All the competition dates for 2025-2026 cheer season; Dates & Locations Inside!

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This calendar is from a previous competition season. The 2026–2027 UK & Ireland Cheerleading Competition Calendar is now live, with the latest dates, locations and competition information. Please use the new calendar for the current season.

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Plan your season with ease! Explore our complete list of cheerleading competitions across the UK and Ireland for 2025–2026, sorted by date, organiser, and location.

Looking for all the upcoming cheerleading competitions in one convenient place? Look no further!

CFHTT has done the hard work so you don’t have to. We’ve gathered a comprehensive list of all the major cheerleading competitions, complete with dates and locations, so you can focus on what matters most—perfecting your routines and shining on the big stage. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or new to the cheer scene, our curated list will help you plan your season with ease. Get ready to cheer your heart out, and let us take care of the details!

CFHTT does not endorse any of the listed competitions, not are we affiliated with any of the organising bodies. The dates and details provided are based on the most current information available and may be subject to change. We recommend that you verify the information with the respective event organisers before making any arrangements.

 

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With tried-and-tested strategies, competition insights, and up-to-date guidance, we’re here to support your journey—on and off the mat.

Here is your full cheer competition schedule for 2025–2026, presented in chronological order with the format:

Competition list below

British cheerleading association

Legacy cheer and dance

21st century cheer

ICC= World Cheerleading Coalition 

ICE= Incredibly Cool Events

:South West Cheerleading Championships

Scotcheer

Showdown Elite Events

UKCA: United Kingdom Cheerleading Association

PowerUp:PP

Future Cheer

Inspire Cheer & Dance Championships:

Cheer City

Energy Events

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Date | Competition | Location

