Entries and Eligibility

1. Each team must consist of a minimum of 3 to a maximum of 12 dancers (excluding staff or choreographers). Dancers may not be signed to any talent management agents or agencies.
2. The competition is divided into the YOUTH Division and ADULT Division. Each dancer can only register to compete in one division.
   • YOUTH Division: Ages 12 to 18 (born between August 2, 2007 — August 1, 2014, inclusive).
   • ADULT Division: Ages 19 and older (born on or before August 1, 2007, inclusive).
   • In the event of a team consisting of dancers falling into both the YOUTH and ADULT Divisions, the age of the oldest dancer will be used to calculate the team's applicable division rank.

Registration Period

From now to July 23, 2026 (21:00).

How to Register

Online registration only. Please ensure that all information given for registration is correct and complete. No corrections will be accepted once registration has closed.

Competition Dates

1. Preliminary Rounds – ADULT Division: August 1, 2026 (Saturday); YOUTH Division: August 2, 2026 (Sunday)
2. Final Round – August 22, 2026 (Saturday)
3. Peace Circle Crew vs Crew Freestyle Battle: August 23, 2026 (Sunday)

Competition Venue

Taipei Zhongshan Hall (Exit 5 at Ximen Metro Station)

Judge's Panel and Scoring System

1. Scoring Criteria and Weighting

   Technique–50%, Costumes and Creativity–20%, Teamwork–20%, Musicality–10%.

2. Routine/Music Length
   • Preliminary Round – between 1.5 to 2 minutes.
   • Final Round – between 3 to 5 minutes.

   Failure to stay within these time limits will result in a 1-point deduction from each judge for every 10 seconds that passes. A time violation running under 10 seconds will be regarded as a 10-second violation.

3. Scoring System
   1. Preliminary Rounds: The panel will consist of 5 professional judges. Each judge will score each performance according to the aforementioned criteria, which will then be totaled to calculate the final score. The highest possible score is 100. The 6 top-scoring teams from each the YOUTH and ADULT Divisions (12 teams total) will advance to the Final Round. The teams ranked 7th to 10th will receive the Bravery Dance Award, which will be announced during the Preliminary Rounds.
   2. Final Round: The panel will consist of 7 professional judges. Each judge will score each performance according to the aforementioned criteria, which will then be totaled to calculate the final score. The highest possible score is 100. The team with the highest-ranking final score will be designated the championship winners.
   3. In the event of a tie in total scores, rankings will be determined by teams' "technique" scores, which carry the heaviest weighting.
   4. Any music used for this competition must not contain suspected profanity or malicious language related to racial or gender discrimination, or religious or cultural hatred. Judges may deduct points as deemed appropriate.

Awards and Prizes

1. YOUTH Division

   Championship Award - 1 team: NT$160,000 and one trophy per team.

   1st Runner-up Award - 1 team: NT$100,000 and one trophy per team.

   2nd Runner-up Award - 1 team: NT$50,000 and one trophy per team.

   Merit Award - 3 teams: NT$20,000 and one medal per team.

   Bravery Dance Award - 4 teams: NT$2,500 and one medal per team.

2. ADULT Division

   Championship Award - 1 team: NT$160,000 and one trophy per team.

   1st Runner-up Award - 1 team: NT$100,000 and one trophy per team.

   2nd Runner-up Award - 1 team: NT$50,000 and one trophy per team.

   Merit Award - 3 teams: NT$20,000 and one medal per team.

   Bravery Dance Award - 4 teams: NT$2,500 and one medal per team.

3. A new award, the "Metro 30th Anniversary Special Award," has been introduced for this year's competition. The judging panel will select one winning team from all participating teams in both the ADULT and YOUTH divisions based on the official judging criteria. The selected team will be invited to perform at an international gala dinner in September.
4. The top 6 teams in the ADULT division and the top 4 teams in the YOUTH division will qualify for the Peace Circle Crew vs Crew Freestyle Battle on August 23. For detailed rules and regulations, please refer to the Peace Circle Crew vs Crew Freestyle Battle Official Rules and Regulations.
5. The YOUTH and ADULT Division Choreography championship winners may also have the opportunity to perform on the 2027 New Year's Eve stage.
6. Subsidy for Overseas Competitions

   The 2026 Metro Street Dance championship winners are eligible to apply for a subsidy of up to NT$200,000 to participate in international competitions abroad (limited to NT$30,000 per dancer). Applications are to be filed after competing overseas. Any pertinent documentation must be attached to the application, including: competition information, competition records, airline tickets, competition photos or video highlights, and team members' personal information (only valid for dancers holding Taiwanese nationality who participated as a member of the 2026 Metro Street Dance Championship Team). All paperwork must be completed and submitted before August 31, 2027.

