Warm Up beatbox battle 2026

For the 3rd year in a row, WARM UP BEATBOX BATTLE returns to Kaunas. And every year – even stronger.

This is the biggest beatbox event in the Baltic region, bringing together the strongest performers from Lithuania and abroad. This year, we received Wildcard applications from 8 different countries, so even stronger and more international competition awaits.

This year we are returning with a new format and new categories: • Solo • Tag Team • Beatbox x Dance • Beatbox x Rap Freestyle

SOLO

Top 8 solo participants: • ELIP (Lithuania) • LUKARIO (Lithuania) • BUSKUD (Lithuania) • ARCAYD (Slovenia) • BARTY (Poland) • SEAWING (Estonia)

Two more will be selected in live elimination rounds

TAG TEAM

Top 4 tag team participants: • DIVERTISY (Lithuania) • ZDIKON (Poland) • GIN & YOUNG (Poland) • TRENDSETTERS (Poland)

BEATBOX x DANCE

4 invited dancers: • Shtukas – one of the most active and prominent freestyle dancers in Lithuania. • Mr Pepper – an experienced dancer known for his energy and stage charisma. • Iguana – a creative freestyle dancer who stands out with his unique style. • Gytis JS – a long-time member of the dance community, characterized by strong musicality and improvisation.

They will be joined by 4 selected beatboxers or teams.

BEATBOX x RAP FREESTYLE

4 invited rappers: • Dove – one of the most prominent names in the Lithuanian freestyle scene. • Grjas – an experienced rapper and freestyle performer. • Domka – a talented improviser, well-known to the freestyle community. • Zhvejas – a charismatic performer who has proven his skills in rap battles many times.

They will be joined by 4 selected beatboxers or teams.

WILDCARD

This year we received applications from 8 different countries, and the strongest participants are already preparing for the battles in Kaunas.

August 15 Olimpas Summer Terrace, Kaunas

More information about judges, international guests, and other news – SOON.