Dancing with the Stars Con 2026: Everything to Know About the Competition Show’s New Fan Event tram

Get ready to sashay into the world of Dancing with the Stars.

On Feb. 10, it was announced that the long-running ABC competition series will be hosting its first-ever convention, where superfans get to mix and mingle among ballroom pros and former contestants.

“Dancing with the Stars has always been about more than just competition, it’s about courage, connection, and the unforgettable moments that bring people together through dance,” said Ryan O’Dowd, president of Unscripted, BBC Studios and executive producer of the show, in a statement.

“For years our fans have been clamoring for even more ways to engage with the show,” he continued. “And we’re thrilled to have created this rare and immersive opportunity to experience the magic, the music, the movement, the emotion, and the heart that continues to make this show so special.”

It has been a standout year for Dancing with the Stars. Not only did the show celebrate its 20th anniversary on the air, it also became “the most-watched unscripted reality show on TV” in fall 2025, according to Vulture.

The most recent Dancing with the Stars season concluded in December 2025, but the party continues as fan-favorite fox trotters embark on the series’ tour Dancing with the Stars Live! and then head over to the fan convention.

Here’s everything to know about Dancing with the Stars Con 2026.

What is the Dancing with the Stars Con?


Dancing with the Stars Con 2026 is a first-ever fan convention for the long-running competition series.

The multi-day event was announced on Good Morning America on Feb. 10.

“It’s really cool because it’s never been done before,” Dancing with the Stars pro Witney Carson said on GMA. “It’s a three-day immersive, an amazing convention that we’re really excited about. You’re going to have access to pros and celebrities, which is really fun, and we’re just really excited to see you guys there.”

Dancing with the Stars Con 2026 will feature live dance performances on the ballroom floor, panels, Q&A sessions, interactive photo shoots, exhibits and exclusive merchandise.

Where is the Dancing with the Stars Con happening?


Dancing with the Stars Con 2026 will take place at the Acrisure Arena in Palm Springs, Calif.

In a statement, per Variety, Jared Paul of Faculty Productions said, “We are so excited to bring Dancing with the Stars fans a truly once-in-a-lifetime event.”

He continued, “For the first time ever, we’ll assemble the largest cast of pro dancers, Mirrorball Champions, and fan-favorite celebrities from throughout the show’s twenty-year history for an action-packed, full-weekend experience that will thrill audiences.”

“When everyone is under one roof, anything can happen — and we can’t wait to bring the ballroom to life this summer in Palm Springs,” Paul concluded

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