Registration
Register within the published entry window. Contact the organizing team for the official registration process.
International Mongolian Dance Competition
The Wonder of Mongolian Dance
The Wonder of Mongolian Dance · Celebrating Mongolian dance and passing our cultural heritage to the next generation, wherever they call home.
A stage for our heritage.
The competition brings together children, students, young people, and adults to promote Mongolian dance and culture internationally, with a particular connection to Mongolian communities living abroad.
Participants compete in solo, duet, small ensemble, or group categories, within the published age divisions. All entrants must read and follow the competition guidelines.
Your path to the stageThree rounds.
Three rounds.
One shared celebration.
Round 1 · Online
Submit a high-resolution performance video through a YouTube link, with properly licensed music. The organizing committee and professional judges select the next round.
Rounds 2 & 3 · Live
Qualifying dancers attend the elimination round in the Chicago area. Three finalists remain in each category and compete for the prizes at the evening gala.
The registration and video deadlines are reproduced as published; the source does not specify their year. Confirm the applicable entry cycle with the organizing team.
Dance together. Stand apart.
Categories & divisions.
Solo
One performer
Duet
Two performers
Small ensemble
3–4 performers
Group
More than 6 performers, as stated in the source rules
The published divisions overlap at age 12 and leave age 18 and ensembles of 5–6 performers unclear. Please confirm placement with the organizers before entering.
Dance disciplinesTraditional
Contemporary
Mongolian stage
Traditional
Biyelgee
Traditional Biyelgee
Contemporary
Mongolian dance
Contemporary Mongolian dance
Mongolian stage
folk repertoire
Beloved works including Jalam Khar, Aduuchin, Khuduu Nutgiin Zaluus, and Mongolian dance suites.
Before you enterRules, recognition,
Rules, recognition,
and the details that matter.
Performance time limits
| Category as published | Maximum time |
|---|---|
| Solo | 2 minutes 30 seconds |
| Small ensemble — first listed entry | 2 minutes 30 seconds |
| Small ensemble — second listed entry | 3 minutes |
| Group | 3 minutes |
The source lists small ensemble twice and gives no separate duet limit. Confirm duet and small ensemble timing with the organizers before preparing your entry.
Costumes, music & video requirements
- Performances must not exceed the permitted category duration.
- Wear traditional-style costumes appropriate to the performance.
- Use music and sound recordings with the required rights and authorization.
- Provide a high-resolution video that meets the competition’s recording standards.
- Upload the video to YouTube and provide its link with the authorized music materials by November 20.
Contact the organizing team for the submission destination and detailed recording specifications.
Judging & advancement
The MGL Precious Entertainment organizing team coordinates the competition. Judges include distinguished dance professionals, doctoral researchers, choreographers, teachers, and coaches.
Round 1 is judged from video submissions. Selected entrants must attend Round 2 in person on January 9, 2027. The elimination process leaves three finalists in each category. They perform at the evening gala in Round 3 to compete for the prize places.
Prizes & special recognition
First, second, and third-place prizes are awarded in each category, including trophies, certificates, medals, and cash awards.
Special recognition is planned for outstanding choreographers, dance teachers and coaches, and dance studios, including a Grand Prix / traveling trophy.
The live stageHarper College
Harper College
Performing Arts Center
January 9, 2027 · 9 AM–9 PM
Rounds 2 and 3, including the evening gala.