Boston is gearing up for a soul-stirring Sunday as the city announces its 24th annual Gospel Fest. Set to grace the stage on August 25, the Leader Bank Pavilion will become a haven for gospel music enthusiasts starting at 5:00 p.m., with doors opening an hour earlier at 4:00 p.m. No need to sign up in advance – just show up ready for an uplift.

Mayor Michelle Wu expressed excitement about the fest, a sentiment echoed by Boston’s faithful community and the Office of Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment. "It is a joy to announce this year’s Gospel Fest,” Wu shared, highlighting the blend of “music and community” as a golden thread of the event, according to the City of Boston's official announcement.

Featuring the dynamism of Micah Stampley and the pitch-perfect prowess of Latice Crawford, the festival is set to reflect a mélange of gospel voices. John Borders IV, Director of Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment for the City of Boston, appreciates the lineup's diversity as “I think we have a little bit of the old with a little bit of the new—there is something for everyone. The City looks forward to bringing the community together to celebrate the tradition of gospel music."

Community pillar, and Faith-Based Community Liaison, Will Dickerson, is equally enthusiastic about the fest's cultural impact. "I am thrilled for this year’s 24th annual Gospel Fest,” Dickerson said, pointing towards the event's reputation for bringing together a dynamic crowd, from spritely youths to time-honored residents. With a musical backdrop that promises to 'end the summer strong,’ attendees can look forward to an evening of tuneful transcendence.

In addition to soulful melodies, be prepared to enjoy some sway-worthy moments at the city's Summer Dance Party Series or tune in to a medley of musical offerings at the Friday Afternoon Concert Series, running through August 23. Boston is not shy of showcasing its eclectic taste in music, with a lineup featuring the Aadhish Nair Quartet on August 9, the Alegria Quartet on August 16, and Trinity Mei on the eve of Gospel Fest. And, for those keen on dance, DJ Bruno will spin old-school hits at City Hall Plaza on August 16, as per the event details shared by Boston's Office of Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment. Whether it's the gospel that gets you going or the groove of an old-school jam, Boston’s August entertainment roster is as diverse as it is energetic.