The Quartet Finals draw for order of appearance will take place at the conclusion of the Quartet Semifinals on Wednesday, October 28.

The Chorus Finals draw for order of appearance will take place at the conclusion of the Chorus Semifinals on Thursday, October 29.

We’ve partnered with "Who’s Up?" to bring you real-time competition updates so you don’t miss a single note!

Add the "Who’s Up?" icon to your home screen for quick access:

• Go to whosup.live/columbus26 on your cell phone. 
• Add the "Who’s Up?" icon to your Home Screen
• iPhone/iPad: Open in Safari   Tap "Share"   Tap "Add to Home Screen"
• Android: Open in Chrome    Tap "menu (⋮)"   Tap "Add to Home Screen" 

Notes of Gratitude: Thank you to Michael Black & his dedicated team for working with us to bring real-time updates!

• Track live schedules & onstage times 
• Star your favorite competitors & get instant alerts 
• Save your performance notes 
• Access the competition webcast 
• Make direct donations to support our mission

Pre-Registration is now closed: AEPs cannot be purchased online or through mail. Refunds and transfers are no longer available.

Still need to register? You can purchase your AEP on-site at the Registration Desk.

All-Events Passes (name badges) are not mailed: Competing chorus members receive theirs through their chorus contact, while individual and group contacts pick them up on-site at Will Call. 

All-Events Pass (AEP): Admission to all competition shows, including Harmony Classic, Quartet Semifinals, Chorus Semifinals, Quartet Finals, and Chorus Finals, as well as all education classes. All competitors must purchase an AEP to compete on stage.

Kick off International Convention Week on a high note with unforgettable education!

Arrive early and dive into an exciting lineup of classes designed to energize, inspire, and connect you. Begin the week by learning alongside your favorite people!

As the week unfolds... You’ll have the opportunity to learn from 2025 International Champion Quartet, Clever Girl, and 2026 International Champion Toast of Tampa Show Chorus as they share their expertise, artistry, and passion. 

It’s all included with your All-Events Pass.

Enter for a chance to win a Quartet Coaching Under Glass session! To be eligible:

• Your quartet must be non-competing.
• All four members must be present for the coaching session.
• Coaching Session Time: Monday, October 26, 2026 | 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

Explore a wide selection of merch and products from your favorite vendors. Visit SingUnited International Sales for brand-new SingUnited merch alongside vintage Sweet Adelines favorites.

Convention Pickup: If you ordered apparel by the October 1 deadline and selected “Pick Up at Convention” at checkout, bring your order confirmation email to International Sales in the AcaShop to collect your order. All orders must be picked up by noon on Friday, October 30. If someone else is picking up your order, they must present your order confirmation email.

It's all at the AcaShop!

We’re adding special events throughout the week for a curated shopping experience—perfect for connecting, browsing, and celebrating what we love: singing together!

Sip n' Shop Events

• Monday: 4–7 PM (following the Crown Reveal)
• Thursday: 1:30 –4 PM 
• Saturday: 8:30–10:30 AM

AcaShop Hours of Operation

• Monday: 2–7 PM
• Tuesday: 9 AM–7 PM
• Wednesday: 9 AM–7 PM
• Thursday: 9 AM–7 PM
• Friday: 9 AM–4 PM
• Saturday: 8:30 AM–2 PM

Special thanks to our Gold sponsors: Gold Medal Ideas and Unique Fashions

Thank you to our Silver sponsors: Beads N More, Lady Jayne, Ltd., and Mark Enterprises

Check out the stores featured in the AcaShop!

A Charming Affair: Fashion Clothing for a carefree world: Tops, cardigans, jackets, coats, skirts, accessories and snap bead jewelry.

Beads N More: A locally owned and operated beading and jewelry shop in Chatham, Illinois. We offer a large selection of beading supplies and an eccentric mix of beads. Our selection includes, but is not limited to, Swarovski crystals in a large selection of colors, sterling silver, gold filled, plated metals semi-precious stones and a multitude of fun glass beads. www.beadsnmoreil.com

Color Street: A beauty brand built on innovation, we revolutionized how people do their nails with 100% real nail polish strips that take the hassle, dry time, and mess out of manicures.  Each strip is formulated with a base, color, and topcoat for a salon-quality manicure in minutes. See Facebook Page!

GL Creations: Handmade one-of-a-kind fabric purses and accessories, made by Mother and Daughter.  

Gold Medal Ideas: Offers the largest selection of music themed apparel and accessories.  We work with choruses and quartets on name tags and casual costumes. Available to you all year round!

