LITEFEST
10 INCREDIBLE YEARS OF LITEFEET’S BIGGEST INTERNATIONAL GATHERING
Litefest is a platform dedicated to the preservation, education and evolution of Litefeet.
Clear your diary for this year’s festival taking place on 5th and 6th September 2026. Witness jaw-dropping moves, feel the energy, and be part of a global dance community. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or just starting, this is your chance to shine. Don’t miss out—Lock-In for Litefest and claim your spot as a Litefest Champion! Recommended for ages 10 and up, or younger dancers with experience. Featuring top tier dancers of the street dance scene: Sha Smoove, Mr Youtube, Richie Rich and more. It’s not to be missed!
3 WAYS TO TAKE PART
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1. Competing
Competing in a battle category or the team showcase competition.
All competitors will need a ticket, either; Full Package, Weekender or Single Day.
Team showcase competition for those wishing to compete as a team, choose the Team Registration (includes 5 team members), and Additional Team Members for each additional member.
For those wishing to only attend the battle events, choose from the Team Registration, and Additional Team Members
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2. Spectating
Spectator tickets are available for the whole weekend or individual days: Saturday 5th Sept or Sunday 6th Sept
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3. Workshops
Choose from a variety of workshops led by top tier dancers from the Litefeet scene including Mr Youtube, Sha Smoove and Richie Rich.
£30
Meet the judges
Sha Smoove
REPRESENTING LYVE TYME, WAFFLE CREW & TEAM DEMON
To celebrate 10 years of Litefest, we’re bringing back one of the names that helped shape our history…
Sha Smoove, hailing from NYC and a former Litefest Champion. Sha returns in 2026 - not to battle, but to help decide who takes the crown.
Known for his charisma, agility, and deep roots in the culture, we are honoured to have him joining us and both a Judge and Workshop Teacher for this special anniversary edition of Litefest. This isn’t just another guest…it’s a full circle moment.
Meet the judges
Richie Rich
REPRESENTING TEAM ROCKET & SHOERAGAMI
In true celebration of our 10 year anniversary, we’re bringing back someone who has played a special role in the growth of Litefeet across UK and Europe…
Straight from NYC and an absolute innovator of shoe tricks, Richie Rich has been pushing the boundaries of Litefeet and bringing his unique style to dancers around the globe.
He was the very first Litefeet dancer to have a workshop tour across the UK, helping inspire and support the growth of the culture.
We are honoured to welcome him as a judge - bringing his knowledge, experience and unmistakeable style to the final decision.
Meet the judges
Mr Youtube
FOUNDER OF BROTHERHOOD
Hailing from NYC, Mr Youtube is a globally respected pioneer of Litfeet who helped shape the culture from its earliest days. As a teacher, judge and ambassador, he’s inspired dancers across the world while continuing to push the style forward. This year he will be judging an teaching, bringing decades of of knowledge, history and authentic NYC energy to the event.
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Piotr Pi
We are proud to welcome a judge whose impact stretches far beyond the battle floor…For most of his career Piotr Pi has been travelling the world, representing Poland on the international battle scene and testing himself against some of the best dancers across Europe.
Alongside competing, he’s dedicated years to building opportunities for others. Through projects including Hip Hop Dance Camp, Battle 58, Warsztaty do Polskich Rapsów and Hip Hop Środa, he’s helped create spaces for dancers to train, battle and strengthen the Polish Hip Hop community. Now he is bringing that experience to Litefest 2026 as our Hip Hop judge.
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Tesko
We’re excited to welcome one of the key figures behind Scotland Popping Scene. Representing Dimestop Crew/Playboyz Inc.
For years Tesko has been representing Scotland through battles, judging and teaching, helping to build and strengthen one of the UK’s most respected Popping communities alongside Dimestop. His experience has seen him judge battles, mentor dancers and share his knowledge with the next generation of Poppers across the country. Now he is bringing that experience to Litefest 2026 as our Popping Judge.
Meet the battle guests
ShakStar
You don’t get a place at Litefest. You earn it. ShakStar, hailing from London, representing 2 Real Boyz. Fresh off the back of winning the Litefest Qualifier at Fiya House Hip Hop Weekender, ShakStar has secured his place in this year’s Litefest battle.
A member of 2 Real Boyz, ShakStar has been putting his own energy and style into the Litefest scene - and now he gets the chance to test himself on one of the biggest stages in the culture. The qualifier is over, now the real challenge begins.
Meet the battle guests
Soundwav3
The champion returns! Last year he stepping into the circle and took the crown. This year, the reigning champion is coming back to defend it. Representing Team Rocket, he needs no other introduction. The pressure is different when everyone already knows what you’re capable of, believe us, this guy is ready!
Meet the battle guests
Baby O
Last year Baby O joined Litefest as one of our judges. This year, he is back for a different reason.
After announcing his retirement from battling, Baby O is stepping back into the circle for the first time - and he’s chosen Litefest as the place to do it.
