SUMMER BLOCKFEST

"FROM THE BLOCK, FOR THE CULTURE"

A community-driven hip-hop festival uniting live music, local vendors, food, art, and culture into one unforgettable summer experience.

🎟 RSVP FREE 🛍 APPLY AS VENDOR

12PM-7PM

START TIME

770 JACKSON STREET

HOBOKEN,NJ

AUG 22

EVENT DATE

Founded in 2023 • City-recognized • No pay-to-play stages • Built for local artists & community

VENDOR OPPORTUNITIES

Bring Your Brand to the Block

Summer Blockfest creates space for local businesses, food vendors, creatives, and entrepreneurs to connect directly with the community through a high-energy cultural experience. Whether you're showcasing products, serving food, promoting your brand, or building awareness, this is an opportunity to be part of one of Hoboken’s fastest-growing community festivals.

Clothing Brands

Food Vendors

Artists & Creatives

Community Organizations

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ABOUT THE FESTIVAL

BUILT FOR THE COMMUNITY.

Summer Blockfest was founded in 2023 by Victor M. Lopez Jr., creator of What Hoboken Sounds Like, to address a clear gap in Hoboken's cultural landscape. Despite the city's proximity to major music markets, there was no dedicated platform centered on hip hop where local artists could perform, connect, and be supported within their own community.

Inspired by the community-first model of J. Cole's Dreamville Festival, Lopez alongside a dedicated team of creatives, organizers, and community partners built Summer Blockfest to remove barriers and create real opportunity. From the beginning, the festival rejected pay-to-play models, focusing instead on providing access and visibility for artists from Hoboken and, as of 2025, expanding to include artists from Jersey City along with guest performers from beyond the region.

Since its founding, Summer Blockfest has grown into Hoboken's first hip-hop-focused festival and an annual celebration of music, art, and community.

Now entering its fourth year, Summer Blockfest reflects the collective effort behind it — uniting the city through culture, creative expression, and shared purpose.

COMMUNITY IMPACT

BUILT FROM THE BLOCK.

Today, our impact stands on record, officially recognized by the City of Hoboken through formal proclamations honoring our CEO & Founder, Victor M. Lopez Jr., for his leadership in building a platform that empowers artists and uplifts underserved communities through music, storytelling, and service. His work has brought initiatives like The Summer Blockfest to life—an annual, community-driven celebration rooted in a deep commitment to hip hop culture and the communities that shape it. Built on authenticity, access, and creative freedom, Summer Blockfest exists to uplift local voices, create real opportunities, and celebrate the culture without compromise. From live music and art to shared space and collective energy, the festival unites the city in a powerful display of culture and unity. Everything we do is intentional and community-led—from the block, for the culture.