DateCompetition CompanyEvent NameLocation
15–16 Nov 2025Future CheerJungle FeverBolton, Arena
22–23 Nov 2025RevolutionFreeze OutFenton Manor, Stoke
22–23 Nov 2025Cheer CityAutumn AdventureWarwick Uni
29–30 Nov 2025Future CheerBrings It On FestiveDisneyland Paris Newport Bay,
6 Dec 202521CCWorlds Bid EventDublin / Galway
6–7 Dec 2025Cheer CityFrost FestivalEIS Sheffield
6–7 Dec 2025UKCAWinter ChampionshipsBelle Vue, Manchester
6–7 Dec 2025Future CheerWinter WonderlandEssex University, Colchester
13th -14th Dec 2025BCAWinter WeekenderWinter Gardens, Blackpool  
13th -14th Dec 2025ICE Christmas Ice Breaker
Fenton Manor, Stoke ST4 2RR
10 Jan 2026Showdown Elite EventsSpotlight DebutSport Wales National Centre, Cardiff
17–18 Jan 2026PowerUpWinter BlackoutSports Connexion, Coventry
17–18 Jan 2026ICCNorthern RegionalsManchester
17–18 Jan 2026Future CheerTreasure Ireland Sport Ireland Arena Dublin
17–18 Jan 2026SOARAscendMotherwell
24–25 Jan 2026RevolutionRebellionNorbreck Castle, Blackpool
24–25 Jan 2026Future CheerEssentials SouthEssex University, Colchester
24–25 Jan 2026BCASuper Classic / Cheer Bid BattleVenue TBA – West Midlands area
25–26 Jan 2026ScotcheerSteve Walls ClassicTBC
31 Jan–1 Feb 2026ICCSouthern RegionalsGuildford
7–8 Feb 2026RevolutionRevoltDoncaster Dome
7–8 Feb 2026ICCSouthern pt. 2 RegionalsGuildford
7–8 Feb 2026ICENorthern FrostbiteWinter Gardens, Blackpool FY1 1HL
7–8 Feb 2026LegacyJust BelieveOVO Wembley Arena, London
14 Feb 2026Future CheerHeart of England / Essentials NorthManchester Central
14–15 Feb 2026Cheer CityWinter SpectacularFenton Manor
14–15 Feb 2026LegacyStand StrongSport Central, Newcastle
14–15 Feb 2026ICEIce Frost FestAntrim Forum, Ireland BT41 4DQ
13-15 Feb UCACheer Sport Nationals USA, Atlanta, Georgia
15 Feb 2026Future CheerUK University NationalsManchester Central
21–22 Feb 2026Future CheerSteel The ShowEIS Sheffield
21–22 Feb 2026Energy Events UKForce Dance ChampionshipsPaisley Lagoon Centre, Glasgow
28th Feb 2026ScotcheerUniversity Nations Cup World ShowcaseCaird Hall, Dundee
28 Feb–1 Mar 2026Future CheerCircus SpectacularEIS Sheffield
28 Feb–1 Mar 2026BCACymru ClashICC Wales, Newport
27-Feb-1 Mar Varsity NCA Nationals USA, Houston, Texas
1 Mar 2026Energy Events UKUniversity ChampionshipsCaledonia Gladiators, East Kilbride
7 Mar 2026Inspire cheer and Dance Inspire 2026RDS, Dublin, Ireland
7–8 Mar 2026RevolutionRiotUniversity of Worcester Arena
7–8 Mar 2026Cheer CitySpring OpenWarwick Uni
7–8 Mar 2026SOARLimitlessEdinburgh
14–15 Mar 2026ICEIce Sub ZeroMeadowbank, London Rd Edinburgh  EH7 6AE
14–15 Mar 2026LegacyDream Extreme / Alpha & OmegaNEC, Birmingham
14–15 Mar 2026Future CheerSpotlight ShowdownEssex University, Colchester
14–15 Mar 2026BCAMidlands Mashup / University NationalsInternational Centre, Telford    
21–22 Mar 2026BCAScottish SensationTBC – SEC, Glasgow
21–22 Mar 2026UKCA National ChampionshipsBelle Vue, Manchester
21–22 Mar 2026PowerUpFirst ChargeUniversity of Warwick, Coventry
21–22 Mar 2026ICEIce Spring Thaw OutNIAC, Cardiff, Wales CF236XD
21–22 Mar 2026Energy Events UKBolt Battle in The CapitalRoyal Highland Centre, Edinburgh
28–29 Mar 2026RevolutionRiseSport Central, Newcastle
28–29 Mar 2026ICEIce CoolerFenton Manor, Stoke ST4 2RR
28–29 Mar 2026Cheer CityAllstar ChampionsWildcats Arena, Nottingham
28–29 Mar 2026ICCBritish Open & Uni NationalsNottingham
28–29 Mar 2026Showdown Elite EventsCurtain CallThree Counties Showground
11–12 Apr 2026Cheer CityBring the HeatKettering Arena Sport
11–12 Apr 2026Future CheerAdventure in AtlantisNAEC, Stoneleigh
11–12 Apr 2026BCASpring SpiritBrighton Centre, Brighton
16-19 Apr 2026Allstar Worlds Allstar WorldsUSA, Orlando Florida
22-24 Apr 2026ICU JUNIOR WORLD & WORLD CHEERLEADING CHAMPIONSHIPSOrlando Florida
23-24 Apr 2016 VarsityThe Youth Summit USA, Orlando Florida
24-26 Apr 2026 IASF IASF Worlds
USA, Orlando Florida
26 Apr 2026SOARFusion (Virtual)Virtual
30 Apr- 3 May 2026VarsityThe SummitWalt Disney World Resort
2–3 May 2026Future CheerOwn The FloorUniversity of Warwick, Warwick
8–10 May 2026Future CheerSuperhero Spirit ChallengeRoyal Highland Showground -Lowllands hail
9–10 May 2026ICEIce BlastK2, Crawley RH11 9BQ
9–10 May 2026RevolutionCarnivalNational Cycling Centre, Manchester
9–10 May 2026Cheer CitySummer ShowdownWarwick Uni
16–17 May 2026Cheer CitySummer GamesHertfordshire Uni
16–17 May 2026SOARZero GravityNewcastle
16–17 May 2026ICESummer Meltdown
EIS, Sheffield S9 5DA
23–24 May 2026RevolutionReignEssex Sports Arena
23–24 May 2026Future CheerAmsterdamSporthallen Zuid, Amsterdam
23–24 May 2026BCAAllstar NationalsInternational Centre, Telford
24 May 202621CCFlat Floor EventDublin / Galway
30–31 May 2026ScotcheerAllstar Championships 2025Caird Hall, Dundee
30–31 May 2026BCASummer SpotlightSport Central, Newcastle
30–31 May 2026Future CheerBarcelonaBadalona Arena, Badalona
30–31 May 2026Energy Events UKPowered UpBlackpool Tower, Blackpool
30–31 May 2026ICE Southern ChillWorcester Arena, Worcester WR2 5JN
6 Jun 2026ICCBattle of ChampionsNottingham
6–7 Jun 2026ICE Ice Big ChillBush-Field Leisure Centre, Peterborough PE2 5RQ
6–7 Jun 2026Cheer CityNationalsEIS Sheffield
6–7 Jun 2026LegacyLive Your LegacyNEC, Birmingham
6–7 Jun 2026BCASummer ShowdownK2 Leisure Centre, Crawley
6–7 Jun 2026Future CheerSchools Out / FC Essentials NationalsNAEC, Stoneleigh
6–7 Jun 2026Energy Events UKEnergize NationalsEmirates Arena, Glasgow
7 Jun 2026ICCBritish Open pt 2.Nottingham
13–14 Jun 2026ICCSouthern JamGuildford
13–14 Jun 2026SOARIgniteNorthern Ireland
13–14 Jun 2026Showdown Elite EventsUltimate Encore NationalsNational Indoor Athletics Centre, Cardiff
20–21 Jun 2026Varsity European Summit Lisbon, Portugal
20–21 Jun 2026PowerUpSummer SurgeRoyal Welsh Showground, Builth Wells
26–28 Jun 2026Future CheerInternationalsBIC, Bournemouth
27 Jun 2026 UKCASummer ChampionshipsNCC / Velodrome, Manchester
28 Jun UKCAschools ChampionshipsNCC / Velodrome, Manchester
27–28 Jun 2026ICEIce ChampionshipsFenton Manor, Stoke ST4 2RR
4–5 Jul 2026SOARRiseCrawley
11–12 Jul 2026RevolutionRampageUniversity of Birmingham
11–12 Jul 2026ICCSummer JamBlackpool

 

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April is the most significant month in global cheerleading. With three major world championship events taking place in one month. CFHTT are here to help you understand how to watch all three Major events.

