Beat Ya Feet Festival 2026
Schedule
Thu, 11 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sun, 14 Jun, 2026 at 04:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Washington, DC | Washington, DC
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June 11th to June 14th, we invite you to the historic first-ever Beat Ya Feet Festival—a four-day immersion into the past, present, and future of D.C.’s native dance culture. This is more than a festival; it is a homecoming for the legends, a stage for the world, and a bridge for the next generation.
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Thu, Jun 11
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
4 hours
The Kickoff Party Mixer
Go Go Museum & Cafe
We’re bringing the culture together for an unforgettable night of music, networking, and D.C. pride. This isn't just a party—it's the official gathering of the pioneers, the new generation of beaters, and the community that keeps our city’s heartbeat alive.
Fri, Jun 12
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
3 hours
Lights, Camera, Action Movie Screening
Alamo Drafthouse DC
Beat Ya Feet: The Evolution," a definitive documentary exploring the 30-year history of Washington, D.C.’s most iconic dance style. Born in the backyards and Go-Go halls of the DMV, "Beating your Feet" has grown from a local secret into a global phenomenon.
Sat, Jun 13
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
3 hours
Beat Ya Feet Family and Fun Day
Free Community Day Event. Bring the whole family out for a day dedicated to the youth, the culture, and the community! Our Family Fun Day is a high-energy "kick-back" designed to celebrate D.C.’s native spirit with activities for all ages.
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
3 hours
Beat Ya Feet World Battle
Beat Ya Feet World Battle is the definitive stage for global beat ya feet dancers. This isn't just about a bracket; it’s a high-energy showcase of skill, style, and cultural impact. We are bringing the world’s most elite dancers to the heart of the District to showcase their mastery of the "bounce" in front of the D.C. and DMV natives who started it all.
10:00 PM - 2:00 AM
4 hours
Official After Party
Ginza BBQ
Official World Battle After Party, the high-energy finale where international style meets D.C. soul. This is the official playground for the world’s elite dancers, DMV icons, and the fans who make this culture legendary.
Sun, Jun 14
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
1 day 3 hours
Beat Ya Feet Intensive
Atlas Performing Arts Center
Beat Ya Feet Academy Intensive is a fast-paced, high-intensity training session designed for those who want to master the "Bounce" in record time. This isn’t a casual class—it’s a deep-dive immersion into the footwork, the stamina, and the soul of the DMV’s native dance. Led by a rotation of the city’s top instructors
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