6 Days. 25 Countries. One Incredible Finale.

The 18th Annual World Ballet Competition Finals will be held from June 16-21, 2025 in Orlando, Florida, USA.

The event venue will be the Orange County Convention Center’s stunning 2,643 seat Linda Chapin Theater.

The Finals Edition showcases beautiful ballerinas and powerful male dancers representing more than 25 countries and 25 U.S. States!

The 2025 Competitor Application Deadline is March 5, 2025 (View Application Details).

  • Win $300k in Prizes!

    Receive scholarships, cash prizes, dance apparel and contract offers, valued at more than $300,000 dollars!

  • Global Visibility

    Be featured on the WBC's internet broadcast watched by hundreds of thousands of viewers.

  • Up to 150 Training Scholarships & Job Contract Offers will be Awarded!

    All soloist competitors have the opportunity to receive scholarships and/or job contract offers from prestigious dance companies and schools located worldwide.

  • Learn from the Best in the Master Class Workshop

    Improve your technique and artistry in the multi-day Master Class Workshop taught by company/school directors, master teachers, and guest artists.

  • Cash Prizes for Medalists

    Cash prizes for medalists range from $100 up to $3,000 U.S. Dollars, depending upon category and medal.

  • Dance in the All Stars Performance Gala

    Perform in the WBC All Stars Performance Gala (in the Competitor Defile or be chosen by the Jury to perform your competition piece).

  • Immediate, Olympic Style Scoring

    Receive immediate scoring through the WBC's instantaneous, computerizing scoring system published to the audience after each competitor completes their routine.

  • Hear from the Judges

    Attend the Judge & Competitor Conference to hear tips, feedback and more from our Judging Panel.

  • Follow in the Footsteps of our WBC Alumni

    WBC winners are now performing as principal dancers at American Ballet Theatre, San Francisco Ballet, Boston Ballet and many more!

View the 2025 Competitor Application and Requirements