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UK Cheerleading Competition Calendar 2026/2027

Living Cheer Competition Planner

UK Cheerleading Competition Calendar 2026/2027

A colourful, easy-to-use calendar for athletes, parents, coaches and squads planning the cheer season across the UK. Check dates, venues, organisers and entry deadlines before competition weekends arrive.

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Last updated: 12 August 2026. Deadlines shown as “TBC / check organiser” were not clearly published at the time of checking.

Rolling 12-month guide
Plan ahead 12

Months of upcoming cheerleading competitions and events.

Useful for Squads

Coaches, parents, athletes and team managers.

Remember Deadlines

Entry dates vary by organiser and can close early.

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Prepare shoes, bags and accessories before competition week.

Upcoming UK Cheerleading Competitions & Events

Date Event Organiser Location Entry Closing Date Notes Official Link
September 2026
26–27 Sept 2026 BCA Coaches Conference BCA Cheer & Dance Holywell Park, Loughborough Check organiser Coach-focused event rather than a competition, but useful for coaches and programme leaders. View event
November 2026
21–22 Nov 2026 Jungle Fever Future Cheer Check organiser Capacity-based / check organiser Future Cheer themed cheer and dance competition. View competition
December 2026
5–6 Dec 2026 Winter Cheer & Dance Championships UKCA Belle Vue Sports Village, Manchester 10 Oct 2026 Cheerleading, group stunt, partner stunt and dance categories. View competition
5–6 Dec 2026 Winter Wonderland Future Cheer Essex University, Colchester Capacity-based / check organiser Christmas-themed Future Cheer event. View competition
12–13 Dec 2026 Winter Weekender BCA Cheer & Dance Winter Gardens, Blackpool TBC / check organiser BCA winter season event. View competition
12–13 Dec 2026 Winter Blackout PowerUp Events University of Warwick, Coventry 31 Oct 2026 All-Star cheerleading and dance competition. View competition
January 2027
16–17 Jan 2027 Northern Championships ICC BEC Arena, Manchester TBC / check organiser ICC northern regional event. View competition
23 Jan 2027 FC Essentials South Future Cheer Essex University Capacity-based / check organiser Introductory-style competition for Novice, Prep and Stunt Groups. View competition
23–24 Jan 2027 First Charge PowerUp Events NAEC Stoneleigh 30 Nov 2026 All-Star cheerleading and dance event. View competition
30–31 Jan 2027 Super Classic BCA Cheer & Dance NEC Birmingham Check organiser BCA event with prep, elite, novice and dance divisions. View competition
30–31 Jan 2027 Recharged Energy Events UK Utilita Arena, Newcastle Late: 1 Dec 2026 Cheer, stunt groups, solos, dance teams and dance solos/duets. View competition
31 Jan 2027 Cheer Bid Battle BCA Cheer & Dance NEC Birmingham 24 Nov 2026 Standalone event for teams holding Worlds or Summit bids. View competition
30–31 Jan 2027 Southern Championships ICC Guildford Spectrum TBC / check organiser ICC southern regional event. View competition
February 2027
6–7 Feb 2027 Southern Championships Part 2 ICC Guildford Spectrum TBC / check organiser Second ICC southern championships weekend. View competition
13 Feb 2027 Heart of England Future Cheer Manchester Central Capacity-based / check organiser Future Cheer regional event. View competition
13 Feb 2027 FC Essentials North Future Cheer Manchester Central Capacity-based / check organiser Essentials event for Novice and Prep teams. View competition
13–14 Feb 2027 Just Believe Legacy Cheer & Dance Copper Box Arena, London On-time: 24 Nov 2026 Legacy Super Regional Championships. View competition
14 Feb 2027 U.K. University Nationals Future Cheer Manchester Central Capacity-based / check organiser University cheer and dance competition. View competition
20–21 Feb 2027 Stand Strong Legacy Cheer & Dance Sport Central, Newcastle-upon-Tyne On-time: 1 Dec 2026 Legacy Regional Championships. View competition
20–21 Feb 2027 ReVolt PowerUp Events First Direct Bank Arena, Leeds Check organiser All-Star and university cheer and dance event. View organiser
TBC Feb 2027 ICE Frost Fest Incredibly Cool Events Antrim Forum Leisure Centre, Northern Ireland Check competition pack Deadfloor and bid event; exact February date TBC. View competition
27–28 Feb 2027 Cymru Clash BCA Cheer & Dance ICC Newport TBC / check organiser BCA Wales event. View competition
27–28 Feb 2027 Circus Spectacular Future Cheer English Institute of Sport, Sheffield Capacity-based / check organiser Cheer event with allstar, university, schools, adaptive abilities and stunt groups. View competition
March 2027
6 Mar 2027 University Championship Energy Events UK Caledonia Gladiators, East Kilbride Late: 1 Feb 2027 Cheer, Pom, traditional Pom, lyrical, jazz, hip hop and group stunts. View competition
13–14 Mar 2027 National Cheer & Dance Championships UKCA Belle Vue Sports Village, Manchester 16 Jan 2027 UKCA national competition for cheer, stunt and dance categories. View competition
13–14 Mar 2027 Midlands Mashup BCA Cheer & Dance International Centre, Telford Check organiser BCA cheer and dance event, including university divisions. View competition
13–14 Mar 2027 Spotlight Showdown Future Cheer University of Essex, Colchester Capacity-based / check organiser Future Cheer allstar, prep, novice and schools cheer event. View competition
13–14 Mar 2027 Dream Extreme & Alpha and Omega Legacy Cheer & Dance BP Pulse LIVE Arena + NEC, Birmingham TBC / check organiser Allstar Cheer and Dance Championships and University Nationals. View competition
20 Mar 2027 Flight To Victory Future Cheer Farnborough International Capacity-based / check organiser Future Cheer event with cheer, dance, stunt group and specialities. View competition
20–21 Mar 2027 British Open Nationals ICC Telford International Centre TBC / check organiser British Open and University Cheer & Dance Championship National. View competition
20–21 Mar 2027 Bolt: Battle in the Capital Energy Events UK Royal Highland Centre, Edinburgh Late: 15 Feb 2027 Cheer and stunt groups on Saturday; dance teams on Sunday. View competition
27–28 Mar 2027 Scottish Sensation BCA Cheer & Dance SEC Glasgow Check organiser BCA Scottish cheer and dance event. View competition
April 2027
10–11 Apr 2027 Spring Spirit BCA Cheer & Dance Brighton Centre TBC / check organiser BCA spring event. View competition
10–11 Apr 2027 Adventure In Atlantis Future Cheer NAEC Stoneleigh Capacity-based / check organiser Future Cheer event including Champions Send Off. View competition
May 2027
8–9 May 2027 Superhero Spirit Challenge Future Cheer Braehead Arena, Glasgow Capacity-based / check organiser Future Cheer Scottish event. View competition
14–15 May 2027 Powered UP Energy Events UK Blackpool Tower Ballroom & Winter Gardens Late: 5 Apr 2027 Cheer teams, stunt groups and dance teams. View competition
22–23 May 2027 Be Kind Legacy Cheer & Dance Emirates Arena, Glasgow TBC / check organiser Updated from the earlier April listing to 22–23 May 2027. View competition
29–30 May 2027 Allstar Nationals BCA Cheer & Dance International Centre, Telford On-time: 16 Mar 2027 BCA national event with bids available. View competition
29–30 May 2027 Live Your Legacy Legacy Cheer & Dance BP Pulse LIVE Arena + NEC, Birmingham On-time: 23 Mar 2027 International Championships and Schools Nationals. View competition
29–30 May 2027 Summer Surge PowerUp Events University of Warwick, Coventry 31 Mar 2027 All-Star cheerleading and dance season finale. View competition
29–30 May 2027 ICE Southern Chill Incredibly Cool Events University of Worcester Arena Check competition pack Sprung floor and bid event. View competition
June 2027
4 Jun 2027 Schools Out Future Cheer NAEC Stoneleigh Capacity-based / check organiser Schools and colleges competition. View competition
5 Jun 2027 FC Essentials Nationals Future Cheer NAEC Stoneleigh Capacity-based / check organiser Dedicated national event for Prep and Novice teams. View competition
5–6 Jun 2027 Summer Showdown BCA Cheer & Dance K2 Leisure Centre, Crawley On-time: 6 Apr 2027 BCA summer event for prep, novice, elite cheer and dance. View competition
12–13 Jun 2027 JAMfest Europe JAMfest / Varsity Manchester TBC / check organiser JAMfest Europe returns to Manchester for 2027. View competition
12–13 Jun 2027 Summer Spotlight BCA Cheer & Dance Sport Central, Newcastle On-time: 6 Apr 2027 BCA summer event for prep, novice, elite cheer and dance. View competition
12–13 Jun 2027 Energize Nationals Energy Events UK Glasgow International Arena Late: 3 May 2027 Dance teams on Saturday; cheer and stunt groups on Sunday. View competition
12–13 Jun 2027 ICE Cheer Championships Incredibly Cool Events Fenton Manor, Stoke-on-Trent Check competition pack ICE cheer season finale and bid event. View competition
25–27 Jun 2027 FC Internationals Future Cheer BIC, Bournemouth On-time payment: 1 Mar 2027 Future Cheer states registration closes once capacity is reached. View competition
26 Jun 2027 Summer Cheer & Dance Championships UKCA National Cycling Centre, Manchester 1 May 2027 Cheerleading, Pom Dance, Cheer Dance, Urban Cheer, Freestyle Pom and Hip Hop. View competition
27 Jun 2027 National Schools Cheer & Dance Championships UKCA National Cycling Centre, Manchester 2 May 2027 Schools competition covering KS1 to KS5 and disability categories. View competition
July 2027
10–11 Jul 2027 Summer Jam ICC Norbreck Castle Hotel, Blackpool TBC / check organiser ICC end-of-season summer event. View competition

