ATLANTA — Freaknik is back! The popular event will be held this weekend and organizers say there will be a lot of star power in attendance.
In 1983, college students hosted the first Freaknik at Atlanta University Center and it quickly became a nationwide phenomenon. Freaknik became synonymous with Atlanta’s cultural identity in the 80s and 90s.
At one point, the festivities reached a capacity of 100,000 people, according to Atlanta Magazine. But the strain on police and traffic led to the end of Freaknik in 1999.
Over the years, organizers have tried to bring it back, hitting road blocks and facing push back - but now it’s officially returning to Live Nation.
Here's a quick look at what you need to know for the weekend.
DATE & LOCATION:
The event will be held June 22 at the Cellairis Amphitheater at Lakewood, which is located at 2002 Lakewood Way SW in Atlanta. Performances begin at 1 p.m.
PERFORMANCES:
Here's a list of some of the people who will perform.
- Uncle Luke
- Bun B
- Trina
- Juvenile
- Foxy Brown
- Ying Yang Twins
- Twista
- Kamillion
- Project Pat
- Da Brat
- Lil Scrappy
- Pastor Troy
- Kilo Ali
- 95 South
- East Side Boyz
- Raheem The Dream
- Playa Poncho
- Dis N Dat
- Tela
- The Organization
- Charile Boy
- Black Dave
- DJ Unk
- Lil Bankhead
Hosted by GThan and Jazzy Pha
*The event website says this is for adults only - Ages 18 and up.
TICKETS:
Ticket prices vary. Visit the event's website for purchasing tickets.
There are other activities and official weekend events associated with Freaknik. See the full list here.
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