Battles, cyphers, and freestyle — where the street takes the stage

Spot Session | August 28, 29 and 31, 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Freestyle Stage, Esplanade de la Place des Arts 

Whether you're a dancer or just curious, come experience a freestyle street dance session right at the heart of the action! 

Prelims Breaking | August 28, 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.  
Main Stage, Esplanade de la Place des Arts  

Come and see the pre-selection battle for dancers wishing to take part in the JOAT BREAKING Battle. 

Prelims Hip-Hop | August 29, 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.  
Main Stage, Esplanade de la Place des Arts  

Come and see the pre-selection battle for dancers wishing to take part in the JOAT HIP HOP Battle. 

Bossy – The Get Down | August 30, 1 p.m.  to 2 p.m. 
Espace culturel Georges-Émile-Lapalme, Place des Arts  

A vibrant celebration of women in Montreal’s street dance scene through an all-ladies cypher. Dancers of all styles are welcome to vibe, connect, and move to a Hip-Hop, Funk, and House set by DJ RitaSpirit. 

Prelims Kidz | August 30, 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Espace culturel Georges-Émile-Lapalme, Place des Arts  

Come and see the pre-selection battle for dancers wishing to take part in the JOAT KidzBattle. 

MKA Session | August 30, 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. 
Main Stage, Esplanade de la Place des Arts  

Attend a krump demonstration battle. This intense dance style, born on the streets of Los Angeles, combines power, emotion and raw expressivity.  

MKA Street Session | August 30, 5:15 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.
Sainte-Catherine Street, in front of Place des Arts 

Join this open session led by the MKA community, where krumpers come together to dance, connect, and bring Sainte-Catherine Street to life.  

Prelims Popping | August 31, 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.  
Main Stage, Esplanade de la Place des Arts  

Come and see the pre-selection battle for dancers wishing to take part in the JOAT POPPING Battle.