WHAT IS NIGHTRIZE?

Nightrize began as an idea during our senior year of high school in Burlington, Ontario. A group of us set out to organize a hip-hop show and party on campus—something that had never been done before in Halton. With support from school staff, we spent six months planning the event, building the lineup, and promoting it across the community. However, just four days before the show, it was shut down due to growing interest from students at other schools and fans of the artists, raising concerns about the crowd beyond the school's capacity. While it was a major setback, it also sparked a new direction. Instead of letting the idea go, we took it to Toronto—and that’s how Nightrize was born.

We're excited to present Nightrize, a hip-hop show created to break down the barriers we've faced in our local scene. As a team of young fans, we've often been excluded from shows due to 19+ age restrictions. With Nightrize, we're changing that—this event is all ages, open to everyone who wants to experience, support, and be part of the culture. It’s about creating space, building community, and making hip-hop accessible to everyone.

With future Nightrize shows, our goal is to continue building a strong, inclusive community by bringing together underground hip-hop talent alongside more established artists. We want every guest to feel a genuine sense of connection the moment they walk through the doors. Nightrize isn’t just a concert—it’s an experience. From live performances to pop-ups featuring local brands and businesses, we’re creating a space where music, culture, and community of all ages come together.