Elevate ATL 2023

“We invite you to celebrate 50 years of hip-hop with us for ELEVATE 2023 as we explore Atlanta’s extensive hip-hop community, Atlanta’s global impact on the genre and how hip-hop has influenced popular culture through fashion, visual arts, film and dance. Our theme is Roots, Renaissance and Renegades, exploring the four elements of hip-hop – emceeing, deejaying, breakin’ and graffiti. During this year’s Elevate Art festival we will present creative conversations, art exhibitions and installations, film screenings, DJ battles and interactive experiences focusing on Atlanta’s hip-hop legacy and our role in the future of the art form,” says Camille Russell Love, executive director, Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs. The city of Atlanta – Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs’ vision is to enhance the quality of life through arts and culture and to contribute positively to the social and economic health of Atlanta and the region. The mission is to promote rich, diverse and educational cultural experiences; nurture artists and arts organizations; preserve and protect the city’s cultural heritage; and expand Atlanta’s international reputation.