The Sarah Garland Jones Center for Healthy Living will host the 2025 Gospel Fest and clothing drive on Saturday, Sept. 20, from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 2600 Nine Mile Road. Doors open at 4 p.m.

The free, all-ages event will feature performances from local gospel artists and choirs, including the Mount Carmel Baptist Church Children’s Choir, VCU’s Black Awakening Choir, Jewell Booker and Rae Hudnell. Praise 104.7’s Sheilah Belle “The Belle” will serve as emcee. Praise dancing and other performances are planned. 

Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and clothing donations, which will be distributed to those in need. Food trucks, including Traditionz, LaBete and Mobile Yum Yum, will be on site. 

The festival aims to celebrate gospel music while fostering community fellowship and service.