Rooted in the city’s rich gospel tradition, GospelFest Oakland unites some of the most celebrated voices in gospel music today with fresh, rising talent — creating a powerful day of prayer, praise, and community healing.

In a time when hope can feel hard to hold, the festival offers music as medicine and fellowship as fuel — a joyful space where hearts are lifted, connections are strengthened, and the community gathers in love and resilience.

Open to families, people of all ages, backgrounds, and beliefs, GospelFest invites the entire community to raise their voices, their spirits, and each other.

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This year’s festival is a key milestone in an ongoing vision for annual events, year-round cultural programming, and long-term investment in The Town's vibrant, diverse civic and creative ecosystems.