Chreece 2025 is bringing the heat to Indianapolis! The city’s premier hip-hop festival returns on August 23, 2025, with headliners Smino, Mavi, and Audrey Nuna leading the charge.

Smino, a genre-blending rapper and singer from St. Louis, is known for his soulful vocals and experimental sound. Mavi, a rising star from Charlotte, delivers introspective bars over jazzy, soulful production. Audrey Nuna, a Korean-American artist, brings a unique mix of rap, R&B, and futuristic pop energy to every stage she touches.

This year’s lineup also highlights a stacked roster of Indianapolis talent—artists who’ve been grinding all year and are ready to show out on one of the city’s biggest stages. Local performers include: Alred Banks, AWFM, A.V., Bad Boys of A.V., Big Vonna, Bigg Woog, Bobby Young, Brandon Lott, Casper Merci, Chrissco, Chuck Mason, Devencruz, Distinct, Dr. Ashford & The Dissertations, Eli G, E.S.P.N NEA, FADEINTHEYO, FAZLE, FLACOISBORED, FOOSIE, FOXD’LEGND, Franc Blac, Jawill, Lil Billy, Rhetoryk, Rich Jones, Robin Raps, Rome Herbert, Saintman, Slum Baby Family, Tavonne with Sutherland Collective, T.G.I FREE, The PaigeGod, This Side Up, TJ and Teresa Reynolds, WXLF, and Zakiyah.

With a powerful mix of national stars and homegrown talent, Chreece 2025 is set to be a celebration of hip-hop, hustle, and the heart of the Midwest.