The World’s Largest Line Dance Team Contest™, presented by Krunchtime Productions, The Wealthy Haircare Collection, and The Omni Channel™, celebrates rhythm, teamwork, creativity, and crowd engagement. Teams will perform a choreographed line dance routine in a fun, competitive, and family-friendly environment.
*Entry Forms Available 1-6-26. Entry Fee $150. Approximately $5K in Cash Prizes to be awarded. Entrance deadline 2-12--26.. To get an Entry Form, email theomnichannelinfo@gmail.com. Contest to be held in Chicago, March 20-21, 2026.
1. Team Requirements
- To Enter, Teams must complete and Submit Entrance Form and Fees,
- Teams must consist of a minimum of five (5) dancers.
- There is no maximum number of dancers unless otherwise specified.
- All performances must maintain a line dance format (no partner work or lifts).
2. Choreography Rules
- Original choreography is required for all performances.
- Each team must prepare two (2) original line dances:
- One dance for the general competition
- One additional dance to be performed only if the team is selected for the final competition
- Both dances must be created specifically for this competition.
- Dances must not have been previously performed, taught, posted, or shared in any form (including social media, classes, workshops, or videos) prior to this competition.
- Use of non-original choreography or previously shared material will result in disqualification.
3. Music
- Teams may select their own music.
- Music must be appropriate for all audiences.
- Edited music is allowed.
- Music files must be submitted by the deadline provided by the event organizer.
4. Performance Guidelines
- Teams will perform one dance during the general competition.
- Teams advancing to finals will perform their second prepared dance.
- Props are allowed but cannot overpower the dance and must be approved in advance.
- Performances must demonstrate timing, unity, and clean execution.
5. Judging Criteria
Teams will be judged on:
- Originality and Creativity - 25 Points
- Musicality and Synchronization- 25 Points
- Stage Presence and Energy- 20 Points
- Translation & Difficulty - 15 Points
- Audience Engagement - 15 Points
*Judges’ decisions are final.
6. Attire
- Costumes must be appropriate and family-friendly.
- Coordinated or matching attire is encouraged.
- Footwear must be safe for the performance surface.
7. Registration & Fees
- Entry Fee: $150 per team (non-refundable after 2-16-26)
- Registration Deadline: February 16, 2026
- Registration is not complete until payment and all required information are received.
- Late entries will not be accepted.
8. Awards & Prizes
- 1st Place: $2,500.00
- 2nd Place: $1,500.00
- 3rd Place: $750.00
Prizes will be awarded following the final competition.
9. Conduct & Sportsmanship
- Teams are expected to display professionalism and good sportsmanship.
- Unsportsmanlike conduct may result in deductions or disqualification.
10. Media & Rights
- By entering, teams grant permission for performances to be recorded and used for promotional purposes.
- Choreographers retain ownership of their work, subject to the originality rules of this competition. OFFICIAL RULES AND GUIDELINES