Ron G

The 5×5 block parties celebrate hip hop’s 50th anniversary, honoring Wu-Tang Clan on Friday, DJ Kool Herc on Saturday, and Cam’ron on Sunday.

This year’s lineup of free shows includes Andy Shauf, Julia Jacklin, Mdou Moctar, Horsegirl, Stretch Armstrong, Tanya Tucker, Nick Hakim, Hip Hop 50 events, Kool and the Gang, and more.