# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Dancing for Special Stars 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 16 Apr, 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: “Dancing for Special Stars” is a dance contest patterned after the hit television program “Dancing with the Stars.” This event is a fundraiser for Special Olympics North Dakota (SOND) held in Grand Forks and will feature area celebrities paired with local dance instructors. Each couple performs a dance of their choice. The dance team with most votes (from donations, audience votes from tickets received with admission ticket-30 points, judges’ scores) wins the competition. Audience members can also buy additional points at the event for $1 per point to go to their favorite dance couple(s).

Support your favorite dance couple here: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/26DFSSGF

This is the 16th annual Dancing for Special Stars Event in Grand Forks. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. and the show will begin at 7:00 p.m.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/grand-forks/dancing-for-special-stars-2026/200029747980647
- **Event Categories**: contests, nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 288

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Grand Forks
- **state**: ND
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Chester Fritz Auditorium
- **lat**: 47.9216
- **long**: -97.0788
- **full address**: Chester Fritz Auditorium, 3475 University Ave, Grand Forks, ND 58202, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Dancing for Special Stars 2026
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/fc3a232b5809b7544196cacd4124541c55f98a46464844b40bbd286fe6e16c4f-rimg-w1200-h527-dca94943-gmir?v=1775554076

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Dancing for Special Stars 2026 being held?
  - **A:** Dancing for Special Stars 2026 takes place on Thu, 16 Apr, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Thu, 16 Apr, 2026 at 07:00 pm at Chester Fritz Auditorium, 3475 University Ave, Grand Forks, ND 58202, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Dancing for Special Stars 2026?
  - **A:** Dancing for Special Stars 2026 is organized by Special Olympics North Dakota.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Dancing for Special Stars 2026 is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Grand Forks, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 280+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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