Dance Mom Checklist: How I Stay Organized During Recital Week

Recital week is one of those times that feels exciting, emotional, and completely overwhelming all at once. Between costumes, shoes, hair requirements, call times, and everything else life already has going on, it’s easy to feel like you’re constantly worried about forgetting something.

After a few recital seasons, I realized I needed a simple system to keep everything in one place. Not something complicated — just a clear, realistic checklist that actually works for busy dance moms. That’s exactly why I created my Dance Mom Checklist.

This checklist helps break recital prep into manageable sections so you’re not scrambling at the last minute. It’s designed to walk you through what needs to be done before recital week, what to pack, and what to remember on performance day — all in one easy-to-follow format.

What’s Included in the Dance Mom Checklist

The full Dance Mom Checklist includes sections for:

• Before recital week preparation

• Dance bag essentials

• Hair and makeup supplies

• Performance day must-haves

• After recital reset

Each section is laid out clearly so you can check things off as you go and feel confident that nothing is being missed.

Free Download:

Dance Mom Checklist (First Page)

To help make recital week a little easier, I’m offering the first page of the Dance Mom Checklist as a free download.

This page focuses on Before Recital Week prep, helping you get organized ahead of time so the week itself feels calmer and more manageable.

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If you find the free page helpful and want everything in one place, the full Dance Mom Checklist includes all sections needed for recital week and performance day. It’s perfect for printing or using digitally and works for both recitals and competitions.

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🩰 Final Thoughts

Recital week will probably always be a little chaotic — but having a plan makes a huge difference. My hope is that this checklist helps you feel more prepared, less stressed, and able to fully enjoy watching your dancer shine on stage.

If you download the free page, I’d love to hear if it helped you! And if you’re in the thick of recital week right now, know that you’re doing an amazing job.