50th Anniversary State Thespian Festival
November 18–19, 2026 | Phoenix Convention Center
Plan Your Festival Experience
With performances, workshops, competitions, college and exhibitor opportunities, and special 50th Anniversary events happening throughout the festival, there’s a lot to experience. The official 2026 Festival Program and detailed schedule will be released closer to the event.
SAMPLE FESTIVAL SCHEDULE
The schedule below is provided to help schools plan for the festival. Times and activities are examples and are subject to change.
| WEDNESDAY — NOV. 18 | |
|---|---|
| Morning | Registration & Festival Check-In |
| Morning | Opening Events |
| Throughout the Day | Workshops & Educational Sessions |
| Throughout the Day | Individual Events / Competitions |
| Throughout the Day | College & Exhibitor Hall |
| Afternoon | Mainstage & Featured Performances |
| Evening | Festival Events & 50th Anniversary Activities |
| THURSDAY — NOV. 19 | |
|---|---|
| Morning | Festival Activities Resume |
| Throughout the Day | Workshops & Educational Sessions |
| Throughout the Day | Individual Events / Competitions |
| Throughout the Day | College & Exhibitor Hall |
| Afternoon | Mainstage & Featured Performances |
| Late Afternoon | Closing Celebration & Awards |
COMING SOON
2026 OFFICIAL FESTIVAL PROGRAM
The complete festival program will include workshop descriptions, performance schedules, competition information, maps, special events, and more.
Official Program — Coming Soon
Detailed Schedule — Coming Soon