Sketchbattle: SNEAKER

Sketchbattle SNKR: The World’s First Live Sneaker Design Throwdown

A design battle meets underground art jam.

Sketchbattle SNKR is where sneaker design goes head-to-head, tournament-style. Top creatives sketch live in front of a crowd, battling it out under pressure with nothing but markers, paper, and pure imagination.

This isn’t just for show — Nike and Jordan Brand are watching. They’re sponsoring and actively scouting new creative talent. If you’ve got ideas, this is your stage.

Backed by Detroit’s deep design culture, this event fuses streetwear, sketchbooks, and sound into one night of raw energy.

Expect:

• Live sneaker sketching battles — bracket-style

• DJs and dancefloor energy

• Audience voting + real-time judging

• Industry pros in the crowd (and on stage)

• Nike/Jordan reps scouting future designers

• Free drops, pop-ups, and streetwear vibes

Pull up, get inspired, and witness the next wave of sneaker design — or be the one who defines it.

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