Red Bull BC One Comes to Brisbane

On Sunday, 24 August, Brisbane Powerhouse will host the Red Bull BC One Cypher Australia, where Australia’s top b-boys and b-girls will compete for the national breaking title. This marks Brisbane’s first time hosting a Red Bull BC One National Final.

Winners will earn the chance to represent Australia at the Red Bull BC One World Final in Tokyo, Japan, on November 9, 2025.

Aspiring breakers can register for the Red Bull BC One Cypher Brisbane on Saturday, 23 August, at Elements Collective Studio to qualify for the National Final the next day at Brisbane Powerhouse.

Brisbane joins the ranks of world-class cities like Paris, Moscow, Amsterdam, Mumbai, Rio de Janeiro and New York City in hosting a Red Bull BC One national cypher – a crucial qualifier in the journey to this year’s Red Bull BC One World Final, set to take place in Tokyo this November.

Hosted by B-Boy Fongo and Wongo, this year’s National Final promises to be a high-energy showcase of breaking talent. Representing the best-of-the-best, 16 B-boys and 8 B-girls will bring their A-game, delivering jaw-dropping powermoves, intricate toprock steps, footwork, freezes, and spectacular tricks.

This year’s judging lineup includes international superstar, Kid David (Step Up 5, Battle of the Year, Lemonade Mouth) who will bring his expertise from Venice Beach direct to the Brisbane stage. Kid David will be joined by local Brissie star, B-Girl Tinylocks and WA legend, B-Boy Pepito. Also showcasing at the event will be beatboxer Tom Thum from Ipswich, local Brisbane rapper Nerve, and DJ Naru from Melbourne.

The stakes are high, as one b-boy and one b-girl will earn the chance to fly to Tokyo, Japan in November 2025 for the Red Bull BC One Last Chance Cypher. There, they’ll compete against the best of the best for a coveted spot on the World Final stage.

Since 2004, Red Bull BC One has celebrated the best breakdancers on the planet, cementing its status as one of the world’s premier breaking competitions. With over 70 events across 27 countries, the global series has become a key platform for showcasing top-tier talent.