The World Spirit Federation's Grand Nationals returns to Louisville, Kentucky, on Dec. 4-6 and will take place at the Kentucky Exposition Center. 

All Star cheer and dance teams will compete in Division I and Division II with opportunities to earn championship bids and points in The Varsity Cheer League — and every routine streams live on Varsity TV.

What To Know About The Kentucky Exposition Center

The Kentucky Exposition Center opened in 1956 after six years of construction and spans 1.2 million square feet with 56 meeting rooms, two arenas and 300 acres of outdoor space. 

It ranks among the largest facilities in the United States and hosts the Kentucky State Fair annually, making it a proven stage for events of every size.

For What Are The Teams Competing? 

The Grand Nationals stage comes stacked with postseason opportunity, including bids to The Cheerleading Worlds and The Dance Worlds, plus bids to The Summit, The D2 Summit, The Dance Summit, The Youth Summit, The Recreational Summit, The Regional Summit and The Quest, along with Golden Tickets to The U.S. Finals.

Cheer teams also will be chasing points in The Varsity Cheer League, the official ranking system for All Star cheerleading. 

Each team's six best event scores determine its final seasonal ranking, with winners recognized across regions and divisions and champions taking home cash and prizes.

Things To Do In Louisville

The Derby City offers over 400 restaurants, museums, riverboat rides and historic sites. 

Don't leave town without trying the local specialties — a Hot Brown sandwich and a slice of Derby Pie top the list.

How To Watch The 2026 WSF Grand Nationals

The 2026 WSF Grand Nationals streams LIVE on Varsity TV on Dec. 4-6, with a rebroadcast available 24 hours after competition. 

Check the event schedule on Varsity TV for performance blocks and awards times as the weekend approaches.