Included with paid museum admission; free for members
Celebrate the spirit of hip hop with high-energy performances, workshops, and dance battles featuring the iconic Furious Styles Crew, acclaimed dance group the Jukebox, Grammy-nominated rapper Mega Ran, and so much more!
Supported by the Furious Styles Crew
Programming supported in part by the City of Phoenix Office of Arts and Culture and Arizona Commission on the Arts
Saturday Sunday Monday
Each day’s schedule is different—click to see exciting activities on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday!
Craft: Turntable 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. South El Río Make your own turntable and show off your DJ skills!
Photo Booth 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. El Río Have your picture taken in our hands-free photo booth! Digitally share your pictures and tag us with #MIMphx for a chance to be featured on our social media.
Demonstration: Scratch Showcase 10:15–10:45 a.m. Event Room 2 Watch a turntable-focused demonstration that emphasizes the artistry and technique of DJ culture, facilitated by DJ Akshen.
Performance: The Jukebox 11:00–11:30 a.m. Main Courtyard Experience the dynamic footwork of hip-hop with a performance from professional dance studio the Jukebox, which performed in the Super Bowl LVII halftime show!
Guest Talk: Mega Ran 11:45 a.m.–12:15 p.m. Founders Room In its 56 short years of existence, hip hop has gone from a passing fad to a global phenomenon. Join Grammy-nominated teacher, rapper, and all-around hometown hero Mega Ran on an interactive fun-filled journey through the past, present, and future of hip hop music and its effect on popular culture!
Dance Workshop: Hip Hop 12:45–1:15 p.m. Founders Room Learn choreography with dancers from the hip hop dance studio the Jukebox!
Performance: Mega Ran 1:45–2:15 p.m. Main Courtyard Grammy-nominated hip hop artist, educator, and producer Mega Ran will bring his electric blend of hip hop and geek culture to the stage in a high-energy performance packed with clever lyrics, nostalgic beats, and crowd-hyping charisma. Expect a dynamic educational show that fuses storytelling, freestyle, and fan-favorite tracks into an unforgettable live experience. Mega Ran’s new album, Buddy’s Magic Tree House, is available now.
Performance: Dance Battle 3:15–4:15 p.m. Main Courtyard Join the internationally renowned Furious Styles Crew and award-winning hip hop artist and educator Edson “House” Magaña for an engaging performance connecting dance, music, and turntablism, showcasing hip hop culture as a unified movement.
Performance: The Jukebox 11:00–11:30 a.m. Main Courtyard Experience the dynamic footwork of hip hop with a performance from professional dance studio the Jukebox, which performed in the Super Bowl LVII halftime show!
Guest Talk: School of Hip Hop 10:15–10:45 a.m. Event Room 2 Learn how hip hop became a movement with this engaging presentation from the School of Hip Hop, featuring a live DJ demonstration.
Guest Talk: Mega Ran 11:45 a.m.–12:15 p.m. Founders Room In its 56 short years of existence, hip hop has gone from a passing fad to a global phenomenon. Join Grammy-nominated teacher, rapper, and all-around hometown hero Mega Ran on an interactive fun-filled journey through the past, present, and future of Hip Hop music and its effect on popular culture!
Performance: Mega Ran 1:45 p.m.–2:15 p.m. Main Courtyard Grammy-nominated hip hop artist, educator, and producer Mega Ran will bring his electric blend of hip hop and geek culture to the stage in a high-energy performance packed with clever lyrics, nostalgic beats, and crowd-hyping charisma. Expect a dynamic educational show that fuses storytelling, freestyle, and fan-favorite tracks into an unforgettable live experience. Mega Ran’s new album, Buddy’s Magic Tree House, is available now.
Beat-Making Workshop: AZ Beat Lab 3:15–4:15 p.m. Founders Room Learn the foundations of beat making and create your own music with the AZ Beat Lab!
Lunch at Café Allegro Offered daily 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Enjoy a menu of delicious global cuisine with fresh entrées, salads, soups, and grill items showcasing local produce and flavors from around the world.
Shop the Museum Store In celebration of hip hop this weekend, the Museum Store will feature a selection of books about hip hop, as well as CDs and LPs by icons.
Members save 10% on most items in the Museum Store and online. Every purchase benefits MIM and its programs.
Saturday, February 14, 20269:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Sunday, February 15, 20269:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Monday, February 16, 20269:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
