Insider Info: 2021 Nation's Choice Dekalb

Posted November 11, 2021

All star cheer and dance is back and taking over Northern Illinois University in Dekalb, Illinois for the 2021 Nation's Choice Dekalb Dance Grand Nationals and Cheer Challenge! Some of your favorite teams representing Wisconsin and Illinois will be competing, and you won’t want to miss any of the action!

Who: All Star Dancers and Cheerleaders

When: November 12-14, 2021

Where: Northern Illinois University in Dekalb, Illinois

Watch: LIVE on Varsity TV

Venue Insider

The 2021 Nation's Choice Dekalb Dance Grand Nationals and Cheer Challenge will be held at Northern Illinois University in Dekalb, Illinois. Located just 65 miles West of Chicago, Dekalb is an urban town with tons to do and see! Northern Illinois University offers 765 acres of an eclectic mix of architecture and beautiful natural spaces. It is located at 200 Carroll Ave , off Annie Glidden Road. Click here for detailed maps, directions, and parking information.

Looking for something to do after you compete? Check out some of the many things to do in Dekalb from dining, events, and shopping!

The 2021 Nation's Choice Dekalb Dance Grand Nationals and Cheer Challenge is bringing top teams the opportunity to bring home bids to The Summit, The D2 Summit, The Regional Summit, The U.S. Finals, and The Quest!

Bids Up For Grabs At Nation's Choice Dekalb

The Summit Bids – 2 Wild Card
The D2 Summit Bids – 2 Wild Card
The Regional Summit Bids – 3 Partial-Paid Bids for D1 & D2 Divisions
The U.S. Finals – Golden Tickets
The Quest

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2021 Nation's Choice Dekalb Dance Grand Nationals and Cheer Challenge

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