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Dance music in Western styles that hypes up sports days and athletic festivals [2026]

Since dance became a compulsory subject in 2012, it has become more familiar to young people than it used to be, and there are now more opportunities to showcase the results of daily practice on big stages like sports days and school festivals.

Of course, choosing classic BGM will get the crowd going, but you’ll also want to show your taste by incorporating the latest dance music.

In this article, we’ve compiled the latest hits and popular tracks of Western dance music that will hype up sports days and school festivals.

From pop infused with funk and disco elements to melodic EDM, we’ve selected a wide range of songs, so be sure to pick tracks that match your production and scenes!

Western dance music to hype up sports days and athletic festivals [2026] (91–100)

Body MovingEliza Rose, Calvin Harris

Eliza Rose, Calvin Harris – Body Moving (Official Video)
Body MovingEliza Rose, Calvin Harris

An irresistibly dance-inducing track has arrived! This collaboration by Eliza Rose and Calvin Harris is house music that evokes the club and disco sounds of the ’80s.

It expresses the joy of surrendering to the rhythm and letting the music lead you.

Released in November 2023, the song celebrates freedom under the lights of the night and the power of music to bring people together.

It’s perfect for when you want to go all out on the dance floor, and it’s guaranteed to hype up any school or cultural festival! Highly recommended for those who enjoy self-expression and believe in the power of music.

All Day and Night with Madison BeerEuropa (Jax Jones & Martin Solveig)

Europa (Jax Jones & Martin Solveig) – All Day and Night with Madison Beer (official video)
All Day and Night with Madison BeerEuropa (Jax Jones & Martin Solveig)

If you’re looking for dance music you can drop straight into a club set, I recommend Europa’s “All Day and Night.” It’s a house track featuring seductive vocals, polished to true club-quality.

It works great as background music during stage changes and is also perfect as an entrance tune.

Western dance music that hypes up sports days and athletic festivals [2026] (101–110)

Love Not WarJason Derulo x Nuka

Jason Derulo x Nuka – Love Not War [Official Music Video]
Love Not WarJason Derulo x Nuka

If you want to hype up your sports day with a party song, we recommend Love Not War! It was released in 2020 by Jason Derulo, an R&B singer who has been active in the U.S.

since the 2000s, and music producer Nuka.

Its R&B sound with reggae and reggaeton elements is striking.

Since the tempo isn’t particularly fast, it might feel a bit lacking as BGM for sprints or relays, but it’s perfect for lively events like cavalry battles or pole-toppling!

YummyJustin Bieber

Justin Bieber – Yummy (Official Video)
YummyJustin Bieber

Justin Bieber is a world-famous idol singer, and Yummy is one of his signature songs.

Up until its release, Bieber had a very strong idol image, but after this song came out, he started shifting toward a more artist-focused direction.

By the way, the “Yummy” in this song doesn’t mean delicious—it’s used with a sexy, erotic nuance.

With its catchy, upbeat melody, it’s a perfect track for events!

4EVA (feat. Pharrell Williams)KAYTRAMINÉ

KAYTRAMINÉ – 4EVA feat. Pharrell Williams (Official Video)
4EVA (feat. Pharrell Williams)KAYTRAMINÉ

Kaytraminé is a duo consisting of American rapper Aminé and Haitian-Canadian record producer Kaytranada.

Their debut album, Kaytraminé, released in May 2023, blends innovative West Coast hip-hop with pop-rap and drew attention for its star-studded guests, including Pharrell Williams.

From the album, we’re highlighting 4EVA, a collaboration with Pharrell.

Centered on love and eternity, the song conveys that true love can withstand the test of time.

Its message, which underscores the value of relationships and the power of love, resonates deeply with listeners.

Consider selecting this track for dance performances at school sports days or athletic festivals.

Raising Hell (feat. Big Freedia)Ke$ha

Kesha – Raising Hell (Official Video) ft. Big Freedia
Raising Hell (feat. Big Freedia)Ke$ha

Kesha’s hit song “Raising Hell (feat.

Big Freedia).” Back at her debut, her vocals weren’t exactly what you’d call great, but judging from this track, they’ve improved quite a bit.

That wild, carefree pop sound she had from the beginning is still going strong.

I’d recommend this song to anyone who loves relentlessly upbeat tracks.

It maintains a bright, feel-good vibe from start to finish.

It’s the perfect song for events like sports days or school festivals, don’t you think?

Free SpiritKhalid

Khalid – Free Spirit (Official Video)
Free SpiritKhalid

At the time of his hit, Khalid—born in 1998—joined the ranks of top artists thanks to his youth.

His 2019 release, Free Spirit, is a dance tune perfect for people who play sports.

With a stylish sound that’s trendy without being too flashy, I think it’s well-suited as background music for conversations.