The IFDA National Championship

October 22-24, 2026

Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, Orlando, FL

IFDA National Championship Schedule

*Schedule as of 6/15/2026. Schedule subject to change.

Thursday, October 22

All competitors and judges should arrive by 4:00 PM on Thursday, October 22 to allow enough time to check-in, pick up registration materials and arrive to the Orientations and Exams on time.

8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Registration

4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Warehouse Competitor Skills Check

4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Transportation Vehicle Familiarization

4:30 PM – 6:00 PM

Orientations: Transportation & Warehouse

6:00 PM – 6:30 PM

Judge Orientations

6:30 PM – 8:00 PM

Written Exam: Transportation & Warehouse

7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Family Orientation

Friday, October 23

5:30 AM – 5:45 AM

Competitors and Judges Bus Loading

6:00 AM – 7:00 AM

Guest Breakfast

6:30 AM – 7:15 AM

Competitors & Judges Breakfast

7:00 AM – 7:15 AM

Guest Bus Loading

7:15 AM – 8:00 AM

Competitor/Judges Course Walkthrough

8:15 AM – 8:30 AM

Opening Ceremony

8:45 AM – 3:00 PM

Competitions & Family Activities

Saturday, October 24

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Reception & Photos with Disney Characters

6:00 PM – 6:30 PM

Banquet Seating (Doors Open)

6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Banquet