PROGRAM

«Straight Outta Hamburg»

The festival weekend kicks off at Bahnhof Pauli with a 2vs2 All Style Battle dedicated entirely to 90s R’n’B. DJ Jango will be on the decks spinning the classics, delivering the exact sound needed to set the mood and fill the room.

Following the preselection, the event moves into a classic knockout battle mode where teams go head-to-head to showcase their styles, all driven by those iconic 90s vibes. Afterward, the night flows seamlessly into the official DNA Festival Warm-up Party – the perfect way to keep the celebration going and start the weekend with the ultimate energy. .

The Qualifiers: «Let the games begin!»

Day two of the DNA Festival is all about peak athletic performance: as the official qualification day, this is where it’s decided who makes the leap into the grand finale. In high-stakes preliminary rounds, Europe’s finest Hip Hop dancers and top international Breaking crews from over 10 countries will battle for their coveted spots in the main event. The next generation will also take center stage in a Breaking Kids Battle. It’s a day packed with dynamism and emotional highlights, where the raw energy of competition is tangible – an absolute must for anyone wanting to experience professional sports intensity and genuine passion up close.

The Showdown on the Reeperbahn!

The grand Main Event marks the absolute pinnacle of the DNA Festival: in a high-stakes knockout system, the four best Hip Hop duos, the top three Breaking teams from the previous day, and the 2025 defending champions will battle for the prestigious title. A spectacular production of lighting, music, and hosting transforms the final battles into a thrilling live experience, seamlessly blending peak athletic performance with a unique, high-energy show atmosphere.