Where To See Your Hip-Hop And R&B Faves
While music festivals occur year-round, the spring and summer are primetime seasons for the typically massive events, with most climates providing the best weather for fans to gather outside for their favorite acts.
Artists ranging from Nicki Minaj and Megan Thee Stallion to Queen Latifah and Usher are featured across lineups for music festivals this year, with some taking on multiple stages in multiple cities. Hip-Hop and R&B are the core of some events, while at others, variety and musically diverse acts are a plenty.
With so many festivals, it’s hard to keep track of which star performer is where, so here’s a guide! Be sure to check back for updates throughout the year regarding lineup changes, new festivals, and more.
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South By Southwest Music Festival
Image Credit: Michael Buckner/Getty Images for SXSW Dates: March 11 – 16, 2024
Location: Austin, Texas
Key Performers: Party Next Door, Bootsy Collins, Chxrry22, Jai’Len Josey, Flyana Boss,
Official Website: SXSW Music Festival
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Rolling Loud California
Image Credit: Jason Koerner/Getty Images for iHeartRadio Dates: March 15 – 17
Location: Inglewood, Calif.
Key Performers: Nicki Minaj, Post Malone, Future, Metro Boomin, Larry June, Big Sean, Summer Walker, Sexyy Red, Flo Milli, Veeze, Chief Keef
Official Website: Rolling Loud California
Dreamville Festival
Image Credit: Christopher Polk/Billboard via Getty Images Dates: April 6-7
Location: Raleigh, NC.
Key Performers: J. Cole, Nicki Minaj, SZA, Chris Brown, Jeezy, ScHoolboy Q, Muni Long
Official Website: Dreamville Festival
National Cannabis Festival
Image Credit: Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images for SXSW Dates: April 19-20
Location: Washington D.C.
Key Performers: Wu-Tang Clan, Thundercat, Devin The Dude and The Backyard Band
Official Website: National Cannabis Festival
Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival
Image Credit: Christopher Polk/Variety via Getty Images Dates: April 12-14, April 19-21
Location: Indio, Calif.
Key Performers: Tyler, the Creator, Doja Cat, Jon Batiste, Lil Uzi Vert, Ice Spice, Jhené Aiko, Victoria Monét, Blxst
Official Website: Coachella 2024
New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival
Image Credit: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for The Recording Academy Dates: April 25-May 5
Location: New Orleans
Key Performers: Anderson .Paak and The Free Nationals, Jon Batiste, Queen Latifah, Earth, Wind & Fire, KEM, Fantasia
Official Website: New Orleans Jazz Fest
Sol Blume Festival
Image Credit: Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images for Spotify Update: 1:41 p.m. PT (MAY 13, 2024) – The 2024 Sol Blume Festival was canceled by organizers last month citing flood damage and safety concerns. The event has been rescheduled for August 2025. Original story below…
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Dates: May 3-5
Location: Sacramento, Calif.
Key Performers: SZA, Kaytraminé, Ari Lennox, Wale, Doechii, Masego, SiR, Kelela
Official Website: Sol Blume
Lovers & Friends Festival
Image Credit: Ian Gavan/Getty Images) Dates: May 4, 2024
Location: Las Vegas
Key Performers: Usher, Janet Jackson, Alicia Keys, Mary J. Blige, Nas, TLC, Tyrese, Brandy
Official Website: Lovers & Friends
Mary J. Blige’s Strength Of A Woman Festival and Summit
Image Credit: Rick Kern/Getty Images for Honeyland Festival Dates: May 10 – May 12
Location: New York City
Key Performers: Mary J. Blige, Jill Scott, The Clark Sisters, Fat Joe, Muni Long
Official Website: Strength Of A Woman Fest
TwoGether Land Festival
Image Credit: Derek White/Getty Images for Strength Of A Woman Festival & Summit Dates: May 25-26, 2025
Location: Dallas, Texas
Key Performers: Lil Wayne, Summer Walker, Gucci Mane, Three 6 Mafia, Tink, Kenyon Dixon
Official Website: TwoGether Land Festival
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Gazebo Festival
Image Credit: Gregory Shamus/Getty Images Dates: May 25- 26
Location: Louisville, KY
Key Performers: Jack Harlow, SZA, Slum Village, Veeze, Vince Staples
Official Website: Gazebo Festival
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California Roots Music And Arts Festival
Image Credit: Tibrina Hobson/Getty Images for Chrysalis Butterfly Ball Dates: May 24-26
Location: Monterey, Calif.
