BATTLEGROUNDS 8TH ANNIVERSARY - ONE DAY PASS - PRELIMS

 Battlegrounds Hip-Hop and Freestyle Dance Organization celebrates its 8th Anniversary at Garland Cultural Arts Friday, January 16 and Saturday, January 17 for a weekend full of Breaking and Open-Style Dance Battles, LIVE DJ sets, Performances from Texas very best dance crews of all ages, Guest Artist Exhibitions, Art Vendors and more!

**All Friday Night open style competitors will receive a complimentary ticket to Saturday's main event**

FRIDAY — JANUARY 16, 2026
The Plaza Theatre  at 521 W. State Street in downtown Garland.

Ticket prices will increase on the day of the main event, so lock in the lowest rates today!

Open-Style Dancers planning to enter the 1v1 Dance Battle, please purchase your ticket for entry and you will complete your registration in-person on Friday, January 16 for Prelims! Friday will consist of only Prelims and Top 32 battles. If you advance to the Top 16 you will be given a complimentary Day Pass for Main Event Saturday, January 17th, 

 Battlegrounds is an organization rooted in artistic expression, committed to fostering a secure, enjoyable, and inclusive environment where individuals can freely express themselves through movement and interaction. Our goal is to enrich lives by curating events that celebrate community expression, positivity, and diversity.