Deluxe King Room
RM 375 / night
- Up to 2 guests
- Breakfast included
Penang · Malaysia · 2027
An international dance competition on the waterfront of Penang — staged at PWCC, the island's newest convention centre, with the Penang Bridge as its backdrop.
- When11–13 March 2027
- WherePWCC, PenangPenang Waterfront Convention Centre
- Top prizeUSD 1,500Prize Money
- Official hotelShō HotelFrom RM 375 / night · 3 min to venue
Entries online
Choose your entry
Register online in a few minutes. Our team confirms every entry personally by email.
Prize money
Dance for the cup. Compete for the prize.
Up to USD 1,500 for the winners of the Professional and Amateur Open, plus prize money in the Asia Closed and Elite Solo Open categories — Ballroom and Latin.
The venue
Modern. Waterfront. International.
Opened in October 2025, the Penang Waterfront Convention Centre (PWCC) is one of Penang's newest and most modern event venues — set within The Light City, directly on the waterfront, with panoramic views towards the iconic Penang Bridge.
- OpenedOctober 2025
- LocationThe Light City, Penang waterfront
- AccessClose to Penang International Airport, George Town and the Penang Bridge
Official hotel
Your home for the Penang World Dance Cup
Shō Hotel Penang offers modern, comfortable rooms in a relaxed, contemporary setting — an ideal base for competitors, coaches and guests.
3Only 3 minutes by car to PWCC
Deluxe Room · 2 Queen Beds
RM 580 / night
- Up to 4 guests
- Breakfast included
Special offer for PWDC participants, only through direct booking — contact@penangworlddancecup.com or our WhatsApp / WeChat.
Coming next
The rest of the programme
A UNESCO-listed old town, legendary street food and warm tropical evenings. Penang is easy to reach from Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Bangkok and the rest of Asia. Travel to Penang
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Judges
An international panel of adjudicators will be announced here.
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11–12 March 2027
Training Camps
Train with the Best. Dance with the Best.
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RM 150+
Evening Gala
The highlight of the day at PWCC — the finals of the most important categories, including Professionals and Amateurs, in a gala atmosphere, with an 8-course Chinese dinner for VIP guests.
Read moreWhere does the competition take place?
At the Penang Waterfront Convention Centre (PWCC) in The Light City, directly on the Penang waterfront, close to Penang International Airport, George Town and the Penang Bridge.
When is the Penang World Dance Cup 2027?
11–13 March 2027: the official PWDC Training Camps run on 11–12 March at Aik Hua Performance Hall and the competition takes place on 13 March 2027 at PWCC, Penang. The entry deadline is 13 February 2027.
What are the entry fees?
Fees depend on the category — e.g. Professional / Amateur Open USD 270 for overseas couples (RM 600 for Malaysians) for the first event, and USD 50 / RM 160 for the first dance in per-dance Solo and Beginner events. See the full list on the Categories & Entry Fees page.
Are there training camps?
Yes — two camps on 11–12 March 2027 at Aik Hua Performance Hall, Penang: the Master Dance Camp for advanced and Open-level dancers, and the Elite Youth Camp for children and young dancers. Early Bird prices apply to registrations made before 31 December 2026.
How do I enter?
Online, through the Solo Registration or Couples / Pro-Am Registration form. Our team confirms every entry personally by email, together with fees and payment details.
Penang · Malaysia
See you on the floor in Penang
Entries are open online. Questions about categories, hotel or travel? Our team answers by email, WhatsApp and WeChat.
