Kendrick Lamar performs live

One Music Fest 2023

OCTOBER 28-29, 2023
ATLANTA, GA

THE SHORT VERSION

One Music Fest is a celebration of Black music perfect for the 50th anniversary of hip hop.

Every fall for over a decade, the birthplace of Outkast, Future, Usher, and more has come together to celebrate Black musicians and Black culture at One Music Fest. The concept of One Music Fest was born when founder Jason Carter noticed a gap in the music fest market — that it lacked an urban outdoor music festival that centered hip hop, reggae, R&B and Afrobeats. So, he created one in Atlanta, one of hip hop’s most prolific cities. In the beginning, about 2,000 music fans attended the fest and it now draws more than 45,000.

This year marks the 14th year of the event, and the 50th anniversary of hip-hop and to pay homage a special stage will highlight artists including Nelly, DJ Drama and Waka Flocka, among others. Headliners across the three stages will be musicians among the ranks of Kendrick Lamar, Janet Jackson, Megan Thee Stallion, Brent Faiyaz and more. 

Additionally, not unlike other larger festivals like Lollapalooza and Coachella, One Music Festival has independent, local food vendors, local merchants, and local artists selling all-American treasures. The food options are set to serve up everything from seafood to stir fry to crab legs, chicken and waffles, Caribbean food, and much more. 

The Specs

  • Over 45,000 people attend. 
  • Ticket tiers are as follows: Single day admission for Saturday + Sunday: $169. Two-day general admission: $229. Two-day general admission plus: $359. Two-day VIP tickets: $495. Two-day platinum tickets: $995. Two-day titanium package: $5500. Two-day Group discount (for groups of 10+): $194.11.
  • Here‘s the festival’s app.
  • Check out Fifty Grande’s guide to Atlanta here.

FAQs

What is the closest airport to ONE Music Fest?

Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport is 13 miles from One Music Fest. 

What kind of bag can I bring into ONE Music Fest?

Any bag that is clear is allowed. If not clear, drawstring bags with one pocket, small purses, fanny packs, and empty hydration packs are allowed, and must be no larger than 14” x 11” x 5”. 

What are the ADA accessibility accommodations?

There will be vegan and vegetarian options offered. The festival has an ongoing process to ensure the festival is ADA accessible. 

Which artists are on the ONE Music Festival lineup?

Kendrick Lamar, Janet Jackson, Brent Faiyaz, Megan Thee Stallion, Bryson Tiller, Tems, Kodak Black, Coi Leray, Key Glock, The Dream, Smino, Fabolous, Jadakiss, Coco Jones, Tink, El DeBarge, Durand Bernarr, Danielle Ponder, Libianca, Jozzy, Boosie Badazz, Chief Keef, Fat Joe, Lil Kim, Nelly, KRS-One, Eight Ball & MJG, DJ Quik, DJ Drama, Waka Flocka, Too Short, Uncle Luke, Big Daddy Kane, Goodie Mob, Trina, Greg Street, Ed Lover, Nice & Smooth, Brand Nubian, Mr Cheeks of Lost Boyz, Yoyo, Project Pat, Kid Capri, Black Sheep, Lady of Rage, DJ Jelly, Mr. Collipark, and DJ Toomp.

2023 Poster

ONE Musicfest Lineup

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BY Sarah Cortina