Your Season Begins at INnovate!

A first run for you and your dancers to receive expert feedback, with a focus on growth and artistry—not competition.

2026 Event Dates

Cedar Rapids, IA

January 17th, 2026

Minneapolis, MN

Jan 23rd - Jan 25th, 2026

Milwaukee, WI

Feb 7th - Feb 8th, 2026

Rochester, NY

Feb 14th - 15th. 2026

KICKSTART WITH PURPOSE

Use INnovate as your “first run” or stage rehearsal, where you’ll receive personalized, productive feedback from expert adjudicators.

Unlike crowded conventions, INnovate provides a supportive environment where dancers can focus on growth and artistry—not competition.

ROOM TO TRULY SHINE

STRESS -FREE LEARNING

No costumes, no scores, no trophies—just valuable insights, encouragement, and connection.

CELEBRATE EVERY DANCER

Foster a love for dance, collaborate with others, and know that every performer is seen and celebrated at INnovate.

Perform & Adjudication

Receive live adjudication for each routine from industry professionals!

Educational Speaker

Dancer-focused learning to inspire and inform dancers about important topics.

Master Classes

taught by locally and nationally recognized dance professionals!

Service Project

Connect with your community by partnering with a local non-profit.

At The INnovate Dance Event, we embrace the power of collective strength, lifting each other up with grace, courage, empathy, and vulnerability. Together, we strive not for perfection, but for continual growth and transformation. INnovate is a space where dancers will unite to perform, learn, and, most importantly, connect – with fellow dancers, mentors, and their own inner selves.