E4 Hip Hop Festival & Conference 2023 is celebrating 50 Years of Hip Hop with an epic celebration of the vibrant world of Hip Hop as the music festival & conference returns to Blacktown in November. This year, commemorating 50 incredible years since Hip Hop’s birth in the Bronx, New York, USA. Join on November 23 and 24 for the conference and November 25 for a day filled with music and festivities.
E4 Hip Hop Festival 2023 – November 25
Imagine a full day of non-stop action and entertainment! The E4 Hip Hop Festival boasts a spectacular lineup with over 100 of your favorite artists, music, dance, DJs, live graffiti, competitions, art activations, food stalls, markets, cars, activities, and so much more. The best part? It’s absolutely FREE! Whether you’re young or just young at heart, gather your crew for this all-ages, family-friendly event of the year.
Conference 2023 – November 23 and 24
The E4 Hip Hop Conference is on November 23 and 24 at The Leo Kelly Blacktown Arts Centre. This is where you’ll engage in insightful discussions, workshops, and networking opportunities. Industry insiders, thought leaders, and creative visionaries will come together to share their expertise and visions for the future of Hip Hop culture. Tickets for the conference are between $200 and $350 for a two day pass, or $110 and $200 for a one day pass depending on release.
E4 Hip Hop Festival 2023 Dates & Locations
23-24 November, Music Conference – Leo Kelly Blacktown Arts Centre, Blacktown, Eora / Sydney, NSW – Tickets at Humantix.
Conference: Catering will be provided for morning and afternoon tea, as well as, lunch.
25 November, Music Festival – Leo Kelly Blacktown Arts Centre, Blacktown, Eora / Sydney, NSW – Tickets at Humantix. Reserve your free ticket to the music festival now.
First Speaker Announcement:
- Annabelle Herd
- DIOLA
- Dj D
- DOBBY
- Dr Alethea Beetson
- JK-47
- Julia Robinson
- Malek Sukkar (Gunsta)
- Maxine Johns
- Maya Jupiter
- MC Trey
- Michelle Grace Hunder
- Mistery
- NOFUSRUSS
- Nooky
- Raygun
- Rhianna Patrick
- Serwah
- Simone Amelia Jordan
- Taitu’uga
- Tiana Canterbury
Conference Highlights:
- Deep Dives into HipHop’s influence on society
- Reflect on HipHop’s legacy and contemporary vitality
- Discussions on artistry, industry growth, and ego
- Exploring HipHop’s journey in the Asia Pacific region
- Collaborative Roundtables on Artistry and Advocacy
About E4 Hip Hop Festival 2023
The E4 Hip Hop Festival 2023 & Conference (E4Sydney) is a unique celebration of Hip Hop culture and multi-art form interdisciplinary practice. It serves as a meeting ground for the community, industry, and education. Now in its 9th year, the event has been building a global platform for Hip Hop culture in Australia.
Don’t miss this fantastic celebration of Hip Hop in Blacktown at the free event in November. It’s an event filled with energy, creativity, and a deep love for the Hip Hop culture. Get your free tickets now! #4ESydney
Conference Draft Program
23-24 November, Music Conference – Leo Kelly Blacktown Arts Centre, Blacktown, Eora / Sydney, NSW – Tickets at Humantix.
Conference: Catering will be provided for morning and afternoon tea, as well as, lunch.
25 November, Music Festival – Leo Kelly Blacktown Arts Centre, Blacktown, Eora / Sydney, NSW – Tickets at Humantix. Reserve your free ticket to the music festival now.
THU 23 NOV E4 Hip Hop Festival 2023
- 9.30am – 10am: Registration and morning tea
- 10am – 10.30am: Welcome to Country and Smoking
- 10.30am – 11.20am: First Things First: First Nations Hip Hop Focus
- 11.30am – 12.20pm: Untold Stories: The Importance of Historical Awareness and Milestones in Hip Hop
- 12.30pm – 1.20pm: The Evolution & Future of Hip Hop
- 1.20pm – 2pm: Lunch and performance
- 2pm – 2.50pm: Intersection of Creativity & Commerce: The Delicate Balance between Artistry and Industry.
- 3pm – 3.50pm: Cause & Effect: The Interplay of Ego, Cultural Shifts and Structural Change
- 3.50pm – 4.10pm: Afternoon tea
- 4.10pm – 5pm: From Streets to Global Stages: The Trajectory of the music industry and Hip Hop Movement in the Asia Pacific region.
- 5pm – 5.15pm: Daily Wrap Up
- 5.30pm – 8pm: Artist Showcase
FRI 25 NOV 2023
- 9.30am – 10am: Registration and morning tea
- 10am – 10.50am: Beats, Barriers & Beyond
- 11am – 11.50am: Media’s Dance with Hip Hop
- 12pm – 12.50pm: Hip Hop & Migration: Journey of Bridging Worlds & Shaping Identity through Hip Hop
- 12.50pm – 1.30pm: Lunch and performance
- 1.30pm – 2.20pm: Beats of Renewal: The Hip Hop-led Surge in Language and Cultural Reclamation
- 2.30pm – 3pm: A Time to Celebrate & Innovate: 4ESydney Marks a Decade and Announces What’s on the Horizon
- 3pm – 4.10pm: Blueprint for Progress: Collaborative Roundtables on Artistry and Advocacy.
- 4.10pm – 4.30pm: Afternoon tea
- 4.30pm – 5pm: Conference Wrap Up
- 5pm – 8pm: Networking Event
Food: Catering will be provided for morning and afternoon tea, as well as, lunch.
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