International Summer Battle 2026
Dates:
18 h
Venue:
PACT Zollverein
Bullmannaue 20A
45327 Essen
Deutschland
At the event, photographs and videos will be taken. These images will be used for public relations purposes for documentation as well as for publication on our social media channels and our website. If you do not wish to be photographed and/or filmed, please let the staff at the box office know.
© Dirk Rose
Spectacular dance, massive beats, and authentic battle culture: that’s what the ›International Summer Battle‹ has stood for for nearly a decade now! In 2026, our cooperation partner Pottporus will once again bring together a hand-picked lineup from the national and international urban dance scene at PACT.
To the live beats of DJ Crash, the battle guests will compete against each other in the categories of Breaking, Krump, and Tutting. Who ultimately advances to the finals with the best skills and the strongest style is in the hands of the judges. A first sneak peek already promises plenty of expertise and fame, as the judges Robozee and Queen will be gracing the event with their presence. A must-see, not just for hip-hop fans!
JUDGES Robozee (DE), Queen (DE), Jilou (DE)
BREAKING Dope Dog (RUS), Bboy Snow (DE), Sanam (DE), Elli (GR)
KRUMP SERGIIKRUMP (RO), Rowdy (DE), Princess Tide (DE), J Game (DE)
TUTTING Inghelbrecht (BE), Jasmin Ska (AT), Eyedol (GER), Sara Kromatik (FR)
BATTLE DJ DJ Crash
HOST Verena Ankrah
Dates:
18 h
Venue:
PACT Zollverein
Bullmannaue 20A
45327 Essen
Deutschland
At the event, photographs and videos will be taken. These images will be used for public relations purposes for documentation as well as for publication on our social media channels and our website. If you do not wish to be photographed and/or filmed, please let the staff at the box office know.
In cooperation with Pottporus gGmbH
In cooperation with Pottporus gGmbH