Top TikTok Dance Trends to Recreate with AI (February 2026)
February 2026 is already shaping up to be huge for dance content creators. We’ve compiled the hottest trends worth recreating with AI character videos, along with tips for making your version stand out.
Why Following Trends Matters
TikTok’s algorithm heavily favors content using trending sounds and formats. When you combine a popular trend with the novelty of AI character animation, you’re essentially double-dipping into what the algorithm loves.
This Month’s Hottest Trends
1. The “Glitch” Challenge
The trend: A stop-motion style dance that looks like your video is glitching, synced to electronic music.
Why it works with AI: The glitchy aesthetic pairs perfectly with AI-generated content. Use a robot or cyborg character for extra effect.
Best characters to use:
- Cyberpunk-style characters
- Robots or androids
- Glitch art characters
2. K-Pop Point Choreography
The trend: Simplified versions of K-pop choreography focusing on the iconic “point moves” that define each song.
Why it works with AI: Clean, defined movements translate beautifully to AI. The K-pop aesthetic matches well with anime characters.
Best characters to use:
- K-pop inspired anime characters
- Vocaloid characters
- Stylish anime characters
3. The Villain Walk
The trend: A confident, slow-motion walk set to dramatic music, often with theatrical hand gestures.
Why it works with AI: The slower pace gives AI more time to render each frame perfectly. Villains are inherently shareable.
Best characters to use:
- Anime villains (Sukuna, Madara)
- Disney villains
- Movie antagonists
4. Duet Challenges
The trend: Split-screen duets where creators add their own spin to an original video.
Why it works with AI: Create a duet between yourself and an AI character performing the same dance.
Best characters to use:
- Characters that contrast with your appearance
- Meme characters for comedy
- Couple characters (ship content)
5. Transition Dances
The trend: Dances that incorporate multiple outfit changes or location switches synced to beat drops.
Why it works with AI: Use different characters for each transition—switch from one anime character to another with each beat.
Best characters to use:
- Multiple characters from the same anime
- Evolution/transformation characters
- Before/after style characters
How to Spot Trends Early
Monitor the For You Page
Spend 15-20 minutes daily scrolling your FYP. When you see the same sound 3+ times, that’s your signal.
Use TikTok’s Creative Center
The official Creative Center shows trending sounds, hashtags, and creators. It’s updated daily.
Follow Trend Forecasters
Accounts that specialize in predicting TikTok trends can give you a 24-48 hour head start.
Check Other Platforms
Trends often start on Instagram Reels or YouTube Shorts before hitting TikTok, and vice versa.
Tips for Trend-Jacking Successfully
- Speed is everything - Get your video up within 48 hours of trend emergence
- Add a twist - Don’t just copy; add your unique element (that’s where AI characters come in)
- Use the original sound - Don’t use covers or remixes; the algorithm favors original trending sounds
- Engage immediately - Reply to every comment in the first hour
Evergreen Dance Content
Not every video needs to chase trends. These formats consistently perform well:
- “POV: If I was…” content with character transformation
- Anime character vs. reality comparisons
- Making [character] do [trend name] format
- “My [character] would never” with ironic dancing
Planning Your February Content
Here’s a simple content calendar approach:
Week 1: Jump on the freshest trend with your best character Week 2: Create evergreen character dance content Week 3: Duet/reaction content using AI characters Week 4: Experiment with a new trend or character combination
Ready to Ride the Trends?
The best time to post was yesterday. The second best time is now.
Open MoveAs, pick a trending sound, choose your character, and start creating. The algorithm rewards those who act fast.
Your viral moment could be one dance away.