Mayor Eric Adams this week announced a series of free block parties across the five boroughs in August to celebrate the 50th anniversary of hip-hop.
In partnership with ITSALLBLACKMUSIC PRESENTS, the mayor will host “5X5 Block Party Series,” which will include DJs, artists, street art installations and food vendors.
According to a press release Thursday, hip-hop artist KRS-One will collaborate with the city to help put together and perform at the block parties.,
So far, block parties will be located at:
- Brooklyn, Aug. 5: Fulton Street and Washington Avenue
- Queens, Aug. 6: Vernon Boulevard
- The Bronx, Aug. 12: 1520 Sedgwick Ave.
"The growth of hip-hop into a worldwide cultural phenomenon is a testament to the creativity, innovation, and passion of New York City," Adams said in a statement.
The block parties aren’t the only way the city is celebrating the anniversary.
LISA Project NYC, a nonprofit organization, will create 50 murals throughout the five boroughs to honor hip-hop’s history and community impact, the release said.
The city is also collaborating with Pixis Drones to create and perform a free drone light show at all of the block parties.