MALMÖ BREAKING SIGNATURE

BREAKING FESTIVAL IN SCANDINAVIA

From the 20th to 23rd of July 2023, in two of Malmö’s unavoidable cultural locations: Fryshuset and Sofielund Folkets Hus, will be held the Malmö Breaking Signature (MBS), a Breaking festival which brings together leaders and organizations from the worldwide Hip-Hop and Urban Dance community. The two founders; Fryshuset and Breaking Association Malmö want to contribute to the democratization of the Breaking and its professionalization in Sweden but also in the whole world.

SCHEDULE

Each day of the festival as its own theme

MBS is non-stop mood of good vibes and good times. A progressive forward thinking festival showcasing the relevance of music, art, fashion, creativity, Battles, cyphers conversation, and entrepreneurship within the worldwide Hip-Hop and Urban Dance community.

MALMÖ BREAKING SQUARE

In addition to the activities and shows, a unique outdoor site featuring a variety of hiphop-themed stands will be set up throughout the event!

This village, called ”Malmö Breaking Square”, will be located outside Fryshuset and will feature many of the creators of Malmö’s urban scene, such as clothing brands, a vinyl store, thrift shops, a ”stamp your own t-shirt” workshop and an open graffiti wall.

Press Room

This space is dedicated to the press. Here you can find all the documents and materials necessary to communicate on MBS.

Volunteer Room

This space is dedicated to volunteers. You will find all the documents and information needed if you want to help us during the festival and access to a unique behind the scene experience!

Practical Info

LOCATION

📍 Indoors and outdoors

Main location | Fryshuset > Norra Parkgatan 2a 214 22 Malmö
Secondary location | SofieLund Folkets Hus on Saturday 22nd July > Rolfsgatan 16, 214 34 Malmö

TRANSPORTATION

🚆 Take the train

SJ | national and international service, reduced prices for under 26yo and over 65yo, usually free for under 15yo.
Skånetrafiken | application to buy train tickets between Kastrup/Copenhagen Airport and Malmö Triangeln.

🚍 Bus

Flixbus | to Malmö Central, then take bus 5 or 32 to Folkets Park.

🚘 Car or car-sharing

Follow E4 from Stockholm or E20 from Göteborg.
Carpooling | via Facebook groups Samakning or Skjutsgruppen.

🚲 Bike

Malmö by bike | to use Malmö public bikes.

✈️ Plane

From Copenhagen airport (Kastrup), take the Öresund train to Malmö Triangeln.

ON SITE

⏱ Opening hours

Fryshuset | everyday from 1 pm to 8 pm.
Sofielunds Folkets Hus | on Saturday, July 22, from 1pm to 7pm.

🥯 Eating and drinking

Remember to bring your water bottle! Here are some of our recommendations for nearby restaurants and bars:

Fryshuset’s bagel restaurant and kaffe ⇢ bagels and coffee
Babylon Grill ⇢ falafels
Möllans Falafel ⇢ falafels
Jord ⇢ bowls and smoothies
Far I Hatten ⇢ pizzas and drinks
Opopoppa ⇢ pizzas and drinks
Scandwich ⇢ sandwiches
Coop ⇢ supermarket
Grand ⇢ drinks
Babel ⇢ drinks
Boulebar ⇢ drinks
Sallys ⇢ drinks and fika

😴 Where to sleep

HOTEL N Hostel Malmö City
Scandic Triangeln
Unity Malmö

FAQ

🎟 Do I have to buy tickets for the shows?
No, there are no ticket booths. All battles are free entry.

💵 Is it free?
Yes, all activities, battles and shows are free. There is a charge for food and drink and for shopping at the Malmö Breaking Square (flea market).

🤸‍♂️ How can I take part in the battles, and who are they for?
The battles are open to everyone, novices and professionals alike, subject to availability. Registration takes place from 1pm to 2pm at the main venue, Fryshuset.

💳 How do I pay at Malmö Breaking Square (flea market)?
Payment is specific to each stand, with the option of paying by bank care or via swish.

🧑🏽‍🦽 I’m disabled, is it accessible?
Yes, the buildings are designed to accommodate anyone with reduced mobility.

🎤 I represent an artist and would like him or her to take part. How do I go about this?
If you would like to participate in the programming of the next edition, please contact us here: mbsignature.fest@gmail.com

🛍I’d like to be an exhibitor at Malmö Breaking Square (flea market), how do I go about it?
If you would like to exhibit at the Malmö Breaking Square (flea market), please contact us here: mbsignature.fest@gmail.com

🤝 How can I become a partner or sponsor of MBS?
To become a partner or sponsor for the next edition, please contact us here: mbsignature.fest@gmail.com