New York Beatbox Championship 2026 Returns with Live Music and Gaming Competitions
Everything you need to know before the big weekend May 8 & 9, 2026.
The New York Beatbox Championship is back for 2026, promising an unforgettable full-day experience of music, gaming, and high-stakes competition. This year’s event introduces a fresh format and more ways for attendees to participate, watch, and immerse themselves in the world of competitive beatboxing and gaming.
Whether you’re a seasoned beatboxer, a gamer, or just curious to experience the thrill of live competition, this is a one-of-a-kind event you don’t want to miss.
MAIN EVENT - May 9, 2026
Top 16 Solo Beatbox Battle
Super Smash Bros Tournament
Doors / Full Day Access: 12pm
Half Day Access: 6pm
WELCOME PARTY - May 8, 2026
World Champion Beatbox Workshop with RIVER’
Open Beatbox Jam & Fantasy Battles
Rap-To-Beatbox HipHop Cypher with Free Flyers
Doors / Full Access (Includes Workshop): 6pm
Open Jam & Party Only: 7:30pm
*Tickets for each day are sold separately.
PURCHASE DAY 1 TICKETS HERE: https://www.tixtree.com/e/new-york-beatbox-championship-2026-super-smash-bros-tournament-day-2-653094a66ee4
PURCHASE DAY 2 TICKETS HERE: https://www.tixtree.com/e/new-york-beatbox-championship-2026-welcome-party-day-1-23e8e33333e7
The Competitions:
Top 16 Solo Beatbox Battle: Witness world-class beatboxers face off in electrifying 1v1 battles, competing for the grand prize. Competitors can enter through the online wildcard contest (concluded March 2026) or in-person elimination rounds on May 9th.
Super Smash Bros Tournament: Test your skills in an epic gaming showdown. Compete for cash prizes, a trophy, and the title of New York Super Smash Bros Champion. Everyone is welcome to participate.
The Beatbox Battle Judges, Guests & Special Performances
A celebrity panel of judges will evaluate the beatbox performances, offering feedback and helping crown the ultimate champion. Joining us as judges will be:
RIVER’ (France) - Grand Beatbox Battle Champion, French Beatbox Champion
OSIS (Ireland) - Grand Beatbox Battle Vice-Champion, Irish Beatbox Champion, Online World Beatbox Champion
MATCH (USA) - USA Tag Team Beatbox Champion
PLANT (USA) - USA Tag Team Beatbox Champion
JAYLIP (USA) - New York Beatbox Champion
Don’t miss special performances from JAHNMANA & NYU CLEFTOMANIACS at the event!
The Venue
OS NYC (Main Event - Day 2): OS NYC is a fully equipped gaming and entertainment venue, ready for an epic event such as the New York Beatbox Championships. OS NYC offers wheelchair accessibility, plenty of seating, a fully stocked beverage bar, food for sale, event re-entry, and more. Conveniently located in Manhattan, New York. Beyond the competitions, attendees can enjoy PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch consoles with games like Super Smash Bros, Fortnite, Rocket League, and more.
Watch our venue video tour by clicking here
ONE AND ONE (Day 1): One and One is a fully equipped bar and event space. We’ve rented the private room for maximum immersion into the beatbox lifestyle. One and One is NOT wheelchair accessible.
Information for Competitors
The competition will take place ENTIRELY on Day 2, May 9th at OS NYC.
Open Elimination Beatbox Battle: Anyone can join the battle. To join, prepare a 90 second beatbox routine and sign up before 2pm for $5. Up to 64 eliminations are allowed to join the battle.
Beatbox Battle Rules:
90 seconds per round, except for overtime rounds which are 45 seconds
Single-elimination bracket
2 rounds per battle
Immediate judge decisions determine the outcome of each battle
Bring your own mic policy: We encourage you to bring your own microphone to beatbox to minimize the spread of germs. We will provide extra SM58s for anyone who doesn’t own a mic.
Pre-Approved Microphones: SM58, AKG D5, AKG D7, Sennheiser e935, Sennheiser e945, Mackie EM-89D, and other comparable handheld dynamic microphones.
Super Smash Bros Ultimate Tournament: Anyone is allowed to join. Signups close at 5:30pm.
Battle Entry Fee: Registration for either competition costs $5 per entry.
Prizes
New York Beatbox Championship:
1st Place Grand Prize / $150 Cash + 100% Denim Mic Bag & Other Goodies
2nd Place Silver / $100 Cash + NY Champs Mic Bag & Other Goodies
3rd Place Bronze / $50 Cash + NY Champs Mic Bag & Other Goodies
4th Place Minor Prize / $30 Cash
Top 8 Minor Prize / $20 Cash
Super Smash Bros Tournament:
1st Place Grand Prize / 50% of Entry Pool (estimated at $160) + Hand Made Goomba Hat
2nd Place Silver / $25 Cash
Trophies and Merch Hand-Crafted by MICKY MADE.
FAQ
All-Ages Event: Open to all attendees; children under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian on both days of events. No age restrictions on joining either competition.
Parent-Child Combo Tickets: Save 20% on two full-day passes for a fun Mother’s Day weekend experience. Reach out to jack@libbx.com to claim.
Support LIBBX
Long Island Beatbox events would not be possible without support from our community. If you feel inclined to do so, please consider any of the following options:
DONATE to Long Island Beatbox by becoming a member to our Substack or by Venmo.
SPONSOR New York Beatbox Championships and get your business involved more deeply with our community.
SPONSORS: MICKY MADE, Free Flyers, Grey Studios LIC, Audio Jack’s, Pass The Beat, The Bowsery
For more information, registration details, to become a sponsor, or any other inquiries contact Jack at jack@libbx.com or visit longislandbeatbox.com.