Additional Notes

1. The Preliminary Round schedule and check-in instructions will be sent via email within one week after online registration closes and will also be announced on the Metro Street Dance Competition official Facebook page and event website. Team leaders are strongly advised to join the Metro Cup Preliminary Round LINE group and pay close attention to related messages to ensure their rights are not affected.
2. Team check-ins and the bracket draw (order of performance) will be held on the morning of the event. Teams that fail to arrive on time may have their participation rights revoked by the Organizer.
3. The Organizer will not provide time for rehearsals for the Preliminary Rounds, but will arrange a specific period for sound checks and simple stage blocking. During the Final Round, the Organizer will schedule rehearsals and sound checks. In the event of any scheduling discrepancies, the on-site schedule will prevail.
4. The competition results will be announced and awarded on-site, and will also be posted on the official website within one week after the competition ends.
5. All of this year's contestants will receive 100 Metro points. Contestants are asked to present their Go! Taipei Metro app membership account during check-in to facilitate on-site point distribution by event staff. Each contestant may claim their points once per day and per competition only. If the points cannot be distributed due to personal device issues, account abnormalities, or any other factors attributable to the contestant, the Organizer will not reissue replacement points at a separate time.

Notices

1. According to the Income Tax Act of the Republic of China (Taiwan), winners of prize money or awards totaling NT$20,001 or more are required to pay a 10% withholding tax before claiming their prize. For non-resident winners (i.e., nationals residing in Taiwan for less than 183 days and foreigners), a 20% withholding tax rate applies.
2. According to the Ministry of Finance National Taxation Bureau's withholding standards, any prize money or awards exceeding NT$1,000 for competitions or chance winnings must be reported to the tax authorities. Therefore, winners must complete and submit the relevant receipts to claim their prizes. The Organizer will issue withholding tax statements at the end of the year, which winners can use to offset their personal income tax. Failure to comply with the aforementioned rules will result in winners being deemed as having voluntarily forfeited their prize.
3. If a winning team is found to have engaged in the impersonation of participants or illegal use of music, and the relevant rights holders verify these violations, the Organizer reserves the right to withdraw the team's award, recover the prize money and awards, and claim punitive damages equivalent to twice the amount of the prize money. Additionally, the violating party shall be liable to pay compensation for any subsequent damages incurred to the Organizer.
4. Participating teams must obtain relevant licensing for the music used in their routine and sign a copyright authorization statement. Any copyright violations are the sole responsibility of the participants and have no relation to the Organizer.
5. Teams advancing to the Final Round may use the same or different music tracks from what they used in the Preliminary Round.
6. Before check-in, all team members must register as members of the Go! Taipei Metro app. On competition day, they must present an ID card or National Health Insurance card at check-in and show their app membership account. Participants must be the same as those registered; no substitutions or modifications (i.e. adding/subtracting members) will be allowed on-site. If any team is found to have an ineligible member, the team will be disqualified.
7. Any objections regarding the eligibility of other teams must be submitted to the Organizer within 10 minutes after the team's performance ends. Late objections will not be accepted.
8. The stage will be equipped with vinyl flooring and related facilities; unauthorized adhesive materials or items affecting the competition are prohibited.
9. If a team's performance is interrupted due to errors by the lighting/sound/stage crew, the affected team can restart their performance with the judges' approval. If a performance is interrupted for any other reason than those stated above, the team will be automatically disqualified.
10. Dangerous props or items are prohibited within the venue to prevent accidents.
11. The entire competition will be photographed and filmed. By participating, individuals agree that all photos and videos, including intellectual property and portrait rights, shall belong to the Organizer without additional compensation.
12. Winning teams from the Final Round must cooperate with the Organizer for subsequent promotional activities as needed.
13. Winning teams must agree to perform one time within one year of winning the competition at an event organized or co-organized by the Taipei Rapid Transit Corporation, with travel expenses reimbursed.
14. Participants are responsible for their personal belongings. The Organizer is not liable for any lost property.
15. Participants will be covered by the Organizer's public liability insurance. Insurance and claims are subject to the insurance contract terms.
16. The Organizer reserves the right to interpret and amend the competition rules, and holds final authority over competition results.
17. These rules and regulations are effective upon announcement by the Organizer. Please refer to the official Metro Street Dance Competition Facebook page and website for the most up-to-date version of this document, as revisions may be made as necessary.