Getting ready for competition day?

Make sure your cheer shoes, kit bag, bow, warm-up gear and competition-day essentials are ready before the week gets busy.

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Before you enter a cheerleading competition

Use this section to help parents, athletes and coaches check the practical details before committing to an event.

Entry details

  • Official closing date
  • Late entry rules
  • Division and age grid
  • Crossover rules

Travel planning

  • Venue address
  • Parking information
  • Public transport options
  • Hotel availability

Competition day kit

  • Cheer shoes
  • Uniform and warm-up kit
  • Hair bow and hair kit
  • Backpack, snacks and water

Competition calendar FAQs

How often is this calendar updated?

We aim to review and update this page at the end of each month, checking official organiser pages for new dates, deadline changes, venue updates and cancellations.

Why are some entry dates marked as TBC?

Not every organiser publishes entry deadlines at the same time as event dates. When a deadline is not clearly available, we mark it as TBC and link to the official organiser page.

Can event details change?

Yes. Dates, venues, entry deadlines, divisions, ticket arrangements and running orders can change. Always check the official organiser page before booking travel or accommodation.

Important note: This page is designed as a helpful planning guide for the UK cheerleading community. Living Cheer is not responsible for event changes, entry deadlines, cancellations, ticket availability or organiser updates. Always check the official event organiser before making plans.

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