Dance: March 2nd – 7th
Voice: April 7th – 9th
Piano: April 15th – 17th
Strings: April 20th – 22nd
Gala: May 15th
Registration
We’re pleased to announce that both Dance and Music registration is open!
Dance Registration
Welcome to the Dance Discipline Registration Hub! Everything you need for COPAF 2026 is right here — the official syllabus, rules, grading rubric, and support resources.
Registration closes February 1, 2026.
Spots fill quickly every year, and space is limited.
If you plan to dance, now is the time.
Register today and secure your place on the 2026 stage.
Ready to Register?
Registration for the 2026 Dance discipline is now open!
Review the syllabus, confirm your categories, and submit your entries online through Dance Comp Genie.
Syllabus & Categories
Review categories and entry requirements.
The syllabus outlines eligible categories, time limits, fees and adjudication requirements for Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Contemporary, Lyrical, Hip Hop, and more. Review both the COPAF and PABC syllabi to ensure your selections meet festival standards.
Rules & Regulations
Before You Register
Before registering, please review the official Festival Rules & Guidelines. This document applies to all participants and includes important information about eligibility, registration procedures, performance expectations, adjudication, awards, and festival conduct.
Dance Rubric – Grading
| High Gold: 95% & over |
| Gold: 90% – 94% |
| Silver: 85 – 89% |
| Bronze: 80 – 84% |
| Merit: 79% & below |
Need Help Registering?
New to COPAF or need a refresher? Our step-by-step infographic walks dancers, teachers, and studios through the entire process — from creating an account to submitting entries.
We use Dance Comp Genie for registration. If you’ve registered with us before, your account is still active. Simply log in and update your details for 2026.
Music Registration
Welcome to the Music Discipline Registration Hub!
Registration for COPAF 2026 is now open.
Here, you’ll find everything you need to get ready for the festival — the official syllabus, rules, grading rubric, and support resources.
Registration closes February 15, 2026.
Spots fill quickly across all categories.
Don’t wait — register now and secure your place in COPAF 2026.
Ready to Register?
Registration for the 2026 all Music disciplines are now open!
Review the syllabus, confirm your categories, and submit your entries online.
Rules & Regulations
Before You Register
Before registering, please review the official Festival Rules & Guidelines. This document applies to all participants and includes important information about eligibility, registration procedures, performance expectations, adjudication, awards, and festival conduct.
Instrumental & Voice Rubric
| High Gold: 95% & over |
| Gold: 88% – 94% |
| Silver: 84 – 87% |
| Bronze: 80 – 83% |
| Merit: 79% & below |
Need Help Registering?
New to COPAF or need a refresher? Email your questions to info@copafestival.com
We use Music Festival Registration (formally Edis) for registration. If you’ve registered with us before, your account is still active. Simply log in and update your details for 2026.