Entries

1. Number of participants: Each team must consist of 2 dancers. No changes will be accepted once registration has closed.
2. Eligibility: Registration is open to all ages. Each dancer can only register to compete for one team. (Dancers may not be signed to any talent management agents or agencies.)

Registration Period

From now to July 23, 2026 (21:00).

How to Register

Online registration only. Please ensure that all information given for the registration is complete and correct. No corrections will be accepted once registration has closed.

Competition Dates

1. Preliminary Rounds: August 2, 2026 (Sunday)
2. Final Round: August 22, 2026 (Saturday)
3. International Dance Battle Invitational: August 23, 2026 (Sunday)

Competition Venue

Taipei Zhongshan Hall (Exit 5 at Ximen Metro Station)

Judge's Panel and Scoring System

1. Scoring Criteria and Weighting: Movement Difficulty–25%, Character and Style–25%, Creativity–20%, Musicality–20%, Atmosphere–10%.
2. Competition Format: 2-on-2 Breaking Battle.
3. Preliminary Rounds:
   1. When completing on-site check-in, teams will draw to determine their bracket placement. Each team is free to decide the order of their dancers among themselves.
   2. Two teams will battle simultaneously on the stage, with members from each team taking turns performing solo. Each dancer will perform one routine in a 45-second period. All music will be randomly selected by the DJ.
   3. The panel will consist of 5 professional judges. Each judge will score each performance according to the aforementioned criteria, which will be totaled to calculate the final score. The highest possible score is 100. The 16 top-scoring teams will be selected to advance to the Quarterfinal Round. In the event of a tie in total scores, the tied teams will compete again with one move, and the judges will directly decide which team advances.
4. Quarterfinals to Semifinal Rounds:
   1. The matchups for the Quarterfinals (Top 16) will follow a "seeding" system, based on Preliminary Round rankings:

   a) #1 vs #16
   b) #2 vs #15
   c) #3 vs #14
   d) #4 vs #13
   e) #5 vs #12
   f) #6 vs #11
   g) #7 vs #10
   h) #8 vs #9

   2. A bottle will be spun to determine which team goes first. For the Top 16, each team is free to decide the order of their dancers among themselves. For each match, each team can perform two routines (including team choreography). Judges will raise their hands to determine a winner after both teams have completed all of their routines. The winning team will advance to the next stage.
   3. For the quarterfinals, each team can perform three routines (including team choreography). Judges will raise their hands to determine a winner after both teams have completed all of their routines. The winning team will advance to the next stage.
   4. If a tie-breaker is needed, a bottle will be spun to determine which team goes first, and both teams will perform one more routine (including team choreography). Judges will raise their hands to determine a winner after both teams have completed their routines. The winning team will advance to the next stage.
5. Final Round (Champion, 1st Runner-up, 2nd Runner-up):
   1. Date of Final Round: August 22, 2026
   2. For each match, each team can perform five routines (including team choreography). Judges will raise their hands to determine a winner after both teams have completed all of their routines. The winning team will advance to the next stage.
   3. If a tie-breaker is needed, a bottle will be spun to determine which team goes first, and both teams will perform one more routine (including team choreography). Judges will raise their hands to determine a winner after both teams have completed their routines. The winning team will advance to the next stage.

Awards and Prizes

1. Championship Award - 1 team: NT$100,000 and one trophy per team.
2. 1st Runner-up Award - 1 team: NT$40,000 and one trophy per team.
3. 2nd Runner-up Award - 1 team: NT$20,000 and one trophy per team.
4. The champion team of this year's Breaking category will advance to the International Dance Battle Invitational on August 23. In addition, they will represent the Metro Cup in BREAK ST. IKEBUKURO BREAKIN' CHAMPIONSHIP, an international competition held Japan, and be granted seeded team status. If the champion is unable to participate, a replacement will be selected based on the final ranking order. The Organizer will arrange and cover the costs of economy-class airfare and a minimum of two nights' suitable accommodation for the overseas participant.

