TONIGHT: Festivale Cool Nutz Takes Over the Alberta Street Pub in Portland

Dec 12

Portland, OR — Portland’s hip-hop scene comes alive when Festivale Cool Nutz takes over the Alberta Street Pub for two unforgettable nights of music, culture, and community tonight and tomorrow, December 12th & 13th, 2025.

Headlined and curated by Cool Nutz, one of the Pacific Northwest’s most respected hip-hop pioneers, Festivale Cool Nutz unites a powerhouse lineup of regional talent representing the best of the city’s sound. The two-day event will feature performances from Mikey Vegaz, Maniac Lok, Northside Tego, Vary, DBOI Ltd, King Wess, Bobby Barrz, DJ Danny Merkury, and DJ Fatboy alongside Cool Nutz himself.

Each night will showcase Portland’s signature mix of lyricism, energy, and authenticity, shining a spotlight on both veteran artists and emerging voices pushing the culture forward. Festivale Cool Nutz celebrates the city’s legacy in hip-hop while creating space for the next wave of talent to connect with fans in an intimate, high-energy setting.

“Portland hip-hop has always been about creativity, resilience, and community,” says Cool Nutz in a press release. “This festival is about giving people that raw, live energy that reminds us why we love this music—and why it matters.”

With limited capacity at the Alberta Street Pub, fans are encouraged to get tickets early. Expect live performances, exclusive merch, and the kind of electric vibe only Portland hip-hop can deliver.

Event Details:

Alberta Street Pub – 1036 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR

December 12th & 13th, 2025

Doors at 9:00 PM | Show at 10:00 PM | 21+

Tickets: FestivaleCN25.eventbrite.com

FRI DEC 12TH 9PM NIGHT 1: Cool Nutz, Mikey Vegaz, Maniac Lok, Northside Tego, DJ Fatboy

SAT DEC 13TH 9PM NIGHT 2: Vary, DBOI LTD, King Wess, Bobby Barrz, DJ Danny Merkury

Fashion Village Featuring: Black Mannequin, Stackin Kickz, Profit + Loss Lifestyle, Jus Family PDX

MUSIC LINKS TO ALL ARTISTS:

Cool Nutz - "Failure Is The Feeling"

Mikey Vegaz - "Rose City Goat 3"

Vary & Isaiah Mostafa - "I Come In Peace"