For 8 years, Mainland BlockParty has been building a culture of creativity, expression and community. From Lagos to Abuja to Accra to London, Mainland BlockParty has left its mark on iconic cities worldwide, delivering music, energy, and a shared sense of joy.
2025 was an unprecedented year, as 157,000 people across landmark cities with deep musical heritage showed up for Mainland BlockParty. The highlight was in Q4 of 2025 when 26,000 people rang in the New Year with us in Lagos. Today, it is Africa’s biggest music festival.
Now, we are back right on time for another historic year. Welcome to PURPLE, where the culture lives. PURPLE New York is how we open summer.
Immerse yourself in the sounds of Afro House, Amapiano, and Afrotech, born on the continent and echoing through raves and concerts worldwide. It’s a new day, a new vibe and Mainland BlockParty is connecting you to a movement finding its place.
June 13th is the night New York feels the culture. This is the event that changes all the rules. You’ll feel it from the first drop.
PURPLE New York. You’ll want to say you were there.
