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

Le Spot Session | Sept. 3, 4 and 6, 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.Freestyle Stage, Esplanade at Place des ArtsWhether you are a dancer or simply curious, come take part in an open street dance session right in the heart of the action!Breaking Prelims | Sept. 3, 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.Main Stage, Esplanade at Place des ArtsCatch the preliminary battle that will determine which dancers move on to the JOAT Breaking Battle final.Hip-Hop Prelims | Sept. 4, 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.Main Stage, Esplanade at Place des ArtsCatch the preliminary battle that will determine which dancers move on to the JOAT Hip-Hop Battle final.Kidz Prelims | Sept. 5, 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.Main Stage, Esplanade at Place des ArtsCatch the preliminary battle that will determine which dancers take part in the JOAT KidzBattle.MKA Session | Sept. 5, 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.Main Stage, Esplanade at Place des ArtsDiscover an exhibition krump battle showcasing this intense dance form born on the streets of Los Angeles, where power, emotion and raw expression come together.MKA Street Session | Sept. 5, 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.North Entrance, Esplanade at Place des ArtsJoin this open session led by the MKA community, the Montreal Krump Alliance, where krump dancers come together to dance, connect and bring the Esplanade to life.Bossy – Le Get Down | Sept. 6, 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.Freestyle Stage, Esplanade at Place des ArtsA vibrant celebration of the women shaping Montreal’s street dance scene, featuring an all-women cypher. Dancers of every style are welcome to move, connect and feel the energy of a hip-hop, funk and house set!Popping Prelims | Sept. 6, 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.Main Stage, Esplanade at Place des ArtsCatch the preliminary battle that will determine which dancers move on to the JOAT Popping Battle final.