The Red, White & Roar H-Town International Lion Dance Championship 2026

On behalf of our organizing committee, it is our great honor to welcome your team to participate in The Red, White & Roar H-Town International Lion Dance Championship, taking place in Houston, Texas, USA at POST Houston, from October 16–18, 2026. This prestigious event reflects our shared commitment to promoting cultural excellence and strengthening the global lion dance community.

Event Schedule:

Friday, October 16, 2026
National Freestyle Acrobatic Jong/ High Pole Lion Dance Competition

Saturday, October 17, 2026
International Traditional Lion Dance Competition

Sunday, October 18, 2026
International Freestyle Acrobatic Jong/ High Pole Lion Dance Competition (Featuring the Top 6 National Teams and International Teams)

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  • EARLY REGISTRATION:

    Freestyle Acrobatic Jong/ High Pole: $1,000 USD - per entry

    Traditional: $800 USD - per entry

    STANDARD REGISTRATION:

    Freestyle Acrobatic Jong/ High Pole: $1,200 USD - per entry

    Traditional: $950 USD - per entry

    Teams will have 48 hours to submit payment after registering in order to secure their competition spot.
    Unpaid registrations after 48 hours will be forfeited.

  • Early Registration: June 4, 2026 at 11pm CST

    Regular Registration: August 4, 2026 at 11pm CST

  • All competitors will receive a participation trophy.

    National Freestyle Acrobatic Jong/ High Pole

    Champion: Trophy + 10 Medals + Free Lion (Courtesy of All Day Lion Dance) | $2,000 USD

    First Runner-Up: Trophy + 10 Medals | $1,500 USD

    Second Runner-Up: Trophy + 10 Medals | $1,000 USD

    Third Runner-Up: Trophy + 10 Medals | $500 USD

    International Freestyle Acrobatic Jong/ High Pole:

    Champion: Trophy + 10 Medals + Free Lion (Courtesy of All Day Lion Dance) | $2,000 USD

    First Runner-Up: Trophy + 10 Medals | $1,500 USD

    Second Runner-Up: Trophy + 10 Medals | $1,000 USD

    Third Runner-Up: Trophy + 10 Medals | $500 USD

    International Freestyle Acrobatic High Pole/Jong:

    Champion: Trophy + 10 Medals + Free Lion (Courtesy of All Day Lion Dance) | $5,000 USD

    First Runner-Up: Trophy + 10 Medals | $3,500 USD

    Second Runner-Up: Trophy + 10 Medals | $2,500 USD

    Third Runner-Up: Trophy + 10 Medals | $1,500 USD

    Favorite Drummer Award: Free pair of drum sticks courtesy of Ox Customs

  • Admission is FREE — However, you will have to pay for daily parking.

    POST | Parking Rates

  • Inside the building, guests can enjoy a vibrant food hall offering a wide variety of cuisines, drinks, alcohol, and desserts.

  • Just outside at the back loading dock, a lively vendor and night market will feature Houston specialties such as Vietnamese street food, matcha, coffee, and more. In addition, vendors will be offering lion and dragon dance equipment, merchandise, and other specialty items—creating a festive and culturally immersive experience for everyone.