Toastmasters Contests
Contests are a Toastmasters tradition. Contests allow Toastmasters to use the skills they've learned in their clubs both in communication and leadership. They're also a learning experience themselves. Finally, they're always a lot of FUN! Whether you're a contestant, an official, a volunteer or visiting us for the first time, we know you'll have a good time. ​Find an event to compete in, volunteer or attend as an audience member in the calendar further down on this page or click here.​
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The District 55 2026 Contest Types Are:
​International Speech and Evaluations
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Deadlines:
​Club Contests must complete by 2 weeks prior to Area Contests.
In 2026 Club Contests have to be complete by 14th of February.
Area Contests complete by 2-4 weeks prior to Division Contests.
In 2026 Area Contests have to be complete by 16th of April.
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Division Contests complete by 2-4 weeks before District Contests. In 2026, Division Contests have to be complete by 30th of April.
The District Competitions will take place at the District Conference May 29-31.
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​​Area, Division, & District Contests will be held IN-PERSON only. Club contest formats are determined by the club (can be virtual, hybrid, or in-person).
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Upcoming Training and Contests
February 2026
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Feb 21 (Sat) - Area H41 - 9:00 AM-12:00 PM - Morningside at Menger Springs Independent Living, 1100 Grand Blvd., Boerne, TX 78006
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Feb 21 (Sat) - Area G35 - 12:00 PM-3:00 PM - College of Health Care Professions, 1917 W. Nolana Ave., Ste.100, McAllen, TX 78504
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Feb 28 (Sat) - Areas G31 & G32 Joint Contest - 9:00 AM-12:00 PM - Capital Group, 3500 Wiseman Blvd., San Antonio, TX 78251
March 2026
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Mar 7 (Sat) - Area I54 - 10:00 AM-12:00 PM - Pleasant Hill Library, 211 E. William Cannon Dr., Austin, TX 78745
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Mar 7 (Sat) - Area K71 - 9:00 AM-12:00 PM - Milestone Memories & Events, Killeen, TX
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Mar 8 (Sun) - Area I52 - 1:00 PM-4:00 PM - Manchaca Baptist Church, 1215 FM 1626, Manchaca, TX 78652
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Mar 15 (Sun) - Area H44 - 2:00 PM-4:00 PM - Shriner Auditorium, 901 N. Loop 1604 W., San Antonio, TX 78232
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Mar 16 (Mon) - Area K73 - 11:00 AM-3:00 PM - Austin Public Libraries, John Gillum Branch, 2505 Steck Ave., Austin, TX
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Mar 19 (Thu) - Areas H43 & H45 Joint Contest - 6:00 PM-8:00 PM - RBFCU Auditorium, 1 IKEA-RBFCU Pkwy, Live Oak, TX 78233
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Mar 20 (Fri) - Area G34 - 6:00 PM-8:00 PM - First Presbyterian Church anticipated
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Mar 21 (Sat) - Areas J61 & J62 Joint Contest - 11:00 AM-2:00 PM - Austin Public Library - Menchaca Branch, 5500 Menchaca Rd., Austin, TX 78745
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Mar 21 (Sat) - Areas K72 & K74 Joint Contest - 12:00 PM-4:00 PM - Cedar Park Recreation Center, 1435 Main Street, Cedar Park, Texas 78613
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Mar 27 (Fri) - Area J65 - 6:00 PM-8:00 PM - Round Rock Public Library, 200 E. Liberty St., Round Rock, TX
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Mar 28 (Sat) - Areas J63 & J64 Joint Contest - 12:00 PM-4:00 PM - Austin Public Library - Menchaca Branch, 5500 Menchaca Rd., Austin, TX 78745
April 2026
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Apr 2 (Thur) - Division H Contest - 6:00 PM-8:00 PM - RBFCU Insurance Agency, 1 IKEA-RBFCU Pkwy, Live Oak, TX 78233
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Apr 11 (Sat) - Area I53 - 12:30PM-3:30 PM - Buda Public Library, 405 E. Loop St., Buda, TX 78610
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Apr 11 (Sat) - Division G Contest - 11:00 AM - Pharr Memorial Library,121 E Cherokee Ave, Pharr, TX 78577
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Apr 18 (Sat) - Division K Contest - 11:00 AM - Dolce Koinonia, 1215 Leander Road, Georgetown, TX 78628
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Apr 25 (Sat) - Division I Contest - 11:00 AM - Austin Public Library - Menchaca Branch, 5500 Menchaca Rd., Austin, TX 78745
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Apr 25 (Sat) - Division J Contest - 11:00 AM - Carver Library, 1161 Angelina St., Austin, TX 78702
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Champions Speak: Ignite Your Contest Spirit!
This is an unforgettable panel with 2024 World Champion of Public Speaking Luisa Montalvo, 2021 Semifinalist Lisa Traugott, & 2025 District Champion Amy Samet, moderated by Bart Loeser, DTM. Each Champion delivers a powerful message designed to ignite your confidence, refuel your purpose, and reconnect you with the thrill of competition.