Into the Cypherverse by Australian Centre for Contemporary Art

Into the Cypherverse is the first edition of a collaborative event by Ladies Hip Hop Jam and Metaphysical Groove, featuring a freestyle dance battle, cypher prelims, 2v2 team battles, Hip Hop and Funk DJ sets, and dance breaks at Chunky Move. Held on May 16, 2026, from 12:00 to 18:00, it emphasizes community, competition, and connection in an inclusive space open to all styles and participants as battlers or spectators. Prizes include $500 cash for the winning team and $300 for runners-up, with secret judges maintaining focus on the moment. The event acknowledges the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung people as Traditional Custodians and is sponsored by Cypher Culture, Red Bull, and Chunky Move.