Chicago Gospel Music Festival

A tradition for the past 40 years, Chicago Gospel Music Festival explores the depth of this Chicago-born genre. Each year, the festival lineup spans traditional and contemporary, lively choral groups, extraordinary vocalists, dynamic duos, and more.

The weekend festival is held in downtown Millennium Park, home to the city’s annual slate of free music festivals. This annual event is free and family-friendly, so settle in for some powerful performances in a jaw-dropping setting.

Friday, July 24

Jay Pritzker Pavilion

• Neicy Robertson
• Jabari Johnson
• Bishop William Murphy
• Tasha Cobbs Leonard

Saturday, July 25

North Promenade

• DJ Sam Williams
• Sidney Buckner & Y.I.U.
• LeNasia Tyson
• Johari McGhee
• Daniel X Smith & New St Matthew MBC
• Tim White
• DJ Sam Williams

Jay Pritzker Pavilion Stage

• Ray Bady and Queenie present Chicago Youth United featuring Chicago’s top youth performers
• Lil’ Harry presents “The Ladies of Chicago Quartet”
• DeAndre Patterson and Janet Sutton present “The Chicago Unity Choir”
• Ricky Dillard and New G
• Hezekiah Walker and Love Fellowship Choir

See the full schedule.