If you’re an elite cheerleader or dancer and competitive in Varsity All Star events, it’s likely you’ll be at one of the three major season-ending events headed to Orlando, Florida, in May 2026.
The first two – The Summit Championship and The Dance Summit – will take place during the first week of the month, while the second weekend belongs to The D2 Summit Championship.
The creation of The D2 Summit came on the heels of a couple of successful years for The Summit and Dance Summit to help build and grow smaller programs around the country.
The D2 Summit features gyms with 125 or fewer athletes competing in a variety of disciplines. There typically are thousands of athletes at the D2 Summit and almost a thousand teams competing.
Enjoy complete coverage of The D2 Summit, being held at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, as standout teams from Division II go head-to-head with their sights set on the coveted titles in this special end-of-season competition!
- Who: Division II All Star Athletes
- When: May 8-10, 2026
- Where: ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex – The Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida
- Watch: LIVE on Varsity TV
- Rebroadcast: Watch HERE
What To Know About The ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex
In 2026, The D2 Summit returns to The Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida, where the famed ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex again will provide the ultimate stage for the young athletes to battle for the spotlight.
It’s the perfect combination of so many things – the magic of Disney, one of the most incredible venues in sports, championship competition and an amazing vacation destination to share with family and friends.
The complex features 10 world-class facilities that offer athletes and fans unmatched competitive experiences for nearly any indoor or outdoor sport. Check out the complete schedule of events happening on-site.
Here’s a look at the vast complex, which has seen athletes’ dreams coming true since 1997.
For those who may be visiting Orlando, The Walt Disney World Resort or the host property for the first time, or haven’t been there in a while, here 's an A-Z guide. It’ll help with where to park, admission, what to bring, what’s not allowed, where to eat, etc.
Things To Do In Orlando
Orlando long has been a premier vacation destination, offering so many things to do – The Walt Disney World Resort, many areas nearby for shopping, eating, learning about Central Florida history, catching some waves or a sporting event, or just spending time together doing something new.
Put together an itinerary with help from VisitOrlando.com.
The list of things to do in the Orlando area goes on and on, starting with the four theme parks at The Walt Disney World Resort – Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, Hollywood Studios and EPCOT – and there are some great deals/packages being offered to the competition participants and their guests.
For help with rooms, tickets to theme parks and more, click here.
For some, the Disney experience can be overwhelming or confusing. Here are some tips to help make sure there are no distractions from the fun:
Travel Tips – Be prepared for your trip to the magical Walt Disney World Resort:
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The D2 Summit 2026 Schedule
The full schedule for The D2 Summit 2026 can be found here.
The D2 Summit 2026 Results
Results for The Summit 2026 can be found here once they become available.
Watch Highlights from The Summit 2026
How To Watch The D2 Summit 2026
The 2026 edition of The D2 Summit will stream LIVE on Varsity TV.
The rebroadcast will stream on Varsity TV on a delay of 24 hours.
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