Additional Notes

1. The Preliminary Round schedule and check-in instructions will be sent via email within one week after online registration closes and will also be announced on the Metro Street Dance Competition official Facebook page and event website. Teams are strongly advised to pay close attention to related messages to ensure their rights are not affected.
2. Team check-ins and the bracket draw (order of performance) will be held on the morning of the event. Teams that fail to arrive on time may have their participation rights revoked by the Organizer.
3. Dancers simultaneously participating in the OPEN STYLE, BATTLE, and CHOREOGRAPHY competitions are urged to arrive earlier for check-in to ensure they have enough time to prepare for each competition.
4. The advancing teams will be announced on-site once the Preliminary Rounds & Semifinals are over.
5. The competition results will be announced and awarded on-site, and will also be posted on the official website within one week after the competition ends.
6. All of this year's contestants will receive 100 Metro points. Contestants are asked to present their Go! Taipei Metro app membership account during check-in to facilitate on-site point distribution by event staff. Each contestant may claim the points once per day and per competition only. If the points cannot be distributed due to personal device issues, account abnormalities, or any other factors attributable to the contestant, the Organizer will not reissue replacement points at a separate time.

Notices

1. According to the Income Tax Act of the Republic of China (Taiwan), winners of prize money or awards totaling NT$20,001 or more are required to pay a 10% withholding tax before claiming their prize. For non-resident winners (i.e., nationals residing in Taiwan for less than 183 days and foreigners), a 20% withholding tax rate applies.
2. According to the Ministry of Finance National Taxation Bureau's withholding standards, any prize money or awards exceeding NT$1,000 for competitions or chance winnings must be reported to the tax authorities. Therefore, winners must complete and submit the relevant receipts to claim their prizes. The Organizer will issue withholding tax statements at the end of the year, which winners can use to offset their personal income tax. Failure to comply with the aforementioned rules will result in winners being deemed as having voluntarily forfeited their prize.
3. If a winning team is found to have engaged in the impersonation of participants, and the relevant rights holders verify these violations, the Organizer reserves the right to withdraw the team's award, recover the prize money and awards, and claim punitive damages equivalent to twice the amount of the prize money. Additionally, the violating party shall be liable to pay compensation for any subsequent damages incurred to the Organizer.
4. Before check-in, all team members must register as members of the Go! Taipei Metro app. On competition day, they must present an ID card or National Health Insurance card at check-in and show their app membership account. Participants must be the same as those registered; no substitutions or modifications (i.e. adding/subtracting members) will be allowed on-site. If any team is found to have an ineligible member, the team will be disqualified.
5. Any objections regarding the eligibility of other teams must be submitted to the Organizer within 10 minutes after the team's performance ends. Late objections will not be accepted.
6. The stage will be equipped with vinyl flooring and related facilities; unauthorized adhesive materials or items affecting the competition are prohibited.
7. If a team's performance is disrupted due to errors by the lighting/sound/stage crew, the affected team can restart their performance with the judges' approval. If a performance is interrupted for any other reason than those stated above, the team will be automatically disqualified.
8. Dangerous props or items are prohibited within the venue to prevent accidents.
9. The entire competition will be photographed and filmed. By participating, individuals agree that all photos and videos, including intellectual property and portrait rights, shall belong to the Organizer without additional compensation.
10. Winning teams from the Final Round must cooperate with the Organizer for subsequent promotional activities as needed.
11. Winning teams must agree to perform one time within one year of winning the competition at an event organized or co-organized by the Taipei Rapid Transit Corporation, with travel expenses reimbursed.
12. Participants are responsible for their personal belongings. The Organizer is not liable for any lost property.
13. Participants will be covered by the Organizer's public liability insurance. Insurance and claims are subject to the insurance contract terms.
14. The Organizer reserves the right to interpret and amend the competition rules, and holds final authority over competition results.
15. These rules and regulations are effective upon announcement by the Organizer. Please refer to the official Metro Street Dance Competition Facebook page and website for the most up-to-date version of this document, as revisions may be made as necessary.

Entries

This is an individual competition. There is no age limit, and anyone is welcome to register to compete.

Registration Period

From now to July 23, 2026 (21:00).

How to Register

Online registration only. Registration will be closed once capacity is full. Please ensure that all information given for the registration is complete and correct. No corrections will be accepted once registration has closed.

Competition Dates

1. Preliminary Rounds & Second Round: August 1, 2026 (Saturday)
2. Final Round: August 22, 2026 (Saturday)

Competition Venue

Taipei Zhongshan Hall (Exit 5 at Ximen Metro Station)

Judge's Panel and Scoring System

1. Scoring Criteria and Weighting: Technique – 40%, Musicality– 25%, Stage Presence – 20%, Creativity – 15%.
2. Time Limit per Round: Each round is limited to 50 seconds.
3. Music: All music will be randomly selected by the DJ.

