Insider Info: Aloha Baltimore Showdown

Posted January 11, 2026

The 2026 Aloha Baltimore Showdown is finally here and with action taking place on Jan.11, fans won't want to miss this!

Part of the Aloha Spirit Championships, the Aloha Baltimore Showdown will see some of the best talent take the center of the mat in Baltimore, MD for a day full of action.

DI and DII all-star cheer teams will take the floor with 400 points up for grabs in The Varsity Cheer League and the hope of earning a bid to one of the many elite end-of-season competitions across the country.

All of the action from Baltimore will be streamed live on Varsity TV with coverage beginning at 8AM ET/9AM CT.

Who: All Star Cheer Teams
When: Jan. 11, 2026
Where: Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena | Baltimore, MD
Watch: Watch This Event Live on Varsity TV
Rebroadcast: The Rebroadcast is set for Jan. 12 and can be found HERE on Varsity TV.
The Varsity Cheer League: 400 points are up for grabs at The Aloha Baltimore Showdown.

About The Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena

The 2026 Aloha Baltimore Showdown are back in Baltimore, MD for another year of action!

Fans will flock to the Baltimore area for the big day and Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena for some of the elite cheer competition!

Located just outside of Baltimore, the arena is close to the Inner Harbor and just 10 short minutes away from the Baltimore/Washington International Airport.

For fans looking to call the Baltimore area home during this cheer event, the towns of Catonsville and Arbutus are going to be the best choices with plenty of options for food and lodging close to the arena.

The Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena is also home to many other events such as concerts, family shows and live theatre. The arena is also home to UMBC athletic events during the collegiate athletic seasons.

More Information About Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena:

FAQs: For all of the venues frequently asked questions, find more info here.

Parking: For more information about arena parking, please follow this link!

Where To Stay: For more information about where to stay, follow this link!

Things To Do: Looking for activities in Baltimore, follow this link for information to plan your trip.

About Baltimore, Maryland

While it may be a little chill on the East Coast this time of year, cheer fans flocking to Baltimore can still enjoy plenty of rich history and activities of all ages.

Famous for its seafood, specifically crab and seafood, foodies will love getting a taste of excellent cuisine on the harbor in Baltimore.

For those looking for a blast to the past, the Edgar Allen Poe house and the Baltimore Art Museum will provide opportunities for inside activities for those looking for a break from the cold.

People looking to explore Baltimore should visit the Visit Baltimore website.

How To Watch The 2026 Aloha Baltimore Showdown

The 2026 edition of the Aloha Baltimore Showdown will stream LIVE on Varsity TV.

Missed the Action? Watch The Rebroadcast

The rebroadcast will stream on Varsity TV on a delay of 24 hours.

Relive The Action With Varsity TV 24/7 Network

Whether you're a die-hard fan, a coach or an athlete, Varsity TV 24/7 Network brings the action of the competitive cheer and dance season straight to you—anytime, anywhere.

The always-live stream will feature all-access content and video replays hand-picked by experts on the Varsity TV team. Tune in to Varsity TV 24/7 Network live, starting on Nov. 1.

The 2026 Aloha Baltimore Showdown Award Schedule

The awards schedule from the 2026 Aloha Baltimore Showdown can be found here!

The 2026 Aloha Baltimore Showdown Performance Order

The performance order for the 2026 Aloha Baltimore Showdown can be found here!

Bids Up For Grabs At The 2026 Aloha Baltimore Showdown

12 Wild Card Bids for The Summit 2026
12 Wild Card Bids for The D2 Summit 2026
6 Wild Card Bids for The Youth Summit 2026
1 partial paid bid and 5 at-large bids to The Recreational Summit 2026
Top 3 teams in eligible divisions qualify to The Regional Summit 2026

The Varsity Cheer League

The Varsity Cheer League is the official ranking system for the sport of All Star cheerleading, changing the conversation from “Who won the weekend?” to “Who ranks at the top this season?”

Every All Star elite team in Youth, Junior and Senior divisions will be included in the Varsity Cheer League.

Team rankings are determined by the point system displayed here.

At each Varsity All Star event your team completes, your team will earn points based on the assigned event and placement point value.

At the end of the season, your six best Varsity All Star event scores will be used to calculate your final rank.

In total, 92 winners will be recognized from first to third place across each region.

One champion will be crowned in each of the five regions across the six eligible divisions and two League 6 conferences. Champions will win cash and prizes!

Click here to learn more about The Varsity Cheer League.

400 Points Up For Grabs At The 2026 Aloha Baltimore Showdown

Click here to view the full points system/breakdown.

Tune in to Varsity TV on Jan 11 to catch all of the live action from Baltimore, MD.

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