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SummerStage at Herbert Von King Park, Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn

MIKE's Young World: Max B & Mike with The Band of the Century

Harlem cult hero Max B returns to a NYC stage at MIKE's free Young World showcase in Bed-Stuy — a hip-hop homecoming heads have waited years for.

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MIKE's Young World has become NYC underground rap's family reunion, and the 2026 edition lands its biggest coup yet — Harlem legend Max B, whose wavy mixtape run made him a cult icon, back on a New York stage. MIKE performs too, backed by The Band of the Century, in the middle of a Bed-Stuy park with no ticket required. If you care about New York rap history being made in real time, this is the weekend's one unmissable set.

What to expect

A packed, communal park crowd — rap heads, Bed-Stuy locals, kids on shoulders — around SummerStage's outdoor stage, with DJ sets and openers building to Max B's return and MIKE's live-band set. Expect phones in the air and a genuine event atmosphere rather than a polished arena show.

Good to know

  • Completely free — no ticket or RSVP; entry is first-come at the park
  • Herbert Von King Park sits between Tompkins and Marcy Aves; G to Bedford–Nostrand or J/M/Z to Myrtle Ave
  • Standing show on grass and paths — sneakers over sandals
  • Crowds swell close to headline time; come early to be near the stage
  • Neighborhood bars and takeout along Tompkins Ave make an easy pre/post hang

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Common questions

Is MIKE's Young World free to attend?

Yes — it's a free SummerStage show at Herbert Von King Park in Bed-Stuy, first-come first-served with no ticket required.

Who's performing at Young World 2026?

Max B in his return to a New York stage, and MIKE performing live with The Band of the Century, plus supporting DJs and guests curated by MIKE.

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