Hip Hop International Brings ‘Worlds 2026’ to Phoenix

Hip Hop International will host the World Hip Hop Dance Championship from July 25 through August 1, 2026, in Phoenix, Arizona. "Worlds 2026" is a high-energy, international summer gathering designed to unite over 3,000 of the world’s top dancers as they network, celebrate and compete for the championship title.

The event brings together elite crews from more than 55 countries—including dance crews like Papua New Guinea’s Wan Squad, who took home the championship title in 2025.

The weeklong event features the World Hip Hop Dance Championship—the battle for World’s Best Dance Crew. On July 31, dancers will hit the floor for the 1v1 All Styles World Battles, where competitors aim to succeed 2025 champion Beast Boi (USA). 

Dancers can also take advantage of the "World Moves Dance Workshops" on July 31 and August 1, a series of workshops led by world-renowned choreographers Greg Chapkis, Kida the Great, Brian Puspos, Sota, Alexander Chung and Marlee Hightower.

The World Battles will be judged by a panel featuring Beast, Lily Frias, and Kidboogie, with DJ Roxswift on the music and MC Devious hosting the competition. Kyle On The Mic will host the World Hip Hop Dance Championship.

The world-class gathering will take place at the Arizona Grand Resort, with the grand finale—the World Hip Hop Dance Championship Finals—taking place at the Mullett Arena.

Visit hiphopinternational.com to learn more.