Houston rapper and community activist Trae tha Truth is teaming up with the nonprofit Hoopbus for a free kids block party this Saturday, Sept. 26, running 4-8 p.m. at Houston Sports Park. The event is set to include basketball, games, music, giveaways and a 3-on-3 tournament, giving families a full evening of free activities to close out the weekend.
According to the Houston Chronicle, Trae tha Truth announced that he and Hoopbus will host the free gathering, with Hoopbus described as a nonprofit that uses customized buses equipped with basketball hoops to bring basketball programs and events to communities. The outlet reports the party is scheduled for Houston Sports Park at 12131 Kirby Drive in Houston, though a Facebook post from the account @traeabn lists the venue's address as 12211 Kirby — a discrepancy that hasn't been resolved between the sources. The Chronicle reports Houston Sports Park at 12131 Kirby Drive in Houston.
Angel By Nature, Do Nothing Average and the Relief Gang are listed as event partners for Saturday's block party, the report notes. Trae tha Truth is the founder of Angel By Nature, an organization that provides assistance to underserved communities; the Relief Gang is also listed as an event partner.
A Track Record Rooted In Disaster Relief
The Relief Gang formed during Hurricane Harvey in 2017. The group has also participated in community aid efforts.
That community-first approach has shown up in other ways over the years. In 2020, Trae tha Truth and the Relief Gang distributed 200 jackets, hats and masks to homeless residents in downtown Houston the day after Thanksgiving, as reported by ABC13.
Part Of A Bigger Give-Back Tradition
Trae tha Truth is also known for his annual Trae Day event, which by 2023 had expanded into a full weekend of community events and charitable activities, according to KHOU. That year's programming included free school supplies and backpacks, along with games, rides, snow, concerts and moon walks, and the station described Trae Day as an annual community give-back festival.
Saturday's block party fits neatly within that same spirit of free, family-oriented programming. With basketball, a 3-on-3 tournament, music and giveaways on the schedule, the event gives Houston families another no-cost option to spend a Saturday evening together at Houston Sports Park.
