Press Release Gospel Fest Miami returns - June 20-21

GOSPEL FEST MIAMI WEEKEND

Second annual six-month gospel festival concludes with a weekend of activities headlined by
Grammy winner Jekalyn Carr and Grammy nominee Todd Dulaney
alongside some of South Florida’s best gospel acts

 

June 20-21, 2026

Tickets: Free - $40

Knight Concert Hall

 

Miami, FL – April 28, 2026 – The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County (@arshtcenter) is proud to announce the return of GOSPEL FEST MIAMI WEEKEND, the star-studded culmination of six months of gospel programming at the Arsht and throughout the community. Taking place on June 20-21, 2026 in the Knight Concert Hall, the weekend will feature two headlining concerts by Grammy winner JEKALYN CARR (@jekalyncarr) and Grammy-nominated singer TODD DULANEY (@todddulaney1) alongside the runner-up of the 2026 Arsht Gospel Choir Invitational, MT. PISGAH MASS CHOIR (@MtPisgahSDA) and South Florida artists SISTERS UNITED, RASHARD WRIGHT AND CONNECT WORSHIP and SECOND CHAPTER. Plus, free seminars and panel discussions explore the evolution of the genre and gospel music’s impact on mental and physical health and wellness.

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Tickets to Gospel Fest Miami Weekend are offered as Pay What You Can, meaning tickets are free and guests are invited to contribute a suggested ticket price of $25 (or more) to help sustain live arts experiences for the people of Miami-Dade County.

The suggested ticket price for Gospel Fest Miami Weekend is $25 for one day and $40 for both days. Tickets may be purchased beginning April 30 at ArshtCenter.org or at the Arsht box office by calling (305) 949-6722.

Because the Arsht is a nonprofit organization, every contribution is invested directly in Arsht Impact, meaningful educational programs, magical performances and community events that enrich the lives of more than 100,000 people of all ages every year.

For guests with accessibility needs, the Arsht provides accessible seating and complimentary assistive listening devices for all performances, along with sign language interpretation, open captioning, and audio description at select shows to ensure an inclusive experience for all guests.

Gospel Fest Miami is made possible with support from the community, including longtime Arsht supporters Rodney and Michelle Adkins along with Melanie and Martin Kirschner, Effie and Nelson Adams, and Brenda and Sean Battle. 

Gospel Fest Miami Weekend consists of the following events: 

GOSPEL FEST MIAMI: DAY 1
Saturday, June 20, 2026
Pay What You Can Tickets: $25 suggested

PRE-SHOW CONVERSATION: GOSPEL TRENDS VS TRADITION
5 p.m.
Knight Concert Hall – Peacock Education Center

Join us for this moderated pre-show conversation that explores the evolution of the gospel sound. Framing gospel as a mainstay in music, this conversation looks at how the artform continues to transform. By revisiting key moments and places when accompaniment evolved from the traditional Hammond organ to sophisticated symphony orchestras and where singing styles turned mass choirs into praise teams, this robust discussion will take audience members on a journey that examines how gospel music has transformed over the years.

JEKALYN CARR
7 p.m.
Knight Concert Hall

Kick off Gospel Fest Miami with an uplifting evening featuring South Florida gospel favorites Sisters United and Pastor Rashard Wright & Connect Worship, setting the stage for a powerful headlining performance by Grammy Award-winning gospel star Jekalyn Carr in a soul-stirring set that’s sure to inspire.

Jekalyn Carr began her professional career at just 15 and has since become one of the genre’s top-selling independent artists, earning multiple Stellar and Dove Awards along with Billboard chart-topping hits including “Greater Is Coming” and “You’re Bigger.” In addition to her acclaimed music career, she is a recognized speaker, media personality and trailblazer, was named to EBONY’s Power 100 and is the first gospel artist to be inducted into the Women Songwriters Hall of Fame.

