Chicago Metro Show 2026
The Chicago Metro Show, also known as the 2026 Chicago UDMA Dance Teacher Expo, is a major dance industry trade show scheduled for September 26-27, 2026, at the Schaumburg Convention Center in Illinois, USA. Organized by United Dance Merchants of America (UDMA), it features the largest trade show floor in the dance industry with over 100 member companies exhibiting costumes, equipment, software, travel services, and more. The event includes workshops, presentations, and a fashion show, targeting dance studio owners, teachers, and staff for business planning, networking, and shopping.
Dates
Sep 26 – 27, 2026
City / country
United States
Venue
Schaumburg Convention Center
Type
B2B · Annual
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Notable exhibitors
Companies exhibiting at Chicago Metro Show 2026 include 42nd Street Tours, A Wish Come True, Accelerate Dance Experience, Acrobatic Arts and Addiction Dance Competition.
- 42nd Street Tours
- A Wish Come True
- Accelerate Dance Experience
- Acrobatic Arts
- Addiction Dance Competition
- Exhibit at the UDMA Dance Teacher Expo to connect with dance studio owners and educators actively seeking products like costumes, flooring, curriculum, and competition services.
- Benefit from face-to-face interactions with decision-makers, showcase your products on the largest trade show floor in the dance industry, and network with fellow vendors in a collaborative environment.
- Reach a targeted audience of passionate dance professionals ready to make purchasing decisions.
Audience at a Glance
Who Exhibits
Exhibitor Profile
8 categories represented
- Dance Costume Manufacturers
- Dance Flooring & Barre Suppliers
- Dance Competition Organizers
- Dance Travel Providers
- Fundraising Solutions
- Recital Ticketing Services
- Promotional Items
- Photography Services
Who Attends
Visitor Profile
7 audience types
- Dance Studio Owners
- Dance Teachers
- Studio Staff
- Dance Competition Directors
- Choreographers
- Dance School Administrators
- Recreational Dance Program Coordinators
Industries & Sectors
Organised By
United Dance Merchants of America (UDMA)
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