United by Breaks
Hip Hop Week at Castleford Market
This February half-term, Castleford Market will come alive with "United by Breaks". This is a celebration of Hip Hop culture delivered by the incredible team at HelloHipHop.
HelloHipHop encourages kids and teens through Hip Hop (dance, music, graffiti, and beatboxing).
HelloHipHop has worked with over 300 children from local primary schools.
Year 5 and 6 pupils at Castleford Park Juniors and Half Acres Primary schools have been working hard. They will perform at the School Battle Championships on Saturday 15 February.
This is the launch event for a week-long celebration of Hip Hop.
Saturday 15 February, 11am to 3:30pm
The launch of United by Breaks Hip Hop Week:
- Art Exhibitions
- Live DJs
- Dance performances
- United by Breaks Battle School Champions
There will also be doodle and craft tables for the family, and more.
Monday 17 February
- 11am to 12:45pm Breaking and Emceeing workshops
- 1pm to 2:45pm Breaking and Emceeing workshops
Tuesday 18 February
- 11am to 12:45pm DJing and Beatboxing workshops
- 1pm to 2:45pm DJing and Beatboxing workshops
Wednesday 19 February
- Half day open workshop - 11am to 12:45pm
Thursday 20 February
- 11am to 12:45pm Graffiti and Beat Making workshops
- 1pm to 2:45pm Graffiti and Beat Making workshops
Friday 21 February
- 11am to 12:45pm Breaking and Graffiti workshops
- 1pm to 2:45pm Breaking and Graffiti workshops
Saturday 22 February, 11am to 4pm
The finale of United by Breaks Hip Hop Week:
- Sin Cru from Cambridge with their Valoris Hip Hop pop-up van (outside)
- Music and dance workshops
- Live graffiti art
- Art exhibitions
- Spaces to relax, explore, and celebrate Hip Hop culture!
Join us this February half term to celebrate the creativity of our local community.
Experience the energy and colourful world of Hip Hop!
Enjoy fun activities for all the family, see amazing art, and explore local stalls inside Castleford Market.
Accessibility Note
All the events are at Castleford Market, which is wheelchair accessible. For specific accessibility needs, please contact us in advance.