YO! Urban Dance Fest
The premier urban dance and hip hop culture contest in Rome
About YoFestival
A day dedicated to urban dance in the heart of Rome
The YO! Urban Dance Fest — also known as YoFestival — is one of the most anticipated events on the Italian urban dance scene. Every year, the event draws thousands of dancers and fans to Rome, the capital of the Lazio region, for a full day dedicated to hip hop, street dance, and all its variations. The event takes place at the Auditorium del Massimo, located at Via Massimiliano Massimo 1 in the EUR district: an exceptional venue capable of hosting over two thousand people, including competitors and spectators.
A choreographic contest open to all ages
The heart of the festival is the choreographic contest, a competition that brings together crews and soloists from all over the country. The categories cover a wide age range, from the youngest Under 10s to Over 18s, allowing entire dance schools to perform on the same stage. Competitions include crew contests (from Mini Kids to Maxi Crews), duo contests, and style-specific categories such as All Style and Heels. Performances are judged by an international jury of professionals, who award the title of the year and recognition in the various sections.
More than just a competition: 360-degree hip hop culture
Surrounding the competition is a rich program of events that showcase hip hop culture in its entirety: freestyle battles, break dance battles, workshops, and breathtaking performances animate the stage throughout the day. It is an opportunity for young dancers to challenge themselves, learn from experts, and experience being part of a passionate and ever-growing community.
A benchmark for Italian street dance
With over twenty editions under its belt, YoFestival has established itself as one of the leading urban dance events in Central Italy. The format, which alternates a morning show reserved for Under 18 categories with an afternoon show dedicated to Over 18s and the All Style and Heels categories, allows space for everyone without sacrificing the fast-paced rhythm of a true competition. For many schools in Rome and the rest of Italy, it represents a prestigious testing ground and an important showcase to get noticed.
YoFestival — edition 2026
The 23rd edition of the YO! Urban Dance Fest confirmed the festival as one of the major events in Italian urban dance. At the Auditorium del Massimo, in Rome's EUR district, over 2,000 dancers competed before an audience of more than 1,400 spectators to win the 2026 title in various categories, from crew contests to duos, as well as All Style and Heels.
Programme YoFestival 2026
Sunday, March 29, 2026 — Auditorium del Massimo, Rome
The day was divided into two shows:
- 10:00 AM — First show: Under 18 Hip Hop categories (from the youngest to teenagers), with crew and duo contests.
- 4:00 PM — Second show: Over 18, All Style, Maxi Crew, and Heels categories.
The competition sections included crew contests (from Mini Kids to Maxi Crews), duo contests (Under 13, Under 17, and Open), and the Solo Heels category. The program was enriched by freestyle battles, break dance battles, and workshops.
The jury
Performances were evaluated by an international jury of professionals, including Steve, Salomon, Clara, Mikel, Livia, and Andrea Attila, each specializing in different style categories.
Among the protagonists
Numerous schools from all over Italy stood out on stage. Among the notable results, the Street Dance Fresh 'n' Clean School from Imperia won two first places (Senior category with the Fresh 'n' Clean Junior group and Kids category with Kids Gone Funk), confirming the national reach of the event.
Highlights YoFestival 2026
- Over 2,000 dancers from across Italy and more than 1,400 spectators.
- Double show: morning dedicated to Under 18s, afternoon to Over 18s, All Style, and Heels.
- International jury of urban dance professionals.
- Freestyle and break dance battles to cap off the day.
Prices YoFestival 2026
Practical information — YoFestival
Location
Auditorium del Massimo, Via Massimiliano Massimo 1, EUR district, Rome (Lazio).
How to get there
By metro, the EUR area is served by Line B (EUR Magliana, EUR Palasport, and EUR Fermi stations). By car, it is easily accessible from the Grande Raccordo Anulare and Via Cristoforo Colombo. Visitors arriving from outside Rome can use Termini Station and continue via Metro B.
Registration and tickets
Participation in the contest requires registration (fees apply per dancer and per choreography). For the public, entry is managed by the event's box office. Updated information, registration forms, and contact details are available on the official website.
Contacts
Official website: yofestival.it — WhatsApp and social media channels (Instagram, Facebook, YouTube) for updates on dates, categories, and the program.
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Where does it take place — YoFestival
Auditorium del Massimo
Via Massimiliano Massimo 1, 00144 Roma