2023
since
~4
Editions
Overview
About
Rock the Bells Cruise is a hip hop themed cruise founded by LL Cool J and his Rock the Bells platform, launched in 2023 to mark hip hop's 50th anniversary. It departs from Miami aboard a Norwegian Cruise Line ship bound for the Caribbean, combining pool deck performances with artist meet and greets and panels on hip hop culture. Past lineups have featured Rick Ross, Big Boi, Ghostface Killah, MC Lyte and Too Short.
Edition 2026
Lineup
Programme - tap an artist for their dates
On site
Practical info
Venue type
- Indoor & open air
Camping
- Showers
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
Kids & family
- Family friendly
- Kids area
Getting there
Location
PortMiami, 1015 North America Way, Miami, FL 33132
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