The nation’s best young dancers and cheerleaders are headed to the 2024 Champion Cheer and Dance Grand Nationals at the Baltimore Convention Center in Baltimore, and Varsity TV will be there to provide live coverage of the event. 

This year is a little different, as the events were held separately last season, with the cheer squads converging on Baltimore in early December, and the dance teams starting the new year in Atlantic City during the first week of January.

For the latest edition of the competition, the stage will belong to the dancers on Dec. 7, while cheer teams across Division I and Division II get to spend time in the spotlight on both days.

Champion Cheer & Dance is all about creating a legacy. The organization’s own legacy spans almost five decades, with the values being passed down from coach to coach with each generation and competition. 

CCD originally entered the scene with cheer camps but shifted its focus to top-tier championship events.

Enjoy complete coverage of the event, as standout dance teams and cheer teams from Division I and Division II go head-to-head with their sights set on obtaining points to The Varsity Cheer League by Varsity All Star and a bid to one of the prestigious end-of-season championships!

• Who: All Star Cheer And Dance Teams
• When: Dec. 7-8, 2024 
• Where: Baltimore Convention Center in Baltimore
• Watch: LIVE on Varsity TV
• Rebroadcast: Watch HERE
• The Varsity Cheer League by Varsity All Star: 500 Points Up For Grabs

What To Know About The Baltimore Convention Center

The Baltimore Convention Center has become a popular destination for cheer and dance events, and competitors from both realms will get to enjoy the city and venue for two days of entertainment and competition. 

The facility opened in 1979 and was expanded in 1996. It features 300,000 square feet of exhibition space, 50 meeting rooms, a multifunctional ballroom, catering, and audiovisual services. It hosts more than 125 events each year and welcomes over 500,000 guests.

Along with the later-added Harborplace and the National Aquarium, the trio of venues are a huge part of Baltimore’s Inner Harbor and the tourism of the region. 

The lively area includes many important components and features – downtown, convention center, Baltimore Inner Harbor, Camden Yards (home of the Baltimore Orioles), thousands of hotel rooms, hundreds of restaurants, the beautiful waterfront and more.

More about the Baltimore Convention Center: Photo Galley | Directions & Parking | Virtual Maps

Things To Do In Baltimore

Click HERE to learn more about historic Baltimore and all the amazing things to do.

Baltimore plays a significant role in America’s history, and its own legacy spans hundreds of years, so it’s the perfect opportunity for the history-centric competitors and guests to learn about our nation’s history, before making history of their own.

From sightseeing tours to the waterfront to walking in the footsteps of some of the country’s most influential men and women, enjoy the opportunity to turn back the clock with time at the city’s landmarks and monuments. 

The background and culture of Baltimore are diverse, as are the neighborhoods. There are many great markets and food halls, museums, galleries, and live sporting events.

Though the weather may be turner colder as December rolls in, don’t forget about all the amazing outdoor aspects of the area. Dress warmly and visit Baltimore’s Inner Harbor for some history, incredible views, shopping, museums, and delicious seafood. 

Because it’ll be the holiday season, make time to hit the Inner Harbor Ice Rink, Winterfest 2024 Annual Holiday Sale, Mix 106.5’s ‘Deck The Hall Ball’ and more. Here’s a look at the calendar of events. 

When it’s time to eat, here’s what’s happening on the food scene, including some Maryland blue crab, plus a list of the area’s many public markets. 

Need a car to get around Baltimore? Visit Avis!

How To Watch The 2024 Champion Cheer & Dance Grand Nationals

The 2024 Champion Cheer & Dance Grand Nationals will stream LIVE on Varsity TV.

The rebroadcast will stream on Varsity TV on a delay of 24 hours.

If you’re going to be in the Baltimore area and want to see the event in person, click HERE for spectator and ticket information.

The 2024 Champion Cheer & Dance Grand Nationals Results

Results for the 2024 Champion Cheer & Dance Grand Nationals can be found here.

The 2024 Champion Cheer & Dance Grand Nationals Schedule

The schedule for the 2024 Champion Cheer & Dance Grand Nationals can be found here.

Bids Up For Grabs At The 2024 Champion Cheer & Dance Grand Nationals

• 2 Paid Bids to The Cheerleading Worlds
• 4 At-Large Bids to The Cheerleading Worlds
• 3 Paid Bids to The Summit
• 4 IASF At-Large Bids to The Summit
• 7 At-Large Bids to The Summit
• 3 Paid Bids to The D2 Summit
• 7 At-Large Bids to The D2 Summit
• 1 Paid Bid to The Youth Summit
• 4 At-Large Bids to The Youth Summit
• 2 Paid Bids to The Regional Summit (one Division I, one Division II)
• Top 3 teams in eligible divisions will earn At-Large Bid to The Regional Summit
• 5 At-Large Bids to The Recreational Summit
• 1 Gold Bid to The Quest
• Qualifier Bids to The Quest for top 3 teams in bid-eligible divisions
• 2 Partial Paid Bids to The Dance Worlds
• 4 At-Large Bids to The Dance Worlds
• 1 Paid Bid to The Dance Summit
• 6 At-Large Bids to The Dance Summit
• Base Camp Bids to The Dance Summit
• Golden Tickets to The U.S. Finals

The Varsity Cheer League by Varsity All Star

The Varsity Cheer League by Varsity All Star is the official ranking system for the sport of All Star cheerleading, changing the conversation from “Who won the weekend?” to “Who ranks at the top this season?”

Every team that competes at a Varsity All Star event this season will be included in The Varsity Cheer League.

Team rankings are determined by the points system displayed here. At each Varsity All Star event your team competes, your team will earn points based on the assigned event and placement point value.

At the end of the season, your six best Varsity All Star event scores will be used to calculate your final rank.

In total, 128 winners will be recognized from first to third place across each region. 

One champion will be crowned in each of the five regions across the eight eligible divisions and two League 6 conferences, meaning 42 championships will be awarded in total. Champions will win cash and prizes!

Click here to learn more about The League

500 Points Up For Grabs At The 2024 Champion Cheer & Dance Grand Nationals

Click here to view the full points system/breakdown.

Tune in to Varsity TV on Dec. 7-8 to watch all the action live from the 2024 Champion Cheer & Dance Grand Nationals in Baltimore!

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