National Dance Competition in

Pigeon Forge, TN National Finals

The LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge

June 20-25, 2026

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 TBA
Event Coordinator TBA

Venue Info

The LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge

The LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge 2986 Teaster Lane - Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

Host Hotel

TownePlace Suites Pigeon Forge

3076 Teaster Lane - Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
(865) 366-5877


Standard King and Double Queen Suite (Weekday Monday-Thursday) $189 per night plus tax (Weekends Friday-Sunday) $299 per night plus tax Reservation cut off June 1, 2026 Mixed rates need to call hotel directly Free Breakfast Free Wi-Fi Free Parking Pool Gym GROUP CODE: Mixed rates need to call hotel directly

Host Hotel

Springhill Suites Marriott Pigeon Forge

120 Christmas Tree Lane - Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
(865) 453-4514


Queen Suites $149 Sunday-Thursday + tax $209 Friday & Saturday + tax Cut off date: June 2, 2026 Cancellation within 72 hours of date of arrival penalty 1st nights room and tax Free Parking Pool Gym GROUP CODE: Please contact hotel directly; please have state that you are booking under the KAR Dance 2026 Group block and the rate code is KARP

Host Hotel

Fairfield Marriott Pigeon Forge

2445 Teaster Lane - Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
865-409-5999


Standard Queen $139+ tax Sunday-Thursday $199+ tax Friday & Saturday Cut off date: June 2, 2026 Cancellation penalty within 72 hours of date of arrival 1st nights room & tax Prior to 72 hours of date of arrival no penalty Free Parking Pool Gym GROUP CODE: Please contact hotel directly; please have state that you are booking under the KAR Dance 2026 Group block and the rate code is KARP