The Best Seasons of 'Dance Moms'

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Vote up the best seasons of Dance Moms.

We're ranking the best seasons of Dance Moms, with the help of your votes. You certainly can't argue that this show isn't entertaining - between the constant bickering and drama, there's really never a dull moment. The earlier seasons of Dance Moms took place in Pittsburgh, but in 2015 the location changed to Los Angeles. It's hard to argue that Dance Moms isn't an amazing show, but which season is your favorite? Whether you liked the earlier seasons or the most recent one, vote up your top Dance Moms seasons and downvote any that you felt were a little dry.

This isn't necessarily a show you have to watch chronologically, so if you're new to the series, use this poll as a guide to the best Dance Moms season you should start with. When Dance Moms Season 6 ends, we'll add it so that it can be compared to the first five seasons.


  • Dance Moms - Season 2
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    1
    402 VOTES

    Dance Moms - Season 2

    The second season of Dance Moms premiered on January 10, 2012, and contains 28 episodes. This season follows the Chloe's appearance in the music video as more dancers join the team.

    This season features several unforgettable episodes including: "Everyone's Replaceable," "Miami Heat Wave," and "Nationals 90210."

    Memorable moments from Season 2 include:

    • Vivi-Anne is replaced by Kendall.
    • Maddie runs off stage after forgetting a routine.
    • The ALDC rocks Nationals.
    402 votes
  • Dance Moms - Season 4
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    2
    335 VOTES

    Dance Moms - Season 4

    The fourth season of Dance Moms premiered on January 1, 2014, and contains 32 episodes. This season finds Abby searching for new dancers to join the team.

    This season features several unforgettable episodes including: "Two Can Play This Game," "No Solo for You," and "Another One Bites the Dust."

    Memorable moments from Season 4 include:

    • Abby auditions new dancers.
    • Kira and Kalani join the team.
    • Nia wins first place.
    335 votes
  • Dance Moms - Season 3
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    3
    365 VOTES

    Dance Moms - Season 3

    The third season of Dance Moms premiered on January 1, 2013, and contains 38 episodes. This season finds the moms rallying to get Brooke and Paige to return to the ALDC.

    This season features several unforgettable episodes including: "The Beginning of the End," "You've Been Unfriended," and "The Big, Not So, Easy."

    Memorable moments from Season 3 include:

    • The mothers stage a protest to get Kelly to return.
    • Abby's dog dies.
    • Maddie is featured in Dance Spirit Magazine.
    365 votes
  • Dance Moms - Season 1
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    4
    314 VOTES

    Dance Moms - Season 1

    The first season of Dance Moms premiered on July 13, 2011, and contains 13 episodes. This season introduces viewers to Abby Lee Miller, her dancers, and their moms.

    This season features several unforgettable episodes including: "The Competition Begins," "She's a Fighter," and "There's Only One Star."

    Memorable moments from Season 1 include:

    • The girls compete in Nationals.
    • The dancers invoke the seven deadly sins.
    • The ALDC appears in a music video.
    314 votes
  • Dance Moms - Season 5
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    5
    299 VOTES

    Dance Moms - Season 5

    The fifth season of Dance Moms premiered on January 6, 2015, and contains 32 episodes. This season finds the team adjusting to Chloe and Christi quitting.

    This season features several unforgettable episodes including: "Abby Got Served," "JoJo with a Bow Bow," and "Nia Risks It All."

    Memorable moments from Season 5 include:

    • Kalani and Kira replace Chloe and Christi.
    • The ALDC goes to Los Angeles.
    • Holly blows up on Abby.
    299 votes
  • Dance Moms - Season 6
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    124 VOTES

    Dance Moms - Season 6

    The sixth season of Dance Moms premiered on January 5, 2016, and contains 33 episodes. This season finds Maddie and Mackenzie leaving the ALDC.

    This season features several unforgettable episodes including: "One Last Dance," "Hello and Goodbye," and "Two Teams, Two Studios Part 2."

    Memorable moments from Season 6 include:

    • Maddie wins her division before she and Mackenzie leave.
    • The dancers pay tribute to Mohammed Ali.
    • Peyton switches to Erin's team.
    124 votes