Scoring Explanation

1. Preliminary Rounds:

   The panel will consist of 5 professional judges. Each judge will score each performance according to the aforementioned criteria, which will be totaled to calculate the final score. The top 30 dancers with the highest-ranking scores will advance to the Second Round.

2. Second Round:

   The panel will consist of 5 professional judges. Each judge will score each performance according to the aforementioned criteria, which will be totaled to calculate the final score. The top 8 dancers with the highest-ranking scores will advance to the Final Round.

3. Final Round:

   The Finals will be held on Saturday, August 22. The panel will consist of 5 professional judges. The battle will take place using a "Seven to Smoke" battle format, with the 8 contestants who advanced from the Second Round.

Competition Process

1. Preliminary Round & Second Round:
   1. Each dancer performs in the order drawn by lottery.
   2. Each dancer has 50 seconds to perform. When time is up, the next dancer's turn begins automatically. Performances end immediately when time expires, and the next dancer should prepare to take the stage. Music will play continuously throughout, and the dancers perform with the music playing in the background.
2. Final Round:

   Each round consists of a 1-on-1 battle between two contestants, while the others wait in line. The winner stays on to continue facing new challengers, and the loser moves to the back of the line. If a battle ends in a tie, neither contestant earns points, and both leave the stage for the next pair to compete. Each win earns 1 point, and the first contestant to reach 7 points is declared the Champion. If the time limit expires before anyone reaches 7 points, the contestant with the highest score wins. In the event of a tie, an overtime battle will be held, with the judges deciding the winner. The total time limit for the competition is approximately 25 minutes.

Awards and Prizes

1. Championship Award - 1 team: NT$50,000.
2. 1st Runner-up Award - 1 team: NT$20,000.
3. 2nd Runner-up Award - 1 team: NT$10,000.
4. The champion of this year's Open Style category will represent the Metro Cup in RF JAM, an international competition held in Vietnam, and will also be granted seeded team status. If the champion is unable to participate, a replacement will be selected based on the final ranking order. The Organizer will arrange and cover the costs of economy-class airfare and a minimum of two nights' suitable accommodation for the overseas participant.

Additional Notes

1. The Preliminary Round schedule and check-in instructions will be sent via email within one week after online registration closes and will also be announced on the Metro Street Dance Competition official Facebook page and event website. Teams are strongly advised to pay close attention to related messages to ensure their rights are not affected.
2. Participant check-ins and the bracket draw (order of performance) will be held on the morning of the event. Participants that fail to arrive on time may have their participation rights revoked by the Organizer.
3. Dancers simultaneously participating in the BATTLE and CHOREOGRAPHY competitions are urged to arrive earlier for check-in to ensure they have enough time to prepare for each competition.
4. The advancing participants will be announced on-site once the Preliminary Rounds are over.
5. The advancing participants will be announced on-site once the Second Round is over.
6. The competition results will be announced and awarded on-site, and will also be posted on the official website within one week after the competition ends.
7. All of this year's contestants will receive 100 Metro points. Contestants are asked to present their Go! Taipei Metro app membership account during check-in to facilitate on-site point distribution by event staff. Each contestant may claim the points once per day and per competition only. If the points cannot be distributed due to personal device issues, account abnormalities, or any other factors attributable to the contestant, the Organizer will not reissue replacement points at a separate time.

