Pre-selection
The online application for HIBC 2026 is open from 1.11.2025 9 AM to 31.1.2026 23:59 PM
Applicants for the competition are required to submit a video recording, a photo and a signed relase form.. You also have to pay the application fee of EUR 100 which is non-refundable.
The selection will be primarily conducted by video auditioning.
Get to know the jury, prizes, schedule and the rules.
Dancer chosen from the pre-selection
Selected participants will be announced by 15 February 2026.
Dancers selected for the competition will be sent a link through which the dancer confirms their participation by March 31.
At the same time, the dancer will declare their program, provide the music recordings for the competition numbers, and pay the participation fee of €200. The fee is non-refundable.
When registering for the competition, the dancer undertakes to comply with the competition rules, performance regulations and the jury’s decisions. Registration for the competition also means an assurance that the dancer has no other professional obligations during the competition.
Competition categories
Juniors, aged 15‒18 years when the Competition begins on 27.5.2026
Young professionals, aged 19-21 years when the Competition begins on 27.5.2026
Seniors, aged 22‒25 years when the Competition begins on 27.5.2026
Accommodation and travel of competitors
Competitors and their partners shall be provided with free hotel accommodation in shared twin rooms. Competitors shall be liable for the arranging and cost of their travel to and from Helsinki. Competitors who require a visa in order to enter Finland shall themselves be responsible for obtaining such a visa.
We provide competitors hotel accommodation (in twin/double rooms) close to the competition venue for the duration of the competition 27.5‒6.6.2026, as well as daily training classes
More information: info@ibchelsinki.fi
Changes are possible.