Fun Fact #1: Milwaukee is the first city in America to create its own Hip-Hop Week. Fun Fact #2: Hip-Hop Week MKE is celebrating its 7th year in 2025. Fun Fact #3: Hip-Hop Week MKE 2025 is already underway.

Yes, this year’s festivities officially kicked off Sunday night with a Clipse show at The Rave. If you missed it, don’t worry. There’s still plenty of action to come, from beat battles at The Cooperage and The Rave to big shows from Cypress Hill and Atmosphere at The Rave. And don’t forget about the bike rides, job fairs, financial seminars, and breakdance battles! And more!

Here’s the 2025 schedule, which runs through August 23. Click HERE for more information.


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