Notices

1. According to the Income Tax Act of the Republic of China (Taiwan), winners of prize money or awards totaling NT$20,001 or more are required to pay a 10% withholding tax before claiming their prize. For non-resident winners (i.e., nationals residing in Taiwan for less than 183 days and foreigners), a 20% withholding tax rate applies.
2. According to the Ministry of Finance National Taxation Bureau's withholding standards, any prize money or awards exceeding NT$1,000 for competitions or chance winnings must be reported to the tax authorities. Therefore, winners must complete and submit the relevant receipts to claim their prizes. The Organizer will issue withholding tax statements at the end of the year, which winners can use to offset their personal income tax. Failure to comply with the aforementioned rules will result in winners being deemed as having voluntarily forfeited their prize.
3. If a winning participant is found to have engaged in the impersonation of participants, and the relevant rights holders verify these violations, the Organizer reserves the right to withdraw the winner's award, recover the prize money and awards, and claim punitive damages equivalent to twice the amount of the prize money. Additionally, the violating party shall be liable to pay compensation for any subsequent damages incurred to the Organizer.
4. Before check-in, all participants must register as members of the Go! Taipei Metro app. On competition day, they must present an ID card or National Health Insurance card at check-in and show their app membership account. Participants must be the same as those registered; no substitutions or modifications (i.e. adding/subtracting members) will be allowed on-site. If any participants are found to be ineligible after verification, the participant will be disqualified.
5. Any objections regarding the eligibility of other participants must be submitted to the Organizer within 10 minutes after the participant's performance ends. Late objections will not be accepted.
6. The stage will be equipped with vinyl flooring and related facilities; unauthorized adhesive materials or items affecting the competition are prohibited.
7. If a competitor's performance is disrupted due to errors by the lighting/sound/stage crew, the affected team can restart their performance with the judges' approval. If a performance is interrupted for any other reason than those stated above, the participant will be automatically disqualified.
8. Dangerous props or items are prohibited within the venue to prevent accidents.
9. The entire competition will be photographed and filmed. By participating, individuals agree that all photos and videos, including intellectual property and portrait rights, shall belong to the Organizer without additional compensation.
10. Winners from the Final Round must cooperate with the Organizer for subsequent promotional activities as needed.
11. Winning teams must agree to perform one time within one year of winning the competition at an event organized or co-organized by the Taipei Rapid Transit Corporation, with travel expenses reimbursed.
12. Participants are responsible for their personal belongings. The Organizer is not liable for any lost property.
13. Participants will be covered by the Organizer's public liability insurance. Insurance and claims are subject to the insurance contract terms.
14. The Organizer reserves the right to interpret and amend the competition rules, and holds final authority over competition results.
15. These rules and regulations are effective upon announcement by the Organizer. Please refer to the official Metro Street Dance Competition Facebook page and website for the most up-to-date version of this document, as revisions may be made as necessary.

Entries

1. Number of participants: Each team must consist of 2 participants.
2. A total of 6 international teams, 1 Taiwan seed team, and the champion of the 2026 Metro Cup Battle Competition will be invited to compete.

Competition Dates

August 23, 2026 (Sunday)

Competition Venue

Taipei Zhongshan Hall (Exit 5 at Ximen Metro Station)

Judge's Panel and Scoring System

1. Scoring Criteria and Weighting: Movement Difficulty–25%, Character and Style–25%, Creativity–25%, Musicality–25%.
2. Competition Format: 2-on-2 Breaking Battle.
3. The panel will consist of 7 professional judges. Winners will be determined by majority vote. The winning team receives 1 point, and the losing team receives 0 points. Rankings will be determined based on total points within each group. In the event of a tie, tied teams will perform one additional round, with judges directly deciding the advancing team. If still tied, rankings will be determined by total judges' votes.
4. Top 8 to Semifinals:
   1. Format: Round-robin group stage.
   2. Grouping: 8 teams will be divided into Group A and Group B (4 teams per group) by draw prior to the competition.
   3. Battle Format: Each battle consists of 3 routines per team (3 rounds each).
   4. A single round-robin system will be used within each group (each team battles all others in the same group once).
   5. Points System: Win = 1 point; Loss = 0 points. Rankings to be determined by total points.
   6. The top 2 teams from each group (A & B) will advance to the Top 4 knockout stage.
5. Final Round (Champion, 1st Runner-up, 2nd Runner-up):
   1. Format: Single-elimination.
   2. Matchups (Cross Bracket):
      a) Group A 1st vs Group B 2nd
      b) Group B 1st vs Group A 2nd
   3. Each battle consists of 5 routines per team (including team/group rounds).
   4. Competition Process: Semifinals → 3rd Place Battle → Final Battle.

Awards and Prizes

1. Championship Award - 1 team: NT$220,000 and one trophy per team.
2. 1st Runner-Up Award - 1 team: NT$80,000 and one trophy per team.
3. 2nd Runner-Up Award - 1 team: NT$50,000 and one trophy per team.

Additional Notes

1. Check-in instructions will be sent via email within one week prior to the competition, and will also be announced on the Metro Street Dance Competition official Facebook page and event website. Teams are strongly advised to pay close attention to related messages to ensure their rights are not affected.
2. Team check-ins and the bracket draw (order of performance) will be held on the morning of the event. Teams that fail to arrive on time may have their participation rights revoked by the Organizer.
3. The competition results will be announced and awarded on-site, and will also be posted on the official website within one week after the competition ends.