L’Paige Lipstick/Elite Cosmetics

Mark Enterprises: Liquid insoles for foot and back pain. Great for people who are on their feet all day.

Pearls with Purpose: Find a beautiful, one-of-a-kind gift while making a meaningful difference! Every purchase of finely crafted jewelry helps provide women in developing countries with opportunities to earn a living and support themselves and their families. Discover thoughtfully designed pieces featuring Grade-A South Sea Pearls, Austrian Swarovski Crystals, Larimar, semi-precious gemstones, sterling silver, and stainless steel. Visit the Pearls with Purpose website to learn more.

SeneGence: Renowned for its long-lasting abilities, LipSense® provides up to 18 hours of pigment in over 50 waterproof, smudge-proof, and kiss-proof shades. SeneGence also boasts a comprehensive line of long-lasting, anti-aging cosmetics and skincare products tailored to various skin types. Visit the SeneGence website to learn more.

The Silver Lady II: Private collection of handcrafted silver jewelry from Taxco, Thailand, and Bali.  

Ultimate Creations/Infinite Aloe: “Infinite Aloe is natural, simple, skin care that uses quality ingredients and 100% organic aloe vera to create effective lightweight formulas that keep your skin hydrated, soft, and healthy.” Find out more! 

Unique Fashions: Bling shirts, t-shirts, jackets, hats, handbags & accessories.

Enjoy harmony & hospitality at our Sip n’ Shop events inside the AcaShop!

Event Highlights

• Cocktail Bar Available
• Vendor Giveaways: Enter drawings at participating vendor booths to win exclusive prizes only during this event.
• Live Tag Singing: Grab some friends, pick a part, and ring some chords at our tag singing station.

Sip n' Shop Hours

• Monday: 4–7 PM (following the Crown Reveal)
• Thursday: 1:30 –4 PM 
• Saturday: 8:30–10:30 AM

Dance the night away with a DJ spinning your favorite hits from the ’80s and ’90s!

Saturday, October 31: 7-9 PM in Pheoris West at the Hilton

• '80s and '90s costumes are optional...but encouraged!
• Cash bars will be available.

Then, keep the fun going! The Coronet Clubhouse will follow from 9:30 PM to midnight.

Suite Hours: Friday 11 AM–4:30 PM & Saturday Noon–4 PM

By invitation only: Overtone Society member donors at the Benefactor Circle level and above are invited to the Donor Suite at the International Convention.

Learn more about The Overtone Society

Thank you for signing up to join our 2026 Convention Volunteer Team!

• If you missed the Sept. 6 sign-up deadline, you can still email us, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your request: volunteer@singunited.org 
• If you’ve already signed up, volunteer assignments will be sent the week of Oct. 12. We’ll also include detailed information about where to meet for the volunteer briefing on Tuesday, Oct. 27, from 2:30-3:30 PM.
• As a thank-you for your time, volunteers who complete at least six hours of service on the 2026 Volunteer Team will receive a discount on their All-Events Pass to the 2027 SingUnited International Convention & Competition in Seattle, WA, USA.

City & Venue Parking

Parking at the Greater Columbus Convention Center is plentiful and available for daily reservations.

• Parking can be reserved in advance: Reserve Convention Center Parking
• Additional parking information is available: Columbus Convention Center Parking Information
• For specific questions regarding Convention Center parking, call 1-614-827-2500. 
• View a map of all parking garages: Convention Center Parking Map

Airport

John Glenn Columbus International Airport
4600 International Gateway
Columbus, Ohio 43219
1-614-239-4000 

Website: John Glenn Columbus International Airport

Flight Discouts available through Southwest Airlines

Rentals

There are nine car rental companies onsite. 

• At CMH, follow the purple signs to the arrivals curb where you’ll catch a quick shuttle to the rental car center. 
• Shuttles operate 24/7.

Ride Shares & Taxis

Rideshare pickup services such as Uber and Lyft are available. 

• After claiming your luggage and reserving your ride, proceed to the arrivals level (Level 1 of the terminal), cross Arrivals Drive to the ground transportation area, and wait between the designated columns to the right.
• Taxis are available on the ground transportation level. For questions, contact the airport’s Taxi Management team at 614.239.TAXI (8294).

Shuttle Discount

Book a shuttle or car through SuperShuttle using discount code GR2026.

This is a fully cashless event—card payments only.

All transactions throughout the venue require a credit or debit card, including:

• Registration
• AcaShop
• GCCC

Please plan accordingly—no cash will be accepted!

ATM machines are available in the hotels and at the GCCC for your convenience.