About this Event
HIP-HOP RESIDENCY DOWNTOWN LAS VEGAS
A Monthly, Fully Immersive Hip-Hop Cultural Experience
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WHAT IS THE HIP-HOP RESIDENCY?
The Hip-Hop Residency is a monthly, eight-hour live cultural residency dedicated to preserving, celebrating, and advancing authentic hip-hop culture. This is not a typical concert or nightclub party it is a living, breathing hip-hop ecosystem where all five elements of the culture coexist in one space: DJing, MCing, breakdancing, graffiti, and beatboxing.
Each event is designed to be immersive, interactive, and community-driven, blending live music, performance, visual art, and cultural storytelling into one continuous experience.
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WHO IS IT FOR?
The Hip-Hop Residency is for:
• Hip-hop fans and culture lovers
• Artists, dancers, DJs, and creatives
• Tourists seeking an authentic Las Vegas arts experience
• Brands and sponsors aligned with culture and community
• Anyone who respects the roots and future of hip-hop
This is an inclusive, multigenerational space rooted in respect for the culture.
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WHO IS BEHIND IT?
The residency is curated by Phoenix Orion a hip-hop historian, original B-Boy, former choreographer, DJ, graffiti artist, and published author with deep roots in New York City, California, and Las Vegas.
Phoenix Orion brings decades of lived experience in hip-hop culture and is also a featured contributor in three exhibits at the Universal Hip Hop Museum opening in 2026. This residency is guided by cultural stewardship, not trends.
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WHEN DOES IT HAPPEN?
• Monthly Event Series
• Saturday Nights
• 7:00 PM – 2:00 AM
• 12 total shows scheduled through 2026
The monthly format allows the experience to grow, evolve, and build a loyal community while delivering consistent energy and content.
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WHERE IS IT LOCATED?
The Hip-Hop Residency takes place at Ninja Karaoke, located in the heart of the Las Vegas Arts District, directly within the First Friday corridor.
The venue is owned by a member of Super Crew winners of America’s Best Dance Crew, world champion breakdancers, and featured performers in Planet B-Boy.
This location ensures cultural credibility, high foot traffic, and deep roots in the arts community.
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HOW DOES THE NIGHT FLOW?
The Hip-Hop Residency runs as a continuous cultural program, not a stop-and-go show.
Throughout the night, guests experience:
• Curated DJ sets anchoring the entire event
• Live MC performances and freestyle cyphers
• Breakdance cyphers and featured showcases
• Live graffiti and mural painting
• Art installations throughout the venue
• Culture-aligned vendors and pop-ups
There is no dead air the DJ is the spine of the night, and each hour delivers a moment worth experiencing and sharing.
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WHY DOES THIS RESIDENCY MATTER?
Hip-hop is over 50 years old and still evolving. While other genres have matured, hip-hop continues to grow culturally, commercially, and globally. Las Vegas has proven demand for hip-hop experiences, yet few platforms exist that honor the culture authentically and consistently.
The Hip-Hop Residency exists to:
• Preserve the culture with integrity
• Create recurring platforms for artists and creatives
• Inspire future generations
• Build community through participation
• Celebrate legacy while investing in the future
Each event concludes with a Hip-Hop Achievement Award, honoring featured artists and contributors for their impact and dedication to the culture.
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THE BOTTOM LINE
This is not just an event it is a monthly cultural institution in the making.
Hip-Hop Residency
Downtown Las Vegas · Arts District
All five elements. One culture. Every month.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Ninja Karaoke Downtown, 1009 South Main Street, Las Vegas, United States
USD 0.00 to USD 23.18