Notices

1. According to the Income Tax Act of the Republic of China (Taiwan), winners of prize money or awards totaling NT$20,001 or more are required to pay a 10% withholding tax before claiming their prize. For non-resident winners (i.e., nationals residing in Taiwan for less than 183 days and foreigners), a 20% withholding tax rate applies.
2. According to the Ministry of Finance National Taxation Bureau's withholding standards, any prize money or awards exceeding NT$1,000 for competitions or chance winnings must be reported to the tax authorities. Therefore, winners must complete and submit the relevant receipts to claim their prizes. The Organizer will issue withholding tax statements at the end of the year, which winners can use to offset their personal income tax. Failure to comply with the aforementioned rules will result in winners being deemed as having voluntarily forfeited their prize.
3. If a winning team is found to have engaged in the impersonation of participants, and the relevant rights holders verify these violations, the Organizer reserves the right to withdraw the team's award, recover the prize money and awards, and claim punitive damages equivalent to twice the amount of the prize money. Additionally, the violating party shall be liable to pay compensation for any subsequent damages incurred to the Organizer.
4. Any objections regarding the eligibility of other teams must be submitted to the Organizer within 10 minutes after the team's performance ends. Late objections will not be accepted.
5. The stage will be equipped with vinyl flooring and related facilities; unauthorized adhesive materials or items affecting the competition are prohibited.
6. If a team's performance is disrupted due to errors by the lighting/sound/stage crew, the affected team can restart their performance with the judges' approval. If a performance is interrupted for any other reason than those stated above, the team will be automatically disqualified.
7. Dangerous props or items are prohibited within the venue to prevent accidents.
8. The entire competition will be photographed and filmed. By participating, individuals agree that all photos and videos, including intellectual property and portrait rights, shall belong to the Organizer without additional compensation.
9. Winning teams from the Final Round must cooperate with the Organizer for subsequent promotional activities as needed.
10. Participants are responsible for their personal belongings. The Organizer is not liable for any lost property.
11. Participants will be covered by the Organizer's public liability insurance. Insurance and claims are subject to the insurance contract terms.
12. The Organizer reserves the right to interpret and amend the competition rules, and holds final authority over competition results.
13. These rules and regulations are effective upon announcement by the Organizer. Please refer to the official Metro Street Dance Competition Facebook page and website for the most up-to-date version of this document, as revisions may be made as necessary.

Following the completion of the Choreography Finals of this year's Metro Cup, a new special format — "Peace Circle Crew vs. Crew Freestyle Battle" — will be introduced.

Entries and Eligibility

1. Open to the top 6 teams from the ADULT division finals and the top 4 teams from the YOUTH division finals.
2. Replacement Mechanism: If any qualified team withdraws, teams will be invited to participate in order of final ranking as replacements.

How to Register

Participation in the Peace Circle Crew vs. Crew Freestyle Battle will be confirmed on-site on the day of the Preliminary Round of Choreography Competition, along with submission of the crew member list. If any qualified team withdraws, replacement teams will be notified on-site in order of ranking. The participating crew member list will be reconfirmed again on the day of the Final Round.

Competition Dates

August 23, 2026 (Sunday)

Competition Venue

Taipei Zhongshan Hall (Exit 5 at Ximen Metro Station)

Scoring Criteria and Weighting

Movement Difficulty–25%, Character and Style–25%, Creativity–20%, Musicality–20%, Atmosphere–10%.

Peace Circle Format

ADULT Division

1. First Round: Teams ranked 3rd–6th will draw lots to determine matchups. → 2 teams advance.
2. Second Round: Advancing teams will face the Champion and Runner-up, with matchups determined by draw. → 2 teams advance
3. Final Round: The 2 advancing teams will battle to determine the Peace Circle Champion.

YOUTH Division

1. First Round: Teams ranked 1st–4th will draw lots to determine matchups.→ 2 teams advance
2. Final Round: The 2 advancing teams will battle to determine the Peace Circle Champion.

Judge's Panel and Scoring System

First & Second Rounds

1. Each battle lasts 5 minutes in total, with 1-minute rounds. Teams switch after the MC's countdown.
2. Dancers may perform multiple times; team members may re-enter in different rounds. No props allowed.
3. Music will be randomly selected and played by the DJ on-site.

Final Round

1. Each battle lasts 7 minutes in total, with 1-minute rounds. Teams switch after the MC's countdown.
2. Dancers may perform multiple times; team members may re-enter in different rounds. No props allowed.
3. Music will be randomly selected and played by the DJ on-site.

Judging System

1. The panel will consist of 7 professional judges. Judges will raise their hands to determine a winner.
2. If a tie-breaker is needed, each team sends 1 dancer, performing 45 seconds to randomly selected music by the DJ, then judges will decide the winner.
3. If a tie still remains, final ranking will be determined based on the total number of judges' votes received.