 

GOSPEL FEST MIAMI – DAY 2
Sunday, June 21, 2026
Pay What You Can Tickets: $25 suggested

PRE-SHOW CONVERSATION: WORSHIP MUSIC & WELLNESS
5 p.m.
Knight Concert Hall – Peacock Education Center

Join us for this moderated pre-show conversation and Q&A that explores the therapeutic qualities of gospel music. Featuring special moments for community singing and a guided meditation, this conversation will analyze what it means to be recentered and will investigate gospel chord structures that touch the spirit and soothe the soul.

TODD DULANEY
7 p.m.
Knight Concert Hall

Gospel Fest Miami Weekend closes with a dynamic night of gospel, kicking off with Miami’s own Mt. Pisgah Mass Choir, the runner-up of the 2026 Arsht Gospel Choir Invitational, and Second Chapter, followed by an electrifying performance from acclaimed worship leader Todd Dulaney.

Former professional baseball player turned acclaimed gospel artist Todd Dulaney is a Grammy Award nominee known for powerful worship anthems like “Victory Belongs to Jesus” and “Your Great Name,” which have resonated with audiences worldwide. A sought-after performer and collaborator, he has shared the stage with many of gospel’s leading voices such as Donnie McClurkin, Michelle Williams, Fred Hammond and Tye Tribbett while building a reputation for music that uplifts, heals and inspires.

ABOUT ARSHT IMPACT PROGRAMS

Gospel Fest Miami is one of the more than a dozen ongoing Arsht Impact programs that create magical experiences and enrich the lives of more than 120,000 people of all ages in Miami, for free. Programs include: Arsht for Miami, a vibrant series of free community events for all ages; Heritage Fest, which celebrates Black artists in our community; AileyCamp Miami, a full-scholarship, six-week summer camp which uses dance as a vehicle for the personal development of young people; CommuniTea Dance, an annual celebration honoring Miami's LGBTQ+ community; Arsht on the Road, a series of pop-up performances that bring the arts into Miami-Dade County's diverse neighborhoods; Arsht Plus, interactive pre- and post-show experiences connecting audiences more deeply with each Broadway, classical and dance performance; Accessing the Arts Residencies, performance workshops for children and adults with disabilities; and Brushes with Cancer, a program that matches artists with patients, survivors and caregivers touched by cancer to create art reflective of their journeys.

 

*All programs, artists, ticket prices, availability, dates and times are subject to change without notice. Tickets shown include taxes and fees. Visit arshtcenter.org for up-to-date information.

 

The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County is made possible by the public support of the Miami-Dade County Mayor and the Board of County Commissioners, the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Tourist Development Council and the City of Miami Omni Community Redevelopment Agency, and the state of Florida through the Division of Arts and Culture and the National Endowment for the Arts. The Adrienne Arsht Center also receives generous support from individuals, corporations and local, state and national foundations.

 

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About the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County

Since opening in 2006 in the heart of downtown, the Arsht proudly serves as the cultural pulse of Miami – the heart of magical live arts experiences that spark the imagination and connect people to one another. Whether on our stages or in your neighborhood, the Arsht is alive year-round with international artists, innovative programming from resident companies and local arts partners, free community events that reflect Miami’s unique identity and more than 100 culturally diverse and impactful learning experiences for 80,000 children every year.

The Arsht, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, has been recognized as a leader in the Miami’s cultural transformation, producing more than 400 annual events that generate 11,500 local jobs and $125 million in economic impact. The Arsht is home to a robust series of touring Broadway musicals, star-studded jazz and classical music concerts curated for South Florida, an award-winning Miami-based theater program and numerous historic and televised events. Free annual Arsht events, such as Gospel Fest Miami, Art + Mind Day, Heritage Fest and our LGBTQ+ Pride celebration bring together people from all corners of our community. For more information, visit ArshtCenter.org.

 

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MEDIA CONTACTS
Alexandra Medina
786-468-2234
amedina@arshtcenter.org

Suzette Espinosa Fuentes
786-468-2221
sespinosa@arshtcenter.org