For many, opportunities to watch elite NYC Litefeet dancers battle live, are few and far between. This is your chance to witness one of the culture’s finest do what he does best. No exhibition. No scripted showcase. Just a world-class competitor from the the birthplace of Litefeet, back where he belongs.
Meet the battle guests
Duracell
REPRESENTING 2 REAL BOYZ
A Litefest 2019 champion, Duracell has gone on to represent internationally, battling multiple times in NYC - the birthplace of Litefeet.
Known for constantly pushing the boundaries of shoe tricks, his creativity inspires dancers around the world. Beyond the battles, he’s played a huge role in the growth of the culture, introducing Litefeet to Romania and showcasing the style at events all over. Now he’s back at Litefest. Expect innovation. Expect risk. Expect moments you’ll be talking about long after the battle ends.
Meet the battle guests
Kez93
REPRESENTING KAPOW
A pioneer of Australian Litefeet, Kez93 has spent years building the culture across the continent - curating jams, classes and battles in Sydney, while travelling across his home country to teach, showcase and connect dancers (and tame drop-bears!)
His Litefest history runs deep…
Winner of Litefest online 2020, when the pandemic forced Litefest online, Kez93 took the title and became part of Litefest history and now 6 years later he’s crossing the world to step into the circle once again. A littlest champion. An Australian pioneer.
Meet the DJs
DJ DBO
Some people come to Litefest. Some become part of the family. And then there’s DJ DBO - the only DJ to have been with us every single year.
From the very first Litefest to our 10th anniversary, DBO has been there to provide the soundtrack, energy and atmosphere that has helped make Litefest what it is. 10 years. Every edition. One of the family. Welcome back DJ DBO
Meet the DJs
DJ CADDY
Some people only need 1 year at Litefest to become part of the family...Last year DJ Caddy joined us for the first time and brought the soundtrack to the circle. This year he is back on the decks as we celebrate 10 years of battles, culture and community. If you were with us last year, you already know. If you weren't...you are about to find out.
Meet the MCs
DEEPRAJ
Only a select few will know our beginnings. Back in 2017, he attended the very first Litefest. 10 years later, he’s back - this time holding the mic.
A Bristol-born movement artist, dancer, choreographer and performer, Deepraj ha built a career spanning street dance, contemporary and has performed professionally both nationally and internationally. From witnessing the first Litefest…to helping us celebrate 10 years of Litefest from the mic. Welcome back Deepraj.
Meet the MCs
LCARRICH
Every Litefest needs someone who knows exactly how to get the crowd moving…And when it comes to Litefeet chants, no-one knows the catalogue quite like him. Lcarrich, our resident MC has become a familiar voice Litefest circle, bringing the energy, the call-outs and an encyclopaedic knowledge of the chants that keep the crowd involved from start to finish. Whether you know the words or you’re learning them on the spot, Lcarrich knows exactly when to bring them out. For our 10th anniversary, we’re keeping the mic in familiar hands.
Meet the media team
ANJOLIE
From competing in the circle to capturing everything happening around it...
A former Litefest winner, returning from behind the lens.
She'll be taking charge of our social media, catching the best clips, sharing the moments and keeping everyone following from home, up to date with everything happening across the weekend.
She knows what it's like to step onto the Litefest floor. Now she's making sure you get to see what happens around it. Welcome to the team Anjolie.
Meet the media team
FERRELLY
Some partnerships become part of the Litefest family.
Fast with the camera and always ready to catch the moment, Ferrelly returns to Litefest to photograph the weekend and put together this year's event recap.
Another long-standing partnership we rely on, appreciate and look forward to every year.
If you're looking for yourself in the Litefest memories...Ferrelly's probably already got the shot. Welcome back Ferrelly.
Meet the media team
THE CAPSULE
If it happens on the floor, The Capsule will be there to capture it.
We are proud to partner with one of the fastest-growing dance media platforms, bringing their cameras to Litefest 2026 to capture all the battle action from across the weekend.
The battles. The moments. The ones you didn't see coming. Get ready to re-live it all. Welcome to the team, The Capsule!
FAQs
Where does the festival take place?
Litefest 2026 is located at Swindon Dance, Swindon, UK for further information and a map read more.
Are there any rules?
Full details coming soon.
Are there any age restrictions?
Litefest is recommended for ages 10 and up, or younger dancers with experience. Please be aware that music with explicit lyrics may be played at the festival.
I want to compete, what ticket do I need?
All competitors will need a ticket, either; Full Package, Weekender or Single Day.
For those wishing to compete as a team, choose the Team Registration (includes 5 team members), and Additional Team Members for each additional member.
For those wishing to only attend the battle events, choose from the Team Registration, and Additional Team Members
What does the team registration fee cover?
Team registration covers 5 team members fees. Registration for additional team members can be purchased for £10 each.
My team has more than 5 members
Additional team members are £10 per dancer. This covers one dancers’ team fee.
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?
For further information contact the Swindon Dance team
on info@swindondance.org.uk / 01793 601700