Key Performers: Lupe Fiasco, Ice Cube, Damian Marley, Stephen Marley, Ziggy Marley, E-40, Too $hort
Official Website: Cali Roots 2024
The Roots Picnic 2024
Image Credit: Andrew Lipovsky/NBC/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images Dates: June 1-2, 2024
Location: Philadelphia
Key Performers: Lil Wayne & The Roots, Jill Scott, André 3000, Victoria Monét, Gunna, Nas, Tyla, Sexyy Red.
Official Website: The Roots Picnic
The Governors Ball Music Festival
Image Credit: Amy Sussman/Getty Images Dates: June 7-9
Location: New York City
Key Performers: 21 Savage, SZA, Tyla, Flo, Victoria Monét, Don Toliver
Official Website: Gov. Ball
Hollywood Bowl Jazz Festival
Image Credit: Derek White/Getty Images for Strength Of A Woman Festival & Summit Dates: June 15-16
Location: Los Angeles
Key Performers: Jodeci, Alex Isley, Baby Rose, Robert Glasper, Yebba
Official Website: Hollywood Bowl
https://www.instagram.com/p/C0hVeaKP939
Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival
Image Credit: Marcus Ingram/Getty Images for ESSENCE Dates: June 13-16
Location: Manchester, TN
Key Performers: Durand Bernarr, Key Glock, Megan Thee Stallion, Jon Batiste, Teezo Touchdown
Official Website: Bonnaroo
Lyrical Lemonade Summer Smash
Image Credit: Paras Griffin/Getty Images for BET Dates: June 14-16, 2024
Location: Bridgeview, IL.
Key Performers: Big Sean, Chief Keef, YG Marley, Flo Milli, Mick Jenkins, TiaCorine
Official Website: Summer Smash
Summerfest (Milwaukee)
Image Credit: Paul R. Giunta/Getty Images Dates: June 20-22, June 27-29, July 4-6
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Key Performers: Lil Uzi Vert, Rico Nasty, Key Glock, Mariah The Scientist
Official Website: Summerfest
Afro Nation Portugal
Image Credit: Noam Galai/Getty Images Dates: June 26-28
Location: Portimao, The Algarve, Portugal
Key Performers: Nicki Minaj, J Hus, Omah Lay, Tyla, Uncle Waffles
Official Website: Afro Nation Portugal 2024
BET Experience 2024
Image Credit: Gilbert Flores/Variety via Getty Images Dates: June 26-30
Key Performers: Queen Latifah, Cardi B, Sexyy Red, Davido
Official Website: BET Experience 2024
ESSENCE Festival Of Culture
Image Credit: Marcus Ingram/Getty Images FOR ESSENCE) Dates: July 4-7
Location: New Orleans
Key Performers: Birdman, Janet Jackson, Charlie Wilson,
Official Website: ESSENCE Fest
Broccoli City Festival
Image Credit: Brian Stukes/Getty Images Dates: July 27 – 28
Location: Washington, D.C.
Key Performers: Megan Thee Stallion, Gunna, PartyNextDoor, Victoria Monet, Key Glock, Kaytranada, Sexyy Red.
Official Website: Broccoli City Festival
Lollapalooza
Image Credit: Paras Griffin/Getty Images Dates: August 1-4, 2024
Location: Chicago
Key Performers: Tyler, the Creator, SZA, Future, Metro Boomin, Killer Mike, Sexyy Red, Tyla
Official Website: Lollapalooza
Afro Nation Detroit
Image Credit: Jason Koerner/Getty Images Dates: August 17-18, 2024
Location: Detroit, MI
Key Performers: Rema, PartyNextDoor, Kash Doll, Amaarae, Uncle Waffles
Official Website: Afro Nation Detroit 2024
https://www.instagram.com/p/C558fVXKUfr
Fool in Love Festival
Image Credit: Kevin Winter/Getty Images for The Recording Academy Dates: August 31
Location: Inglewood, Calif.
Key Performers: Lionel Richie, Diana Ross, Charlie Wilson, Gladys Knight, The Isley Brothers, Chaka Khan, Evelyn Champagne King, Midnight Star
Official Website: Fool In Love
