the heart of True Talent. The Title Program recognizes dancers who embody passion, leadership, and artistry—representing what it truly means to be the best both on and off the stage.
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Tournament of Talent
The grand finale of Nationals — where the season’s most unforgettable routines take the stage one last time. The Tournament of Talent brings together top performances from each studio to celebrate excellence, artistry, and passion. It’s a moment of pure energy and emotion—where dancers leave it all on the stage, and the spirit of True Talent shines brightest.
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Same Song Challenge
Dancers take on the exciting challenge of creating unique routines—all to the same song. It’s a fun and creative way to showcase individual style, teamwork, and versatility, proving that every interpretation can shine.
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Production Showdown
The stage doesn’t get any bigger than this! Selected productions from Regionals are invited to compete at Nationals for the title of Most Entertaining Production. These large-scale routines bring the ultimate mix of creativity, teamwork, and showmanship—celebrating storytelling and performance at its finest.
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Parents Lip-Sync Battle
It’s the parents’ turn to shine! Gather your studio’s moms and dads, pick your favorite song, and bring the energy to the stage. This free event is all about fun, creativity, and community—where the most entertaining act takes home the win!
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Tina’s Troop
A beloved True Talent tradition! Selected Mini, Petite, and Junior dancers unite for a special performance on the final day of Nationals—celebrating teamwork, dedication, and the heart of True Talent.
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Scavenger Hunt
Let the games begin! Throughout Nationals week, dancers will team up with their studios to complete a series of creative challenges and clues in the True Talent Scavenger Hunt. From silly surprises to clever photo ops, it’s all about teamwork, originality, and having fun together beyond the stage.
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Senior and Dream Scholarships
True Talent proudly awards scholarships to support dancers on every path — whether pursuing college, trade school, professional training, or a career in the arts. Our Senior and Dream Scholarships honor passion, dedication, and the courage to chase your goals beyond the stage.
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