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 Dance registration is open and Music registration will open on Monday, December 1st at 9AM.
Stay tuned for full details and entry guidelines as we prepare for another inspiring year at the Central Okanagan Performing Arts Festival.
Dance Registration
Welcome to the Dance Discipline registration hub. Everything you need to prepare for COPAF 2026 is here, from the official syllabus and rules to the grading rubric and help resources.
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 opens Monday, December 1 at 9:00 AM.
Check back here for everything you’ll need to prepare for COPAF 2026 — including the official syllabus, rules and regulations, grading rubric, and helpful registration resources.