The Aloha Sprit Championships had a busy kickoff month in November, before things slowed down – briefly. 

The organization returns in the new year with five January events, including the 2026 Aloha Portland Showdown in Portland, Oregon, on Jan. 10-11. The weekend also will feature the Aloha Baltimore Showdown. 

The Aloha Portland Showdown is back at the familiar Oregon Convention Center, and back on Varsity TV, so you don’t have to journey to the Pacific Northwest to watch the action.

Since 2001, Aloha Spirit events have been bringing a bit of Hawaiian flair to each event and host city. At the luau-themed competitions, there is an emphasis on “Ohana” or family, and even the awards share the same theme. 

Another special feature of each event is a 3-foot custom trophy known as the KA MAHALO Award. It is given to the team that exemplifies the spirit of the islands and displays above-and-beyond sportsmanship throughout the competition. 

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

• Who: All Star Cheer Teams
• When: Jan. 10-11, 2026
• Where: Oregon Convention Center in Portland, Oregon
• Watch: LIVE on Varsity TV
• Rebroadcast: Watch HERE
• The Varsity Cheer League: 400 Points Up For Grabs

What To Know About The Oregon Convention Center

Competitors returning to Portland, Oregon, and the Oregon Convention Center for the 2026 Aloha Portland Showdown should know their way around pretty well, as the venue has been a longtime home for the competition. 

The OCC also is a huge part of the Portland economy, bringing in more than $330 million each year. To have so many events and repeat business, the hospitality has to be unmatched. 

The convention center features 255,000 square feet of column-free exhibit space, more than 50 versatile meeting rooms, two ballrooms, three VIP suites and a large outdoor area, which probably won’t get much use in January – but, you never know. There’s also spacious underground parking and state-of-the-art technology. 

Click here for a virtual tour of the facility, which recently underwent a $40 million renovation. 

More info about the OCC: Parking & Directions | Venue Map | Event Calendar | What To Know Before You Go | Food & Drink

Learn more about the area around the Oregon Convention Center – the Lloyd neighborhood. It includes transportation by light rail or streetcar, sporting events, diverse businesses, and many restaurants. See a photo gallery of the Llyod neighborhood.

Things To Do In Portland, Oregon

Despite its location and more than 150 rainy days each year, Portland is charming and scenic and rich with scenery and natural beauty.

Weather permitting in mid-January, there are many parks and gardens that showcase the area’s amazing landscapes and unique terrain, but if you can’t get outside, there are museums to keep you entertained, warm and dry, any time of year.

Before deciding on anything, see what the Portland Visitor Center has to say. Then, click here to learn more about Portland and all the amazing things to do.

When it’s time for a nice meal with teammates and friends, the region has diverse options that are influenced by the proximity to the ocean, nearby Idaho and Canada and the variety of cultures that made the area home.

Here’s a look into the food scene, including the Portland food halls. 

Don’t forget to try fresh local salmon – as many species and as many ways as you possibly can – plus salmon candy, Dungeness crab, shellfish, geoduck, local berries, Tillamook cheese and ice cream, fresh sea salt, mushrooms, regional fruits and vegetables, Idaho baked potatoes and local wines and beers.

How To Watch The 2026 Aloha Portland Showdown

The 2026 Aloha Portland Showdown will stream LIVE on Varsity TV.

If you’re going to be in Oregon and want to see the event in person, keep an eye on this page for spectator and ticket information. 

Missed the Action? Watch The Rebroadcast

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

Relive The Action With Varsity TV 24/7 Network

Whether you're a die-hard fan, a coach or an athlete, Varsity TV 24/7 Network brings the action of the competitive cheer and dance season straight to you—anytime, anywhere. 

The always-live stream will feature all-access content and video replays hand-picked by experts on the Varsity TV team. Tune in to Varsity TV 24/7 Network live, starting on Nov. 1.

2026 Aloha Portland Showdown Results

Results for the 2026 Aloha Portland Showdown can be found here.

2026 Aloha Portland Showdown Schedule

The schedule for the 2026 Aloha Portland Showdown can be found here.

Bids Up For Grabs At The 2026 Aloha Portland Showdown

• 14 At-Large Bids to The Summit
• 12 At-Large Bids to The D2 Summit
• 6 At-Large Bids to The Youth Summit
• Top 3 teams in eligible divisions qualify for The Regional Summit
• 6 At-Large Bids to The Recreational Summit 
• 1 Silver Bid to The Quest
• Top 3 teams in eligible divisions qualify for The Quest
• Golden Tickets to The U.S. Finals

The Varsity Cheer League

The Varsity Cheer League 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 All Star elite team in Youth, Junior and Senior divisions will be included in the Varsity Cheer League.

Team rankings are determined by the point system displayed here. 

At each Varsity All Star event your team completes, 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, 92 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 six eligible divisions and two League 6 conferences. Champions will win cash and prizes!

Click here to learn more about The Varsity Cheer League.

400 Points Up For Grabs In Portland

Click here to view the full points system/breakdown.

Tune in to Varsity TV on Jan. 10-11 to watch all the action live from the 2026 Aloha Portland Showdown in Portland, Oregon!

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