Insider Info: 2026 One Up Grand Nationals

All-Star cheer and dance teams take the stage at the 2026 One Up Grand Nationals in Nashville. Performance will take place at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center from March. 27-29. 

One Up Championships is known for its one-day events and national competitions, along with the prestigious season-ending One Up Grand Nationals. 

The events feature special awards for sportsmanship and additional recognition for teams that can complete a routine without any deductions – those teams earn entry into the VIP Lounge!

Enjoy complete coverage of the event, as talented Division I and Division II All Star cheer and dance teams go head-to-head with their sights set on obtaining some of the final points to The League by Varsity All Star and a bid to one of the prestigious end-of-season championships!

• Who: All Star Cheer & Dance Teams 
• When: March 27-29, 2026 
• Where: Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center in Nashville, Tennessee
• Watch: LIVE on Varsity TV
• Rebroadcast: Watch HERE
• The League by Varsity All Star: 600 Points Up For Grabs

What To Know About The Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center

One Up Grand Nationals makes its return to the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center in Nashville, Tennessee, which is far more than just a competition venue, it’s a complete vacation destination and a great way to conveniently combine a top-tier competition with an elite vacation.  

The property includes SoundWaves, a year-round indoor aquatic park, with some outdoor features that also might be open as we transition to spring. 

Beyond the waterpark, there are activities and entertainment for the whole family, indoor atriums, a spa and fitness center, restaurants, bars, meeting space, nearly 3,000 hotel rooms and proximity to the Nashville International Airport, as well as many great Music City sights. 

Click HERE to learn everything you need to know about the facility. For directions and a complete look at the property, click HERE.

Things To Do In Nashville, Tennessee

Ahh, Music City. Doesn’t that say it all? 

The first language of Nashville, Tennessee, is music. It’s universal, beautiful and entertaining. 

The area offers countless entertainment venues, sporting events, museums, art, restaurants, music along the Honky Tonk Highway and more. 

Oh, and don’t miss the Music City Walk of Fame, the Grand Ole Opry and the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum.

See a theme? 

If tunes aren’t your thing, there’s plenty else to do – college sports, professional sports, great weather and outdoor activities, historical sights and attractions, shopping, tours and great food.

That’s right, the food scene advice again. 

Don’t miss the Nashville hot chicken, Memphis barbecue, Tennessee whiskey, fried catfish, stack cake, Moon Pie and sweet tea.

Need a car to get around Nashville? Visit Avis!

How To Watch The 2026 One Up Grand Nationals

The 2026 One Up Grand Nationals will stream LIVE on Varsity TV.

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

If you’re going to be in Nashville and want to see the event in person, click HERE for spectator and ticket information. 

The 2026 One Up Grand Nationals Results

Results for the 2026 One Up Grand Nationals can be found here.

The 2026 One Up Grand Nationals Schedule

Schedule for the 2026 One Up Grand Nationals can be found here.

Bids Up For Grabs At The 2026 One Up Grand Nationals

• 4 Paid Bids to The Cheerleading Worlds
• 8 At-Large Bids to The Cheerleading Worlds
• 3 Partially Paid Bids to The Dance Worlds
• 6 At-Large Bids to The Dance Worlds
• 3 Paid Bids to The Summit
• 4 IASF At-Large Bids to The Summit
• 7 At-Large Bids to The Summit
• 3 Paid Bids to The Dance Summit
• 12 At-Large Bids to The Dance Summit
• Base Camp Bids to The Dance Summit
• 3 Paid Bids to The D2 Summit
• 7 At-Large Bids to The D2 Summit
• 1 Paid Bid to The Youth Summit
• 4 At-Large Bids to The Youth Summit
• 2 Paid Bids to The Regional Summit 
• 5 At-Large Bids to The Recreational Summit
• Golden Tickets to The U.S. Finals

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 points system displayed here. At each Varsity All Star event your team competes, 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, 128 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 eight eligible divisions and two League 6 conferences, meaning 42 championships will be awarded in total. Champions will win cash and prizes!

Click here to learn more about The League by Varsity All Star.

600 Points Up For Grabs In Nashville

Click here to view the full points system/breakdown.

Tune in to Varsity TV from March 27-29 to watch all the action live from the 2026 One Up Grand Nationals in Nashville, Tennessee.

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