KIELCE 2026: EIGHT UNFORGETTABLE DAYS, 4,000 DANCERS AND 34 COUNTRIES!

The IDO World Hip Hop, Popping, Hip Hop Battles & Breaking Championships 2026 have officially come to a spectacular conclusion in Kielce, Poland, following eight unforgettable days of competition, outstanding performances and emotional victories.

From 17 to 24 October, Hala Legionów welcomed approximately 4,000 dancers from 34 countries, making the Championships one of the largest and most significant events on the International Dance Organization's 2026 calendar.

The Championships opened with three action-packed days of Breaking and Hip Hop Battles, featuring spectacular solo competitions, 2vs2 battles and crew performances. From 20 October, the excitement continued with Hip Hop and Popping competitions, bringing together dancers across all age divisions in solos, duos, groups, formations and production shows.

One of the highlights was the Parade of Nations on 23 October, celebrating international friendship and unity as national delegations proudly represented their countries.

The organizing team, led by Waldemar and Anna, expressed great satisfaction with the success of the Championships.

Proposed statement from Waldemar, representing the organizing team:

"These eight days have been an extraordinary celebration of dance. Welcoming 4,000 dancers from 34 countries was a tremendous honour and responsibility. We are extremely happy with the atmosphere, the performances and the overall success of the event. My sincere thanks go to the International Dance Organization, all participating countries, officials, judges, volunteers and our entire organizing team. Most importantly, congratulations to every dancer who made Kielce 2026 so special!"

The International Dance Organization extends its sincere appreciation to the Polish Dance Union, the organizing team, the city of Kielce, all partners, officials, adjudicators and volunteers for their dedication and professionalism.

Special congratulations go to all newly crowned IDO World Champions, medalists, finalists and every dancer who proudly represented their country.

Kielce 2026 once again demonstrated the extraordinary global strength of Hip Hop, Breaking and Popping, bringing together thousands of dancers through their shared passion for dance.

As IDO continues its remarkable anniversary year, the Championships in Poland will remain another memorable highlight of 2026.

EIGHT DAYS. 34 COUNTRIES. 4,000 DANCERS. ONE INTERNATIONAL DANCE FAMILY!

THANK YOU, KIELCE 2026 – THE WORLD WAS DANCING HERE!

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