Awards and Prizes

1. ADULT Division
   Championship Award - 1 team: NT$80,000 and one trophy per team.
2. YOUTH Division
   Championship Award - 1 team: NT$40,000 and one trophy per team.
3. The YOUTH and ADULT Division championship winners are required to perform at the Metro Cup cross-genre concert stage on August 23.

Additional Notes

1. Check-in instructions will be sent via email within one week prior to the event, and announced on the official Metro Cup Street Dance Competition Facebook page and website. Teams are strongly advised to pay close attention to related messages to ensure their rights are not affected.
2. Team check-ins and the bracket draw (order of performance) will be held on the morning of the event. Teams that fail to arrive on time may have their participation rights revoked by the Organizer.
3. The competition results will be announced and awarded on-site, and published on the official website within one week after the event.
4. All of this year's contestants will receive 100 Metro points. Contestants are asked to present their Go! Taipei Metro app membership account during check-in to facilitate on-site point distribution by event staff. Each contestant may claim the points once per day and per competition only. If the points cannot be distributed due to personal device issues, account abnormalities, or any other factors attributable to the contestant, the Organizer will not reissue replacement points at a separate time.

Notices

1. To ensure fair competition and uphold the spirit of street dance culture exchange, contestants are prohibited from engaging in malicious physical contact, dangerous attacks, insulting behavior, or provocative actions. Any violation, as determined jointly by the Organizer and judges, may result in a warning, loss of the battle, or disqualification depending on the severity of the offense.
2. According to the Income Tax Act of the Republic of China (Taiwan), winners of prize money or awards totaling NT$20,001 or more are required to pay a 10% withholding tax before claiming their prize. For non-resident winners (i.e., nationals residing in Taiwan for less than 183 days and foreigners), a 20% withholding tax rate applies.
3. According to the Ministry of Finance National Taxation Bureau's withholding standards, any prize money or awards exceeding NT$1,000 for competitions or chance winnings must be reported to the tax authorities. Therefore, winners must complete and submit the relevant receipts to claim their prizes. The Organizer will issue withholding tax statements at the end of the year, which winners can use to offset their personal income tax. Failure to comply with the aforementioned rules will result in winners being deemed as having voluntarily forfeited their prize.
4. If a winning team is found to have engaged in the impersonation of participants or illegal use of music, and the relevant rights holders verify these violations, the Organizer reserves the right to withdraw the team's award, recover the prize money and awards, and claim punitive damages equivalent to twice the amount of the prize money. Additionally, the violating party shall be liable to pay compensation for any subsequent damages incurred to the Organizer.
5. Before check-in, all team members must register as members of the Go! Taipei Metro app. On competition day, they must present an ID card or National Health Insurance card at check-in and show their app membership account. Participants must be the same as those registered; no substitutions or modifications (i.e. adding/subtracting members) will be allowed on-site. If any team is found to have an ineligible member, the team will be disqualified.
6. Any objections regarding the eligibility of other teams must be submitted to the Organizer within 10 minutes after the team's performance ends. Late objections will not be accepted.
7. The stage will be equipped with vinyl flooring and related facilities; unauthorized adhesive materials or items affecting the competition are prohibited.
8. If a team's performance is interrupted due to errors by the lighting/sound/stage crew, the affected team can restart their performance with the judges' approval. If a performance is interrupted for any other reason than those stated above, the team will be automatically disqualified.
9. Dangerous props or items are prohibited within the venue to prevent accidents.
10. The entire competition will be photographed and filmed. By participating, individuals agree that all photos and videos, including intellectual property and portrait rights, shall belong to the Organizer without additional compensation.
11. Winning teams from the Final Round must cooperate with the Organizer for subsequent promotional activities as needed.
12. Winning teams must agree to perform one time within one year of winning the competition at an event organized or co-organized by the Taipei Rapid Transit Corporation, with travel expenses reimbursed.
13. Participants are responsible for their personal belongings. The Organizer is not liable for any lost property.
14. Participants will be covered by the Organizer's public liability insurance. Insurance and claims are subject to the insurance contract terms.
15. The Organizer reserves the right to interpret and amend the competition rules, and holds final authority over competition results.
16. These rules and regulations are effective upon announcement by the Organizer. Please refer to the official Metro Street Dance Competition Facebook page and website for the most up-to-date version of this document, as revisions may be made as necessary.