This practical guide breaks everything down into simple,  instructions so you can quickly find each event with ease .

 ICU World Cheerleading Championships 2026

The international Cheer Union championship aka ICU Worlds is the official national team representation featuring  countries  from across the World

Event Overview

Dates: April 22 to April 24, 2026
Location: Orlando, Florida, USA
Event Type: National Teams representing their countries
Cost: Free to watch

How To Watch ICU Worlds 2026

Step 1
Go to Olympics.com during the event dates or ICU website

Step 2
Navigate to the live events or cheerleading section

Step 3
Select the ICU World Cheerleading Championships livestream

Step 4
Check the schedule for your country’s performance time

Step 5
Set reminders so you do not miss your favourite teams

The is information on how to download ICU championship app

Where To Watch

Olympics.com official livestream
International Cheer Union website or download their ICU app from the app store

For highlights follow ICU on social media

Why Watch ICU Worlds

Country versus country competition
Olympic style format
Youth, Junior and Senior divisions
Performance Cheer ( which is various dance style) and Adaptive Abilities divisions which is not featured at other World event as of yet.

 The Cheerleading Worlds 2026 (IASF / USASF)

Black female cheerleader at Cheerleading worlds

The Cheerleading Worlds is the most prestigious All-Star cheerleading competition. Teams must earn bids at qualifying competitions to attend.

Winning IASF/USASF worlds event is seen as the ultimate reward for most cheer team.

Event Overview

Dates: April 24 to April 27, 2026
Location: ESPN Wide World of Sports, Orlando, Florida
Event Type: Elite All Star teams
Cost: Paid subscription roughly $29.99

How To Watch The Cheerleading Worlds 2026

Step 1
Visit FloCheer.com

Step 2
Create an account

Step 3
Subscribe to FloCheer

Step 4
Select The Cheerleading Worlds event

Step 5
Choose your competition hall or division

Step 6
Watch live or catch replays later

Where To Watch

FloCheer official livestream platform

What To Expect

Level 5 to Level 7 divisions
International teams
Multiple competition halls running at the same time
Elite All Star programs from around the world

Important Tip

information on how make it cost to watch Worlds

Remember to cancel your FloCheer subscription after the event if you only want access for Worlds weekend because it is a recurring payment if not cancelled.

The Allstar World Championship 2026

The Allstar World Championship continues to grow and offers additional international competition opportunities for teams worldwide.

Event Overview

Dates: April 16 to April 19, 2026
Location: Orlando, Florida, USA
Event Type: International All Star teams
Cost: Free to watch

How To Watch The Allstar World Championship 2026

Step 1
Visit eCheer.TV during the event dates

Step 2
Find the Allstar World Championship livestream

Step 3
Select your division or performance hall

Step 4
Watch live coverage

Where To Watch

eCheer.TV official livestream

Why Watch The Allstar World Championship

International competition
Growing global event
Great opportunity to watch emerging teams
Free access for fans worldwide

Quick Comparison Guide

ICU Worlds
Dates April 22 to 24
Teams National teams
Cost Free
Where to Watch Olympics.com and ICU website

IASF/USASF Cheerleading Worlds
Dates April 24 to 27
Teams Elite All Star teams
Cost Paid subscription
Where to Watch FloCheer

Allstar World Championship
Dates April 16 to 19
Teams International All Star teams
Cost Free
Where to Watch eCheer.TV

Pro Tips For Watching Worlds

Work out the time differences between Orlando and your country
Follow your favourite teams on social media for behind the scene access and updates
Set reminders for performance times on your phone

Arrive slightly earlier then the schedule performance time to avoid disappointment

You will not be able to watch every routine you want so prioritise your favourite
Expect late nights if watching from outside the USA
Watch replays if you miss performances

Are There Any Workarounds?

Unofficial ways to catch some of the action without a subscription.

  • Social Media Livestreams
    Sometimes teams or spectators go live on Instagram, TikTok, or Facebook during performances. Keep your eyes peeled and search for team hashtags during event hours
  • social media searches
    After performances, some routines pop up on social media. Type in the full name of the team (e.g. “Cali coed ”) and you might just find what you’re looking for.

This only works for high profile teams e.g. senior elite if your looking for less well-known team it’s better to get a subscription so you don’t miss your favourite team.

  •  Follow YouTube Channels to
    Subscribe to fan-favourite channels that often upload Worlds routines

CFHTT Thoughts

Worlds season is one of the most prestigious  times in cheerleading. Whether you are watching national teams at ICU Worlds, IASF  Cheerleading Worlds or rising teams at the Allstar World Championship, there is something for everyone.

Plan ahead, set your reminders and get ready for an exciting month of cheerleading.

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