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The Cheerleading Worlds 2026: Everything You Need to Know

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From April 24-27, The Cheerleading Worlds 2026 returns to the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida. This premier event gathers the globe’s most elite All Star cheerleading teams to compete on the sport’s most prestigious stage. Over 500 teams from 25 nations will bring their routines, stunts, and pyramids to the mat, all aiming to hit zero and claim the coveted world champion title.

Date: April 24 – 27, 2026
Where: ESPN Wide World of Sports , Walt Disney World Resort, Orlando, FL, USA
Participants: 11,327 athletes, 514 teams and 24 Nations represented
Live Stream: FloCheer
Single Day Tickets: ESPN WWOS

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Cheerleading & Dance Worlds Performance Orders

Updated April 20

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Searchable Performance Order

Editor’s Note: All Performance Times have been uploaded. Times are subject to change as this is a preliminary schedule.

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How To Watch The Cheerleading Worlds 2026

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How Teams Qualify

Teams earn their spot by receiving bids at sanctioned events throughout the season. These bids are awarded based on performance and are divided into categories: Paid Bids, Partial-Paid Bids, and At-Large Bids. Teams must qualify, ensuring each routine on this stage represents the best of the sport.

What To Know About The ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex

Orlando Must-Dos:

  • Nearby Attractions: Shop, dine, or explore Orlando’s entertainment districts like Disney Springs and ICON Park.
  • Walt Disney World Theme Parks: Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom.
  • Universal Orlando Resort: Home to Islands of Adventure, Volcano Bay, and the Wizarding World of Harry Potter.

Put together an itinerary with help from VisitOrlando.com.

The Cheerleading Worlds 2026 Live Stream

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The Cheerleading Worlds Tickets & Parking

If you’re going to be in Orlando and want to see the event in person, keep an eye on this page for spectator and ticket information. The same link also will take you to pricing for discounted tickets to the Disney theme parks, which should be posted in early April.

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ESPN Single Day Tickets 

For spectators without Park Hoppers purchased through Worlds (USASF/IASF)
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Spectators on the hotel travel package or spectators who have purchased Park Hoppers® through the Worlds (USASF/IASF) registration process do not need to buy a Sports Complex ticket as it is included on their Park Hopper® Pass. Park Hoppers® purchased directly from Disney do not provide competition admission.

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Cheerleading Worlds Action Shots

Action Moments Photography will be capturing every performance at Cheer Worlds, providing hundreds of action shots of your athletes. Coaches and club owners will receive photo links via email to share with athletes and parents.

The Cheerleading Worlds Results

Past Results | Medal Count | 2025 Results | Archived Video

Future Dates for The Cheerleading Worlds

The Cheerleading Worlds 2027: April 23–26

The Cheerleading Worlds 2028: April 21–24

The Cheerleading Worlds 2029: April 27–30

The Cheerleading Worlds 2030: April 26–29

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