GospelFest is New England’s largest Gospel music celebration. Now in its 20th year, GospelFest showcases both national and local gospel talent, blending contemporary and traditional gospel melodies. This annual event is produced by the Mayor’s Office of Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment in partnership with Event Gospel.

Mayor Walsh will introduce the virtual event. Performers include the Mayor’s Community Gospel Choir, The Worship Bandits, Todd Galberth, Maranda Curtis, and Jonathan McReynolds! This virtual event will be hosted by Commissioner William Gross of the Boston Police Department, Bishop Bobby Perry of Kingdom Builders Church, Bishop John Borders of Morning Star Baptist Church, and Pastor Ray Hammond of Bethel AME Church.

HOW YOU CAN HELP

Help us spread the word about GospelFest! This year, it’s a virtual experience. The show will be livestreamed from the City of Boston YouTube channel, starting at 5 p.m. on Sunday, August 9. Attendees are encouraged to register to attend in advance on bostongospelfest.com.