Regional Dance Competition in

Riverside, CA

Riverside Municipal Auditorium

May 8-10, 2026

Waitlist Only!

KAR is dedicated to producing world class dance events that provide rewarding and positive experiences for dancers, teachers, and parents. Our competitions give dancers across America the opportunity to showcase their talent and passion on the KAR stage. We also proudly acknowledge the achievements and excellence of dance teachers, choreographers, and parents and appreciate their efforts in helping to make dreams come true! KAR is honored to be recognized as America’s Favorite Dance Competition and look forward to seeing the amazing talent your city has to offer!

Director Kiersten Tanopo
Event Coordinator Ariel Ratajczak (562) 534-2466 ariel@dancekar.com

Riverside, CA

*We attempt to do the live webcast of the Competition in every city. Please understand that sometimes we are limited by the internet capabilities of the venue in which the event is being held. Occasionally we are unable to get a good enough connection from the venue to do the webcast, or the connection is intermittent. Please be assured we do everything possible to produce a seamless webcast. We apologize in advance if you experience any problems.

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Venue Info

Riverside Municipal Auditorium

Riverside Municipal Auditorium 3485 Mission Inn Ave - Riverside, CA 92501

Important Event Details

Door Open Times:
Friday 5/8 - 3:30PM
Saturday 5/9 - 7:30AM
Sunday 5/10 - 7:30AM

ALLOWED ITEMS:
• Bags no larger than 12” x 6” x 12”
• Packaged Snacks *in a clear, 1-gallon Ziplock bag
• Plastic Bottled Water *2 per guest
• Metal Beverage Containers
• Coffee/ Tea
• Toddler / Baby Food
• Insulated bags for Infant Milk/ Formula
(up to 12” x6”x12”)
• Non-Professional Cameras *no detachable lenses
• Small floral bouquets
• Sealed chapstick
• Strollers (must park in designated area)
• Vape pens / E-cigarettes *no refill juice/ extra tanks
• Service animals *must state what they support
(emotional support is not permitted)

ITEMS NOT ALLOWED, Items include, but are not limited to:
• Meals/ Food / Takeout
• Balloons of any kind
• Glass containers
• Aluminum cans
• Ice chests / coolers
• Wagons
• Skateboards / bicycles
• Large or oversized bags/ backpacks
• Noise makers / horns
• Megaphones
• Aerosol sprays
• Chairs
• Laser Pointers
• Tripods or selfie sticks
• Professional cameras with detachable or
external lenses
• Professional audio or video equipment
• Posters of any kind
• Candles
• Weapons of any kind
• Mace or Pepper Spray
• Pocket knives or utility tools
• Alcohol
• Illegal Drugs or Substances
• Marijuana
• Fireworks / Fire starters
Animals (except service animals)

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Host Hotel

Marriott Riverside at the Convention Center

3400 Market Street - Riverside, CA 92501
951-784-8000

Double	$180.00 a night
Queen/Queen $192 per night plus tax Reservation cut off April 7, 2026 Currently Parking $30 daily per car. Attendees booking via KAR Attendee block receives $5.00 discount off prevailing daily rate Pool Gym GROUP CODE: No code needed