Live Music, Special Guest Music, Beatbox & Vocal Arts Showcases,
Open Mic, Free Workshops and more !
UKBC Summer Jam
19th August 2026
FREE ENTRY LIVE MUSIC EVENT!
Over 20 years ago, the community grew from people meeting in parks for unamplified jams like “King of the Jam,” where the winner actually took home a pot of jam! So now it’s time to bring that summer jam spirit back.
We’re celebrating the scene with a day of ZERO battles. Instead, we’ll focus on collaboration, networking, creativity and YOU performing and making music together on a MASSIVE stage.
Join the jam for FREE!
When? 19th August 2026 🗓️
Where? The MECA, Swindon 🏢
What time? 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM 🕔
FREE ENTRY* 🎟️
*This event is FREE to everyone. Free Ticket signup required.
Expect:
• Open mic sessions
• Vocalists, MCs, and singer-songwriters joining the jam
• Special guest showcases throughout the evening
• A creative, community-focused atmosphere
If you work with musicians, singers, MCs, or other performers then bring them along and get involved!*
* For more information on how to sign up for the Open Mic slots, details will follow shortly
Competitor Feedback Sessions (1:00 PM – 5:00 PM)
All confirmed UKBC 2026 Main Event competitors are invited to attend exclusive live feedback sessions from three experienced beatbox judges.
Each confirmed competitor will have the opportunity to perform 2–3 routines and receive direct feedback from the panel. These judges will be separate from the official UKBC battle judges.
To ensure routines remain private, feedback sessions will take place one competitor/team at a time, behind closed doors and using the full stage and sound system.
Not a confirmed participant for the UKBC 2026 Main Event but still want feedback?
A sign-up list will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. These additional participants will be seen if time allows. More info to follow.
PROGRAMME (FREE EVENT)
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Kids & Family Beatbox Workshop
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Competitor Feedback Sessions with Judges (Invitation Only)
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Choir Workshop
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Open Mic Session
7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Special Guest Beatbox Showcases
9:00 PM
Event Finishes
Make sure to also click attending on the FB Event page and share it around!
Come jam, connect, learn, and celebrate the community!
THE UKBC SUMMER JAM 2026 IS PRESENTED BY THE UK BEATBOX CHAMPIONSHIPS, THE FESTIVAL OF VOCAL ARTS & BLENDID MUSIC GROUP
UKBC & THE FESTIVAL OF VOCAL ARTS is a not-for-profit community grassroots music organisation welcoming all music creators and creatives, with a 21 year International cultural legacy and National event and Festival for beatbox & vocal arts.