The ‘Dublin City Council Hip Hop Showcase’ will take place on Sunday, 17th September in Dublin’s City Centre from 12pm to 5pm. This non ticketed free event promises to be an unforgettable experience for the whole family.

Lord Mayor of Dublin Daithí de Róiste remarked, “Dublin City Council Hip Hop Showcase offers a fantastic opportunity for families to visit the centre of our city and enjoy an incredible range of entertainment, for all ages, absolutely free of charge. Events like this offer a platform for local talent and foster a sense of community cohesion. This event is part of our ongoing efforts to bring free, family-friendly entertainment to the city.”

Co-curated by Top8, the Dublin City Council Hip Hop Showcase will feature multiple performances throughout the day, all hosted by the talented MC Tobi Omoteso, a hip hop freestyle dancer and dance facilitator.

The event will feature an array of family-friendly entertainment that includes mesmerizing hip hop dance performances, exhilarating street dance battles and demos, electrifying hip hop artists performances, thrilling DJ demos, captivating street artist demos, and a face painting station and glitter tattoo station for added fun. Attendees can also indulge in delicious food and beverages available from onsite vendors throughout the day.

Performances will be given by IMLÉ, Limerockers Cru, UMAKOKO, Raw Edge Crew, DJ Flip, Lulu, DJ CC and DJ B.O.G. These performers come in collaboration with Top8 and IMLÉ.

Entry to Dublin City Council Hip Hop Showcase on 17 September is on a first come, first served basis, gates open at 12:00pm and all are welcome