13 Feb 2026

History of Hip Hop

Free – No tickets required

Aotea Square

Music

Celebrate 50+ years of hip-hop culture in Aotearoa with an epic outdoor throwdown! 

Legendary DJs will own the decks, spinning iconic beats from the ’70s to the 2010s. Featuring NZ icons Omega B, Sir-Vere, DJ Raw, and multiple World Champion K Swizz, plus UK heavyweight Mr Thing, featuring live performances by the legendary Dam Native and rapper JessB  – all hosted by MC Slave and Diggy Dupe. 

This isn’t just a party – it’s a vibrant celebration of New Zealand hip-hop’s rich history, culture, and legacy. 

Get ready to vibe, move, and relive tracks that shaped generations. 

Full line-up and schedule dropping in January - stay tuned. 

 

Proudly supported by Auckland Council Events and the city centre targeted rate. 

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