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Rawkus City 26 - Portsmouth Hip Hop Festival

Portsmouth's Hip-Hop Festival · FREE ENTRY

Portsmouth becomes the beating heart of hip-hop on the south coast. A weekend of artistic conference, festival, battles and skills development. Built by the culture, open to everyone.

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12th & 13th SEPTEMBER 2026
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Rawkus City 26

Raw. Alive.
Community-rooted.

The only free festival on the south coast dedicated to hip-hop dance and hip-hop theatre.

Rawkus City is a celebration of street culture, creativity and community.

From explosive battles and world-class performances to taster workshops, cyphers and artist development opportunities, Rawkus City brings together dancers, artists, families and culture lovers from across the UK and beyond.

Whether you're a seasoned dancer, an emerging artist, or simply curious to experience the energy of hip-hop first hand, you'll find something here that moves you.
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6+
Performances
4
Battle Categories
FREE
Entry
2nd
Edition
Cypher circle from above

Day 1: Saturday 12th September

Micro Conference for Movement Artists

Talks, discussions and networking sessions for experienced dance and performance artists, plus creatives from any art form looking to collaborate with dancers. Share ideas with fellow practitioners, explore new practices and build connections. Full programme details coming soon.

Register your interest

Sunday 13th September

Rawkus City Festival

Prize pot →
Cypher<br> Jam

Cypher
Jam

  • Lino + mats
  • Open whole day for anyone to get down and dance
Battle<br> Categories

Battle
Categories

  • Crews 4 vs 4 Breaking
  • 2 vs 2 Open Styles
  • 1 vs 1 Under 16s
  • Exhibition Invites
Professional<br>Performances

Professional
Performances

  • UP: Football V Violin by Le Phare
  • Hip-Hop Dance Theatre
  • Word Of Mouth
  • DJ Sets
Workshop<br> Tasters

Workshop
Tasters

  • Drop In
  • For all levels and abilities
  • Beginners welcome
+ More announcements coming soon.
Cypher circle from above

Step in the square

Battles open for everyone

Register early to secure your place. Inclusive categories with cash prizes.

£TBC
Crews 4 vs 4
£TBC
2 vs 2 Open Styles
£TBC
1 vs 1 Under 16s
Register to take part

Step up and get paid

Dance Battle Prizes

Cash prizes and a place on our social wall of fame.

Total Prize Pot
£TBC

4 vs 4 Crew Battle

£TBC
  • Ages 16+
  • Gender Any

More details coming soon..

2 vs 2 Open Styles

£TBC
  • Ages 16+
  • Gender Any

More details coming soon..

1v1 Under 16

£TBC
  • Ages under 16
  • Gender Any

More details coming soon.

Run of Show

The schedule (TBC)

From 12 Noon
Festival open with Cyphers running all day
Cypher Area
Full running order released closer to the day. Check back soon.

Date/Time

  • Saturday 12th Sept: Movement Artists Micro Conference
  • Sunday 13th Sept: Rawkus City Festival

Location

  • Day 1: Portsmouth Guildhall and Luminarium at Victoria park
  • Day 2 Festival: Portsmouth Guildhall Square

Audience/Vibe

Everyone welcome, Family friendly.