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KEY DATES - NDC 2027

We are excited to confirm the following dates for NDC 2027

COMPETITION DATES

Saturday June 12th - Schools and Dance Without Limits.

Friday June 18th - NYPA Nomination Class and Studio Competition.

Saturday June 19th - Studio Competition.

Sunday June 20th- Studio Competition and Finals Gala.

Entries - Entries for NDC 2027 are not yet open

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NDC 2027 DATES ANNOUNCED

Due to increasing demand, we are now holding the competition over TWO weekends!

Schools and Dance Without Limits will be held on the first weekend, with NYPA Class Nominations, Studios, and Finals Gala on the second weekend.

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    The dates for NDC 2027 are Saturday 12 June, then Friday 18 June-Sunday 20 June. Follow us on our social pages to get the latest information and entry details when this becomes available.

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