Important Dates for the 2026 Finals in Dublin, Ireland

Please find below the dates for the DWC 2026 Finals competition, which will take place at the Convention Centre Dublin (CCD) in Dublin, Ireland this summer.

The comprehensive schedule will be posted TWO WEEKS after the closing date of 03 May 2026 for all countries.

Opening Ceremony: Date and location to be confirmed

Mini & Children Competition: Wednesday 08 July to Monday 13 July 2026

Grand Finals – Mini & Children: Monday 13 July 2026 – Main Theatre – Convention Centre Dublin (CCD)

Classical Grand Final – time to be confirmed.
Street & Commercial Grand Final – time to be confirmed.
Theatrical Grand Final – time to be confirmed.

The Mini and Children Grand Finals performance will take place after the Mini and Children competition. Overall awards will be chosen and presented at the Grand Finals in the main theatre at the Convention Centre Dublin (CCD). Participants selected for the Grand Final will be invited in advance. A full schedule will be provided once the Mini and Children competition concludes.

Junior & Senior Competition: Sunday 12 July to Saturday 18 July 2026

Grand Finals – Junior & Senior: Saturday 18 July 2026 – Main Theatre – Convention Centre Dublin (CCD)

Classical Grand Final – time to be confirmed.
Theatrical Grand Final – time to be confirmed.
Street & Commercial Grand Final – time to be confirmed.

The Junior and Senior Grand Finals performance will take place after the Junior and Senior competition. Overall awards will be chosen and presented at the Grand Finals in the main theatre at the Convention Centre Dublin (CCD). Participants selected for the Grand Final will be invited in advance. A full schedule will be provided once the Junior and Senior competition concludes.

Please note: the street/commercial sections will be during the normal competition for 2026.

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Should you have any queries, please contact your qualifier organiser who can assist you further.

Important Dates