2026 MC Olympics | Youth Speaks x Youth Arts Exchange Summit

MC Olympics is a tournament-style rap competition and beat battle where the Bay's dopest young emcees and producers highlight their pen game, personality, and performance skills, while they network, cypher, and connect with other artists. ALL styles and skill levels are welcome. Youth must be 14-21 years of age and live in the Bay Area to participate.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

For Rappers -

Round 1: Bring your hottest 16 bars ready to spit over a mystery beat

Round 2: Be prepared to freestyle off the dome with words from the audience

Round 3: Bring a song ready to perform (less than 5 min) or spit acapella/share another 16 bars to the crowd

Our esteemed panel of judges will give feedback and rank our competing MCs.

1st Place Prize: $800

2nd Place Prize: $600

3rd Place Prize: $300

For Producers -

Bring at least 3 beats to battle! Each round we eliminate until 1 producer is still standing!

The producer who wins the beat battle will receive Ableton Live 12 Intro (includes 5GB of sounds), pro studio quality headphones (Sennheiser HD280PRO), and their beat will be used for the Freestyle round of MC Olympics.

LOGISTICS

Saturday, May 9

3:00–5:30 PM

YAX Studios at La Fénix

1950 Mission St, San Francisco

COVID POLICY

As we continue to explore new opportunities to gather and build community within an ever-changing world we will continue to gather and remain accountable to your safety.

MASKING

Masks are recommended for any indoor activities.

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