Where the Movement Comes Alive
The #KickRacism movement is not just a digital campaign—it’s a lived experience. From hip-hop performances and World Cup watch parties to educational workshops and community dialogues, our events celebrate the power of culture, sports, and collective action to create change.
Elemental Events
MCing: Lyrical Expression & Spoken Word
Rhythmic spoken word delivery and storytelling
MCing is the art of rhythmic spoken word delivery, often over beats. From the earliest MCs in the South Bronx to contemporary hip-hop artists, MCing has been a platform for storytelling, social commentary, and resistance.
Hip-Hop Humanitarian Awards Gala
Monday, August 31, 2026
International Day for People
of African Descent
6 PM - VIP Reception/Silent Auction
7 PM - Plated dinner & program
Master chef: Chef Andre Rush
Los Angeles, CA
Private ticketed event. Formal.
gala@hh4peace.org
One Peace Concert
Monday, August 31, 2026
International Day of Peace
10 AM - 2 PM
Free community activities
5 PM - 10 PM
Ticketed - Philly Freeway, the Batiste Family
Prudential Center
Newark, New Jersey
Hip-Hop Peace Summit
September 19, 2026
Live Stream and on-site.
Ney York City, NY
Community Partner Events
MCing: Lyrical Expression & Spoken Word
Rhythmic spoken word delivery and storytelling
MCing is the art of rhythmic spoken word delivery, often over beats. From the earliest MCs in the South Bronx to contemporary hip-hop artists, MCing has been a platform for storytelling, social commentary, and resistance.
Unity Fest & Art Walk
Sunday, May 31, 2026
11 AM - 6 PM
Leimert Park
Los Angeles, CA
New Orleans Jazz Festival X The Batiste Family X #KickRacism X NOSACONN
Friday, April 24, 2026
11 AM - 7 PM
Fair Grounds Race Course
New Orleans, LA
Freedom Thinkers Academy X Hip Hop Institute 4 Peace
Saturday, August 1, 2026
Philly Free Fest | Annual community music and culture fest
Host: Philly Freeway, award-winning hip-hop artist
10 AM - 5 PM
Philadelphia Naval Yards
Global Partner Events
MCing: Lyrical Expression & Spoken Word
Rhythmic spoken word delivery and storytelling
MCing is the art of rhythmic spoken word delivery, often over beats. From the earliest MCs in the South Bronx to contemporary hip-hop artists, MCing has been a platform for storytelling, social commentary, and resistance.
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Organization of American States (OAS) X Hip Hop Institute 4 Peace
Friday, March 27, 2026
9th Inter-American Week of People of African Descent in America - Presentation to the Permanent Council.
1 PM | OAS Headquarters
#KickRacism: Uniting Hip Hop and Sports to Dismantle Systemic Bias and Affirm Cultural Identity - Panel
2 PM | OAS Headquarters
"Peace Rhapsody: The 5 Elements of Hip-Hop" (closing ceremony)
Washington, D.C.
United Nations Permanent Forum on People of African Descent (PFAD) x Hip Hop Institute 4 Peace
April 14-17, 2026
5th Session of the United Nations Permanent Forum on People of African Descent
April 14, 9 AM | United Nations
Opening Cultural Ceremony
April 17, 5 PM | United Nations
Closing Cultural Ceremony
+ Side-Event Panels
Geneva, Switzerland
From Vision to Movement
2026 Event Calendar
May 2026
May 15
LA28 Cypher Series Begins
May 20
LA Stories Spoken Word
May 25
LA Beats Battle
June 2026
June 11
FIFA World Cup Begins
June 15
Breaking Racism Showcase
All Month
Stadium DJ Sets
July 2026
July 4
America's 250th Concert
July 19
Final Whistle Concert
July 19
World Cup Final
Be Part of History. Join the Movement.
Whether you're attending a concert in Philadelphia, a cypher in Los Angeles, or a breaking showcase in Seattle, you'll be part of something historic. Find your event and make your voice heard.
