The Stompdown National Championship Step Show
The nation’s elite teams compete on the championship stage at the Mary McLeod Bethune Performing Arts Center.
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Festival Weekend
January 22–24, 2027 · Daytona Beach, Florida
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Three days in Daytona BeachThe Stompdown Education & Leadership Day
Networking, empowerment, career opportunities, speakers and the festival expo.
The Stompdown Battle of the Bands & Drumlines
A high-energy showcase at Spruce Creek High School beginning at 2:00 PM.
The Stompdown 5K Run/Walk
A community-centered start to Championship Day from 7:00–10:00 AM.
The Stompdown Gospel Experience
A powerful community celebration closing the festival weekend.
Compete at The Stompdown
Team applicationsBring your team to the national stage
Elementary, middle school, high school, independent and Greek teams are invited to register.
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Team profiles will be added as registrations are confirmed across all five championship divisions.
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Weekend schedule
Tap a pin for directionsFriday, January 22
Education & Leadership10:00 AMto 5:00 PM
The Stompdown Networking & Empowerment Conference + Expo
Bethune-Cookman University
10:00 AMto 1:30 PM
The Stompdown College & Career Fair
Bethune-Cookman University
7:00 PM
The Stompdown Comedy Show
Location to be announced
11:00 PMto 1:00 AM
The Stompdown Welcome Party
Urban Ash · Daytona Beach
Saturday, January 23
Championship DaySunday, January 24
Community & Gospel3:00 PM
The Stompdown Gospel Experience
Location to be announced
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Confirmed Daytona Beach venuesTravel & stay
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Championship start time confirmed
The Stompdown National Championship Step Show begins Saturday, January 23, at 6:00 PM at the Mary McLeod Bethune Performing Arts Center.
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Quick answersWhen is The Stompdown Festival?
The festival takes place January 22–24, 2027, in Daytona Beach, Florida.
Where do I buy championship tickets?
Use the Tickets button in the app to purchase through the official Eventbrite page.
How do I save my favorite events?
Tap the bookmark button on any schedule item, then open My Plan from the bottom navigation.
Is there an official festival hotel?
No official hotel block has been announced in the app yet. Use Travel & Stay to browse the official Daytona Beach lodging directory and check Official Alerts before booking.
Will the schedule change?
Times and locations may be updated. Return to the app during festival weekend for the latest official information.
Schedule and locations are subject to change. Check the app during festival weekend for the latest information.