Name: MK Hip Hop Festival
Start: 2026-05-24T12:00:00+01:00
Location: Middleton Hall

Come along and join us for this FREE family-friendly celebration of Milton Keynes Hip Hop. Drop-in graffiti workshops and lots of live performances (BSL interpretation available for the live music and workshops).
School and Community performances:
Performances by Giles Brook Academy, Phoenix Community Dance, Ousedale School and Arts1.
Performances curated by local hip hop artists:
Curated by Payback Season:
The Payback Season Breaking Crew will be showcasing their skills and giving a demonstration of the different elements of breakdancing. There will also be dance battles!
Curated by Kraze One:
Seek Wiz-dum:
Born and raised in MK, Seek Wiz-dum grew up the in early 2000s when hip-hop was highly visible in mainstream culture; by the age of nine he was already writing lyrics and imitating rappers. His lyrical style is influenced by conscious and complex rap, inspired by artists who offer insight and storytelling rather than simple entertainment.
The Isle of CC:
Hailing from Milton Keynes, award winning musician The Isle of CC began writing music in 2017. In addition to their own music, they are a Director/Music Journalist at Wordplay Magazine which covers Hip Hop, Jazz, Soul, Graffiti and Fashion. The Isle of CC is featured in Issue 24 (2026), with an interview about their upcoming releases.
Lavz
Lavz is a rising star in the Luton music scene, known for her unique blend of Hip-hop, R&B, soul, and jazz. Her music is characterized by its relatable lyrics and introspective storytelling. Lavz's live performances are a testament to her energy and passion, creating memorable experiences for audiences.
Curated by SAJE:
yamateya:
yamateya is a hip-hop artist and producer based in Milton Keynes, known for blending soulful samples with energetic drum patterns to craft a sound that feels both fresh and nostalgic. His music bridges classic influences with a modern edge, creating immersive tracks that resonate with both old-school and new-generation listener
https://www.instagram.com/yaamateya/
SAJE:
"SAJE is a Milton Keynes-based artist and producer, originally from Zimbabwe. SAJE's sound fuses Rap with elements of RnB, Jazz and Gospel, offering a unique sonic experience. Through his lyricism, SAJE explores faith, identity and the human experience - creating music that resonates on a spiritual level."
https://www.instagram.com/sajemode/
https://open.spotify.com/artist/4tX4hhvJzv1ufhhUPL5l31?si=eDZsFnopSGS-kXZN4lttHw&nd=1&dlsi=81dc7164ace1468a
Axel:
"Axel, a young musician born in London Hackney, and raised in Milton Keynes combines his faith in God with his musical talents to produce good music. � After a series of successful releases, Axel has been gaining recognition in the UK hip-hop arena for his soulful approach"
https://www.instagram.com/axel.owusu/
https://open.spotify.com/artist/6hOJUEUwrZOi5yLp2XZ2mG
Pick up your copy of our limited edition vinyl compilation album, Under The Grid, featuring MK hiphop music spanning nearly four decades. Fully remastered, this release showcases some of our most exciting hip hop artists.
In partnership with the OU’s OpenLearn, MÓTUS Dance, MK City Council, Break To The Beat and others, we're celebrating the past, present and future of MK's homegrown hip hop, through the voices, moves and creativity of the people who shaped it.