2027 North American Irish Dance Championships

The North American Irish Dance Championships (NAIDC) is the premier annual competition for Irish Dance in North America, organized by the Irish Dance Teachers Association of North America (IDTANA). It is a week-long international event that serves as a secondary qualifier for dancers to compete at the following year’s World Championships, alongside the regional Oireachtas.  

2027 Location

According to IDTANA’s upcoming event schedule, NAIDC 2027 will be hosted by the Western Canada Region . The event will be held in the city of Calgary   

Atmosphere and Experience

NAIDC is known for:

• High-level performances in traditional Irish Dance styles.

• International participation, with dancers from around the world.

• Community events such as teacher conventions and cultural activities

• Competitive excellence alongside camaraderie and celebration of Irish heritage 

In short, NAIDC 2027 will be a major showcase of Irish dance talent, hosted in Western Canada, continuing the tradition of bringing together the best dancers in North America and beyond for a week of competition, culture, and celebration.